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NBC Sports
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- NBC Sports
Gray talks opening of Hall of Excellence museum
Jim Gray joins the Dan Patrick Show to talk about the opening of the Hall of Excellence museum that contains over 300 never-before-seen artifacts, including Jackie Robinson's bat, Tom Brady's Super Bowl rings and more.
Time of India
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Tom Brady remembers being bypassed before going on to become NFL icon at Hall of Excellence ceremony
Tom Brady (via Getty Images) Tom Brady did not waste an opportunity to look back at one of the most highly discussed moments from the beginning of his storied NFL career—going unselected in the 2000 NFL Draft. Addressing attendees in Las Vegas on Wednesday, the seven-time Super Bowl champion had some fun at the expense of the scouts who questioned his future, reminding everyone how far he's come since being selected No. 199. Tom Brady jokes NFL scouts for 2000 draft omission at Las Vegas ceremony The former New England Patriots and Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback was on stage at the Fontainebleau resort for the unveiling of the Hall of Excellence, a gathering that celebrated sporting greatness. With a trademark smirk, Tom Brady delivered a sarcastic line aimed squarely at the NFL's scouting community—the same group that largely overlooked him more than two decades ago. Recalling his lackluster draft experience, Tom Brady spoke to the audience: "So I had a decent college career, unbeknownst to any of the professional scouts—those are real geniuses—and that draft card got turned in in the sixth round, 199th pick overall," Tom Brady said. This sarcastic line drew laughter and applause from the audience. However his words were a subtle reminder of how he used skepticism and doubt as fuel throughout his record-breaking career. FULL SPEECH: Tom Brady unveils Hall of Excellence in Las Vegas, featuring all seven Super Bowl rings At the time, scouts described Tom Brady as slow, gangly, and athletically challenged. His 40-yard dash at the NFL Combine ranked among the lowest for quarterbacks, and all but a few teams regarded him as an ordinary college player with minimal potential. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Onko sinulla usein vaikeuksia muistaa nimiä, tehtäviä ja kellonaikoja? Apu voi löytyä täältä. Lectinect Aivot Saa tarjous Undo It took until the sixth round for the New England Patriots to give him a shot—a risk that became the greatest draft steal in NFL history. Also read: How Tom Brady and David Beckham's friendship started in the most unexpected way The Hall of Excellence appearance also acknowledges Brady's transformation from athlete to icon. Retired now, he's assumed broadcast responsibilities with FOX Sports and extended his reach through business deals. For Tom Brady, the event was a way to look back at the flame that fueled his unparalleled career. From being bypassed on draft day to becoming the gold standard of quarterbacking, Brady's path was an inspiring one in contemporary sports. Game On Season 1 kicks off with Sakshi Malik's inspiring story. Watch Episode 1 here
Miami Herald
10 hours ago
- Business
- Miami Herald
Tom Brady and Jim Gray Unveil the Hall of Excellence - Designed and Conceived by Peter Arnell
Peter Arnell's Visionary Design Brings Tom Brady and Jim Gray's Dream to Life in Miami MIAMI, FL / ACCESS Newswire / June 19, 2025 / NFL icon Tom Brady and legendary journalist Jim Gray today unveiled the Hall of Excellence, an extraordinary new cultural institution celebrating greatness in sports, leadership, and life. The Hall was conceived, designed, and brought to life by world-renowned designer and brand architect Peter Arnell, who led the vision from its earliest conceptual stages to the final, breathtaking in a beautifully appointed, custom-designed space that blends architectural precision with emotional storytelling, the Hall of Excellence serves as a permanent sanctuary for legacy, inspiration, and the human spirit at its highest level."This space is a dream realized," said Tom Brady. "We wanted to create something timeless-something that honors the individuals who've shaped history and pushed the limits of what's possible. Peter Arnell brought that dream to life with brilliance, elegance, and depth. Every corner of the Hall tells a story."From handcrafted materials to immersive exhibition design, every detail of the Hall was meticulously curated by Arnell to reflect the values of excellence, discipline, and purpose. At its core is a global brand identity titled Blessings, also created by Arnell-a mark that captures the reverence and responsibility of recognizing true greatness."Peter didn't just design a building-he built a world," said Brady. "It's a space that uplifts. That teaches. That moves people."The project