'Today, with respect for an unparalleled legacy, the Academy will retire the 'Mamba' in the Mamba Sports Academy name — to raise it to the rafters, where it belongs,' the academy said on Tuesday
"Sports Academy’s mission remains unchanged," the company's statement continued. "Sports Academy is still here to transform the way each of us approach human performance.""Sports Academy is still here to support current professionals and guide the next generation of athletes," the company added. "Sports Academy is still here to provide an integrated and full-circle approach to training. And, above all else, Sports Academy is still here for you.
In an interview with ESPN, Sports Academy CEO Chad Faulkner — who founded the company in 2016 — said they were fortunate to learn from Bryant during their 14-month partnership. RELATED VIDEO: Kobe Bryant ‘Was Focused on Changing Kids’ Lives,’ Says Friend and Collaborator/Writing Partner Wesley KingThe Undefeated
. "And with that as we carry on as the Sports Academy, it's more appropriate to put Kobe in another Hall of Fame, if you will, and to really respect a legacy that is really unrivaled, frankly, and let that live on its own. We will continue to do the work we do. "We were fortunate to learn from Kobe," he added. "We will carry on much of those learnings that we have in a respectful way."
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