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“Kicking Back” with Miami Dolphins’ Jarvis Landry

By Zachary Davita Photography by Nisso Studios Known on the field for his explosive kick returns, miraculous one handed catches and for setting the Dolphins’ rookie record for most receptions last year, the Dolphins’ wide receiver Jarvis Landry has emerged as a multitalented player for both his team and in the NFL. Never satisfied, Jarvis looks to build upon his first season success. “Individually, I just continue to be consistent, continue to try and make plays, and help use my energy on those plays to feed the guys around me,” explains Jarvis. He went on to talk about the Dolphins working hard each and every day at practice and, despite the tough spot the team is in, they are going to “kick it back into gear and turn it in the right direction.” Throughout Jarvis’ career, he credits his success to the mentoring his coaches provided along the way. “[They] allowed me to better myself and pick up habits that some guys wouldn’t have coming into the league.” This allowed Jarvis to have a “pro outburst” right out of the gate, which some other rookie receivers never discover. Just like his nickname, Juice, which he earned for his intense energy during practices as well as games, off the field Jarvis likes to wear his passion literally on his sleeve. “Fashion came from my brother. Just having him be in my life from a young age, he was always a big collector of shoes, clothes and when I was young I always wanted to be like him. But fashion is always something that I took to heart, you know, and it’s grown over the years.” Jarvis has worked with brands such as Destined for Greatness and Ethika, but for him fashion is an outlet, a unique way to express himself. Besides fashion, Jarvis likes to kick back, listen to some country/blues as well as strum the guitar himself. “I started at a young age, but when I got to the NFL, a guy on our team always played the guitar in the locker room. He inspired me to pick it up again.” His love for music comes from its historic past and he thoroughly enjoys putting a country spin on such modern artists as The Weeknd and Drake while playing his guitar. “My favorite Drake song to play has to be ‘Fall for Your Type.’” The continued hype around Jarvis Landry has built to a fever pitch in South Beach. In a recent article from the Miami New Times, Jarvis was mentioned as becoming the possible Dwyane Wade of the Miami Dolphins, something he considers to be a great honor. “You know I’ve been here for two years, Dwyane’s been here all his career, so just to be mentioned with a guy like that, it means a lot.” Jarvis again credited his coaches and all teams he’s been on that allowed him to further his success, but “we still have room to grow.” Recently he hosted the Jarvis Landry GiveBack Mentoring session, which gave him an opportunity to be a positive athletic role model, something he never had. “Being in the position that I’m in, being able to inspire young people and allow them not to make the same mistakes that I made… for me that’s the most important thing about giving back to the community.” Jarvis hopes to instill good advice on the young Miami community. Jarvis has looked up to such wide receivers as Larry Fitzgerald, Jerry Rice and Terrell Owens. “Having the opportunity to watch some of those guys live their legacy…on and off the field gave me the blueprint on what not to do and what to do.” With that blueprint, Jarvis was inspired to be the person and player that he is today. Jarvis Landry is young, creative, humble, driven and emulates his nickname Juice both on and off the field. His love and passion for the game could propel him to be mentioned with the very names that drove him to pursue a football life. Follow Jarvis Landry on Twitter: @God_Son80 & Instagram: @v.royalty.s Click here to view this post in MSM’s November/December 2015 digital issue