was made possible through the visionary support of Jeff Soffer, FBLV, and strategic alignment with Koch Industries, each recognizing the cultural importance and enduring value of the Hall's Gray added, "The Hall of Excellence is about legacy-about honoring those who inspire us to be better. Peter Arnell understood that from the beginning, and what he's created here is nothing short of transcendent."Peter Arnell, whose legendary career includes the creation of some of the world's most iconic brands and cultural landmarks, described the Hall as "a living tribute to the relentless pursuit of greatness, captured in a space that allows people to feel, reflect, and aspire."The Hall of Excellence opens to invited guests this month and will welcome the public later this year through a series of curated experiences, rotating exhibitions, and leadership symposiums. Media Contact:James Allenbyinfo@ About Peter ArnellPeter Arnell is a globally recognized branding and design expert known for his transformative work across industries. With a career spanning over four decades, he has developed innovative brand strategies for some of the world's leading companies, redefining the way businesses connect with their audiences. SOURCE: Peter Arnell
USA Today
a day ago
- Business
- USA Today
Tom Brady and Jim Gray Unveil the Hall of Excellence - Designed and Conceived by Peter Arnell
Peter Arnell's Visionary Design Brings Tom Brady and Jim Gray's Dream to Life in Miami NFL icon Tom Brady and legendary journalist Jim Gray today unveiled the Hall of Excellence, an extraordinary new cultural institution celebrating greatness in sports, leadership, and life. The Hall was conceived, designed, and brought to life by world-renowned designer and brand architect Peter Arnell, who led the vision from its earliest conceptual stages to the final, breathtaking execution. Located in a beautifully appointed, custom-designed space that blends architectural precision with emotional storytelling, the Hall of Excellence serves as a permanent sanctuary for legacy, inspiration, and the human spirit at its highest level. 'This space is a dream realized,' said Tom Brady. 'We wanted to create something timeless-something that honors the individuals who've shaped history and pushed the limits of what's possible. Peter Arnell brought that dream to life with brilliance, elegance, and depth. Every corner of the Hall tells a story.' From handcrafted materials to immersive exhibition design, every detail of the Hall was meticulously curated by Arnell to reflect the values of excellence, discipline, and purpose. At its core is a global brand identity titled Blessings, also created by Arnell-a mark that captures the reverence and responsibility of recognizing true greatness. 'Peter didn't just design a building-he built a world,' said Brady. 'It's a space that uplifts. That teaches. That moves people.' The project was made possible through the visionary support of Jeff Soffer, FBLV, and strategic alignment with Koch Industries, each recognizing the cultural importance and enduring value of the Hall's mission. Jim Gray added, 'The Hall of Excellence is about legacy-about honoring those who inspire us to be better. Peter Arnell understood that from the beginning, and what he's created here is nothing short of transcendent.' Peter Arnell, whose legendary career includes the creation of some of the world's most iconic brands and cultural landmarks, described the Hall as 'a living tribute to the relentless pursuit of greatness, captured in a space that allows people to feel, reflect, and aspire.' The Hall of Excellence opens to invited guests this month and will welcome the public later this year through a series of curated experiences, rotating exhibitions, and leadership symposiums. Media Contact: James Allenby info@ About Peter Arnell Peter Arnell is a globally recognized branding and design expert known for his transformative work across industries. With a career spanning over four decades, he has developed innovative brand strategies for some of the world's leading companies, redefining the way businesses connect with their audiences. SOURCE: Peter Arnell View the original press release on ACCESS Newswire
Malaysian Reserve
2 days ago
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
TOM BRADY, JIM GRAY AND JEFFREY SOFFER UNVEIL HALL OF EXCELLENCE AT FONTAINEBLEAU LAS VEGAS
