Posts Tagged ‘sacramento kings’
Posted on February 3rd, 2012 by Alex
Happy Friday, everyone! This week, we’ve been focusing on the importance of eye health using the Kings VSP Vision Tips with our friends from the Sacramento Kings. We posted a Facebook poll on Tuesday asking fans when their last eye exam was, and we were very happy to see that 65% of poll participants have received an eye exam in the past year!
Receiving regular eye exams is a critical component of your health care routine. Learn more fun facts about eyecare by watching these silly Kings VSP Vision Tips today!
File under: eye exam, eye health, Fun, VSP Vision Tips | Tagged: eye health, eyecare, facebook, Grant Napear, Jerry Reynolds, sacramento kings, Videos, vision care, vision tips, VSP, VSP Video Tips, VSP Vision Tips
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Posted on November 4th, 2011 by David C
Tyreke Evans sports a vest on the USO tour
This past week, Tyreke Evans took a weeklong tour in Hawaii with the USO to show support for the troops. Tyreke joined seven other top names in basketball—Derrick Rose, D.J. Augustin, Al Horford, Robin Lopez, Brook Lopez, JaVale McGee, and Mike Miller—on the tour. Throughout the week, the stars led basketball clinics for children, toured military facilities, and played one-on-one with service members. The players also faced off in two intense games, with Tyreke scoring the winning point in one of them! I talked with Tyreke just after he returned and asked him a few questions about his experience.
Why did you get involved with the USO Hoops for Troops?
I got involved to support the troops and families who give up so much for the freedom we enjoy.
Tyreke jumps to make a shot during one of the USO games. Photo courtesy of the USO.
What was your favorite part of the trip?
I liked talking to the troops about their war experiences. Most of the guys I talked to were around my age.
How did you like playing in the basketball games while you were there?
It was an honor to perform for our troops.
I saw some pictures of the players trying on military gear. What were you doing?
We played a simulated game at the barracks. Brook Lopez put on the armor piercing suit and got bit by the attack dog like they do in training.
Did you get to meet anyone in particular that stood out?
One of the wives told me that I was her husband’s favorite player. I played basketball with their son at the kids’ clinic, and she said her husband was currently stationed overseas and would be happy to hear about this.
What was the overall experience like for you?
I was a baby when my brother, Doc, served in Desert Storm. This made me appreciate him even more now that I’m older and understand what these troops do for the love of our country.
Check out some more photos from the event below.
Tyreke gathers with troops and other players while in Hawaii. Photo courtesy of the USO.
Tyreke and other NBA stars hold a basketball clinic for children. Photo courtesy of the USO.
Tyreke and the other NBA players gather around a tank. Photo courtesy of the USO.
The children practice drills during a basketball clinic.
Tyreke signs autographs at one of the USO games.
For more information about the USO, to learn more about Hoops for Troops, or to see more photos of the tour, visit the USO homepage.
About Tyreke Evans and VSP Vision Care:
VSP Vision Care is proud to be the exclusive eyecare and eyewear provider for Tyreke Evans. Tyreke plays professional basketball for the Sacramento Kings and was named 2010 Rookie of the Year. He’s the fourth rookie ever to average 20 points, 5 assists and 5 rebounds per game. The only other players to accomplish this were Oscar Robertson, Michael Jordan and LeBron James. Not only is good vision a critical component for being successful in sports, it’s also an important part of every day life. Be sure to follow VSP Vision Care on Facebook and Twitter to keep up with Tyreke’s Activities.
File under: sports | Tagged: Al Horford, atlanta hawks, Brook Lopez, charlotte bobcats, Chicago bulls, D.J. Augustin, Derrick Rose, Hawaii, Hoops for Troops, JaVale McGee, miami heat, Mike Miller, military, MVP, NBA, new jersey nets, phoenix suns, Robin Lopez, Rookie of the Year, sacramento kings, Tyreke Evans, USO, Washington wizards
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Posted on October 25th, 2011 by David C
While you’re watching the 2011 World Series, keep this in mind: many professional baseball players have vision that is two times better than average. Of course that doesn’t apply for St. Luis Cardinals Pitcher Jason Motte, who is very nearsighted, but it applies to many others. Learn how baseball players, and many other athletes including NBA star Tyreke Evans, improve their sports vision in this Better Health article.
File under: sports | Tagged: 2011, baseball, basketball, blind, Jason Motte, MLB, NBA, nearsighted, Rookie of the Year, sacramento kings, Sports vision, St. Luis Cardinals, texas rangers, Tyreke Evans, world series
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Posted on June 24th, 2011 by Alex
VSP Vision Care, Positive Coaching Alliance, Chris Johnson Basketball Academy and Sacramento Kings star Tyreke Evans hit the court to host a free basketball camp for 200 underserved Sacramento students. The camp started yesterday and runs through today at the Dr. Ephraim Williams Family Life Center in Sacramento.
The young campers have been shooting hoops, participating in basketball drills and engaging in question-and-answer sessions with Tyreke. Campers who qualify for VSP’s charity program have also enjoyed a free eye exam performed by VSP Optometrists and glasses in the on-site VSP mobile eyecare clinic.
“Having good vision is critical both on the court and off,” said Evans. “This basketball camp has given me an opportunity to increase awareness about the importance of vision, while spending time with some of my most important fans, Sacramento kids.”
“My favorite part was getting to meet Tyreke because he answered one of my questions and he was really fun,” said 11-year-old Davante, who had the opportunity to play a round of the popular shooting game “knockout” with Evans on Thursday. “I kept thinking, ‘I hope Tyreke doesn’t get me out (in “knockout”),’ but he did!”
