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Alonzo Mourning

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Keeping Up with Alonzo Mourning

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By Zachary Devita Photography by Claudio Beier Alonzo Mourning will always be remembered as the NBA player who put himself on the map for his passion and hard work on the hardwood. During his career, he was a seven-time NBA All-Star, a two-time NBA Defensive Player of the Year and won an NBA Championship in 2006 with the Miami Heat. When he retired in 2009 at the age of 38, his number, 33, became the only retired number in Heat history. One of the most influential figures during his time in the NBA is former Heat coach and current Team President Pat Riley. “I’m a little biased, but it has to be Pat Riley. While he’s known for his strategic coaching tactics, to his players he was a motivator but not only that, he got the best out of his players. And I think that’s a key to being a great coach, not just drawing up a great play. I think it’s about you getting your players to believe in the plan you’ve set out,” shared Alonzo. Retirement hasn’t stopped Alonzo from being involved with the NBA and the Miami Heat. “I’m the Vice President of Player Programs and Development for the Miami Heat, which consumes a lot of my time.” Beyond being involved with the Miami Heat, Alonzo has been working tirelessly with the Mourning Family Foundation, which he established in 1997. The mission of the charity is to help the development of children and families living in at-risk situations and providing support and services that will enhance their lives. “There’s a hole that needs to be filled as it pertains to all the obstacles that young people are trying to overcome. We just have to accept responsibility and understand that what it really comes down to is helping young people accomplish their goals.” Alonzo has also partnered with the Warren Henry Auto Group to benefit his non-profit organizations. Some of these special events included sponsoring a donation drive to assist in collecting toys, gifts, and donations that were gifted to students of the Toys for Tots program, in which Warren Henry Auto Group has participated in for several years. They also assisted in the Back to School Drive, which involved being a location point that collected school supplies for children in need. Although retirement keeps him busy, Alonzo still misses some nuances and parts of the game. “I miss the comradery more than anything. The playoffs were something that I used to look forward to and I loved to compete at that level. But the long and short of it, I miss the competitiveness and being around my teammates.” For now, Alonzo continues to build his strong relationship with the community around him and push the young players on the Miami Heat for a bright future for not only themselves, but for the team as well. For more information, please visit www.mourningfamilyfoundation.org & www.warrenhenryauto.com

Alonzo Mourning at Turnberry Isle Golf Club with Infiniti SUV during charity event
City Vibes, LIFESTYLE, MSM Online

The Zo’s Hall of Fame Golf Groove at Turnberry Isle Golf Club

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By Gisel Habibnejad The Zo’s Hall of Fame Golf Groove at Turnberry Isle Golf Club sponsored by Warren Henry Infiniti, Land Rover North Dade, and co-sponsored by divisions of Warren Henry Auto Group took place on Monday, January 18th. The charity golf tournament benefitted the Mourning Family Foundation, Inc., and showcased the latest models of Infiniti and Land Rover. The Mourning Family Foundation, Inc. is a nonprofit provides fundraisers to organizations that help children. Created by Tracy and Alonzo Mourning, they have raised approximately $20 million dollars for programs that provide aid in the development of children and their families, particularly those in socioeconomically challenged communities. Event attendees included: Alonzo Mourning, Jason Taylor, Gary Sheffield, Ray Allen, Erik Day, Warren Henry Zinn, Nat Moore, Keith Byars, Lawrence Taylor, Jawan Strader, and Bruce Bowen.

DJ Irie and guest artist performing poolside during 11th Annual IRIE Weekend in Miami
City Vibes, Events, MSM Online

