John Vella had a presence you felt before he even spoke—a rare kind of light who brought people together and poured his energy into everything he did. He didn’t just help build Sports Research; he was the spark. As the original Sweet Sweat Athlete Ambassador, John traveled the world alongside Jeff Pedersen, introducing Sweet Sweat with passion, purpose, and heart. Today, we celebrate a life that helped shape who we are—and a legacy that lives on through every moment, memory, and milestone. This is what The Sports of Life is all about. Generation Wellness honors the people and traditions that built us—from one generation to the next. A heartfelt thank you to Stanford Steve for allowing us to share this tribute as we remember and honor John’s incredible life.