The NFL Draft is a special time for all families.
But for Black NFL fathers, it's even more special because of the bond they share with their sons, and starting tonight we'll witness that with Marvin Harrison, Jerry Rice, Frank Gore and others.
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But for Black NFL fathers, it's even more special because of the bond they share with their sons, and starting tonight we'll witness that with Marvin Harrison, Jerry Rice, Frank Gore and others.
https://bit.ly/4aPMcAu
10:51 AM - Apr 25, 2024
14 years ago, Reggie Bush forfeited his Heisman Trophy after USC was hit with sanctions for multiple violations, including claims that Bush received impromper payments.
Today, the Heisman Trophy Trust announced that Bush will finally, and rightfully get his trophy back.
https://bit.ly/49RdDby
Today, the Heisman Trophy Trust announced that Bush will finally, and rightfully get his trophy back.
https://bit.ly/49RdDby
11:10 AM - Apr 24, 2024
Caitlin Clark is a WNBA rookie who just signed a signature sneaker deal.
A'Ja Wilson is a 2x WNBA MVP and 2x WNBA Champion, but she has yet to get a signature shoe.
We discuss the Black women marketability issue in sports.
Story: https://bit.ly/3W5dY7y
A'Ja Wilson is a 2x WNBA MVP and 2x WNBA Champion, but she has yet to get a signature shoe.
We discuss the Black women marketability issue in sports.
Story: https://bit.ly/3W5dY7y
11:11 AM - Apr 21, 2024
Jalen Hurts has continued to give back to the city of Philadelphia since being drafted by the Eagles.
This week, he donated $200k to provide air conditioners to schools in the city.
https://bit.ly/3xKPh68
This week, he donated $200k to provide air conditioners to schools in the city.
https://bit.ly/3xKPh68
09:58 AM - Apr 20, 2024
30 years later, "Illmatic" remains on repeat.
And AZ's verse on "Life's a b***h" is still one of the greatest openings in hip-hop history. Happy 30th "Illmatic." 🔥🔥✊🏾
And AZ's verse on "Life's a b***h" is still one of the greatest openings in hip-hop history. Happy 30th "Illmatic." 🔥🔥✊🏾
04:26 PM - Apr 19, 2024
Earlier this week, Caitlin Clark signed a shoe deal with Nike, making her one of only four WNBA players to have a signature shoe.
And that sparked a debate over the marketing of Black sportswomen.
https://bit.ly/3W5dY7y
And that sparked a debate over the marketing of Black sportswomen.
https://bit.ly/3W5dY7y
09:28 AM - Apr 19, 2024
Greg Hardy and Myles Bridges both got second chances to play after being involved in domestic violence incidents.
But Jontay Porter, who deserves to be punished, was banned for life from the NBA because of sports betting.
We discuss the hypocrisy.
Story: https://bit.ly/3JIVdiZ
But Jontay Porter, who deserves to be punished, was banned for life from the NBA because of sports betting.
We discuss the hypocrisy.
Story: https://bit.ly/3JIVdiZ
06:33 PM - Apr 18, 2024
Stuart Scott rose from ESPN2 host to SportsCenter, NBA on ESPN and interviewing icons like Michael Jordan and President Barack Obama, yet many don't know about his life story outside of ESPN.
But thanks to ESPN greenlighting a "30 for 30" on Scott, we all soon will.
https://bit.ly/3UjuShr
But thanks to ESPN greenlighting a "30 for 30" on Scott, we all soon will.
https://bit.ly/3UjuShr
07:38 PM - Apr 16, 2024
Legendary Black sports journalists/broadcasters such as John Saunders, Fred Hickman and Robin Roberts paved the way for others to follow.
But no one was like the iconic Stuart Scott, so it's great to see that ESPN has greenlit a "30 for 30" on his life.
https://bit.ly/3UjuShr
But no one was like the iconic Stuart Scott, so it's great to see that ESPN has greenlit a "30 for 30" on his life.
https://bit.ly/3UjuShr
11:21 AM - Apr 16, 2024
2 Threaded Spouts
When Jackie Robinson won the World Series in 1955, there were 0 Black managers and Black players made up 5.2% of the league.
Today, on Jackie Robinson Day, there are 2 Black managers and Black players make up 6% of the league, the lowest percentage since 1955. 🧵 1/2
Today, on Jackie Robinson Day, there are 2 Black managers and Black players make up 6% of the league, the lowest percentage since 1955. 🧵 1/2
08:47 PM - Apr 15, 2024
After only six months, CNN has canceled Charles Barkley and Gayle King's show "King Charles."