Events, LIFESTYLE

Celebrity Fundraiser

Photo courtesy of Reid Fiorentino Events THE ANNUAL REID & FIORENTINO CALL OF THE GAME DINNER & CELEBRITY GOLF CLASSIC HONORS THE BIGGEST NAMES IN SPORT AND CAPTAINS OF THE SOUTH FLORIDA COMMUNITY Two-day fundraiser returns for a seventh year to benefit Lauren Kid’s Foundation and Dade Schools Athletic Foundation Hollywood actress, Gabrielle Union, to emcee 2013 Call Of The Game Dinner, featuring a special guest performance by SONY Music Latin America recording artist, Pedro Capó Miami, FL: February 22nd, 2013 – Sun Sports HEAT TV broadcasters and two of South Florida’s leading sports media personalities, Eric Reid and Tony Fiorentino announce the dates for the seventh annual Reid & Fiorentino Call Of The Game Dinner & Celebrity Golf Classic. Taking place in March, the two-day fund raising event and highlight of social season attracts some of the region’s biggest names in sports and entertainment, while honoring the achievements by some of the today’s most acclaimed community heroes. The fund-raiser will benefit two of the most celebrated local charity organizations – Lauren’s Kids Foundation and the Dade Schools Athletic Foundation. The Celebrity Golf Classic Presented by SHARP Business Systems will take place on Thursday, March 7th at the prestigious Turnberry Isle Miami, starting at 11:30 a.m. More than 50 foursomes will converge on the championship courses for an exhilarating day of competitive golf, whereby each team will be paired with a celebrity team captain vying to win a series of prizes awarded at the end of the day during the post-golf awards reception. In addition to lunch and on-course refreshments, players will be invited to participate in the “Beat The Broadcaster” Hole-In-One Challenge, for a chance to win a car sponsored by AutoNation. Previous Golf Classic celebrity participants include: Cornelius Bennet (Colts/Bills/Falcons), Woody Bennett (former NFL/Dolphins), Benny Blades (Detroit Lions/UM), Kim Bokamper (former NFL/Dolphins), Glen Rice (NBA All-Star), Ki Jana Carter (Cincinnati Bengals), John Congemi (ESPN college football analyst), Jeff Cross (former NFL/Dolphins), John Crotty (Miami HEAT), Troy Drayton (former NFL/Dolphins), AJ Duhe (former NFL/Dolphins), Mark Duper (former NFL/Dolphins), Darrell Fullington (Minnesota Vikings/UM), Reggie Givens (former NFL/San Francisco 49ers), David Graf (Cleveland Browns), Nicole Hage (LPGA player), Bobby Harden (Dolphins/UM), John Harris (Seattle Seahawks), Tommy Hutton (Florida Marlins), Mike Inglis (Miami HEAT), Jason Jackson (Miami HEAT), Tim Hardaway (former NBA player), Dan Carpenter (Miami Dolphins), Keith Askins (Miami HEAT), Keith Sims (Dolphins/Redskins), Joey Cornblit (Jai-alai player), Keith Byers (Dolphins/Eagles), Bill Lindsey (Florida Panthers), Larry Little (Hall of Famer), Darrell Malone (former NFL/Dolphins), OJ McDuffe (former NFL/Dolphins), Craig Minervini (Florida Panthers), Basketball Hall of Famer Scottie Pippen, Pro Football Hall of Famers Bob Griese and Larry Little, Coach Don Shula, Nat Moore (Miami Dolphins), Alonzo Mourning (Miami HEAT), Jose Paneda (Miami HEAT), Dwight Stephenson (Hall of Famer), Troy Stradford (former NFL/Dolphins), Steve Whitaker (New York Yankees/Giants), Gino Torretta (Heisman Trophy winner), Footy (radio personality), Chad Henne (Miami Dolphins), PGA golfer Woody Austin, LPGA golfer Patti Rizzo, and many more. The Call Of The Game Dinner Presented by Publix will take place on Saturday, March 9th at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino from 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Internationally acclaimed Hollywood actress, Gabrielle Union, will emcee the evening’s entertainment as the Master of Ceremonies, while some of today’s most distinguished individuals are honored for their work towards making a difference “behind the scenes” in our community. Miami HEAT team president, Pat Riley, is also expected to take to the stage for a special presentation and the night’s entertainment will include a special guest performance by SONY Music Latin America recording artist, Pedro Capó. With an illustrious attendance of sports personalities, business leaders and notable philanthropists, the dinner will include a silent auction as well as a live auction featuring sporting memorabilia, luxury vacation packages and one-of-a-kind experiences, among other items, that attendees will have a chance to bid on throughout the evening. This year’s online auction will go live starting on February 20th through the website www.reidandfiorentinoevents.com. Donations to the live or silent auctions can be made through completion of the 2013 Auction Donation Form also found on the website. The evening will feature a number of prestigious awards being presented for excellence and leadership in the community. The current Miami HEAT assistant coach, Ron Rothstein, will be presented with the Don Shula Sports Legend Award. This award honors an outstanding sports legend that has demonstrated a passion for their sport and brings that same passion off the playing field to their community. Past award winners include Bob Griese, Dr. Jack Ramsay, Coach Don Shula and Alonzo Mourning. Legendary Miami Marlins broadcaster, Dave Van Horne, will receive the Sonny Hirsch Excellence in Sports Broadcasting Award. This award honors an outstanding sport broadcaster that has had a great impact in their field, while making notable accomplishments within the community. Past award winners include Joe Rose, Tony Segreto, Hank Goldberg and the late-great Jim Mandich. Former Miami Dolphins linebacker, Twan Russell, will be presented with the Community Service Award for outstanding work throughout South Florida. This award honors exceptional individuals or organizations that have shown a great love and passion for improving our community. Past award winners include Bill Fauerbach, Dwyane Wade, Tracy Wilson Mourning and Dr. Barth Green with daughter Jenna Green. The 2013 Call Of The Game Dinner will present its unique award for the second year to commemorate the legendary broadcaster, Jim Mandich. The Jim Mandich Courage and Commitment Award will be presented to CNN Correspondent Sara Ganim. The award-winning broadcast journalist broke the story of the grand jury investigation into Jerry Sandusky, the former defensive coordinator for the Penn State University football program. Her reporting of Sandusky’s child sex abuse scandal that enveloped the school, head coach Joe Paterno and Sandusky’s Second Mile Charity, resulted in a Pulitzer Prize being awarded to Ganim in 2012. Last year’s inaugural Jim Mandich Courage and Commitment Award was presented to Nick Buoniconti and Marc Buoniconti for their outstanding work with The Miami Project to Cure Paralysis and The Buoniconti Fund

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