The first-of-its kind museum officially opens to the public on Friday, June 20 Press conference images and b-roll courtesy of Getty Images for Fontainebleau Las Vegas HERE LAS VEGAS, June 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Today, seven-time Super Bowl champion Tom Brady alongside sportscasting legend Jim Gray and Fontainebleau Development Chairman and CEO Jeffrey Soffer proudly unveiled Fontainebleau Las Vegas' Hall of Excellence. The one-of-a-kind museum honors the greatest moments in the history of sports and entertainment. Hall of Excellence officially opens to the public on Friday, June 20. 'Everybody in the [Hall of Excellence] has people that inspired them, that supported them, that held them up,' Brady said at a morning news conference celebrating the museum's opening. 'Nobody can do it alone, we all need each other, we need to support one another, we need to build people up.' 'There's no greater destination in the world for this 'Smithsonian' of sports artifacts. In fact, I don't think the Smithsonian can handle what we put together!' Among those in attendance for the Hall of Excellence debut were: Frann Vettor-Gray, Tom Brady's parents Galynn Patricia Brady and Tom Brady Sr., Kobe Bryant's sister Shaya Bryant-Tabb, author Stedman Graham, former American sportscaster and Hall of Excellence personality Marv Albert, Executive Vice President and CFO at Koch, Inc. Richard Dinkel, Fontainebleau Development President and Partner Brett Mufson, and Fontainebleau Las Vegas President Maurice Wooden. 'The Hall of Excellence is more than a museum, it is a movement,' Gray told the assembled crowd. 'They're living reminders of what it means to sacrifice, to strive, to overcome. May this hall remind us of where we've been, challenge us on where we're going, and always call on us to live, to strive, to commit to excellence.' 'It's come together in such a way, it's beyond what I ever thought it would be,' said Soffer. 'The ability to take you through and relive these milestones, it takes you back to your childhood.' Hall of Excellence features cherished artifacts celebrating the moments, milestones, people, and plays that have inspired generations. Among the pieces on display: all seven of Brady's Super Bowl rings; the bat used by Jackie Robinson to break baseball's color barrier (1947); Muhammad Ali's worn gloves from his iconic fight versus George Chuvalo (1966); Dream Team jersey and opening ceremony uniform (1992); Clint Eastwood's Academy Award for 'Unforgiven' (1993); Kobe Bryant's first nationally televised game jersey (1996); golf ball used by Tiger Woods during his first Masters victory (1997); Billie Jean King's iconic tennis dress (1974); Oprah Winfrey's Presidential Medal of Freedom (2013) and Tony Award for 'The Color Purple' (2016); Las Vegas Aces WNBA Championship rings (2022, 2023); a Vegas Golden Knights Stanley Cup Championship ring (2023), and golf balls and baseballs signed by U.S. Presidents dating back to Woodrow Wilson. Featuring a self-guided audio tour narrated by Academy Award-winning actor Morgan Freeman, Hall of Excellence allows guests to customize their visit with handheld devices that identify each exhibit, with stories, statistics, and detailed descriptions narrated by icons like Oprah Winfrey, Marv Albert, Jim Nantz, Bob Costas, Mike Emrick, Mary Carillo, Andres Cantor, Tom Brady, Jim Gray, and more. The museum also features an iconic trophy room that includes the Vince Lombardi Trophy, the Heisman Trophy, the Claret Jug, the MLB Commissioners Trophy, Larry O'Brien Championship Trophy (NBA Finals), Wimbledon, U.S. Open Golf and U.S. Open Tennis Trophies, the Pete Rozelle Super Bowl MVP Trophy, Olympic Gold medals, Emmy®, GRAMMY®, Tony® and ACADEMY AWARDS® and many others. Located on the resort's second floor adjacent to Promenade, Hall of Excellence will be open daily from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. starting Friday, June 20. Admission starts at $35 per person and $20 for guests ages five to 15 years old; with discounted tickets available for seniors, Nevada residents, and military members starting at $30 per person. Tickets can be purchased here. Guests are encouraged to take advantage of Fontainebleau Las Vegas' valet-validation program – allowing visitors dining at the resort's world-class restaurant and bar collection, spending within retail spaces, including the Hall of Excellence, or enjoying a treatment at Lapis Spa & Wellness and IGK Salon to validate their valet. More information about Fontainebleau Las Vegas dining, events, entertainment, rooms and suites can be found at About Fontainebleau Las Vegas Fontainebleau Las Vegas is a 67-story, vertically integrated luxury resort that brings a legacy of timeless elegance and unparalleled service to the Strip. Certified by the Green Building Initiative with three Green Globes, the resort's thoughtful design allows guests to move effortlessly among 3,644 luxury hotel rooms and suites, 550,000 square feet of customizable meeting and convention space, 150,000 square feet of gaming space, a collection of world-class restaurants and shops, exquisite pools, vibrant nightlife, and vitality-enhancing spa and wellness offerings. Located at 2777 S. Las Vegas Blvd., adjacent to the acclaimed Las Vegas Convention Center West Hall expansion, Fontainebleau Las Vegas is created by Fontainebleau Development in partnership with Koch Real Estate Investments.
