By Scoop Malinowski Imagine producing and promoting over 6,000 concerts of such artists as Bruce Springsteen, Bob Marley Guns & Roses, Eric Clapton, Elton John… Rich Engler from Pittsburgh, PA discusses his fascinating music career which is still in progress – he’s done 35 shows in the Bradenton/Anna Maria Island …

By Scoop Malinowski Status: NHL left wing from 2000-2012 for Detroit Red Wings, Los Angeles Kings, New York Rangers, Dallas Stars. Lead the NHL in penalty minutes in 2003-2004 and 2005-2006. Scored 95 goals in 608 games. Ht: 5-11 Wt: 195 pounds DOB: April 10, 1980 In: North York, Ontario Hockey Inspirations: “Brett Hull was always my favorite …

By Scoop Malinowski Status: Former UFC Lightweight and Welterweight champion. Ht: 5-9  Wt: 165 DOB: December 17, 1972  In: Honolulu, Hawaii Childhood Heroes: “Hulk Hogan. I was a big Hulkamania fan when I was a kid.” Hobbies/Interests: “All normal stuff, go to the beach, hangout with friends, barbecues, swim in …

By Scoop Malinowski Status: American writer, professor and critic of literary fiction. His work often explores mythological motifs, religious themes, and dreams as a substrate of reality. DOB: July 4, 1963   In: Orange, NJ Education: Lakeland Regional High School, Rutgers University, New Brunswick (BA, English Literature); Columbia University, NYC (MA, Comparative Literature), …

By Scoop Malinowski Status: NFL cornerback for New York Giants, Kansas City Chiefs, Seattle Seahawks, Green Bay Packers 1986-1998. Won two Super Bowls with Giants. HT: 5-10 Wt: 198 DOB: January 16, 1964 In: St. Louis, Missouri Early Football Memory: I didn’t like football in my freshman year in high …

By Scoop Malinowski STATUS: NFL defensive tackle for Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Oakland Raiders 1995-2007. Current pass rush coordinator for Colorado Buffaloes.HT: 6-2 WT: 276DOB: Dec. 19, 1972 IN: Orlando, FLCHILDHOOD HERO: “Tony Hill.”NICKNAME: “Bear.”HOBBIES/INTERESTS: “Water sports, swimming, fishing, play golf, Wave runners, music.”PREGAME FEELING: “Freedom.” FUNNY FOOTBALL MEMORY: “Back …

By Scoop Malinowski Status: NFL running back for New York Giants from 1997-2006. College: Virginia Ht: 5-10  Wt: 200 Born On: April 7, 1975  In: Roanoke, Virginia Childhood Heroes: “I’m a big track and field guy so I loved Carl Lewis. And Walter Payton. I just loved the way he …

By Scoop MalinowskiStatus: Two-time New York City Marathon winner. Two-time world record holder. Sunday will be her seventh NYC Marathon.DOB: May 9, 1973 In KenyaChildhood Heroes: “It was Kip Keino from Kenya. Then later on Ingrid Kristiansen from Norway.”Hobbies/Interests: “Oh, I read a lot. Then I like to play with …

By Scoop Malinowski STATUS: NFL quarterback from 1985-2005 for San Diego Chargers, Buffalo Bills, New England Patriots, Chicago Bears. DOB: October 23, 1962 In: Manchester, MA HT: 5-10 WT: 180 CHILDHOOD HEROES: In my prime watching years I liked Roger Staubach and Terry Bradshaw. I was a big Baltimore Orioles …

By Scoop Malinowski The vitals: 6-3, 215 DOB: March 7, 1960 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Childhood Heroes: “The Big Red Machine – Pete Rose, Johnny Bench, Willie Mays, Hank Aaron – guys we heard a lot about.” Nicknames: “Jody – growing up. Only the people who really knew me called …