Healthy vision is essential to a child’s ability to learn and achieve their academic potential. Since vision problems can begin at an early age, children should receive regular comprehensive eye exams — at 6-months-old, 2-years-old, before kindergarten and every year following.
Follow the action on Twitter by following @VSPVisionCare and @theTyrekeEvans. Stay tuned to the VSP Facebook page to see video highlights from the Tyreke Evans and VSP Vision Care Basketball Camp. Plus, check out photos from the camp here.
File under: Fun, sports, Tyreke Evans | Tagged: Chris Johnson Basketball Academy, Dr. Ephraim Williams Family Life Center, Positive Coaching Alliance, sacramento kings, Tyreke Evans, Tyreke Evans Basketball Camp, VSP Vision Care
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Posted on June 14th, 2011 by Jace D.
Success in sports doesn’t rely solely on your athletic ability. NBA Star and Sacramento Kings player Tyreke Evans knows that in order to play your best, you have to see your best, and that means getting an annual eye exam. Evans stars in the second season of VSP EyeFiles video series, which you can watch on the on VSP’s Facebook page. The series offers parents fun and entertaining reminders to keep their children’s vision healthy and top of mind, while providing answers to a variety of eye health questions.
Don’t miss episode one, which focuses on sports vision. Share it with friends and family and enter our EyeFiles contest for your chance to win an Xbox 360 with KINECT and an autographed shoe worn by Tyreke during the filming of the video.
Stay tuned! New webisodes willl roll out every few weeks until the end of July.
File under: Fun, sports, Tyreke Evans | Tagged: basketball, contact lenses, eye exams, fun video, kid video, optometrist, sacramento kings, sports, sports eyewear, sports goggles, Tyreke Evans, vision care, VSP
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Posted on January 7th, 2011 by MaryBeth
MaryBeth R. is a member of VSP's Marketing Team and is an avid sports fan.
In this, my first blog post as VSP’s new sports blogger, I’d like to congratulate professional basketball player Tyreke Evans on an outstanding game last night in a nationally-televised game against the Denver Nuggets. Tyreke led the Sacramento Kings to a 122-102 victory and recorded a season-high 12 assists, one short of his career high.
So far, Tyreke is avoiding that so-called “sophomore slump.” He is second among all sophomores when totaling points (533), rebounds (145), and assists (168). Not bad, especially when you consider how high Tyreke set the bar last year averaging 20 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 assists a game and taking Rookie of the Year honors.
All of this makes me proud that VSP is Tyreke’s exclusive eyecare and eyewear provider. Watching Tyreke dish passes left and right with his teammates catching the ball in stride illustrates just how important vision is in sports.
Are you an athlete? Have your eyes checked once a year to make sure you’re getting the most out of your performance. Learn what you can expect in an eye exam here.
File under: eye exam, sports, Tyreke Evans | Tagged: 2010 Rookie of the year, basketball, Denver Nuggets, eye exam, Reke, sacramento kings, sports, Tyreke Evans
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Posted on December 30th, 2010 by Tyreke Evans
Tyreke Evans, 2010 Rookie of the Year
2010 has been a big year for me. As I think about the start of the new year, I’m reminded about the importance of setting goals and following dreams. Here are some of my resolutions for the upcoming year:
Appreciate the little things - I’m very blessed that I get to focus on playing basketball every day. It’s something I love to do. Sometimes we get going so fast, we don’t stop to appreciate the life we’ve been blessed with.
Good health - We all have health issues we deal with occasionally. My goal is to stay as healthy as possible in 2011.
Play hard - It takes a lot of dedication and hard work to play sports at this level. I’ve made a commitment to this game and will continue to give my best every single day.
Spend time with family - Family is important, and I plan to spend as much time with mine as I can in 2011.
And, of course, I will also be getting my annual eye exam to start the year off right. Vision is a very important part of my life, and I plan to take care of my eyes by visiting my VSP doctor. Make sure that’s something you include on your list of things to do in the new year.
Happy New Year to everyone.
Tyreke
File under: eye health, sports, Tyreke Evans | Tagged: 2010 Rookie of the year, basketball, eye exam, health, new years, new years resolution, Reke, sacramento kings, Tyreke Evans
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Posted on July 19th, 2010 by Tyreke Evans
File under: eye health, Eye Safety, Fun, sports, Tyreke Evans | Tagged: #RekeROY, 2010 Rookie of the year, athletes, eye health, Eye Safety, Reke, sacramento kings, Sports vision, Tyreke Evans, Tyrekes Court, VSP, VSP Vision Care
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Posted on June 3rd, 2010 by Lisa P.
File under: eye health, Frames & Lenses, sports, Tyreke Evans, VSP in the Community | Tagged: basketball, Comcast Sportsnet, LeBron James, Michael Jordan, Oscar Robertson, Rookie of the Year, sacramento kings, Team USA, Tyreke Evans, VSP Vision Care
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Posted on November 11th, 2009 by Melissa W.
TuDiabetes is a social network for people touched by diabetes. It currently nears 12,000 members, mainly patients and people who have a loved one with diabetes. This World Diabetes Day 2009 at 2 pm local time, they will host The Big Blue Test, a diabetes awareness activity through which thousands of people with diabetes will be testing their blood sugars together, exercise for 14 minutes, test again and share the whole experience. Watch KCRA interview. Read more »
File under: diabetes | Tagged: American Diabetes Association, Charles Best, diabetes awareness, Diabetes Awareness Month, Frederick Banting, insulin, sacramento kings, tudiabetes, Tyreke Evans, United Nations, WDD, World Diabetes Day, World Health Organization
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As an athlete, I know how important vision is so I partnered with VSP to create a website about eye safety for all my fans and athletes out there. The new site is called ”Tyreke’s Court” and has information on eye safety and eye health, specifically for people who play sports. Visit 
