Zoutou | The Gift
Zoutou | The Gift: After the recent success of the In Apolo's Name project, it was shown that Apolo fans can make a difference by supporting the Ronald McDonald House Charities. Zoutou | The Gift strives to allow Apolo's dedicated fans to continue to support these charities. No better place to make a difference than in Salt Lake City, UT, the city that will always mean something special to him. [More info.]
Saturday, August 30, 2003
Media: 1 press release added.
Pictures: Link added to 2003 Passage to Paradise pictures.
Speed Skating: Link added to USShortTrackFans.com.
A Special Note from Operation Kirkland
Okay ST fans, are you up for yet another Apolo-inspired fundraising effort? We hope so! They come at you kind of fast and furious these days, don’t they?
Sort of like that crazy sport Apolo so loves...
This one is a chance to make a direct impact on a family close to Apolo’s heart. It is going to benefit Cody Kirkland. For Cody’s update, see the August 14th Ohno Zone post about Operation Kirkland Part 1. Why Cody? Well, he rocks. Why now? A few good ideas came together at the right time, with the Pediatric Heart Transplant Foundation being the catalyst.
Get all the details at http://www.angelfire.com/hero/projectao/
Alternate site: http://www.angelfire.com/magic/aovtransfer/
(This project was made possible through the hard work and creative ideas of Barb of the Pediatric Heart Transplant Foundation, Sonia, Jill and Jennie, not to mention the enthusiastic cooperation of Apolo Anton Ohno.)
Apolo Lands At PMG For Representation
Apolo has obtained new representation for marketing, appearances, endorsements, on-camera commercials, licensing and public relations. All the details here: Apolo Lands At PMG For Representation!
New Site on the Block: US Short Track Fans
Check out the new short track site created by April Shirshac:
"USShortTrackFans.com is a website for the fans, by fans. Our site strives to bring interaction between the US Short Track athletes and their loyal supporters, as well as making a cyber place to interact & get information on the sport. We'll be bringing enthusiastic fan-based World Cup coverage, photos, latest news, and more!"
Oval Inspirations reminder
Visit www.ovalinspirationsproject.2ya.com and submit something to let the skaters know how much you appreciate them. Don't miss your chance to let Apolo & the U.S. Short Track team know how they've inspired you! Deadline for submissions is September 13th.
Stand with Apolo & the U.S. Short Track Team
If you read Apolo's letter to the USOC and want to help support him and the U.S. Short Track Team in their goal of being heard by U.S. Speedskating, read the athletes' requests and sign this petition: Stand Up for U.S. Short Track.
Apolo and seven of his team mates have already signed the petition.
For more information on this important issue, visit The Champion, a site dedicated to promoting communication between fans of speed skating and the United States Olympic Committee.
Thursday, August 21, 2003
Latest updates:
Tickets for Marquette World Cup On Sale 8/21/03
Revised VIP ticket info for the Marquette World Cup from Penny at the United States Olympic Education Center in Marquette, MI:
Olympian Ticket Program (limited number)
Private Suite $2000.00 per group of ten
Included in this package:
Prime VIP seating
Invitation to draw reception
Invitation to closing awards banquet
Event poster autographed by U.S. team participants
Event sweatshirt
Access to VIP lounge
USA team postcard
Club Seat Program $125.00 per person (a $200 value)
These tickets can be purchased individually. No groups are necessary.
Included in this package:
Prime VIP seating. Specific seats can be requested; if not, the organizing committee will assign seats.
Invitation to draw reception
Invitation to closing awards banquet
Event poster autographed by U.S. team participants
Event sweatshirt
Access to VIP lounge
USA team postcard
For more information or to purchase VIP tickets, call 906-227-2888 or email phubble@nmu.edu with name, address, email address, number of tickets, sweatshirt sizes, preferred seat selection, and credit card information
General admission tickets ($10 per-day) are available online at www.nmu.edu/tickets.
Monday, August 18, 2003
Pictures: Album # 42 added -- More of my 2003 Salt Lake City World Cup photos!
Media: Audio clip - Apolo interviewed at the 2002 ESPYs. (Look on left side of the page.)
Fan: Links added to two new fan sites, Sk8er Boy and Simply Apolo
Speed skating: Link added to Jennie's new speed skating site, Sk8ing on the Edge (Look under "Fan-based sites").
Joanna's Salt Lake City World Cup Photos
I've finally uploaded more of the photos that I took at the 2003 Salt Lake City World Cup. These photos were all taken on Sunday, February 8, 2003: Salt Lake City World Cup Album # 3. Enjoy! :)
2002 ESPYs Audio Clip
I just discovered this clip of Apolo being interviewed at the ESPYs. Check it out here!
Saturday, August 9, 2003
Apolo Appearance in Seattle Today, 8/09!
Time: 2:30 p.m.
Place: Niketown Seattle, corner of 6th & Pike
More info: Niketown Seattle
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In Apolo's Name - AAO Fans Unite:
In Apolo's Name: "Apolo fans unite to help build a new Ronald McDonald House in Seattle."
This is a wonderful way for us to show our appreciation for Apolo and help ill children and their families at the same time! Give whatever you can, whether it's a few dollars or $500. Every little bit helps! [Click here to buy a t-shirt to benefit In Apolo's Name.]
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