PRO PLAYERS ASSOCIATION

DOUGLAS COUNTY FAIR & RODEO PARADE

Pro Players Association celebrities and their families marched in the Douglas County Fair & Rodeo Parade, Saturday, August 6, 2011 along Wilcox Street in Castle Rock. PPA participated in support of our sponsor Sandy Anderson 8z Real Estate. Dave Studdard, Mike Harris, Gary R. Adler, Storm Adler, Paul & Jackie Howard were among the celebrities marching and riding the float.

PPA DONATES TO FIGHT HUNGER

Pro Players Association donated approximately 180 bagged varieties of snack foods and several cases of food bars to the Douglas County Task Force Food Bank on August 3, 2011 in our effort to help fight hunger.

A member of the Douglas County Task Force accepts our donation of food in our effort to fight hunger, August 3, 2011. Photo by Blind Images 2011.

GRAND OPENING/OPEN HOUSE HELD TO SUPPORT DOUGLAS ELBERT HELPING HANDS

Sandy Anderson 8z Real Estate held a Grand Opening and Open House of their new office location at 200 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock on Friday, July 8th, 2011. The event featured our own Mike Harris - Music by Mike Mobile DJ, and Dave Studdard of the Pro Players Association was on hand to sign autographs. A BBQ offering food and drink was served. A silent auction was held presented by Mobile Memorabilia, the official collectible dealer of the Pro Players Association to benefit the Douglas Elbert Helping Hands. The group of area realtors gathers annually to provide home/property care assistance to the elderly and/or persons with disabilities in the Douglas/Elbert county regions of Colorado at no cost. They round-up several local sponsors to provide the required materials and the realtors provide volunteer community service to accomplish the tasks at hand.

 

CELEBRITY BARTENDER NIGHT for CHARITY

Pro Players Association's "Celebrity Bartender Night", was held Thursday, February 17, 2011, 7:30 pm – 2am at The Drink & The Mix, 1320 15th Street, Denver, CO.

Celebrities from sports, media and entertainment, along with some special guests, tended bar. All tips generated at the bar were donated to Colorado Youth in Music Benefits Academic Learning.

Bartenders included former Broncos Ron Egloff and TC Caldwell, former CU & Crush QB Bobby Pesavento, Arena Football Hall of Famers Myron Jefferson and Freddie Gayles, former NEWS4 Anchor Molly Hughes

An awesome evening was complete with music/video/lighting entertainment provided by DJ Vuu  for the dance floor. A Silent and Live Auction was held, and door prize giveaways were drawn throughout the event.

Thanks to our sponsors The Drink and The Mix, Shamrock Foods, Bacardi, Coors Light, Mobile Memorabilia, Steve Miller of American Auctions, LLC, Malcolm Farley Fine Art, and DJ Vuu.

 

PARTY WITH THE PROS 2010

Sun, 09/12 at 11:00 AM MDT Jaguars 

Boston's Pizza, Parker, CO

Sun, 10/3 at 11:00 AM MDT Titans

Cables Pub & Grill, Fort Morgan, CO

* KUDOS to Hertz Corporation for the use of a van to transport the celebrities and staff to Fort Morgan.

Sun, 10/10 at 11:00 AM MDT Ravens 

Pro Players Association Membership & Sponsor Pizza Party

Boston's, Parker, CO

 

NEW BICYCLES & HELMETS PRESENTED TO FOSTER KIDS

 

Timmy Smith former Redskin and Cowboy and his wife Bobbi present a bicycle and helmet to a foster child.  

   Mike Harris, Denver radio personality helps adjust a bicycle for one of the foster kids in Adams County.

Storm and Colorado Rapids Defender Kosuke Kimura hanging out at the Wheels of Success 2010 Event.

