In 1993, Jim Valvano changed the world with his memorable EPSYS speech. Not only did he launch the V Foundation for Cancer Research, but he also delivered a speech that is still as inspiring and motivational today as the day it was given. Jim passed shortly after his speech, but his words still inspire many and provide all of us motivation to never give up. https://www.espn.com/espn/feature/story/_/id/24087641/jimmy-v-espys-speech-annotated | The V Foundation for Cancer Research
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In 1993, Jim Valvano changed the world with his memorable EPSYS speech. Not only did he launch the V Foundation for Cancer Research, but he also delivered a speech that is still
The V Foundation for Cancer Research. . In 1993, Jim Valvano changed the world with his memorable EPSYS speech. Not only did he launch the V Foundation for Cancer Research, but he also delivered a speech that is still as inspiring and motivational today as the day it was given. Jim passed shortly after his speech, but his words still inspire ...
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"Don't give up ... don't ever give up." 29 years ago, Jim Valvano delivered an ESPYS speech that we'll never forget. Please join The V Foundation for Cancer Research in the fight against cancer. 100% of donations go directly to research. | ESPN
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