Lamar Jackson's Quest: From NFL Glory to Horse Racing Royalty

From Touchdowns to Thoroughbreds: A Champion's New Steed

Greetings fellow Hyruleans! Or as they say in this realm hello sports fans! It's your Princess Zelda here reporting on a tale of ambition that rivals even Ganondorf's schemes. Lamar Jackson the Baltimore Ravens' star quarterback—a true hero in his own right—is not just chasing glory on the gridiron. Nay he's saddling up for a whole new adventure in the National Thoroughbred League (NTL) as the owner of the Maryland Colts! It seems this champion seeks to conquer new fields trading his football helmet for a stable of winners. He told CNBC that he wants to win a championship in both the National Football League and the NTL. 'Hyaa!' to that!

Colts of the Old and New: A Baltimore Legacy

Did you know that the 'Colts' moniker once belonged to a Super Bowl winning NFL team right here in Baltimore? It's like the Triforce of Power Wisdom and Courage all coming together! And now Lamar Jackson seeks to resurrect that legendary spirit with his own Maryland Colts. The NTL is a fascinating new concept where teams earn points based on the performance of their horses and jockeys. It's a bit like collecting Golden Skulltulas—the more you find the closer you are to victory! I wish him all the luck on this journey it certainly seems like this team could become legendary.

Joining the Pantheon: NFL Quarterbacks as Sports Moguls

Lamar Jackson isn't alone in his quest for sports ownership. He joins the ranks of legendary quarterbacks like Tom Brady Peyton Manning and Patrick Mahomes all of whom have stakes in various sports teams. It's as if they're all trying to collect the eight pieces of the Triforce—oops wrong game! But seriously it's inspiring to see these athletes using their success to invest in and support other sports.

More Than Just a Game: Investing with Purpose

Lamar Jackson is not just interested in making money. He's looking to make a difference. 'When we are looking to invest it has to be something meaningful. I have to see long term goals when I'm doing something,' he said. And that's a sentiment even the Great Deku Tree would approve of. He's focused on creating an impact and bringing new opportunities to the young people of Baltimore. It's like the Goddess Hylia herself guiding his hand!

A Community Day at Pimlico: Giving Back to Baltimore's Future

To kick off the NTL season Lamar Jackson hosted a community day at Pimlico Race Course inviting young people to learn about horse racing and careers in the industry. 'The reason I got involved in the NTL is I saw the vision. Giving back to the underprivileged this is a no brainer for me,' he said. It warms my Hylian heart to see such dedication to uplifting the next generation. He sees Baltimore's youth as the heroes of tomorrow in need of only a sword and shield (or maybe just a good education!)

Modernizing the Sport of Kings: A New Era for Horse Racing

The NTL is part of a larger effort to modernize horse racing and attract new fans. Tracks like Churchill Downs Pimlico and Belmont Park are all undergoing renovations to improve the experience. It's like upgrading your Kokiri Sword to the Master Sword—a necessary step to face the challenges ahead! Though the Colts placed third in the opening race weekend let's hope that this quest leads to victory and a brighter future for Baltimore and the sport of kings. After all 'It's dangerous to go alone! Take this. (and a fast horse!)'