Journey to Greatness

Tampa Bay Rays third baseman Evan Longoria talks about his journey from St. John Bosco High School in California to Major League Baseball.

Mike Vick shares the highs and lows of his journey to be a quarterback that changed the NFL.

Kurt Warner was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2017. He shares some insight to his remarkable journey from an unheralded recruit in Iowa to the top of the football world.

Marvin Harrison was a Hall of Fame wide receiver with the Indianapolis Colts. He was an eight-time Pro Bowler. He and Peyton Manning combined to become one of the most prolific duos in NFL history.

Tony Dungy was more than just a great coach. He helped open doors for many African Americans in the coaching world. He was the first African American head coach to win a Super Bowl, and he continues to help the NFL strive for more diversity in coaching.

LaDainian Tomlinson was one of the greatest running backs in NFL history. After breaking records at University High School and TCU, he had an amazing career with the San Diego Chargers and New York Jets. Today, he spends his time running his LT Academy, which is trying to build a new model for student athletes and parents. It focuses on leadership and working toward team goals.

Evander Holyfield talks about his rise to heavyweight champion, including his biggest honor as a boxer: making the Olympic team.

Jerome Bettis was one of the most physical running backs the game has seen. He played for the Los Angeles/St. Louis Rams, but spent most of his career with the Pittsburgh Steelers. He helped the Steelers win the Super Bowl in his final season.

Bo Jackson was one of the most amazing athletes of all time. A two-sport star at Auburn as well as professionally, Jackson made sports look easy. He won the Heisman in 1985.

Michael Strahan was one of the best pass rushers in NFL history. He won 2 Super Bowls with the New York Giants, and he has moved on to a successful broadcasting career.

Shaquille O'Neal is one of the NBA's all-time greats. He won 3 championships with the Los Angeles Lakers and one more with the Miami Heat. He was the most dominant big man of his era. He reflected on his high school days at San Antonio Cole at the team's 25-year reunion.

Warren Sapp redefined the defensive tackle position in pro football. His combination of size and speed was so rare, pro scouts are still looking for the "next Warren Sapp." He led the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to a Super Bowl title.

Track and field legend Carl Lewis has been inspirational on and off the track.