The role of the hero is very glamorous. It’s glorified in our movie stars, our sports figures, and even in our families. However, when it comes to saving an orphanage of children to crushing a walk-off homerun, is there more to what we are witnessing? What prepared the hero for the day they rose to the occasion? Did the hero have the innate ability to get the job done or were they taught how to be prepared for moments when they would be called?
The Team
One of the biggest debates going on in sports right now is the debate over who is the greatest basketball player in the history of the NBA. There are many contenders being touted on message boards and social media posts but the two that draw the most ire are Michael Jordan and Lebron James. The interesting thing to me, seeing as I grew up watching Jordan, is how mythical he has become with many in my generation. They seem to believe the notion that he carried teams to victory and that the Bulls would be a perennial lottery team if it were not for Jordan. However, my recollection of the Jordan era is a bit different. I remember Jordan always having great 3pt shooters, very dependable rebounding, a serviceable point guard, and a Hall Of Fame coach. Also, I seem to remember Jordan being teammates with one of the greatest players to play in the NBA in Scottie Pippen. My point is that true enough we all remember the…
