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October 13, 2009
The preseason is going so well right now. I'm getting a chance to bond with my teammates, both young and old, and I'm so happy to be back at it. I’m looking forward to having a great year this season. I also had a great time at Mrs. Pollin’s ‘Bike for the Heart’ event, as well as seeing so many supporters come out and support a great cause. I thought it was great bringing awareness to heart disease. Take care and I look forward to seeing you on Opening Night at Verizon Center. It will be a Happy Halloween.
September 15, 2009
I'm so excited to be starting this season. After going to China and having that experience being around Big Wes Unseld and sharing those moments, I'm so grateful for that opportunity. The culture was so different, but great at the same time. There are so many people over there, it’s amazing. Also I had a back to school event that was unreal. My mom hosted the event along with many family and loved ones. Thank you guys for the support!
July 27, 2009
Well, the summer has been going really well. I’m working out very, very hard. I just returned from Connecticut where I received the Role Model of the Year Award, and my own day in Middlesex County. That was unreal! I was really at a loss for words, and very emotional. I came to tears. Go UConn. Then to top that I returned to Washington, my new home, and hosted my first Bike Brigade in DC. The turnout was great. We had the Wizards family there, DTLR, Suite 202, Walmart, and so many other groups helping and making sure it went well. Thanks for all of the support! I can't wait until next time. Take care. – CB
June 17, 2009
This summer has been great. I had a day of service on my day in Racine - Caron Butler Day - and also had an opportunity to meet with all of the leaders in the community to discuss how can we better the area, and to get my thoughts on how I can help. We helped packed food at the United Way, and visited a homeless shelter where I donate dinners on holidays. We also visted a healthcare place where people without insurance go and are treated on a regular basis. To top the week off I had a basketball game with some of the best talent in the Midwest area. My Wizards family, Big Tigger represented. Dwyane Wade did his thing, and I still managed to work out everyday while I was home in Wisconsin. Next year will be the best year of my career. Watch out, DC. Love…Tuff Juice
February 27, 2009
It was great to see the 3D winners at our last game and reward them for participating in the recent contest. On the court, the young guys have been doing a great job of working hard. They’re coming along. Thanks so much for the support all season long. See you at Verizon Center.
January 22, 2009
I had a great time with the community over the last month with my 2nd Annual Caron Butler Classic, featuring six teams of the top High School talent in the area, and also with my Coats for Kids drive. So many fans brought coats, and that helped out so much. The 3Ds to Succeed program continues to be real inspiring too. Congrats again to all of the winners. Thanks as always for your support.
December 18, 2008
Happy holidays Wizards fans. I want to thank you for all of the support. We are really grateful to you guys. Christmas is near, and some of the things I've been up to personally involves that spirit of giving. I’ve been having giveaways, including a huge bike giveaway today. We gave 264 bikes to kids, and I really enjoyed it. I visited a Boys and Girls club in Southeast DC to share the spirit of Christmas. Thanks again for the support. I can't wait to see you again at Verizon Center. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
December 11, 2008
What's up Wizards fans? It was so great to get that win against Detroit this week. I was so happy to get a win, and I really believe that we’re moving in the right direction now. The trade yesterday was tough because it’s always a sad thing to see two good guys leaving town, and Antonio Daniels and Dee Brown are two of the best. We just have to make the best of it and continue to be positive. We have another big game tonight against Boston, so stay tuned. Thanks for the support! Peace.
November 13, 2008
What's up DC! I am feeling great after that huge win last night -- hopefully we can build on that and continue to move forward. Thanks for all of the support and I can't wait to see you at the Verizon Center.
October 28, 2008
Where do I began? I’m just so excited about
this season. Yesterday’s “Meet the Wizards”
party at the Newseum was great. You guys – our
season ticketholders -- were there rooting us along
and it was just great feeling…that vibe and
seeing the faces of our loyal fans. Please come out
and enjoy the show tomorrow night. DC -- Stand Up.
There’s going to be a Black-Out!!!!!!
October 20, 2008
I truly enjoyed myself in Europe. The trip was great
for our team to get away and bond as much as we did.
