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Current Sports | March 30, 2017

WKAR-MSU

McDonald's All-American Game; Michigan State Men's Basketball 2017-2018; Jaren Jackson Jr.; Tommy Washington Jr.; In-depth Feature.

On today's "Current Sports with Al Martin" we have one of the most compelliong interviews in show history. A little basketball talk starts the show, with Al taking the court over the McDonald's All-American Game, featuring the best of high school basketball. Who was impressive, and how did the Spartan in the mix wind up doing? Also, Al explores why a few stars might turn their head towards East Lansing following yesterday. Then, the rest of the show is a story of one man's inspiring saga. Tommy Washington Jr., Lansing boxing great, shares his journey. Washington recounts his life, from his biggest boxing bouts and successes to a stint in prison. The one-of-a-kind interview covers then goes outside the ring, and Washington talks about his motivation and strength. The knockout interview finishes the show.

Episode 905

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