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Rowdy Receives “Inspirational Athlete of the Year” Award

The March of Dimes and the Chrysler Corporation, joined by the Detroit Athletic Club, recently named Rowdy Gaines their “Inspirational Athlete of the Year” for 2009. The annual award is an honor given not just for athletic achievement, but for outreach and charitable accomplishments in the community over the course of an athlete’s life. Chrysler CEO Jim Press expressed his appreciation to Rowdy at the black-tie event, saying “As you could see, we are trying to celebrate the good in life and in our youth, and get through the bad times here in Michigan. In addition, we raised a ton of money to help save the lives of the unborn. You were the key to making the event a success. Thank you for your great generosity, your kind words and your inspiration to all of us in attendance.”

Honored by the award, Rowdy continues to give back to various communities, most notably through his Rowdy’s Kidz Swim Clinics which benefit young swimmers by providing hands-on training in free sessions around the country. Rowdy’s Kidz is part of The Limu Company’s charitable initiative, For Goodness Sake, which also includes appearances by Rowdy at children’s hospitals and schools. Rowdy also supports USA Swimming in a variety of ways, including his own Masters Swimming competition at meets, his Blu Frog Team of other Masters swimmers and participation in USA Swimming initiatives such as its Diversity Camp and its Learn to Swim programs.

London 2012

Rowdy will announce his 6th Olympic Games for NBC in London 2012. A broadcast veteran and a natural in front of the camera, “the voice of American swimming” brings the sport alive, calling the action with a depth of knowledge and passion no one else can come close.

Speaking Engagements

Rowdy is an accomplished motivational speaker with a wealth of stories that relate to his themes of dedication, positive attitude and success. Audiences find his down-home and humble attitude to be totally contagious, and most often the autograph and photo sessions after his speaking engagements are packed with new fans. Rowdy is able to carry his positive message and articulate words of wisdom in a way that truly inspires. Using plenty of examples and illustrations in his talks, Rowdy is a successful motivational speaker who has presented to enthusiastic audiences around the world.

For more information please contact:

Bobby Brewer
bobby@pmgsports.com
(520) 743-3979

Celebrity Events

As a well-known member of the media and the swimming community, Rowdy is in high demand for many kinds of celebrity events, from appearing on the Today show for NBC, to interviewing athletes, to participating in award ceremonies and being featured on swimming-related websites and programs. He is also a long-time supporter of
USA Swimming.

Known as “the voice of American swimming”, Rowdy has worked with all of the major television networks: NBC, CBS, ABC, ESPN, FOX and TNT. Since 1985 he has been in the booth announcing major swimming events, including his fifth Olympic telecast for NBC at the 2008 Games in Beijing.

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TLC Events

In his role as the Executive Director of Rowdy’s Kidz, part of The Limu Company’s charitable initiative For Goodness Sake,
Rowdy works closely with members of the TLC Executive team in supporting the company’s efforts with the tens of thousands of TLC Members throughout the world.

As a full-time employee of The Limu Company,
Rowdy often attends regional TLC Briefings, major company Conferences and Conventions, and Leadership Academies. His story truly resonates with TLC Members, who like Rowdy are focused on achieving their own dreams.

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