Per Nielsen, the 14 episodes averaged 459,000 total viewers and was the lowest-rated prime time weeknight series debut for CNN in a decade. 🫤
Per Nielsen, the 14 episodes averaged 459,000 total viewers and was the lowest-rated prime time weeknight series debut for CNN in a decade. 🫤
02:55 PM - Apr 15, 2024
Today is Jackie Robinson Day, the day that Robinson broke baseball's color barrier in 1947.
We write that today we should all learn about, and do something, positive to honor Jackie's legacy and accomplishments both on and off the diamond.
Story: https://bit.ly/3TXINbA
We write that today we should all learn about, and do something, positive to honor Jackie's legacy and accomplishments both on and off the diamond.
Story: https://bit.ly/3TXINbA
01:02 PM - Apr 15, 2024
Congrats to Fisk Gymnastics' Morgan Price.
Price is the 2024 USAG All-Around National Champion, becoming the first HBCU gymnast to win the title.
Next up is the Individual Event Finals on Sunday, where she'll compete in the Vault, Bars & Floor. 🤸🏿♀️🏆
Price is the 2024 USAG All-Around National Champion, becoming the first HBCU gymnast to win the title.
Next up is the Individual Event Finals on Sunday, where she'll compete in the Vault, Bars & Floor. 🤸🏿♀️🏆
10:49 AM - Apr 13, 2024
Some will remember O.J. Simpson as an athlete. Knicks fans will remember him for interrupting Game 5 of the 1994 NBA Finals.
Some will remember him as a celebrity while others will always call him a murderer.
But in all reality, most will choose to not remember O.J. at all.
https://bit.ly/3Q2yUbw
Some will remember him as a celebrity while others will always call him a murderer.
But in all reality, most will choose to not remember O.J. at all.
https://bit.ly/3Q2yUbw
05:48 PM - Apr 12, 2024
Jamilah McBryde, a Muslim woman wrestler, qualified for the US Olympic Trials.
But the international governing body, United World Wrestling (UWW), bans uniforms that cover the full body, so Jamilah is barred from competing.
Yet UWW claims "unity" as a value.
Story: https://bit.ly/3TXuIuL
But the international governing body, United World Wrestling (UWW), bans uniforms that cover the full body, so Jamilah is barred from competing.
Yet UWW claims "unity" as a value.
Story: https://bit.ly/3TXuIuL
11:18 AM - Apr 11, 2024
Heartbroken to hear of the passing of hip-hop legend, DJ Mister Cee.
Mister Cee, aka "The Finisher," worked with many hip-hop icons, including Big Daddy Kane, Biggie, Jay Z & 50 Cent. NYers will always remember his "Throwback at Noon" on Hot 97.
He was 57. RIP Mister Cee. 🙏🏾
Mister Cee, aka "The Finisher," worked with many hip-hop icons, including Big Daddy Kane, Biggie, Jay Z & 50 Cent. NYers will always remember his "Throwback at Noon" on Hot 97.
He was 57. RIP Mister Cee. 🙏🏾
07:00 PM - Apr 10, 2024
Dawn Staley was the only Black HC in all of college basketball with more than 1 national title and she now has 3.
South Carolina is the 5th program with 3 NCAA titles & the 10th undefeated D1 champ.
Geno Auriemma, 11
Pat Summitt, 8
Kim Mulkey, 4
Tara VanDerveer, 3
Dawn Staley, 3
South Carolina is the 5th program with 3 NCAA titles & the 10th undefeated D1 champ.
Geno Auriemma, 11
Pat Summitt, 8
Kim Mulkey, 4
Tara VanDerveer, 3
Dawn Staley, 3
05:31 PM - Apr 07, 2024
Angel Reese cried after revealing that she's received death threats.
Emmanuel Acho ripped her for crying. The same Acho who defended USC's Caleb Williams after he broke down after a loss.
This is the hypocrisy Black women endure simply to play sports and excel.
Story: https://bit.ly/4aeEake
Emmanuel Acho ripped her for crying. The same Acho who defended USC's Caleb Williams after he broke down after a loss.
This is the hypocrisy Black women endure simply to play sports and excel.
Story: https://bit.ly/4aeEake
12:28 PM - Apr 04, 2024
Congrats to Vince Carter and Chauncey Billups as the Athletic reports they have been elected to the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, Class of 2024.
Carter was an 8x All-Star & 1999 Rookie of the Year. Billups was a 5x All-Star, 2004 NBA champion & NBA Finals MVP. 🏀👏🏾
Carter was an 8x All-Star & 1999 Rookie of the Year. Billups was a 5x All-Star, 2004 NBA champion & NBA Finals MVP. 🏀👏🏾
03:59 PM - Apr 03, 2024
Iowa's win over LSU Monday night delivered big time! 🔥🔥
- 12.3 million viewers (avg.)
