Identity

The Players’ Tribune is a new media company that provides athletes with a platform to connect directly with their fans, in their own words. Founded by Derek Jeter, The Players’ Tribune publishes first-person articles from athletes, providing unique insight into the daily sports conversation. Through impactful and powerful long- and short-form articles, video series and podcasts, The Players’ Tribune brings fans closer than ever to the games they love.

ALL STORIES

Ramadan in Quarantine

I absolutely love being a Muslim. I love everything about it.

Why I Fast

I am reminded of what Ramadan is really about. It’s about family, it’s about unity, and it’s about being together.

Hockey Is Not for Everyone

Hockey is not unique. It has the same problems that plague our whole world.

My Mom Still Braids My Hair

So, my mom … I truly believe that she was put on this earth for me.

No L’s, Only Lessons

Everything I need to prove is going to be done on the football field, not by feeling sorry for myself.

The Legend of Michael Jordan

“A legacy is built by more than what is seen. It is given, not earned.” This is the legend of Michael Jordan.

"For Me, Depression Is Fake Happiness"

The plane incident in Miami? It’s on me. I own that.

The Only Way Is Through

There are no secrets to success. If you put in the work, your time will come.

Survivor

I’m Oksana, and I survived.

My Life Is an Open Book

I have played for Chelsea for more than six years now, and I can honestly say that I am very happy here.

The Truth Was Way Worse

I’m 37 now, a grown-ass man. So I can take all the jokes. People can say whatever they want. I’ll live.

The Only Way Is Through

No matter what happens, through the good and the bad, you can always control what you do next. How you react to adversity.