Swann to fly into Tampa. (NRPA Congress).Legendary wide receiver Lynn Swann Lynn Curtis Swann (b. March 7, 1952, Alcoa, Tennessee) is a former professional football player, sports broadcaster and a Republican politician. As a youth, Swann went to Junípero Serra High School in San Mateo, California, later attended the University of Southern will be the keynote speaker at the general session of NRPA's National Congress for Parks and Recreation on Wednesday, Oct. 16. Swann, who recently was named the chair of the President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports The President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports is an American government organization that aims to "promote, encourage and motivate Americans of all ages to become physically active and participate in sports". , has been a commentator for CBS Sports CBS Sports is a division of CBS which airs many of the sports telecasts in the United States. CBS Sports broadcasts programs like NFL on CBS, The NFL Today, Southeastern Conference football, NCAA basketball, PGA golf, and professional tennis. since he retired from the Pittsburgh Steelers
"NRPA NRPA National Recreation and Park Association NRPA Natural Resources Protective Association (Staten Island, NY) NRPA Niagara Regional Police Association (Canada) NRPA National Rifle and Pistol Association is delighted that Mr. Swann will be speaking at Congress," says NRPA Chair David Lose. "Our work with the President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports has developed into a strong partnership over the years. We share many common goals that help to improve the health and fitness of all Americans." In announcing that Swann will head the President's Council, President Bush said. "He is committed to using the plat-form to make America a healthier place by encouraging individual responsibility. [This] fine American will serve as a role model and will join me in working with Americans to encourage exercise and healthy choices in life." Swann's ties to the National Football League also complement NRPA's mission. NRPA serves as an NFL NFL abbr. National Football League NFL (US) n abbr (= National Football League) → Fußball-Nationalliga youth football partner and has worked to advance youth football activities over the past six years. These programs build strong character, promote sportsmanship and foster healthy individuals. Local parks are where many get their first taste of what a high-quality sport experience has to offer. Swann played nine seasons with Pittsburgh (1974-82) and appeared in four Super Bowls, where he had !6 catches for 364 yards and three touchdowns. He was named the Most Valuable Player in Super Bowl X. Like many parks and recreation professionals and advocates, Swann is passionate about improving his community. He is on the board of directors of Big Brothers, Big Sisters, and provides a youth scholarship to the Pittsburgh Ballet Theater. Swann's keynote is just one example of how this year's opening session will be a wonderful tip-off to a fantastic event. Motivating speaker, tight program, Gold Medal gold medal traditional first prize. [Western Cult: Misc.] See : Prize announcements. Don't miss it! |
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