11th Annual IRIE Weekend Recap

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Photography by Omar Vega and Thaddeaus McAdams The annual IRIE Weekend took place from June 18th-20th and included a multitude of events and sponsors with one goal in common: to raise funds and awareness for great causes. One of them being the IRIE Foundation which provides at-risk youth with various programs to help them lead positive lives.  IRIE Weekend kicked-off with the #Inspire Kids Golf Clinic at the Miami Beach Golf Club with Austin Mahone as the special guest. Benefitting IRIE Foundation, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Miami, The Motivational Edge and South Florida After School All Stars, the children supported by these extraordinary causes were also in attendance. The night concluded with a dinner honoring DJ IRIE by Merrill Lynch, and later with the Hublot VIP concert in which included performances by Natalie La Rose and Wyclef Jean.  The JEEP 11th Annual Celebrity Golf Tournament took place on Friday with Target On The Green Tent. The long list of celebrity golfers included Anthony Mackie, Omar Benson Miller, Alonzo Mourning, and Reggie Bush. The day ended with Stoli Elit at LIV Nightclub, with a performance by Jermaine Dupri to cap the night off.  On Saturday, a special appearance was made by Pitbull at the IRIE Weekend BBQ Beach Bash, presented by Mountain Dew. The event consisted of delicious treats made by Chef G. Garvin and cocktails by Jack Daniels Tennessee Honey. The wonderful weekend came to a close with DJ IRIE’s birthday hosted by Timbaland and presented by Beck’s with music by Lil Jon.  With all the fantastic events and celebrity appearances, it’s still safe to say the best part about IRIE Weekend was raising over $50,000 in proceeds. For more information on the IRIE Foundation, please visit www.IrieFoundation.org

Entertainment, The Issue

On the Record with DJ Irie

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By Craig Skilling It is no secret DJ Irie has conquered the world of music, but he has also proved to be well-rounded in other aspects of his life. One of his biggest accomplishments includes his Irie Foundation, through which he has successfully helped steer at-risk children in South Florida towards the right direction for a promising future. Becoming the NBA’s first in-house DJ, he has paved the way for countless NBA musical entertainers. With Irie Weekend having celebrated its 10th anniversary this year, there is no telling what the Miami Heat DJ cannot do. His highly driven sense of ambition and wholesome personality are just a couple of reasons why Miami has come to admire and respect the talented DJ. MSM sits down with DJ Irie to catch up: MSM: How did you come up with the name DJ Irie? DI: Right before I was introduced on stage at my first gig ever, the head DJ asked for my name. When I told him “DJ Ian,” he laughed and said I need to come up with a better one. Based on my Jamaican background and the meaning of the word, he named me with “DJ Irie” which means “peace and positivity.” MSM: Talk to us about your success to date and milestones you are proud of. DI: I’m blessed. One of the most prolific things for me would be the launch of my Irie Foundation, through which I’ve been able to meet so many amazing people, and have been able to give back. We’ve awarded scholarships and raised thousands of dollars for so many organizations and causes. Another milestone for me has been performing at the Fifa World Cup Final in Rio. That is something I couldn’t have possibly even dreamed of taking part in. MSM: You recently hosted your 10th Annual Irie Weekend. Can you share with our readers the motivation for starting Irie Weekend and how you have been able to sustain the model for continued success and growth with this being your 10th annual event? Who does Irie Weekend benefit and why? DI: Having previously worked with Alonzo Mourning and Zo’s Summer Groove to raise money for local charities, I had experience in participating in causes. I needed a main driver of raising funds for awareness and came up with Irie Weekend. I knew setting up a golf tournament would attract enough attention to get people involved. And, it was, by far, the best choice because we have been able to forge so many relationships through it. The biggest takeaway from having the 10th anniversary was how taken back I was from the scale of the event. With the Irie Foundation, we’re involved in all areas of at-risk youth to fill the voids. We created After School All-Stars, partnered with Jason Taylor as a reading program, and also the Cultural Passport Programs to offer a constructive program where students could continue to learn and become well-rounded. MSM: At the event, you announced that your parents, who reside in Jamaica, were experiencing Irie Weekend for the first time. How did it feel to be able to share this milestone event with your parents? DI: It was beyond special and meaningful. My parents have been the pillar of our family. Their guidance and life lessons have made me the person I am today. Immediately after the event, they called me to say they were pleasantly surprised and didn’t realize how huge it was before. That made the 10th anniversary milestone extra special. MSM: What drives you to wake-up and keep going on this fast-paced schedule? DI: I’m a morning person, first off, but I know the work is never done – I’m driven by the sense of urgency of what is on the horizon. MSM: You conquer everything you put your hands on. Is it safe to say that DJ Irie is not just a businessman but a brand? Why or why not? DI: The best part about it is that we’ve combined this passion of music with the art form of deejaying to create something even more significant. To be able to have a business today that thrives from being innovative and making its own initiatives – whether I’m spinning a record or not – is a true testament to being a brand and a business on its own. MSM: Tell MSM’s readers something interesting about yourself that only a few people know. DI: I’m a history buff – World War I, II, and history in general. MSM: You have worked for and with several celebrities and individuals of prominence and influence. Can you share your most memorable celebrity interaction to date and what made it most memorable? DI: A couple of years ago my buddy, Jamie Foxx, invited me to DJ at a birthday party for Robert Downey Jr. It was an amazing night – anywhere you turned, you’d see a big-time celebrity. But the most memorable part of the night was when the party was at its peak and I look up to see Sting walking up to the dance floor with his partner. The funny thing is I was two records away from playing a remix of “Roxanne”, so I decided to play it at that moment. I’m looking over at Sting and he looks over at me so I give him that nod like “we have to do this for Rob” and he nodded back. Then, I threw him the microphone in the middle of the dance floor. He then begins to sing “Roxanne” and the whole place erupted! This felt literally right out of the movies. It was an insane and memorable moment. MSM: Fast forward 10 years down the road. Where do you see yourself personally and professionally? DI: I would like to step back from the rigorous travel and tour schedule – not to say I would completely disappear. I would like to focus on all the relationships I’ve forged throughout the years by connecting and engaging in a higher level with

