Official Nspire Sports League Coverage

TalkAdmin said:

I do not know much about this NSL you guys are talking about. Care to elaborate?

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BigHulk said:

Is NSpire a new bodybuilding league or did NPC Change there name?

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TONEY FREEMAN FINDS NSPIRATION
BY JOINING NSPIRE SPORTS LEAGUE
Bodybuilding Icon to Compete in NSL and Serve as Brand Ambassador
Thursday, April 7, 2016- Los Angeles, CA--Three months into their inaugural season, Nspire Sports League (NSL) is pleased to announce that iconic bodybuilder and former IFBB icon competitor, Toney “The X-Man” Freeman is joining the new organization. Announced today NSL commissioner, Lee Thompson, Freeman will compete in the NSL’s pro league and also serve as a brand ambassador for the league at live events and across social media platforms.
Freeman is the most high profile and decorated bodybuilder to join the NSL since the league was formed in December of 2015. “The X-Man” has more than 70 professional shows on his resume, highlighted by placing 5-times in the Mr. Olympia competition, and 3-times at the Arnold Classic. Freeman first started competing as an amateur in 1989 before turning pro in 2002. Known for his “X-Frame” and classic bodybuilding style, Freeman became one of the sports visible stars for what he has accomplished as a competitor, his one-to-one mentoring of other athletes, and his on-going commitment of teaching high level total health and fitness to fans who seek out his services.
Thompson said, “I have always respected Toney’s presence both on and off the stage. When we first created NSL, Toney was someone we wanted to compete under our banner because he embodies our goals and values. His exuberant personality transcends the fitness community and he is a proven problem solver whose unlimited resources will only further attract competitors and fans to the events and competitions that we are putting on.”
Freeman “I reached a crossroad in my life and decided that it was time for a change. After much thought, prayer, and discussions with my family, I have decided to control my brand in an environment that supports a shared economy with the athlete. With the NSL, I will have a platform where I will be able to advocate for my personal interests and focus on the passion that I have for the sport. Like Jackie Robinson, I’m being a trailblazer for the athletes, fans—the entire sport!"
With 2-3 North American events per month, the NSL is built on the principles that have been lacking in the bodybuilding world and competing organizations: Equality, Opportunity and Transparency. This foundation provides stability for athletes to compete in fair competitions that feature competitive divisions and class that align with their goals. The NSL’s format allows fans to get the best in class the fitness world has to offer against the backdrop of an organization that supports their competitors and the demands they put on their body.

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In case you were sleeping under a Rock, Veteran Pro Bodybuilder- 50 year old, Toney Freeman has chosen to change the direction of his Pro Career and future by effectively leaving the IFBB for what he believes will be "Greener Pastures."

I spoke with the XMan at length the other day as he trecked across the country from Atlanta to LA to meet with a guy from Shark Tank and his brother who owns the Talent Agency associated with the upstart fitness organization NSL that has promoted 2 amateur contests in hopes of one day developing its own Pro Division.
Toney expressed that founder, former, NPC State Chairman, Lee Thompson was responsible for the introduction and stated, he no longer had the desire to carry on competing in the IFBB and being ignored after placing 4th out of 8 in Levrone Classic then last a week later at Arnold Classic. He seemed frustrated and ignored by the Judges to the degree that he needed to make a "Change" and get a fresh start. What the former National Champion failed to disclose to the fans is the fact that he Tore his Hamstring prior to competing in these early shows this year and the fact he's 50 years old competing against younger guys and that his time on stage competing against these guys may have passed.

Every athlete will come to a point in their careers where tough decisions will need to be made as they transition off the stage. Toney, who's very bitter about his last few placings has decided he needed a fresh start, a career change and has chosen to Retire from Competition effective Immediately.
In an interesting twist, NSL has stated Toney will be Competing?
Not sure against whom but Toney was adamant his Health was his primary concern and that he no longer wanted to be the "Old Guy" onstage.
News Flash!!!!!

When you sign a Contract, Read the Fine Print!!!!!!

Toney is quoted fancying what he is doing is akin to what Baseball Great Jackie Robinson did for Major League Baseball:

It should be interesting to see how his 2nd career evolves with his new status in the NSL which has yet to be explained or disclosed but apparently someone is writing him a 6 Figure Check to do whatever it is they want him to do. What's puzzling is the fact that Toney couldn't explain exactly what that is or would be writing the Check??

Toney has interviewed many times with us and most recently two weeks ago, shared his expertise with the fans of the sport participating in my California Muscle & Fitness

What are your thoughts?

We wish him well from Team MD in his new endeavor.

Strength & Honor!

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Joe Pietaro said:

Great move by both. Freeman was getting fucked since criticizing the IFBB judging (no shock, as that his par for the course) and Thompson has a vet who has been respected for decades. Hopefully Freeman can get more names to follow.

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underbody said:

Joe Pietaro said:

Great move by both. Freeman was getting fucked since criticizing the IFBB judging (no shock, as that his par for the course) and Thompson has a vet who has been respected for decades. Hopefully Freeman can get more names to follow.

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Joe you speaks about generation Iron interview of toney freeman?

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