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Ex Cleveland Browns Mike Teifke Tells What he is Passionate About

Fri, 01 Jul 2011 02:24:12 +0100

As an athlete growing up in Maumee, Ohio, a suburb of Toledo, Ohio,, Mike Teifke was inspired by football greats Jim Brown and Lou Groza of the Cleveland Browns. He saw many great players play on the field of the historic Cleveland Municipal Stadium and saw many Championships won. His dream of playing for his team and on his field of dreams happened on October 11, 1987. On this day his dream was made into a reality.

Having one’s dream become a reality is a hard act to follow. To achieve one’s goals in life is not only unheard of in this day and age, but it is a hard thing to come by. It takes dedication and perseverance in order to achieve any great feat. So, is football the only thing that motivates Michael Teifke? Can that be the only thing he is passionate about? This aspiring writer wanted to know.

I had the opportunity to sit down with Mike Teifke and asked him some questions about his life since his Professional football career in 1987 for the Seattle Seahawks and the Cleveland Browns. I was not one that had an athletic background, unless you count marching band, so it made me wonder about that side of the spectrum. The athletic realm.

So, what makes Mike Teifke tick? What is his motivation? What is he truly passionate about??? Helping people.

“We are all here to help one another in some way. Helping is the common thread that weaves through every person’s actual purposes and actions. Helping people. Making them better; improving their lives. That is what it’s all about. If our society would realize that it’s not a weakness to help others or to ask for help when needed, it is a strength, then imagine what we could create. It is a gift to be able to give and receive help when needed and it is a gift that we as a society need to embrace.” said Mike Teifke.

Makes you think.

Former Cleveland Browns Player Mike Teifke gives advice to aspiring young athletes

Fri, 01 Jul 2011 02:31:41 +0100

As an athlete growing up in Maumee, Ohio, a suburb of Toledo, Ohio, Mike Teifke was inspired by football greats Jim Brown and Lou Groza of the Cleveland Browns. He saw many great players play on the field of the historic Cleveland Municipal Stadium and saw many Championships won. His dream of playing for his team and on his field of dreams happened on October 11, 1987. On this day his dream was made into a reality.

The times have changed and so has the culture. Many star athletes have succumbed to the pressures of the society and the role models of the past have fallen away to be replaced by drugs, violence and other illegal activities. It is a new day and one that young athletes need to be watchful of.

In an interview with ex Seattle Seahawks and Cleveland Browns player Michael Teifke was asked what advice he could give young aspiring athletes to help them pursue their dreams.

“The most important thing is to stay drug free. This is crucial in being able to keep your focus. When an athlete comes under the influence of drugs or other unhealthy influences, they truly cannot perform at their best and their athletic abilities will suffer.” said Mike Teifke. When asked what other things can an athlete do in order to maintain their abilities, Mike Teifke said, “In order to obtain your dreams you need to take care of yourself. Eating well and training hard is only half the battle. In order for you to truly succeed, you need to make sure to surround yourself with people that have a positive influence on you and who will support you throughout your pursuit of your dreams.”

In this hard edge world we live in, better advice could not be given.

Former Cleveland Browns Mike Teifke Achieving his Dream

Fri, 01 Jul 2011 01:48:42 +0100

The date was October 11, 1987. It was a beautiful, crisp October day at Cleveland Municipal Stadium on the shores of Lake Erie. It wasn’t just like any other day. It was special; it had significance. This day was one that would make dreams come true and one that Michael Edward Teifke will cherish as one of his most priceless memories. This was the day that Mike Teifke stepped onto this historic field and played for the Cleveland Browns.

Growing up in Maumee, Ohio, a suburb of Toledo, Ohio, the young Mike Teifke had dreams of playing for the Cleveland Browns. As a kid he watched many famous players play on that field and many make their mark in football history. Championships were won in that stadium and Mike had dreams of following in their footsteps. Players such as Hall of Famers Jim Brown and Lou Groza were an inspiration to him and fueled his pursuits in later years. Now, it was his turn.

As the anticipation mounted, Mike Teifke, wearing #50, began his climb from the historic locker rooms beneath Cleveland Municipal Stadium onto the field. He could feel the energy in the air. The darkness cleared at the end of the tunnel and as he looked to the stands he saw tens of thousands of loyal Browns fans cheering his team to victory. As he ran onto the field with his teammates, he was filled with pure joy and knew that he had made his dream come true. Mike Teifke was finally home.