Events, LIFESTYLE

SEVENTH ANNUAL REID & FIORENTINO CALL OF THE GAME DINNER & CELEBRITY GOLF CLASSIC CELEBRATES SOUTH FLORIDA’S YOUTH

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(Photos courtesy of Reid & Fiorentino Events) Two-day charity fundraiser brings together today’s sporting heroes and South Florida’s community leaders to raise money for Lauren Kid’s Foundation and Dade Schools Athletic Foundation Sun Sports HEAT TV broadcasters and two of South Florida’s leading sports media personalities, Eric Reid and Tony Fiorentino celebrated the end of the seventh annual Reid & Fiorentino Call Of The Game Dinner & Celebrity Golf Classic, alongside today’s sports icons and philanthropic heroes of our community, with a triumphant salute to two of the most celebrated local charity organizations and beneficiaries – Lauren’s Kids Foundation and the Dade Schools Athletic Foundation. The two-day fund raising event once again attracted some of the region’s biggest names in sports and entertainment, while honouring the achievements by some of the today’s most acclaimed community leaders. The annual Reid & Fiorentino Celebrity Golf Classic Presented by SHARP Business Systems, kicked-off the events on Thursday, March 7th at Turnberry Isle Miami. More than 50 foursomes took to the two exclusive championship courses for an enjoyable day of competitive golf under clear blue skies and pleasant temperatures. During the post-golf awards reception, Eric Reid and Tony Fiorentino, took to the stage to commemorate the work of Lauren Book, founder of Lauren’s Kids Foundation, before a series of sports merchandise and memorabilia were handed-out during the post-tournament raffle. Competition winners were awarded custom-made Reid & Fiorentino cut-glass trophies, with first place awards going the team made up of James Davis, Derrin Garber, Sid Ali and Brian Turnbell, as winners on the Miller Course, and Mike Mandich, Nick Capo, John Costa, Nicholas Sottile and Kijana Carter, as the winning team from the Soffer Course. Runners-up awards were also presented, along with prizes for the ”Closest-to-the-Hole” on both courses. Former Miami Dolphins quarterback and NFL Hall of Famer, Dan Marino, participated again in this year’s competition and participating celebrity team captains and sports personalities included: Orlando “El Duque” Hernandez (former NY Yankees), Alonzo Mourning (former Miami HEAT), Livan Hernandez (MLB player), Mike Inglis (Miami HEAT Radio), John Crotty (former Miami HEAT), Jason Jackson (Miami HEAT broadcaster), Jose Paneda (Miami HEAT broadcaster), Woody Bennett (former Miami Dolphins), James Brown (former Miami Dolphins), Keith Byars (former Miami Dolphins), Kijana Carter (former NFL player), Jeff Cross (former Miami Dolphins), Oronde Gadsden (former Miami Dolphins), Lorenzo Hampton (former Miami Dolphins), Bobby Harden (former Miami Dolphins), Mark Higgs (former Miami Dolphins), James Pruitt (former Miami Dolphins), Patrick Surtain (Former Miami Dolphins), Austin Spitler (Miami Dolphins), Julian Posey (Miami Dolphins), Fred Banks (former NFL player), Jeff Fuller (Miami Dolphins), Cornelius Bennett (former Buffalo Bills), Steve Whitaker (former NY Yankees), John Harris (Seattle Seahawks), Derrick Rogers (former Miami Dolphins), Troy Drayton (former Miami Dolphins), Eddie Jones (former Miami HEAT), Tommy Hutton (Marlins broadcaster), Footy (radio host), Eddie Hill (former Miami Dolphins), Randall Hill (former Miami Dolphins), Kerry Glenn (former Miami Dolphins), Cliff Floyd (former MLB player), Errict Rhett (former NHL player), John