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CBC
07-05-2025
- Sport
- CBC
Jerome "Junkyard Dog" Williams talks about his book R.O.L.E. Player and recommends two inspiring books
Social Sharing The former NBA player and fan favourite talks about his debut memoir R.O.L.E. Player, transitioning from basketball to youth mentorship, and recommends two inspiring reads. When Jerome Williams was traded from the Detroit Pistons to the Toronto Raptors, he hopped in his car and drove overnight so he could be the first player at the Toronto Raptors practice the next day. That's the kind of work ethic that earned him the nickname "Junkyard Dog." During his time in Toronto, he was known as a tireless and tenacious player and a fan-favourite. Jerome's new autobiography R.O.L.E. Player shares lessons from his life both on and off the court. Williams joined Antonio Michael Downing on The Next Chapter about his new book and a couple of books that inspired him. Antonio Michael Downing: People always say sports is a metaphor for life, and in this case, basketball. Where do you think you would be without basketball in your life? Jerome Williams: I would be teaching and and doing something in some space where I can pour into someone else. That's the motivation I feel every day, every morning. I get up [and] I have to go do my Shooting for Peace program. I have to go down to this school and directly affect the life of someone who I do not know, because if someone would have done that for me, that would have meant the world. I have to go down to this school and directly affect the life of someone who I do not know, because if someone would have done that for me, that would have meant the world. When you have a platform, you're able to change a life like that because they're looking up to you. They see success, but they don't know the road to it. So if I can explain the road that I took, they can see themselves within that road. Man, we're winning as a society — the community benefits. Reading this book, it's clear also that that's because you had great role models. And so I want to talk about a couple of them. But let's start where it started. Tell us about your parents and and their influence on you. They had a tremendous influence on me — my mom, my dad. Tremendously hard workers. Both of them were living beyond their means. By that I mean they had pretty much maxed out a couple of their credit cards. And they did it in a way not to have things, but to have experiences. My parents made a very lasting impact in the lives of a lot of young people. My whole life was all about just seeing how hard they worked. They were either in the community, helping kids, going to church or making sure we were on vacation. I was winning as a kid, and the impact it had on me is — just today, I realized the impact that we all can have as adults. We have a voice, we have an impact. And my parents made a very lasting impact in the lives of a lot of young people. How do you raise your kids in a world like that to learn the values that you were taught? It's a tough road. The main thing I think is you got to make education the main thing that cannot be compromised. And there's different levels to it. One thing I did learn from my parents is that showing is caring, right? I had to figure out other jobs and other things that they could see me working at. Even if it's not a conversation, even if it's not, 'Let's sit down and talk.' You know, you only got 90 seconds. You know, kids are gonna do what you show them now, what you tell them. So you got [to] lead by example. I ultimately just embraced my role. I loved it. I didn't want to be Vince Carter. I didn't need to be Allen Iverson. These are my teammates. So you're just trying to be the best person you can be in your role. The 'three M's' are the most important: mission, method and measurable. Because in life, if I want to be an NBA All Star, that's my mission. Well, what's my method to get there and what are my measurables to see how I'm moving along the the path of that? The Soccer of Success by Ciarán McArdle The Soccer of Success looks at how the life skills and discipline learned from the world's favourite sport translate to other parts of life. Ciarán McArdle is the co-founder and director of XL Soccer World and runs a full-time private school for young soccer players. Jerome Williams says: This is all about like using the game of soccer. To pattern your life in a way that you become successful. And just like basketball, you got offence and defence and within the game of life, you have to know that there's hurdles along the way. Just like basketball, you got offence and defence and within the game of life, you have to know that there's hurdles along the way. - Jerome Williams Success is won on the field as well as off the field. And that's what I got from that book, right? It's on the field, you're going to be successful. But if you apply these things outside the field, you can be successful. The Science of Self-Discipline by Peter Hollins The Science of Self-Discipline is a roadmap on how to focus and execute to achieve goals. The book tasks readers with examining their cravings and exercise self-discipline. Jerome Williams says: This book explains that there's a science behind everything. One of the things that I look at the science of, is the power of words. I don't know too many players, unless you have a father that played in the NBA that can tell you, 'Oh, I know exactly what I was doing to make the NBA.' No, no, no, no, no. There was a science to it. There was something that you were doing, but you were also learning everything along the way as you go. You had to also listen to people who knew more than you about the game and who were giving you advice. - Jerome Williams But you had to also listen to people who knew more than you about the game and who were giving you advice. And hopefully that advice was driving you and delivering you results.
