Sports Celebrity Marketing

02/04/2026

Sadly we say goodbye to a Negro Leagues veteran, Ron Teasley. We at Sports Celebrity Marketing had the pleasure of booking Ron over the years at a few events to share his great stories of his time in baseball. This picture was taken at a Negro Leagues tribute event with the Cleveland Indians and the Josh Gibson Foundation. Ron was joined at the event by other legends who have since departed - Ted Toles & Mudcat Grant - to meet with fans. Rest in peace our dear friend.

11/21/2025

We are saddened to hear of the passing of Cy Young Award winner Randy Jones. We always got great feedback when he would do an appearance for our company. Such a fun-loving man. Rest in peace my friend.

This photo of Randy was taken in Ohio during Cy Young Days, a festival held in Cy's hometown of Newcomerstown.

07/12/2025

This one hurts. We have learned of the passing of Luis Sharpe, former St Louis/Arizona Cardinal. Luis had a very troubled past but then put his faith in the Lord and led an exemplary life. It was our honour on Father's Day 2018 to book him and his daughter Rebekah at a church in Cape May NJ to share about their reconciliation and how Luis had become an amazing father after years spent with drugs and prison. They used this singular event as a springboard to travel the country sharing together and helping others. We will miss you my dear friend. Until we meet again.

06/17/2025

Sadly we have lost a great Canadian baseball player and outstanding medical doctor. Ron Taylor won 2 World Series and our business had the pleasure of booking him for appearances over the years.
But more than that, when my son was playing baseball, Dr Ron treated Josh's shoulder at Mt Sinai Hospital in Toronto. For that, we are forever grateful.
More than baseball, more than a doctor, Ron was a caring and compassionate man. Our prayers are with his family. https://www.si.com/mlb/mets/news/former-member-of-1969-new-york-mets-ron-taylor-passes-away-at-87-john9

09/22/2024

We are saddened by the news of the passing our friend Mercury Morris. Merc was a dear supporter of our business. He was a bundle of energy with a great and quirky sense of humor. You will be greatly missed

05/11/2024

We are crushed by the passing today of our dear friend Ron Ellis, longtime Maple Leaf. Our prayers go out for his wife Jan and their family.

Former Maple Leafs forward Ron Ellis, dead at age 79 Toronto Maple Leafs' forward Ron Ellis takes the ice during the 1970s. (Melchior DiGiacomo/Getty Images) Sportsnet Staff May 11, 2024, 1:11 PM Sportsnet Staff May 11, 2024, 1:11 PM Ron Ellis, a dependable forward who played his entire 16-season NH...

04/14/2024

Todd Stottlemyre keynoted at the Billings American legion Baseball banquet last evening and also spoke with some players at the ballpark yesterday. His message to the players and their parents was inspiring. Contact us Sports Celebrity Marketing S.C.M. Inc. www.sportscelebs.com to hire a speaker for your event. MLB, NFL, NHL keynote speakers and sports clinics available.

04/12/2024

One of the all-time great personalities of the game of baseball has left us. We got to know Fritz Peterson during the many times we booked him for appearances and he was one of the most wonderful, genuine people you could ever meet. Of course, he was know for the "family swap" with Mike Kekich when he was with the Yankees, but he was anything but the "flake" that he was presented as. Thanks for the laughs and heart-to-heart chats over the years Fritz. Our prayers go out to his family.

04/08/2024

Today we mourn the loss of our friend Jerry Grote, catcher for the Miracle Mets of '69. Our prayers go out to his wife Cheryl and their family. Thank you for the events you did with us and the fans that you thrilled in doing them. Until we meet again

03/01/2024

We are devastated to hear of the passing of our dear friend, Steelers great LB Andy Russell. Rest easy Andy and thank you for all you did for our family and our business.

01/23/2024

We are very sorry to read that original Toronto Blue Jay Steve Staggs passed away suddenly on Jan 21st. Our prayers go out to his wife and family. He was a wonderful person from my few interactions with him.

01/19/2024

Put the St. Thomas Sports Spectacular on your list of events for next year so you don't miss it. Last night's great event raised funds for Special Olympics and Assisted Living Elgin. We are pleased to have had two of our athletes, Jamaal Charles (NFL) and Shayne Corson (NHL) at the head table. The evening is held every January and sports fans love it.