Before Roger Crawford inspired others on Center Stage he achieved phenomenal success on Center Court. Sports Illustrated has recognized Roger as "one of the most accomplished physically challenged athletes in the world". He has lived out the principles of perseverance, unshakable optimism, and overcoming adversity and eloquently communicates with audiences today. Roger's remarkable life story is a powerful example that . . .

"Challenges are inevitable, defeat is optional!"

Roger Crawford in the Media

He has been featured on Larry King Live, Good Morning America, CNBC, and many other prominent television programs. Roger's life was the basis for an Emmy award winning movie entitled (In a New Light). The print media has also acknowledged his amazing accomplishments and profiled him in publications such as, USA Today, Wall Street Journal, Men's Fitness, Fast Company, and Tennis Magazine. You may have read about Roger's football exploits in the original Chicken Soup for the Soul.
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National Speakers Association Hall of Fame

Roger has been inducted into the National Speakers Association Hall of Fame in recognition of his highly successful speaking career spanning two decades. As a member of the Hall of Fame for People with Disabilities he shares this prestigious distinction with fellow honorees such as Christopher Reeves, Helen Keller and Franklin Delano Roosevelt.

Turning the Pessimism of “I Can't” into the Unstoppable Power of “I Can!”

From Center Court To Center Stage

Roger Crawford knows about determination, optimism and defying the odds because he has lived it. His compelling story of becoming an NCAA Division I tennis champion communicates and demonstrates that adversity can be an inspirational, dynamic, and useful tool in our lives. Roger's life experience taught him, that achievement does not happen by averting challenges it is in embracing the inevitability of problems and becoming proficient at overcoming them.

Roger Crawford is a champion on and off the court. He is a once in a lifetime experience not to be missed!