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• Kindness • Effort • Passion • NYT bestseller, Never Settle: Sports, Family and the American Soul • ESPN • New book, Sideline CEO, OUT NOW:

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Marty Smith
7 months
🚨TODAY is SIDELINE CEO RELEASE DAY! LFG!🚨 Sideline CEO: Leadership Principles from Championship Coaches. Available at book retailers everywhere. Grab a copy (please!), and learn proven, vulnerable leadership wisdom from some of the greatest coaches ever. I am grateful. 🙏🏻
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NASCAR president Steve Phelps says NASCAR conducted a "thorough sweep of all 29 tracks where they race, and 1684 garage stalls, they found only 11 total ropes that had a pulldown rope tied in a knot, and just one noose: The one in Bubba Wallace garage."
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NEWS: NASCAR industry sources tell me Richard Petty will attend today’s race at Talladega, to stand in solidarity w @BubbaWallace . Petty, 82, has not attended a race since COVID-19 halt. Sources told me Petty commented: “The most impt thing for me right now is hugging my driver.”
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This is phenomenal. Brief moments of kindness have limitless potential for individual impact.
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This entire 2 minutes is leadership personified.
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75 years ago, Operation Neptune dropped 160,000 brave young men on the French Coastline. Omaha Beach. Normandy, France. When that gate dropped from that boat, those men jumped straight into hell. We are FREE. We can go. Do. Be. Love. Aspire. I am so grateful. #DDay75years
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Jim Harbaugh showed tremendous class with ESPN after the Orange Bowl. UM got whooped. He’d just addressed his team. He didn’t have to take time to talk to us and he did, without hesitation — and cared enough to consider the questions and offer great perspective. I appreciate that
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Joe Burrow arrives home to Baton Rouge to a hell of a scene.
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NASCAR statement: A noose was found in Bubba Wallace’s garage stall today at Talladega. NASCAR is investigating.
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Hurts: 1st FR to start at QB for Nick Saban 2016 SEC Off POY 26-2 as Bama starter Watches Tua write movie Does not transfer Stays/Works/Improves Does not sulk Graduates from Bama Transfers to OU QB factory; Produces most prolific statistical debut ever @ OU QB factory Remarkable.
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Joe Burrow showed his deep gratitude to the @LSUfootball faithful by wearing a “Burreaux” jersey for his senior night introduction in Death Valley tonight. The idea was Burrow’s alone. He approached @LSUFBEquipment with the idea earlier this week.
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Sometimes, man, the trains rolls off the rails... I haven’t laughed that hard in a while...
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COVID has kicked my behind, but I think I’m on the mend.
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This is amazing!!!! The drivers are pushing Bubba’s car to the front of the grid!!!!
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NASCAR releases photo to the media of the garage pull rope formed as a noose from the Bubba Wallace garage Sunday at Talladega Superspeedway. This image was provide by NASCAR.
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The Man. He put the sport on his shoulders in its darkest hour and he carried it. He’s one of the best ambassadors the sport has ever had. His passion for the sport’s health and growth is unparalleled. Proud of you and thrilled for you, @DaleJr . Awesome.
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His legacy will never be forgotten. Congratulations to @DaleJr , a member of the #NASCARHOF Class of 2021.
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Undefeated.
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#SECNation is back Sept. 19th! What's your favorite moment from the show?
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Richard Petty statement: “I am enraged.”
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I am so grateful.
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ESPN signs @MartySmithESPN to a multi-year contract extension, teeing off with #PGAChamp coverage next week More:
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We striped some ( @NiallOfficial ), duffed some (me), sunk some (both) & had one hell of a conversation about his lifelong passion for golf, during which @JDayGolf explained how @HomeDepot improved his putting stroke. Augusta is gorgeous beyond words, boys. Airs @TheMasters week.
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This is fire. “Aight”
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Who remembers...
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Ain’t every day some highly touted Cougars show up in Myrtle and go home disappointed...
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How many of y’all got misty during Burrow’s acceptance speech? You know y’all did. Don’t lie.
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Every time a racer straps in, he or she straps in with an attitude of invincibility. It’s a must. They do not consider it bravery. It is the love of their lives. Nights like tonight remind everyone they are human, this shit is really dangerous, & racing is a loyal, caring family.
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Mediocre people don’t like high achievers... And high achievers don’t like mediocre people. — Nick Saban
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Grateful.
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To every member of the United States Military, and to every veteran who served: Thank you. You are appreciated. God Bless America. 🇺🇸
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No matter where Jalen Hurts chooses to play 🏈 in the future his legend at Bama is eternal. He will be forever revered in TTown. First ever true FR QB starter for Saban. 26-2 record. Lost job. Didn’t leave UA. Graduated. Movie script 4th Q vs. Georgia. Class & grace throughout.
