Curt Stephenson Remembers Bo, Funds Scholarship

(Oct. 20, 2008)

Shortly after Bo's passing I decided to write a book about my experiences with him and the UofM football program. That book is now finished and will be published and available this November. It is the story of a young boy's dream and Coach Schembechler's influence to cause the dream to become reality. The best part is that all the proceeds from the book go back to the Athletic Department for a scholarship for future walk ons.
The vitals on the book are as follows:
Title: Those Who Stay
ISBN # 9781438900292 soft cover - $19.95
ISBN # 9781438900308 hard cover - $24.95
Publisher: Authorhouse.com
Author : Curt Stephenson, UofM '77
Available at all retail book outlets, Amazon and the M Den

Help an M Golfer Make it on Tour

(Oct. 14, 2008)

  LeAnna Wicks, UM 1999-2002

Former Michigan alum and 2007 LPGA Tour rookie golfer, LeAnna Wicks Seeks Financial Assistance to Continue Pursuing her Dream.

Brighton, Michigan native and former University of Michigan standout LeAnna Wicks is seeking financial donations as a means to continue her professional golf career.

LeAnna will be competing in 2009 on the Duramed Futures Tour - the official developmental tour of the LPGA. After a successful season in 2008 on the Futures Tour - where she finished in the top 30 on the money list - LeAnna finds herself in need of contributions and donations to supplement her on-course earnings.

If you have the time, please read the following article highlighting LeAnna's story and the financial burdens of playing professionally.

You can also view LeAnna's personal biography page.

Contributions can be sent to LeAnna directly at:

LeAnna Wicks
5930 Cedar Knoll Drive
Brighton, MI 48116

Any questions, please contact LeAnna's agent Brad Hewitt at Elite Golf Management: 330-345-5411 or brad@elitegolfmanagement.com. Thank you in advance for any support you can provide to help this Letterwinners M Club member's dream come true.

"I would like to personally thank everyone in advance for any support they could provide." --- LeAnna Wicks

An M Man Needs Your Help

Former Michigan linebacker Chris Graham tragically lost his sister, Jacqueline Love, in a house fire recently -- a portable kerosene heater was the cause of the accident. Jacqueline, a single mom, leaves behind her 10-year old daughter, Jada Love. The child escaped the fire with minor injuries, but lost all of her belongings. The family is now struggling through this terrible loss. Perhaps you can help with financial support or clothing and toy gifts.

If you are so inclined, donations can be made to:

Jada Love
c/o Jeff Terry
4345 Forrest Manor Avenue
Indianapolis, IN 46222

Thanks for helping.

Bo's Book Now Available

Dear Michigan Football Men,

As you probably know by now, the man who coached many of you - and was undoubtedly friends to all the rest -- Bo Schembechler, wrote a book with me that just came out this fall. Titled Bo's Lasting Lessons: The Legendary Coach Teaches the Timeless Fundamentals of Leadership , Bo describes what it takes to be a leader, from how to pick your first job to when to step down, and how to do it right. You will probably nod and smile at many of his lessons and stories, and, I've heard, learn a few things about your old coach's methods. If I did my job right, you will also feel like you're sitting in his office once again.

It has received very good reviews from the sports and business press, including The Sporting News to Tom Peters to Newsweek's “ Enterprise ” section. But, of course, the most important reviews come from you guys.

I hope you get a chance to pick up a copy.

GO BLUE!

-John Bacon

www.johnubacon.com