Denney (former Miami Dolphins), Darryl Williams (former Bengals/Hurricanes player), Dave Graf (former Cleveland Browns), Quadtrine Hill (former Texans/Hurricanes player), Joey Cornblit (jai-alai player), Stefanie Kenoyer (LPGA player), Brian Hartline (Miami Dolphins player) Tom Shopay (former Orioles/Yankees) and Darrel Fullington (former Vikings/Canes). The Call Of The Game Dinner Presented by Publix took place on Saturday, March 9th at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. Renowned local philanthropist and Honey Shine founder, Tracy Mourning, emceed the evening’s entertainment as the Master of Ceremonies, while some of today’s most distinguished individuals were honored for their work towards making a difference “behind the scenes” in our community. With an illustrious attendance of sports personalities, business leaders and notable philanthropists, the event included a silent auction, featuring sporting memorabilia and luxury items that attendees were able to bid on at the start of the evening, as well as a live auction, mediated by FOX Sports broadcaster, Jason Jackson, featuring sporting memorabilia, lavish vacation packages and one-of-a-kind experiences, among other items. The evening included live entertainment with an electrifying performance by SONY Music Latin America recording artist, Pedro Capó. Attending VIP guests of honour included Miami HEAT team president, Pat Riley, congresswoman, Deborah Wasserman Schultz, Miami HEAT head coach, Erik Spoelstra, Vice President of Retail Operations for Publix Supermarkets, Bill Fauerbach, Miami-Dade commissioner, Sally Heyman and Miami HEAT forward, Chris “Birdman” Anderson. The dinner featured a number of prestigious awards presented for excellence and leadership in the community. Legendary Miami Marlins broadcaster, Dave Van Horne, received the Sonny Hirsch Excellence in Sports Broadcasting Award, introduced and presented by Eric Reid. This award honors an outstanding sport broadcaster that has had a great impact in their field, while making notable accomplishments within the community. Past award winners include Joe Rose, Tony Segreto, Hank Goldberg and the late-great Jim Mandich. Former Miami Dolphins linebacker, Twan Russell, was presented by Lauren Book with the Community Service Award for outstanding work throughout South Florida. This award honors exceptional individuals or organizations that have shown a great love and passion for improving our community. Past award winners include Bill Fauerbach, Dwyane Wade, Tracy Wilson Mourning and Dr. Barth Green with daughter Jenna Green. The Jim Mandich Courage and Commitment Award was presented to CNN Correspondent Sara Ganim, following a touching speech by Miami HEAT team president, Pat Riley, who introduced Sara and presented the award. The award-winning broadcast journalist broke the story of the grand jury investigation into Jerry Sandusky, and Ganim gave a heartfelt speech on child sex abuse to the audience despite her brave attendance on crutches. Last year’s inaugural Jim Mandich Courage and Commitment Award was presented to Nick Buoniconti and Marc Buoniconti for their outstanding work with The Miami Project to Cure Paralysis and The Buoniconti Fund to Cure Paralysis. Current Miami HEAT assistant coach, Ron Rothstein, was presented by Tony Fiorentino with the Don Shula Sports Legend Award. This award honors an outstanding sports legend that has demonstrated a passion for their sport and brings that same passion off the playing field to their

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