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4 years
Honest Q: Why is it medically acceptable for the student bodies to return to campus, but not medically acceptable to play football—and the same people make both decisions? Yes there is physical contact in football. But inevitable parties are definitely a contact sport, too. 🧐
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Some clown just called into the show, bitching that we "have no perspective" because we're discussing how gutting it must be for rising high school seniors who are losing their final fall athletic seasons. "It's JUST high school football." What a complete idiot.
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Tell momma you love her. Call her. Pick up the phone and tell her you appreciate all she’s done for your well being, and that you know you’re blessed to have her. Tell her how much her attention meant for your confidence. Wish I could. I miss her every day. 21 years, man.
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Is it me or has Romo called every play on this drive out loud.
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B1G coaches could have simply accepted the decision. They didn’t. B1G players could have simply accepted the decision. They didn’t. B1G parents could have simply accepted the decision. They didn’t. B1G Football in 2020 is 💯 a movement. Power of the people, y’all.
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Ryan Newman update:
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Today is the last day @ESPN for @LeBatardShow , and I want to say thank you to Dan, Stu, Mike, Roy, Chris, Billy, Allyson, Cote, Cortes, et al They welcomed a country boy from Appalachia into their wacko world of brilliance like I was family. And then we became family. Love y'all.
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Scottie Scheffler won’t let golf define him — even if he wins The Masters today. I asked him on the Masters Podcast how he’s able to remain so composed, no matter the stage or circumstance. My goodness what an answer. Listen here:
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4 years
An old friend needed a special wheelchair to reconnect to his soul. @LukeBryanOnline , @ColeSwindell , @ClemsonFB head coach Dabo Swinney and many generous folks helped me surprise him with one.
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3 years
June 6, 1944. 🇺🇸
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5 years
Holding this in my hands for the very first time. Nearly in tears. Unique emotion. Wow.
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Like so many of my friends in the NASCAR garage, I am praying hard for Ryan, his family and the medical staff caring for him.
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. @obj sent the @LSUfootball Tigers new Beats headphones — with a message.
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App-uh-latch-uhn not App-uh-lay-shun.
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I chatted with Jalen Hurts after the game. Young man is all class.
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So this lady ran on the field. Police removed her.
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That prerace display of solidarity and brotherhood was f’in awesome.
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. @LSUfootball locker room is 🔥🔥
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Devastated. 90s country icon. One of the definitive voices of the genre's greatest era. I'll miss you, Pickup Man.
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3 years
The higher the hair, the closer to God. #Preakness146
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Rest In Peace Mr. Charley Pride. What an amazing life! Negro League All Star (who played against Hank Aaron, Willie Mays & Ernie Banks in All Star games v. MLB stars) Army Veteran Grand Ole Opry Member Country Music Hall Of Famer 30 No. 1 singles Kiss An Angel Good Mornin’ ❤️
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When I did this feature on @LSUfootball #7 in November, I asked every player which of them was the 🐐-7. To a man, they all said @Mathieu_Era . The respect they have for him is palpable. He is now a World Champion. 🏆
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No. 7️⃣ A bond & brotherhood of @LSUfootball legends.
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Sunday @TheMasters . Pinch me stuff. Grateful beyond words for this job, and the amazing relationships and opportunities within it. #themasters
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4 years
And the display of unity, togetherness, courage and commtiment that I saw Monday from the garage will forever be one of the most beautiful moments of solidarity I've witnessed. Brothers caring for brothers.
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3 years
Dreaming of Gold Bond.
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Matt Barrie
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Spotted. In his natural habitat, an aggressive walking man in a suit... @MartySmithESPN #PGAChamp
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Amanda Lawrence, Trevor’s mom, ironing her son’s suit on his big day. Moms never stop, man.
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4 years
75 years ago today. 🇺🇸
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7 years
My neighbor is a @ClemsonFB fanatic. He threw his remote through his television. 😳
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4 years
Saw a sign on Alabama Rt. 55. Had to stop and sit on the porch a minute.
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4 years
I want to take a quick moment to offer my gratitude to the Odenville, AL police department. They have been amazing to my daughter and to me today. It’s 90+ degrees out here standing in a parking lot, and they brought us Gatorade and water. THANK YOU.
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The @LSUfootball Tigers have arrived in the A.
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2 years
This is probably the greatest golf shot ever, given the context of the moment. The patience and precision this required is otherworldly.
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Golf Monthly
2 years
Stop scrolling and remind yourself of this Tiger Woods magic...
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NASCAR: Bubba Wallace was not the target of a hate crime. See statement below. I don’t even know what to say.
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Southeastern Conference football teams start fall camp today. Raise hell praise Dale.
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5 years
This is so good.
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Izzo has decided to embrace the new style of coaching being requested of him.
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Never Forget. 9.11.01. 🇺🇸 (📷: AP)
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I can't believe I broke down. But this is where I am emotionally right now.
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4 years
Also: Did anybody else notice that Bobby Knight low key said MJ was the 🐐 before MJ ever played one NBA game? That blew my mind. 🤯
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4 years
Bubba Wallace responds to earlier tweet from President Donald Trump. Wallace’s message: Love Wins.