We were able to bring our family on the trip and everybody
got a chance to bond a lot more. The fans accepted
us with open arms. There was truly a wide Wizards
fan base in Europe, and they’re so into the
game. It was great to experience that. We also got
a chance to view the cities and the history of the
historic places in Barcelona, Spain and Berlin, Germany.
Thanks for the support. I can't wait to see you guys
this season. Go Obama!!!!!!!!!!!!!
October 7, 2008
My trip to Africa was awesome. I had the time of my
life meeting different people and forming bonds with
so many other players around the NBA. I'm really glad
that we got through Training Camp without any serious
injuries. The guys are looking good, especially the
young guys. They are really looking great, and I personally
just can't wait to get started. See you at Verizon.
Stand up, DC.
September 8, 2008
I'm so excited to be getting ready for preseason
to get started and I look foward to this year being
a great season. I just returned from my trip to Africa
and I learned so much about the culture and history
of the people in South Africa, it was a life changing
experience. I'm so glad to have all of us healthy
and together -- watch out east.
August 4, 2008
I’ve really enjoyed my summer so far. I hosted
my first ever 3D summer explosion. It was really something
special to see all of the people we brought together
for some great causes. We had a skating party, and
at the “Cops ‘n Kids” center I got
the chance to remodel the rooms and bought computers
and books. It was special to be able to do that. I
truly enjoyed the bike giveaway as usual, and my family
time with all of my loved ones was unbelievable. We
also hosted two basketball camps this summer in the
local area, and the turnout was great. We had a great
time. Thanks D.M.V.
May 6, 2008
What's up, Wizards fans? This is your man -- Tough
Juice. The season's over now, too soon of course,
but we had an unbelievable playoff run. The time we
spent battling together and seeing the guys improve
on both ends of the floor was special. We stayed strong
mentally and physically throughout this season, and
that's something to be proud of. Our fans were off
the radar too...the 'white out' at Verizon Center
in the playoffs was insane. It was a great environment
for the game of basketball and I just can't wait for
next year to get back at it. Thanks again for all
of the support and I can't wait to see you guys again
next year.
April 18, 2008
What's up Wizards fans? I'm feeling much better now...we
know who we are playing, we know when we are playing,
and my knee is getting a lot better, so now we just
have to go to work. We are familiar with our opponent.
They have beaten us pretty good over the last couple
of years, so it's a great time to get our core guys
back to help get us over that hump. It's going to
be fun.
April 3, 2008
It feels great to be back from our last road trip
to the West Coast. From here on, it's just one-game
trips and home games. The excitement of the playoffs
is near and having Gilbert back gives us a huge lift.
We were finally getting close to being whole again,
but now we just need Antawn to get back soon. We still
feel like we'll be real dangerous come playoff time
when we're all out there together. Stay tuned. Take
care, and God bless.
March 26, 2008
I'm feeling much better now after battling back from
a couple of injuries. It's tough to sit and watch
your teammates play without you, but we marked my
return with a huge performance and a win against the
Cavs on my birthday. After a game like that, the party
had to be a hit, and it was. We had a good night.
I was extremely proud of my teammates though while
I was out. They held down the fort. D-Steve played
great ball, Antonio was a great leader, and obviously
'Twan, Roger and the other guys played big minutes
and performed as usual. We are really going to need
everybody come playoff time, so it was good for everyone
to have that experience. We just headed out West and
picked up a few wins, but we need to continue to build
on this wonderful season. Thanks for being there with
us, and thanks for reading. God Bless.
February 19, 2008
I'm back from New Orleans, and I really had a great
time at All-Star Weekend. The league put on a great
show. It was one of the best I ever been a part of...going
to the celebrity game and seeing Terrell Owens dunking...seeing
Snoop Dogg perform live at the Players Association
party...and to top the weekend off, Superman Dwight
Howard put on one of the best shows ever in the dunk
contest. I truly had a great time down there, and
it was extra special because I was there with my family,
my Wizards family, and Antawn. Congrats to Antawn
Jamison and the East team for winning the game!
