All-Star Athletes Who Are All-Star Dads

"Honestly, to this day I just sit there and stare at Leah," he told a newspaper in 2018. "I meet so many kids that pass away from this. I may have lost something I wanted so bad -- being in the NFL -- but I still have my daughter, and that's so much more important. Still started the Still String Foundation which helps families cover the costs of childhood cancer. He definitely wins Dad of the Century! 

Greg Anthony

Greg Anthony played basketball for the NBA for 11 seasons. He went on to become an NBA analyst for Turner Sports and went back and forth between his time in Miami and North Carolina. His son, Cole, plays basketball for the North Carolina Tar Heels. Even being states away, Anthony tries to make it to all of his son's games. 

"It's a sacrifice, but it's well worth the sacrifice to explore and experience the things that matter to your kids. It's great, too, because basketball has been important to me." Cole is quickly living up to his name! 

Rico Verhoeven

The Dutch kickboxer looks like a tough guy, but he's truly a huge softie! He's a Glory Heavyweight Champion who enjoys sharing his progress on his social media for his fans to check out. Along with some incredible workout videos and progress shots, he shares some softer glimpses into his life with his children. 

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.