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DWYANE WADE
  Greta Gumness Deveney, Sean. "D-Wade's new nickname: Team Savior." __ Sporting News __ 231.47 (19 Nov. 2007): 50-51. __ MasterFILE Premier __. EBSCO. [Bloomer], [WI]. 8 Mar. 2009 "Team Savior" is an understate for D-Wade. He is the go-to guy when the game gets messy. Now that he is hurt on the bench Miami needs to make up for lost leadership. The longer he is out, the longer the Miami team will suffer. I believe this article shows Wade's undeniable talent for leadership. He is leader of Miami no question. Every team needs someone to set an example and carry the team. That job belongs to Dwyane Wade. Now that he is out of the picture, the heat is being put on the other players to step up and take control. Deveney, Sean. "Joint of concern." __ Sporting News __ 231.17 (23 Apr. 2007): 14-16. __ MasterFILE Premier __. EBSCO. [BLoomer], [WI]. 8 Mar. 2009 This article discusses the shoulder injury of Miami Heat's Dwyane Wade. Wade's high pain tolerance gives him the ability to play with his soar shoulder. Shaquille O' Neil has had to step up since the absence of Wade, but now that he's almost back most teams are nervous to play Miami not knowing what they will bring to the court. I like this article because it displays Wade's physical and mental toughness. Being realistic about his future and his recoveries Wade is physical and mentally preparing for what is to come. He has set himself achievable goals that are helping him work harder everyday. I believe being realistic is a great skill for setting goals for yourself. "Dwyane Wade Could Lead His Team to an NBA Crown." May 28, 2005. Voice of America. 8 Mar 2009 .

Being the main focus of the Miami team, Dwyane Wade has earned respect from his teammates and colleagues from his outstanding talents on the court. Modest as he is he gives all the glory to God. Thanking him for blessing him with his talents. Each year Dwyane gives his home town church in Illinois ten percent of his 2.6 million dollar salary. He plans on doing some modeling at the end of the season for Sean Jean Clothing. "He's fearless," said Damon Jones. "He's very aggressive on both ends of the floor. And I think what ties it all together and makes him a complete basketball player is his humbleness and the way he goes about his job. He never boasts or brags about any of his accomplishments. And that's what makes him 'The Flash'. " To find a modest all star NBA player today is rar, but with Dwyane it is a way of life. To earn respect you must give it. You take what you get and you use it to the best of your God give abilities. "Dwyane Wade flies again." __ Men's Health (10544836) __ 24.1 (Jan. 2009): 45-47. __ MasterFILE Premier __. EBSCO. [Bloomer], [WI]. 8 Mar. 2009 This article talks about Dwyane Wade's transition from lead player to the team motivator. It also talks about Wade's steps to recovering from some of the toughest setbacks. Which include: Remain Relevant, Fill a Need, Embrace Challenges, Push Yourself, Seek Inspiration, and Recover the Right Way. I find Wade's tips extremely helpful. Each of them are easy to follow and clearly stated. Wade used his steps to help himself recover from his recent shoulder and knee injury. Throughout the healing process, Dwyane has pushed himself to new heights. He is constantly proving himself and setting new standards for the rest of the league. His perseverance is one to be modeled. "Dwyane Wade has Heat Rising." March 4, 2009. Official Site of Dwyane Wade. 8 Mar 2009 < 159-rejuvenated-dwyane-wade-has-heat-rising.html>. 1-latest-news news www.dwyanewade3.com>

This article discusses Dwyane Wade's growth in the leadership role of the Miami Heat. Dwyane learned a lot of his leadership tactics from playing with Kobe Bryant and LeBron James on the 2009 U.S. Olympic Team and is now using them on his own team in Miami. I really like this article because it shows Dwyane's willingness to learn new things and utilize the new skills with his own team. I like the fact that he has taken the reigns of the Miami team and is teaching them the way it is supposed to be done. In the beginning of the season the team got together to get to know one another. Wade said right from the start the way that he, a veteran to the team, was expecting them to behave and cooperate. He demands respect and because of it he receives it, no questions asked. Ira Winderman. . "Wade hopeful rehab can save his season :[National Edition]. " __ National Post __ [Don Mills, Ont.] 6 Mar. 2007,S4. __ ProQuest Newsstand __. ProQuest. [Bloomer], [ WI]. 8 Mar. 2009 

This article discusses Dwyane Wades decision to start rehabilitation therapy instead of surgically repairing his shoulder. Wade hopes the therapy will allow him to join his team in the final games of the regular season. His trainers have informed him that it is possible to reinjure his shoulder, but that is a risk Wade is willing to take. I liked this article because it tells of Wades optimism through his tough decisions. He is going through therapy whole heartedly to ready himself to join his team for the end of the season games. His positive attitude has kept his confidence high and the confidence of his Physical Therapist.

Lawrence, Andrew. "MIAMI Heat." __ Sports Illustrated __ 109.16 (27 Oct. 2008): 126- 126. __ MasterFILE Premier __. EBSCO. [Bloomer], [WI]. 8 Mar. 2009 This article talks about Dwyane's determination to get healthy. Spending five days of the week in Tim Grover's gym, Wade is well on his way to getting his explosiveness back. It also talks about his recent NBA championship in 2006 and his gold medal in the Beijing Olympics All Star Team. The determination in Wade's eyes was evidence enough that Dwyane was more than ready to work. He is spending five hours a day five days a week in Tim Grover's gym. "Hard work is no obstacle," as said by Tim Grover (athletic trainer of Michael Jordan). I idolize the fact that Dwyane is always willing to work until his breaking point everyday. Lee, Michael. "For Wade, Turnaround Took a Show of Strength." __The Washington __ __Post __ January 2, 2009: 3.  This article talks about wades drive to get healthy. After his injuries, Wade faced trials on and off the court. On the court his teammates looked to him to lead them and set an example for the new guys. Now off the court Wade is facing divorce with the mother of his two daughters. I like this article because it tells of Dwyane's trials and what he did to overcome them. After recently separating from his wife, Dwyane is being tested not only on the court but off as well. On the court, he is constantly looked up to by his teammates. "Every single day, from training camp, he's led the way. He's shown the young guys this is important, this is how we do things with the Miami Heat, here's what it means to be a professional." as said by coach Spoelstra of the Miami Heat. I think that statement by coach Spoelstra says it all.