HAGERSTOWN, Md -- The current state of the country has been out of whack since the coronavirus pandemic began in early March. After being told to stay inside for the foreseeable future, the United States now is dealing with not just COVID-19, but also social unrest after the death of George Floyd.
Professional athletes, teams and leagues have all pledged to do more. To be better. And ultimately to stand up for what is right and ethical at all times. But doing so comes with challenges. Athletes who perform on a regular basis for fans are not just placed on a pedestal, but also have a platform which they can speak their minds and reach thousands, sometimes millions, of people.