Relive Steve Gleason’s powerful speech at the 2024 ESPY Awards

Although he wasn’t an ice hockey player, he was an athlete. So, here’s a transcript of Gleason’s 4-minute acceptance speech for the Arthur Ashe Award, which is considered the most prestigious at the ESPYs and is presented to athletes who “reflect the spirit of Arthur Ashe and possess strength, courage and willingness to stand up for their beliefs in the face of adversity.” More…