January 31, 2008
Wow...I'm going to the All-Star game for the second
year in a row. It's truly a blessing. First and foremost,
I want to thank the fans so much for supporting me
through everything since the minute I got here. I've
been accepted with open arms by the fans and by the
whole Wizards organization. A big thanks for everything!
I'm truly honored to represent you all at the All-Star
game. Our team has been playing real good basketball
lately. The guys are really elevatiing their games
to new heights. Personally, I'm just trying to get
back on the court at 100%. I've been nursing a hip
strain, but I know I will be back at full strength
sooner than later. That's it for now. I just can't
wait to go to New Orleans. Once again, thanks for
all of the love and support!
January 7, 2008
One my biggest events last month happened back in
Racine, WI -- my hometown. I gave out 300 turkeys
at the Bray Center out there. Obviously I wasn't there,
but my family was there. It was an awesome event,
as was the bike giveaway that I had here at The Salvation
Army. I usually give out a lot of bikes every year,
but this was the first time bringing it here to The
District. The kids loved the bikes. One hundred kids
and families walked away with a huge smile, so it
was great for me to see that. As for my Xmas, I just
enjoyed spending it with my family. My 3-year-old
now understands what Christmas is, so it makes it
really fun. I also sponsored a coat giveaway in which
the fans brought coats to the game. They came with
so many coats. It was really a great turnout. On the
court, the team is doing great. We are playing inspired
basketball -- but we have to keep it up. Until next
time...peace.
December 2, 2007
My Thanksgiving was great. My mom and my wife's grandmother
were here, and my little brother came from college.
It was real nice to have them. I also just had the
opportunity to meet the winners of the 3D competition
and see how they apply the D's in their everyday life.
That really touched me. As for the Wizards, Earl Monroe's
jersey was just retired. It was a great night to be
a part of. He was a player that I always liked, so
it was a real honor to meet him. Off the court, I
can't wait for Xmas with the family. We're going to
buy a tree today.
Enjoy the Caron Butler Basketball Classis at Coolidge High.
Rest in peace Sean Taylor.
I'm out.
November 7, 2007
The preseason was great because of what we saw from
the rookies -- Nick, Dom and Pesh. They had a great
training camp and a good preseason. They played quality
minutes, and we really saw a lot of great things from
them. It's something for them to build on. As for
the season, we got off to a slow start, but we will
be fine. The guys are really just beginning to find
their flow, and it's coming along slowly but surely.
Practice continues to be intense, so that's a good
sign. Until next time...peace.
October 15, 2007
Camp has really been great this year. I've had a great
time bonding with the new fellas and building a growing
chemistry with the old ones. The best thing about
camp is watching the young fellas grow up and mature
on the fly. Nick (Nick Young), Dom (Dominic McGuire),
Pesh (Oleksiy Pecherov) and Dre (Andray Blatche) are
all becoming men fast and learning the speed and tempo
of the NBA. It's been fun. Until next time -- Holla.
October 8, 2007
OK...this is what I did this summer. It started off
with a lot of rehabbing from my hand injury. When
I got to 100%, then I began to focus in on my community
work. First, I went to visit a reading center called
Cops-N-Kids in my home town of Racine. After that,
I had my 2nd annual bike giveaway. With Walmart's
support, we gave away 500 bikes in the Racine inner
city. They even rewarded me with my own day -- June
8th in Racine was officially Caron Butler Day. I was
also the Parade Marshal in the July 4th parade. The
NBA gave me the Community Assist Award in August,
and we donated the $5000 to the Cops-N-Kids learning
center.
We had some fun in Racine too. When I was there in June, I threw a big graduation party for my little brother. It featured Little Scrappy and 1,000 people showed up. For Racine, it was easily the best party the city had ever seen because there was no violence. It should always be that way.
I was back there again in September, and I just got back from giving away 750 coats in Racine at a middle school called Gilmore. It was my second coat giveaway in the program -- Caron's Coats for Kids.
What else? I went to see Bernard Hopkins fight Winky Wright in Las Vegas. I went to Puerto Rico with my wife, and Disney too, so it was a great summer.