Yahoo
03-05-2025
- Yahoo
Hit-and-run suspect tracked down by his own iPhone alert after crash: FHP
The Brief A Leesburg man was arrested after fleeing a crash, thanks to his iPhone's automatic 911 call, the FHP said. The crash detection feature alerted troopers, who tracked and arrested Jerome Williams within minutes. Authorities are still investigating the cause of the crash. LEESBURG, Fla. - Jerome Williams is facing charges after allegedly fleeing the scene of a crash early Sunday morning on Sunnyside Drive in Leesburg. What we know According to the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP), Jerome Williams crashed into a retaining wall on someone's property and took off on foot. What led officers straight to him? His own iPhone, which automatically detected the crash and called 911. Troopers responded quickly and apprehended Williams not far from the scene. What we don't know The circumstances leading to the crash remain unclear. Authorities have not disclosed whether speed, impairment, or another factor caused Williams to lose control and hit the wall. It's also not known whether Williams was aware his phone had triggered an emergency alert. The backstory Apple introduced crash detection features in recent versions of the iPhone and Apple Watch, designed to automatically contact emergency services when a significant impact is detected. The system gives the user a brief window to cancel the alert — if not, it sends location and crash data to authorities. What they're saying The crash occurred early Sunday. Within seconds of the collision, the iPhone's crash detection system activated and dialed 911 after the user failed to respond. Troopers were dispatched immediately and quickly located Williams, who had fled on foot. "He took off running down the street, the cops caught him," said Yashia Lucien, who witnessed the crash. Kevin Drinan, a technology expert, explained, "It's turned on by default... if you do not respond to your watch or your phone, what happens is within 30 seconds, it'll actually dial emergency services for you." He was arrested at the scene, charged with hit-and-run involving property damage, and later released after posting bond. STAY CONNECTED WITH FOX 35 ORLANDO: Download the FOX Local app for breaking news alerts, the latest news headlines Download the FOX 35 Storm Team Weather app for weather alerts & radar Sign up for FOX 35's daily newsletter for the latest morning headlines FOX Local:Stream FOX 35 newscasts, FOX 35 News+, Central Florida Eats on your smart TV The Source This story was written based on information shared by the Florida Highway Patrol and Yashia Lucien, who witnessed the crash.
Pembrokeshire Herald
28-04-2025
- Sport
- Pembrokeshire Herald
Jerome Williams' late strike sends Tenby to historic cup final
Tenby 1 – Monkton Swifts 0 TENBY reached the West Wales Intermediate Cup final for the first time in their history with a dramatic 1-0 win over Monkton Swifts under the floodlights at Ogi Bridge Meadow on Friday evening. The breakthrough came late, in the 85th minute, when Jerome Williams rifled a superb shot into the roof of the net from a tight angle, sparking wild celebrations among the large Tenby crowd. The winning goal was the result of a well-worked move between the Williams brothers. Daryl Williams picked out his younger brother Jerome with a pinpoint pass, and the forward made no mistake, lashing home past Swifts' goalkeeper Taylor Gullam. It was a goal that encapsulated Tenby's attacking spirit, and it proved enough to settle what had been a tense, fiercely contested semi-final. For the Swifts, it was a bitter pill to swallow. Despite a strong performance, they could not find a way past Tenby's defence or goalkeeper Dylan Noot, who produced several important saves. Monkton came close, with Paul Miller's powerful header rattling the crossbar, and Gullam also pulling off key saves at the other end to keep his side in the game. The match was a tactical and physical battle on a slippery surface, with early chances for both teams. Joe Leahy saw a header and a shot narrowly miss for Tenby, while Dylan Davies impressed for the Swifts with a skilful run, only to be denied by a crucial block. Ben Steele tried his luck from distance for Monkton, and Miller's header was agonisingly close, but the breakthrough remained elusive. Jerome Williams had two headed opportunities in the first half, both of which went wide, while Tenby skipper Daniel Storer fired over the bar. Noot had to be sharp at the other end, denying Dylan Davies from a tight angle with a smart save. The second half continued in the same vein, with end-to-end action and both sides pushing for a breakthrough. Jerome Williams was denied brilliantly by Gullam, while substitute Jacob Hipkiss rattled the side-netting with a low shot. Tenby had loud appeals for a penalty turned away by referee Dave Morgan after another Williams effort was blocked in the box. As the clock ticked down, the tension grew, with several players struggling with cramp as the physical demands of the match took their toll. But with penalties looming, the Williams brothers combined for the decisive moment: Daryl's measured pass, Jerome's clinical finish, and Tenby's place in the final was secured. Led by manager Gareth Noot, Tenby's victory was a long-awaited reward for a season of hard work and determination. Monkton Swifts, who contributed fully to an enthralling semi-final, were left to reflect on a performance that deserved more. As the final whistle blew, Tenby's historic achievement was clear. They will now face Hakin United in an all-Pembrokeshire final, to be played at the Stadium in May.
