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'Don't give up' at 30: Donate now to support the V Foundation
March 4 marks the 30th anniversary of Jim Valvano's iconic "Don't give up" speech. The V Foundation continues the fight against cancer. If you're able to, help us defeat cancer by donating at v.org/donate.
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How Jimmy V's famous 1993 speech influenced the sports world
Coach Jim Valvano's acceptance speech for the Arthur Ashe Courage and Humanitarian Award at the 1993 ESPYs transcended sports and time.
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Stuart Scott remembered by his daughters, Taelor and Sydni
Stuart Scott was an ESPN icon, cancer fighter and the inventor of 'boo-yah.' It has been eight years since his death. Here, his daughters write about their father's impact and what his legacy means to them.
V Week 2022: Donate now to support the V Foundation and fight cancer
The V Foundation continues the fight against cancer. If you're able to, help us defeat cancer by donating at v.org/donate.
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ESPYS commemorate 50 years of Title IX with performance by Mickey Guyton
Mickey Guyton is joined by legendary women athletes in the performance of "Remember Her Name" to commemorate 50 years of Title IX at the ESPYS.
NCAAM
Dick Vitale's speech accepting the Jimmy V Award for perseverance
Twenty-nine years ago, Vitale helped his friend Jim Valvano to the ESPYS stage. Wednesday, he won the award named after his friend. Here is Dickie V's call to action to continue the fight against cancer.
Warriors
NBA
Steph Curry wins the ESPY for Best Record Breaking Performance
Stephen Curry looks forward to watching someone break his 3-point record in the future.
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2022 ESPYS: Full list of award winners
From Best Team to Best WWE Moment, here's the complete list of 2022 ESPY winners.
MLB
ESPYS 2022: Shohei Ohtani wins Best Athlete in Men's Sports
Ohtani, 28, beat out a tough field of superstars to take home the award, including Stephen Curry and Aaron Rodgers.
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MLB
Ohtani wins Best Athlete in Men's Sports
Shohei Ohtani virtually accepts the ESPY for Best Athlete in Men's Sports.
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ESPYS 2022: WNBA honored with League Humanitarian Leadership Award
The WNBA has transcended the game of basketball by working with local communities, fighting for equality, and promoting health equity.
NBA
Steph pokes fun at LeBron in ESPYS monologue
Steph Curry teases LeBron James in his opening monologue at the ESPYS.
WNBA
Curry, Diggins-Smith, Ogwumike advocate for Brittney Griner's release
Nneka Ogwumike, Stephen Curry and Skylar Diggins-Smith all deliver a powerful message advocating for the freedom of Brittney Griner.
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Katie Ledecky sends message to young athletes after accepting award
Katie Ledecky sends an inspirational message to young athletes in her speech for Best Athlete in Women's Sports at the ESPYS.
Megan Rapinoe
Soccer
Athletes take stand for equality as part of Title IX tribute
Megan Rapinoe caps off a powerful tribute in which athletes call for equality for all athletes.
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Gretchen Evans wins the Pat Tillman Award for Service
Command Sgt. Major Gretchen Evans gives her thanks after winning the Pat Tillman Award for Service.
Cardinals
MLB
Pujols thanks family, MLB after being awarded Ali Award
Albert Pujols thanks his family and the MLB after being awarded the Muhammad Ali Humanitarian Award.
2022 ESPYS: Donate now to support the V Foundation and fight cancer
On Wednesday, the ESPYS celebrated the best in sports and the V Foundation continues the fight against cancer. If you're able to, help us defeat cancer by donating at v.org/donate.
NCAAM
The next generation of cancer fighters have Dick Vitale as inspiration
Vitale has helped the V Foundation since its inception. Focusing on pediatric cancer, he has helped raise $44 million for cancer research. Children who have been affected by this work are finding their own ways to help cancer.
WWE
ESPYS 2022 -- Best WWE Moment
ESPYS 2022 -- Best WWE Moment
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ESPYS 2022 -- Best NBA Player
Warriors star Steph Curry and back-to-back MVP Nikola Jokić are among the nominees.
