Life: 1913–1970 Sport: Football Role: Coach When you think of sports excellence, Vince Lombardi should immediately come to mind. As head coach of the Green Bay Packers, he transformed one of the NFL's struggling franchises into a dynasty. In nine seasons, Lombardi led the Packers to five NFL Championships, including victories in the first two Super Bowls. His relentless pursuit of excellence, disciplined leadership, and unwavering commitment to his players established a sta

Life: 1938-2017 Sport: Track Role: Athlete Born on April 20, 1938, in Ermington, New South Wales, Australia, Betty Cuthbert was destined for greatness—not only on the track but also in the quiet, powerful way she lived her life. Raised in a faith-filled home with amazing parents who instilled in her the values of hard work and respect, Betty grew up alongside her two sisters—including her unidentical twin—and a brother. From a young age, she developed a deep appreciation for

Life: 1924-2000 Sport: Football Role: Coach When you think of sports excellence, Tom Landry should quickly come to mind. He was the first head coach of the Dallas Cowboys and held that position for an incredible 29 seasons. During his tenure, the Cowboys achieved 20 consecutive winning seasons, won two Super Bowls, five NFC titles, and 13 divisional championships. Landry was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1990 as a head coach—but that honor only tells part o

Life: 1861-1939 Sport: Basketball Role: Coach Dr. James Naismith is most famous for inventing one of the most popular sports in the world—basketball. But what many people don’t know is the reason he created the game and the lasting impact he had on those fortunate enough to know him. Dr. Naismith was a Christian physical educator originally from Canada who invented the game of basketball in 1891 while teaching at the International YMCA Training School in Springfield, Massachu