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Elizabeth Merrill
Mealer brothers a lesson in courage

Michigan offensive lineman Elliott Mealer lost his father and girlfriend in a car accident on Christmas Eve 2007, and injured himself trying to save his brother, Brock. Now the brothers turn to each other for support and inspiration.

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Tom Farrey
Book excerpt: Uncovering the pursuit of a champion athlete

In his book "Game On," Tom Farrey investigates one of the most compelling topics in sports today: the truth about the lives of child athletes, and the consequences of parents' attempts to get a winning edge.

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Ben Houser
For brothers, seeing is believing

How do you understand Matt Steven and his ability to shoot a basketball despite being blind? Meet his brother Joe. The two share a story of trust, perseverance and love.

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Ryan McGee
Steelers fan's big wish came true

Despite an emotional and physical struggle with cancer, Bob Zinski became so enveloped in his beloved Pittsburgh Steelers' march toward Super Bowl XVIII that he has been able to continue his fight against the disease.

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Jeremy Schaap and Yaron S. Deskalo
A case of hit and run?

Bryan Steinhauer and Miladin Kovacevic were two young men heading in different directions when they found themselves at a dark, crowded bar in downtown Binghamton, N.Y., early on the morning of May 4, 2008. Their lives will never be the same.

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David Picker
Ex-Duke player lands White House job

Former Duke basketball and football player Reggie Love was Barack Obama's "body man" on the campaign trail. Now he's heading to the White House to serve as a special assistant and aide to President Obama.

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