VOLUNTEERS HELD AUTOGRAPH SESSION at

"Celebrate Being A Kid" Program 

 Pro Players Association celebrities provided an autograph session for the Betty Ford Center "Celebrate Bing A Kid" program at the Doubletree Hotel, Aurora, CO on Sunday, April 18, 2010. The center's non-profit children’s program works with children ages 7-12 who come from addicted families. They offer a 4-day program once a month and subsequent weekend programs a couple of times a year. The program never turns children away due to a family’s inability to pay the program cost. They hope to build on the strengths of each child and help them identify safe people with whom they may share their thoughts and feelings. This event is something they hold for the children each year to celebrate being a kid, there are arts and crafts, lunch is included, there are great door prizes and giveaways and it is all free to the children and their families.Thanks to former Broncos Marvin Montgomery, Michael Ditchfield and Willie Oshodin for volunteering their time to participate at the event.

Former Bronco Willie Oshodin chats with one of the parents at the "Celebrate Being A Kid" autograph session.

Denver Bronco Cheerleaders signed autographs for the children at "Celebrate Being A Kid".

SUPER BOWL PARTY- FEBRUARY 7, 2010

THE SPORTSBOOK, 1434 BLAKE STREET, DENVER

Pro Players Association’s former NFL players and other celebrities got together for a Super Bowl Party at The Sports Book Sports Bar, 1434 Blake Street, Denver.

Pro Players Association celebrity athletes, entertainment, and media personalities were on-hand to mingle, sign autographs, chat about their careers, and enjoyed watching the Super Bowl with the crowd. A guest won an autographed Kyle Orton NFL football in a display case and several others participated in a Sports Trivia Challenge and won a variety of other prizes. A portion of the funds collected from the event will benefit the Food Bank of the Rockies.

Thanks go out to Val and Tito, and their staff for hosting the event!

 

Former Broncos Ron Egloff and Mike Harden present the Kyle Orton NFL football to it's winner Brian Proffitt at The Sports Book, Denver on Super Bowl Sunday, February 7, 2010 which benefitted the Food Bank of the Rockies.

ADAMS COUNTY FOSTER CHILDREN CHRISTMAS PARTY

"Gary I can not say Thank You enough for all you did to make the Foster Kids Christmas Party so special for those kiddos. You got so many wonderful people there and you took time to get pictures printed for them to sign and you showed up with your pal Storm. You made a wonderful occasion much more incredible Thank You! There are rewards awaiting you in heaven my friend"...Denise Carrillo, Adams County Foster Care

Pro Players Association presented a "Meet & Greet" autograph session for the foster children and their families on Friday, December 11, 2009. Pictured above from top to bottom: Former Broncos Mark Jackson, Willie Oshodin, MMA World Champ Jeff Ford, Rocky Mountain Roller Girls Red Dye and Whipity Pow.

 

TOYS FOR TOTS RAISES CASH AND BRINGS IN THE GOODIES!

 

Pro Players Association helped gather toys and cash for Toys or Tots USMC Campaign at Dirk's Sports Tavern in Littleton, CO, Friday, December 4, 2009.

 

 Pro Players Association members surround USMC Sgt. Travis Neuman and Santa Claus with Toys For Tots. Pictured left to right former Bronco Bill Harris, PPA President & CEO Gary R. Adler, PPA DJ Mike Harris, PPA Office Assistant Karen Opp, Mile High Sports Radio's Gil Whiteley.

 

 KYLE ORTON FOOTBALL GIVEAWAYS 2009

     

 

PIFLER'S HOSTED PARTY WITH THE PROS

Pro Players Association’s former Bronco players and other celebrities gathered at Pifler's Sports Tavern, Lakewood, for "Party With The Pros" Broncos Game Party, Sunday, November 15, 11AM, to benefit CYMBAL.
The celebrity athletes, entertainment, and media personalities were on-hand to mingle, sign autographs, chat about their careers, all while they enjoyed the football game with the crowd.
One lucky guest won an autographed, Kyle Orton NFL Football. Other giveaways for a variety of prizes also took place throughout the game. Funds from the event were collected to benefit CYMBAL - Colorado Youth in Music Benefit Academic Learning. The program provides the opportunity to at-risk and disadvantaged youth to learn music appreciation and how to play an instrument.These children are the ones who have been most affected by the budget cuts in the school system's low income areas. Local music professionals are volunteering their time and expertise to the program. Funds are needed to provide and maintain instruments, sheet music, equipment and supplies necessary for the program's success. Your generous donations were greatly appreciated.

