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Meeting Hunter Henry

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Los Angeles Chargers tight end Hunter Henry came by the optometry practice. This was Hunter’s first visit to the office for an eye exam.

Hunter was a stud coming out of the University of Arkansas where he won the prestigious John Mackey Award in 2015 as the nations top tight end. He was drafted in the 2016 NFL draft as a potential future replacement for Antonio Gates. After a few seasons under his belt, the worst happened when Hunter suffered a torn ACL during the spring. More than likely it’s an injury that’s going to sideline him for the rest of this season.

Hunter is keeping his spirits high and is working hard to make a strong comeback. I want to wish Hunter the best on his return to the playing field. 

Facts about Hunter

  • Full name is Hunter Mark Henry.
  • 3x All-SEC.
  • 2015 John Mackey Award winner.
  • Drafted in the second round of the 2016 NFL draft.
  • 2016 PFWA All-Rookie Team.

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Meeting Moe Wagner

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Los Angeles Lakers 2018 first round draft pick Moe Wagner came to the Optometry Practice of Dr. Alex Corbin Liu. The seven foot center was there to get his eyes checked along with selecting personal eyewear.

Moe played his college ball at Michigan where he was a 2018 Second-team All-Big Ten. He had a good showing in the last Big Ten Tournament where he was named the tournaments MVP. Moe was very excited to be drafted by the Lakers and can’t wait to show his talents in L.A.

Moe is a very nice and polite kid. I want to wish him the best in his upcoming rookie season.

Facts about Moe

    • Full name is Victor Moritz Wagner.
    • Was born in Berlin, Germany.
    • Was the 25th overall pick in the 2018 NBA Draft.
    • 2018 Big Ten Tournament MVP.

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Meeting Pharoh Cooper

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Los Angeles Rams return specialist Pharoh Cooper stopped by the optometry practice. This was Pharoh’s second stop by the office in the last few months. This visit consisted of him picking up additional eyewear and doing a small meet and greet with patients.

Pharoh played his college ball at the University of South Carolina, also know around these parts as “the other USC.” He made a name for himself in 2014 and 2015 where he received All-SEC honors.

Last season Pharoh had his best year in an NFL uniform and was selected to the 2018 NFL Pro Bowl. I want to wish him the best in the upcoming NFL season.

Facts about Pharoh

  • Attended the University fo South Carolina.
  • Drafted in the fourth round of the 2016 NFL Draft.
  • 2x First-team All-SEC.
  • 2017 First-team All-Pro.

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Meeting Natrone Means

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Former San Diego Chargers great Natrone Means came by the Optometry Practice of Dr. Alex Corbin Liu. The former star running back was in town all the way from North Carolina for some obligations and decided to stop by the office for some new eyewear.

Dr. Liu and Natrone go back many years. They have both known each other since Natrone was still in an NFL uniform and has been getting his eyes checked by Dr. Liu for over a decade now. Natrone enjoyed the visit and will go back to North Carolina in style with some new eyewear.

Facts about Natrone

  • Full name is Natrone Jermaine Means.
  • Played college ball at North Carolina.
  • 1994 NFL Pro Bowl selection.
  • San Diego Chargers 50th anniversary team.

Meeting Dave Burba

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Former MLB pitcher Dave Burba came to San Bernardino with his Lancaster JetHawks for a series against the Inland Empire 66ers. Dave is currently the JetHawks pitching coach. I met him a number of times back when he was with another California League team, the Modesto Nuts, as pictured above.

I already had Dave sign plenty of items for me, but this time around I wanted to have him sign a bobblehead. As always, Dave was friendly and happy to sign my items.

This is now the oldest bobblehead that I own. It’s a 2001 Cleveland Indians stadium giveaway.