MMA
ESPYS 2022 -- Best MMA Fighter
Kamaru Usman and Kayla Harrison are just two of the fighters nominated for the award.
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ESPYS 2022 -- Best NFL Player
Does Cooper Kupp, T.J. Watt, Aaron Rodgers or Jonathan Taylor get your vote for the 2022 ESPYS?
Top Headlines
- Host Curry brings awareness to Griner at ESPYS
- Pujols honored to win Ali award for off-field work
- Curry to show sharpshooting wit as ESPYS host
- Vitale to be recipient of Jimmy V Award at ESPYS
- Osaka returns to spotlight, wins ESPY award
- Osaka to be among stars attending The ESPYS
- WNBA legend Moore named Arthur Ashe honoree
Pat Tillman Award for Service
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Manchester United star Marcus Rashford wins Pat Tillman Award for Service after raising millions to feed children
Manchester United star Marcus Rashford, who helped raise millions of dollars during the COVID-19 pandemic to help feed children in England, will receive the Pat Tillman Award for Service at the 2021 ESPYS.
2020 Stuart Scott ENSPIRE Award
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Iranian women were banned from soccer stadiums for 40 years; Maryam Shojaei fought to fix that
Stuart Scott ENSPIRE Award winner Maryam Shojeai helped bring global awareness to the discriminatory ban on women, in part with the #NoBan4Women petition. In 2019, the ban was lifted and women reentered the stadiums, but her fight for equality continues.
The ESPY Collection
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The ESPY Collection
New portraits of stars set the stage for the 2019 awards show.
Heroes at the ESPYS
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Jimmy V Award recipient Rob Mendez: 'It's only the beginning'
Born without arms and legs, Rob Mendez was determined to become a head football coach. Here, the 2019 recipient of the Jimmy V Award for Perseverance writes a letter to the game that changed his life and allowed him to inspire others.
Relive the Words of Jimmy V
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How Jimmy V's famous 1993 speech influenced the sports world
Coach Jim Valvano's acceptance speech for the Arthur Ashe Courage and Humanitarian Award at the 1993 ESPYs transcended sports and time.
Relive the ESPYS memorable moments
Jake Wood accepts Pat Tillman Award for Service
Team Rubicon CEO Jake Wood notes that the words "thank you" are the most important he'll share and asks everyone to love and help their neighbor.
Mitchell wins Breakthrough Athlete
Donovan Mitchell thanks his family for providing a strong support system, then implores everyone to not put limits on themselves.
Danica pokes fun at LeBron, JR Smith
Danica Patrick throws shade at LeBron James' hairline, then makes some jokes about JR Smith's Game 1 snafu in the NBA Finals.
Marino, Elway show their support for Kelly
Dan Marino and John Elway praise Jim Kelly for his toughness on the field which has now carried over off the field.
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Roberts' life impacted by Valvano, V Foundation
Robin Roberts recounts listening to Jim Valvano's speech at the first ESPYs and reflects on how the V Foundation has impacted her life.
Kurkjian shares his father's fight against cancer
Tim Kurkjian recounts his father's brave battle with cancer before passing away and asks you to donate to the V Foundation.
Rod Gilmore living his life through cancer
Rod Gilmore tells the story of his father's battle with cancer and how he has persevered through his diagnosis with multiple myeloma.
David Lloyd shares his daughter's fight against cancer
David Lloyd lost his sister to cancer when he was just a teenager and felt as if he'd paid his lifetime "dues to this disease," until his 3-year-old daughter was diagnosed. He shares her fight and asks you to donate to The V Foundation.
Sage Steele remembers Stuart Scott's strength
Sage Steele is impressed by how positive and mentally strong Stuart Scott was in the final year of his life.
Randy Scott wants to see an end to cancer
Randy Scott reflects on his mother's courageous battle against cancer before passing away.
Jay Harris remembers his aunt
Jay Harris shares one of his favorite memories of his aunt before she died of cancer.
