Emmy Winning Sportscaster Visits Local School

Students of the were paid a visit from Emmy Award-winning sportscaster Len Berman earlier this week, according to school officials.

He spoke about his two books, "The 25 Greatest Moments in Sports" and "The 25 Greatest Baseball Players of All Time." Students, in turn, presented him with a plaque and were able to ask the famous sportscaster questions.

SLCD is a not-for-profit education institution providing services to over 400 students with language and autism spectrum disorders ages 3-12.

Berman's visit provided a forum to students to demonstrate their own interest in sports, according to the school, and encouraged them to strive for their greatest moment:

“The students were excited and enthusiastic to discuss sports with Mr. Berman,” said Karen Katzman, principal of the school. “Whether you are seven feet tall like Wilt Chamberlain, or only 14 years old like Nadia Comaneci, you are capable of accelerating in a sport and being forever remembered.”

In addition to sharing his opinions on the greatest moments in sports, Berman inspired the students to read and be involved in sports education.

“The kids are terrific. They're kids! They love Derek Jeter and they love their sports. They can't believe I've met some of these athletes,” he said. “They're inquisitive and they asked good questions. It was fun. I hope they got something out of it. I certainly did.”