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To the next generation and little ones following my foot steps.. #LoveWins
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Consider running head-on into Hell, in the name of your God and country. Think hard about that. Thank you so much to those who did/do.
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The kindness I’ve received since last evening regarding the announcement of my new @espn contract is humbling and overwhelming and appreciated. I have the greatest job in the world. And I respect it. And I won’t ever take it for granted. Thank you all so much for your kindness.
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4 years
I’d watch all 10 straight right now if they’d roll tape.
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Super weird flex to throw shade on a broken-hearted college kid—using a 21-yard FG to beat a 4-win team to move to 6 wins, no less, as fodder.
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The legend of Nick Saban and The N.B.A. — Noontime Basketball Association. Private coaching staff pickup hoops led by the 🐐 One of my favorite pieces we’ve ever done.
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4 years
Damn I cried hard. This is 💯
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Rex Chapman🏇🏼
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His girlfriend was struggling with her hair loss from alopecia. Get out the tissues. Humanity.🌎❤️
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Beautiful energy here.
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East Tennessee is such a gem. Waking up with a warm cup of coffee, watching the Great Smoky Mountains rise through the foggy dawn as the sun pierces the plane of daylight, is a breathtaking visual.
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The best news possible came from the FBI investigation, and I am so happy for @BubbaWallace & @NASCAR that there was no hate crime, or any ill will. That is wonderful. Sunday & Monday I defended the sport passionately that it is not a racist arena. I'm glad that proved accurate.
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Reckon @TarHeelFootball is amped to get the UNC @Jumpman23 Retro 11s? Watch @CoachFedora tell them. Video courtesy: @UNCEquipment
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Augusta National handed out Masters eclipse glasses this morning. They are the coolest eclipse glasses on earth.
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I’m told often that I have the best job in the world. I agree! But this man is close! He’s already covered the Olympics and the Super Bowl. He’s at his first @KentuckyDerby today. And he’s headed to the Indy 500 in a couple weeks! Great chat on @SportsCenter today. Proud of him.
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Today would have been the NCAA men’s basketball National Championship, and the start of Masters Week. Maybe the best week of the year. I am bummed. But my family is healthy & I am employed by an amazing, resolute company. And I am so grateful for that. Keep fighting Stay positive
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You’ve heard some of us say constantly how badly the players want to play. College football coaches and support staff all over the nation have told me that almost daily. It ultimately may not be up to the players — but they’re speaking up. Check out #WeWantToPlay . It’s a chorus.
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Some acts of kindness are astounding. One just happened to me. My EUG-LAX flight was cancelled last night. Lightning blew a hole in the wing. So, major logistics issue now, because Eugene ain’t easy to get to or from. Very few options. I’m screwed. I gotta get home,
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Goodness. The players faces. Say a prayer for Damar Hamlin.
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Yuletide spirit ablaze in #SWVA 🎄🎁
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Control your controllables: Kindness. Effort. Passion. Be kind to others. Give every last ounce of everything within you towards achieving whatever task you face. Project an undeniable positive energy. You cannot lose.
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All class. Thank you for this example of kindness, Georgia.
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Arkansas State coach Blake Anderson's wife, Wendy, died Aug. 19 after a two-year battle with breast cancer. Today, Georgia held a "pink out" in her honor 🙏
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Those 88 & 13 crew guys instinctually rushing to check on Austin Dillon was one of the greatest moments in sports this year. Brotherhood.
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Y’all help us contact this little stud. We’ll show them other boys what’s up.
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Nate Bain
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I need someone to connect me with this child's family, please. I've been told he is from Knoxville. Mr. Lewan is against bullying and willing to provide his services as a bodyguard. Do your thing, Twitter! Connect us. #TitanUp
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The new hardware has arrived in the @LSUfootball facility.
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Me: Why are you number one in the country? @Joe_Burrow10 : You know we will play anybody, anywhere. Send us to Canada and we will play on a gravel lot, doesn’t matter to us.
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SO DAMN PROUD!!!!!!!!!!! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
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Hooters will sponsor Chase Elliott's No. 24 Chevrolet in Talladega, Alabama. That is as American a sentence as I will ever write.
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We look like we want to discuss your investment strategy over lunch at the Applebees.
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I wish the Big Ten and the SEC and the TV networks and the schools could work out an agreement that resulted in Ohio State v. Texas A&M. No. 3 v. No. 5. America wins.
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Trevor Lawrence went to Waffle House to celebrate his first NFL playoff victory. America's QB. What song do y'all reckon he played on the jukebox?
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“This operation is not being planned with any alternatives. This operation is planned as a victory, and that’s the way it’s going to be.” —Gen. Dwight D. Eisenhower. June 6, 1944. 🇺🇸
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My Brother’s Keeper. One of the most emotional pieces I’ve done. I aspire to be this kind of friend. @ClemsonFB
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