Thanks to Garrett and all the staff at Pifler's for helping to make the event the success that it was!

For more information on CYMBAL, please visit our Umbrella Organizations page.

CELEBRITY BARTENDER NIGHT AT PASTA JAY'S - LONE TREE

The Military Family Fund benefit had a great turn-out of celebrity volunteer bartenders, September 17, 2009. Check out the great photos on Pasta Jay's web site.

 

 

HOT TIMES KOOL CARS

Pro Players Association showed it's support and presence at the Childrens Hospital Burn Center fund raiser at the Arvada Center on August 30th providing an autograph session to the crowds of spectators. Celebrity members former Pittsburgh Steeler/Tampa Bay Buc Dave Reavis, Arena Football Hall of Famer Myron Jefferson, former Denver Broncos Ron Egloff and Dave "Sarge" Preston autographed over 800 photographs.

 

 Former Denver Bronco Ron Egloff and Arena League Hall of Famer Myron Jefferson sign autographs at the Hot Times Kool Cars Childrens Hospital fund raiser, August 30, 2009.

Former Denver Bronco Dave "Sarge" Preston has fans lined up waiting on their personalized autographed photo at Hot Times Kool Cars.

COLORADO NATIONAL GUARD FAMILY FOUNDATION PRESENTATION

 

Pro Players Association in affiliation with America's Bar & Grill of Aurora present a check for funds raised during the Pro Players Association's 2008 Sunday Broncos Football Fundraiser held at America's on June 25, 2009. Back row left to right: America's Owner Andy Moreland, former Broncos Dave Studdard, Paul Howard, Ron Egloff and Willie Oshodin. Front row left to right: PPA President & CEO Gary R. Adler, America's General Manager Rick Moreland, Chaplain Colonel Andrew C. Meverden and Family Program Specialist Ijigale R. Beltran. Floor: PPA Official Mascot Storm J. Adler.

"KIDS ON TRACK COCKTAILS & CULINARY CREATIONS"

The crew from La Sandia presented their fine Mexican cuisine. 

Tiny Barge and the Big Chill rocked the night away.

PPA member Mike Harris lends a hand at the museum. 

Jerry and Bernie Stander ran the ticket window for the evening.

Lenora Kingston of Single Volunteers shared her bartending talents.

An awesome auction of 48 unique items was presented.

THE SERTOMA MILE HIGH SOAP BOX DERBY TAKES PLACE ON MAY 30 & 31 AT THE EUCLID SCHOOL, LITTLETON, CO

"A WINE AFFAIR"

Wednesday, May 13, 6:30pm - 10 pm

Purple Ginger Asian Fusion, Lakewood, CO

        

 

               

            

 

CELEBRITY BARTENDER NIGHT AT THE "VAULT"

Celebrities from sports, media and entertainment, along with some special guests, tended bar for tips that were donated to the Fetal Hope Foundation and Pro Players Association, both 501c3 charities.

The celebrities included former Broncos Dave Studdard, Mark Cooper, Willie Oshodin, AFL Hall of Famer Fred Gayles, Arena League’s Myron Jefferson, Bobby Pesavento (also former CU QB), MLB Hall of Fame Umpire Bob McCaslin, and media personality Mile High Sports Radio host Gil Whiteley.

An awesome evening was complete with musical entertainment presented by local radio DJ Mike Harris. A Silent Auction was held, and door prize giveaways were drawn throughout the evening. Some examples of the 30 great items included in the silent auction were: Fender Acoustic Guitar; Boxing and Kickboxing Lessons; Carmello Anthony autographed jersey and Colorado Avalanche team autographed hockey stick; Sun Mountain golf bag and custom driver.

