offthewall.tv Presents: Pass the Bucket
In church, a passed basket collects money to keep the building lights on.
In alcoholics anonymous, a can is passed collecting money to keep the coffee fresh.
A musician passes a hat keeping his passion alive.
A homeless man holds a cup hoping for handouts to survive.
Each container is filled due to the compassion and generosity of others.

Today, more than ever there is a need for people to become aware of the issues at hand and pro-actively fight for change. The opportunities to be selfless and contribute are endless and the large bucket is passed to you. Vans is very proud to introduce a new series on offthewall.tv, Pass the Bucket, a look into the humanitarian side of today's most celebrated action sport athletes, musicians, artists and foundations. Pass the Bucket presents a raw and transparent conversation of today's shocking realities and potential solutions.

Pass the Bucket, Episode 4: Stephen Murray
June 22, 2007 marked a day that the Action Sports World will remember for a life time. A day that has forever changed the life of professional BMX Dirt Jumper & three times U.S. Gold Medallist Stephen Murray. In the midst of doing a double back-flip, Stephen Murray crashed while competing in the BMX Dirt Finals at the Dew Actions Sports Tour, in Baltimore, Maryland. It was quoted as being "one of the worst crashes seen in bmx" one that would ultimately be career ending, for this incredibility talented, 27 year old athlete.

Fully paralyzed, Stephen now lives a different reality but see's it as a platform to help others. Through his "Stay Strong" foundation and missional determination, Stephen surprisingly finds a powerful way to pass the bucket.

For more information on how you can help support "Stay Strong" go to http://staystrong.co.uk/

http://offthewall.tv/show/Pass-The-Bucket

Past episodes:
Episode 1: Pass the Bucket with Amy Purdy
Episode 2: Pass the Bucket with Fletcher Dragge
Episode 3: Pass the Bucket with Tony Alva

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offthewall.tv is Vans' digital on-line network featuring original entertainment from the worlds of action sports, music, art and street culture. Original series include Adventures with Chris, Jeff Grosso's Loveletters to Skateboarding, Collaboratory, Time & Space, Pass the Bucket and the Vans Comedy Show. Separate channels explore skate, surf, bmx, moto, art and music.

Cory Nastazio has thrown a big party for Stephen before, but Nasty is a man fond of outdoing himself. This event sounds like the event of all events. Keep reading for a rundown of the activities from Cory himself and more details of the event:

"Everyone is invited, it's a benefit for Stephen Murray. There's going to be eight Rockstar bars, DJs, heated pool party, Jose Cuervo shoot girls, best trick comp, $10,000 up for grabs--top three paid out. The three jumps are amazing, with a nine-foot quarter at the end--so big and fun it will be the best party/comp I have put together. Filmed by Fuel and VH1...You don't want to miss it..." - Cory Nastazio

The event is January 15, 2011 and starts at 3 pm. The contest will start after sundown. Admission is $10. All money from admissions and drinks goes directly to Stephen Murray.

The event is located at 27215 Avenida Del Diablo in Temecula, CA. The event's sponsors are Rockstar, Cuervo, Vans, and Haro so you know it is going to be off the hook...

Stephen Murray's Firsthand may make your eyes well up from tears of sadness and joy, but most importantly it shows that he's on the right track to recovery and living happily with his family and friends. STAY STRONG!

click on the image below to watch Stephen Murray's Firsthand on Fuel.TV

I know these are just Odyssey Race forks with a different sticker on them essentially, but who doesn't want to rock the STAY STRONG logo on their bike? All proceeds go to the man behind staying strong, Stephen Murray. Mad props if you buy the Stay Strong Federal frame and wear the classic Stay Strong shirt while riding your bike! Click on the image to go to Odyssey's website...

WORLD TELEVISION PREMIERE

"Firsthand: Stephen Murray"
Sunday, September 5, 2010, 8:00pm ET/PT





Pro to Paraplegic, See Stephen Murray's New Life In This Heartfelt and Inspirational Episode of "Firsthand"

Airing Sunday, September 5, at 8:00pm Eastern Time (5:00pm Pacific Time), and re-airing several more times during the next month, BMX pro Stephen Murray stars in FUEL TV's signature 30-minute series "Firsthand."

In this heartfelt "Firsthand," we look at X Games Gold Medalist Stephen Murray's life after the crash that left him paralyzed from the shoulders down.

We start off with a look at STAY STRONG'S First Annual Dirt Jump Contest, a contest held to support Stephen and other paralyzed athletes. Next, we dive into Stephen's personal life, and learn what it's like to go from a BMX pro to being confined to a wheel chair. We meet Stephen's caregiver, girlfriend, and kids; and see what keeps this guy going with such a positive attitude. We watch family interaction at home, as Stephen encourages his son to ride dirt tracks. Then, we follow Stephen as he donates his old handicapped van to a family whose son is also confined to a wheelchair and needs proper transportation.

Next, we check out Stephen's rehabilitation schedule and see the mental determination and devotion it takes for someone to overcome the challenges of paralysis. With all that has happened, Stephen still has an incredibly positive perspective on life.

Stephen Murray's sponsors include: Oakley and Rockstar.

You can watch Stephen Murray's episode of "Firsthand" on www.fuel.tv and www.hulu.com several weeks after it airs on FUEL TV. It will also be available to download from iTunes for $1.99.

"Stephen Murray Firsthand" Air Dates:
Sunday - 9/5/2010 8:00 PM ET / 5:00 PM PT
Sunday - 9/5/2010 11:00 PM ET / 8:00 PM PT
Monday - 9/06/2010 10:00 PM ET / 7:00 PM PT
Monday - 9/06/2010 1:00 AM ET / 10:00 PM PT
Tuesday - 9/07/2010 9:30 PM ET / 6:30 PM PT
Wednesday - 9/08/2010 8:00 PM ET / 5:00 PM PT
Wednesday - 9/08/2010 11:00 PM ET / 8:00 PM PT
Wednesday - 9/08/2010 12:30 AM ET / 9:30 PM PT
Saturday - 9/11/2010 1:30 PM ET / 10:30 AM PT
Wednesday - 9/22/2010 11:00 PM ET / 8:00 PM PT
Friday - 12/10/2010 8:30 AM ET / 5:30 AM PT