John Thompson
When people call John Thompson a giant, you can take this literally and figuratively. For one thing, he was 6 feet, 10 inches tall! He was also the head coach of the men’s college basketball team at Georgetown. The team would not be what it is now if it weren’t for him. In 1984, Patrick Ewing helped the team land a victory under his guidance. This also made Thompson the first African-American coach to win an NCAA title. Aside from this, he coached the American men’s basketball team and led them to a bronze model at the Summer Olympics in 1988. At the age of 78, he breathed his last breath in August.
John Thompson
Kevin Greene
It feels like Kevin Greene is capable of overcoming whatever obstacle comes his way. The Auburn walk-on went on to be a part of the Tigers’ starling lineup after playing for the Army ROTC intramural team of his school. He was honored to be a fifth-round pick at the NFL Draft of 1985. While 112 players were chosen before him, he was one of five to earn a spot in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. He enjoyed a run of 15 seasons, during which he overcome various setbacks. He has the third-highest record for sacks at 160. Sadly, he passed away on December 21 at the age of 58.
Kevin Greene