Bobby Pesavento, former CU Buff and AFL QB, serves up a drink at Celebrity Bartender Night at the Blake Street Vault. Thanks to Bobby P for inviting all his CU buds!

Mile High Sports Radio personality Gil Whiteley (left) schmoozing with some guests at Celebrity Bartender Night, April 22, 2009.

Joe Foley (former Bronco Steve's brother), former Bronco Dave Studdard, and MLB Hall of Famer Bob McCaslin sharing stories over a brew at Celebrity Bartender Night.

Pro Players Association CEO Gary R. Adler (left) and Fetal Hope Foundation CEO Lonnie Somers (3rd from left) present an NFL Football autographed by all the celebrities who bartended to the owners of the Blake Street Vault, Tim Kilgannon and Kim Reuter in recognition of their support, assistance, and providing the establishment and staff services for use of the event.

FOOD BANK FUNDRAISER AT SUPER BOWL PARTY

"I'm turning Japanese. I think I'm turning Japanese. I really think so".

Pro Players Association's Super Bowl Party 2009 was a hit at Mikuni Japanese Restaurant and Sushi Bar. Celebrities and special guests enjoyed the "Monsters vs Aliens" commercials in 3D.
Photos by PPA ©2009

MONDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL 2008 DOOR PRIZE AWARDED

Paul Howard, former Bronco, Rich Read, jersey winner, Dave Studdard, former Bronco and Betty Burnside, owner of America's Sports Bar & Grill display the 2008 Monday Night Football Door Prize, a John Elway autographed and custom framed jersey, presented by Pro Players Association on Sunday, December 28, 2008. Photos by PPA ©2008

DIABETES FUN-RAISER AT AMERICA'S GRILL

Paul Howard, Ron Egloff, Dave Studdard and John Grant share some Bronco memories at America's Bar & Grill's diabetes fundraiser, Wednesday, September 10, 2008.

        

Aaron Smith, Louie Wright, Steve Haggerty and Billy Thompson hanging-out at the America's Bar & Grill fundraiser on September 10 in Aurora.

 

CELEBRITY BARTENDER NIGHT BROUGHT OUT THE TROOPS

U.S. Armed Forces Honor Guard proudly displays their colors at the Celebrity Bartender Night for Military Family Relief Fund, June 4, 2008 in Parker, CO.

Pro Players Association presented a Celebrity Bartender Night at Joe's Crab Shack, Parker, on Wednesday, June 4th at 7pm.

The event was held to benefit the Military Family Relief Fund. Funds raised will aid active-military families in all services of the armed forces to help defray the costs of food, housing, utilities, medical services, and other expenses. 

Celebrities from sports, media and entertainment, as well as some special guests, served up drinks for tips to benefit the charity. Celebrities who bartended were Mark Cooper, Paul Howard, Bobby Lashley, Marvin Montgomery, Ralph Tamm, Aaron Smith, Bob Mc Caslin, Jim Bob Rogers, Gil Whiteley, Colorado Mammoth Pete Jokicsh, and Parker Mayor David Casiano.

An awesome evening complete with a patriotic kick-off at the commencement of the evening with the presentation of the colors by the US Marine Corps, US Army, US Air Force, and US Navy Color Guards to the playing of each unit's Hymn and then our National Anthem. DJ Mike Harris was spinning the hits from 7pm - 8pm, and was followed by a LIVE musical performance by "Chase N The Dream", from 8pm - 10pm on the Car Toys/JBL "Aftershock" mobile concert stage. A Silent Auction was held, and door prizes were drawn throughout the evening.

A $20 cover charge was paid at the door which included a featured drink, event t-shirt and door prize entry. 

Last year, Pro Players Association collected hundreds of school supplies for military families which were then distributed by the Salvation Army.