The Great Change goes 1 on 1 with: Jarron Crump

Hello valued readers!

Today we will be sharing our one on one interview with Jarron Crump about his new shoe deal and his what his basketball career holds next, check it out below!

The Great Change: Hey Jarron! Congratulations on your new show deal, in a few words describe what this milestone means to your career and the #HardWorkNFaithNGod movement:

J. Crump: First off a special thanks/shoutout to Donovan Bridgeforth and The Great Change for following and supporting my career. Also, I purchased the last piece of material you released, it was amazing; more blessings for your future endevors. This shoe deal was nothing but a blessing. Growing up it was always a dream, so I was happy to see the hard work make that come true.

The Great Change: What are the upsides of the shoes that you are endorsing?

J. Crump: The upside of the shoe I'm endorsing is there are a few featured NBA guys already signed to the brand and I have the opportunity to soon be the next big thing from the overseas side.

The Great Change: Where can fans and supporting hoopers go on-line to order the Peak Indonesia XTRA LITE hoop shoes and support?

J. Crump: Right now, I suggest fans follow my Official Instagram page @jarroncrump it's the best way to hear what moves I'm making, where to watch my games, videos and pick up merchandise.

The Great Change: What are a few goals you, as an professional athlete, have for yourself and team next season, on and off the floor?

J. Crump: Next season of course one of my goals is to win a championship, I have not done that yet. Individually I would like to make the all star game again, lead the league in assist and keep running my kids camps!

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Dear Kobe Bryant

Dear Kobe,

I understand that this letter is one of thousands, possibly millions, that will be addressed to you in response to your reiterment announcement. I understand that you are an extremely busy businessman that hardly has time to spend with his very own daughters, let alone spend time reading fan mail. Yet, here I am.

I am taking the time to write this letter to you to show you that this is more than just fan mail. This is love mail. Kobe, your spirit on the basketball court has inspired myself and countless others like me to look at any adversarial situation or competition, as an effective means of channeling aggression and creativity.

When people speak of the basketball Gods watching down on the game of basketball, they will now be speaking of you. Through your fierce determination, you balanced playing on a team full of immense talent and egos, media scandals, championships, loses, new contracts, trade talks, and recording breaking moments all with a charisma that can only be defined as "Mamba"ness. 

Never once during your career did my loyalty to you as a basketball player or a fan of the Los Angeles Lakers organization sway. I remained loyal to you, Kobe Bryant, and you remained loyal to Laker fans everywhere.

Thank you.

This letter should also serve as a thank you letter. Thank you for all of the memories. Thank you for all the money you have won me from placing friendly wagers on your success. Thank you for lessons in bravery. Thank you for all of the trash talking lessons. Thank you for the leadership lessons, as well. Thank you for dunking on Dwight Howard. Essentially Kobe, I can not thank you enough for the impact your presence in the National Basketball League has had on everyone, especially little ole me.

There will never be another Kobe Bryant.

You are simply the greatest player in my lifetime.

Sincerely,

Donovan Bridgeforth

Professional Athlete Spotlight: Brandon Jefferson

Hello valued readers! Today we would like to share with you the interview we got to have with the point guard of the KTP Basket team that is based in Finland. Brandon Jefferson is a native of the United States of America and is going to enlighten us on his experience playing professional basketball in a foreign country. 

Enjoy!

The Great Change: What were your expectations and goals coming into this season playing in the Korisliiga Basketball League?

B. Jefferson: I always had high expectations. That is because I put in the work to get to this point. I was very excited and blessed to get this opportunity. Our goal as a team was to win the championship and improve each and everyday. Also, I wanted to learn the European style of play. 

The Great Change: How hard or easy was the adjustment to Finland?

B. Jefferson: It was a smooth transition, but like anything you do, there will be ups and downs. The players are more physical overseas than the United States. I was blessed to have players and a coaching staff that believed in me.

The Great Change: Describe your experience playing for KTP Basket?

B. Jefferson: I played for KTP Basket in Kotks, Finland, which is an hour away from Helsinki, Finland, the capital of Finland. The fans were amazing and really supported the club. I had great people around me that helped with my transition. Almost everyone spoke English. I am very blessed to have played with a well known club in Finland.

The Great Change: How is the European game play different than the game play here in the states?

B. Jefferson: The game play is more physical overseas. There are not a lot of isolation moments or one on one situations in the game play overseas. The game is more fluid and everyone is skilled. The fans are crazy as well.

The Great Change: What advice would you give to a young athlete looking to reach the professional level?

B. Jefferson: Keep God first and continue to work hard day in and day out. Do not let anyone tell you what you cannot do. Keep people around you that have the same goals as you and want to see you succeed.

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