- 16 million viewers (peak)
That shattered last year's title game, which drew a record 9.9 million viewers (avg) and peaked at 12.6 million viewers.
- 12.3 million viewers (avg.)
- 16 million viewers (peak)
That shattered last year's title game, which drew a record 9.9 million viewers (avg) and peaked at 12.6 million viewers.
06:21 PM - Apr 02, 2024
There have been 4 Black HCs to win a men's NCAA National Title.
John Thompson
Nolan Richardson
Tubby Smith
Kevin Ollie
After beating Duke to advance to the Final Four for the first time since 1983, NC State's Kevin Keatts is two wins away from becoming the fifth. #marchmadness
John Thompson
Nolan Richardson
Tubby Smith
Kevin Ollie
After beating Duke to advance to the Final Four for the first time since 1983, NC State's Kevin Keatts is two wins away from becoming the fifth. #marchmadness
07:58 PM - Mar 31, 2024
Tonight, the Cincinnati Cyclones became the first pro hockey team in history to have a starting lineup of 5 Black players. 🏒✊🏾
📷 Cincy Cyclones, Joel Robert Perez (X)
📷 Cincy Cyclones, Joel Robert Perez (X)
08:38 PM - Mar 30, 2024
Congrats to NC State head coach Kevin Keatts and the Wolfpack, who defeated Marquette 67-58 and is on to the Elite 8 for the first time since 1986. 🐺
10:10 PM - Mar 29, 2024
Sad to hear that Louis Gossett Jr. passed away.
Known for his roles in films like "An Officer and a Gentleman", "Iron Eagle" & "Enemy Mine", Gossett's role as Sgt. Emil Foley made him the first Black man to win Best Supporting Actor (1983).
He was 87. RIP Louis Gossett Jr. 🙏🏾
Known for his roles in films like "An Officer and a Gentleman", "Iron Eagle" & "Enemy Mine", Gossett's role as Sgt. Emil Foley made him the first Black man to win Best Supporting Actor (1983).
He was 87. RIP Louis Gossett Jr. 🙏🏾
10:24 AM - Mar 29, 2024
James Brown is a sports broadcasting legend with a career spanning over 30 years.
This May, he'll be honored with the Sports Emmy's Lifetime Achievement Award for his amazing career.
Story: https://bit.ly/3TSnFVl
This May, he'll be honored with the Sports Emmy's Lifetime Achievement Award for his amazing career.
Story: https://bit.ly/3TSnFVl
10:15 AM - Mar 28, 2024
“Racism is real and it happens and it’s awful,”
Instead of enjoying the start of March Madness, the Utah Utes women's basketball team was hit by multiple racial hate crimes on its first night of arrival.
Story: https://bit.ly/4cuahhr
Instead of enjoying the start of March Madness, the Utah Utes women's basketball team was hit by multiple racial hate crimes on its first night of arrival.
Story: https://bit.ly/4cuahhr
07:16 PM - Mar 26, 2024
At the 2024 NCAA Wrestling Championships, 4 Black champions were crowned and history was made by Penn State wrestlers Carter Starocci and Aaron Brooks.
And it capped off an amazing era for Black athletes in the sport.
Story: https://bit.ly/3TyMww9
And it capped off an amazing era for Black athletes in the sport.
Story: https://bit.ly/3TyMww9
11:38 AM - Mar 24, 2024
"More than 21 million Americans now have access to quality, affordable health care."
14 years ago today, the Affordable Care Act was signed into law. Thanks President Obama. ✊🏾🙏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
14 years ago today, the Affordable Care Act was signed into law. Thanks President Obama. ✊🏾🙏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
11:58 AM - Mar 23, 2024
Grambling St. Is going dancing for the first time ever!!!!
After being down 14 in the first half, the Tigers fought back to beat Montana St and will face Purdue in the first round of the NCAA Tournament. And remember, this is a Tigers team that started the season at 2-10! 🏀🐅✊🏾 #marchmadness
After being down 14 in the first half, the Tigers fought back to beat Montana St and will face Purdue in the first round of the NCAA Tournament. And remember, this is a Tigers team that started the season at 2-10! 🏀🐅✊🏾 #marchmadness
09:09 PM - Mar 20, 2024
Alabama Republicans just joined Florida in passing a bill banning state funding for DEI programs at public universities, local boards of education & government agencies. It awaits the governor's signature.
Black athletes- add another state you can affect by playing elsewhere.
Black athletes- add another state you can affect by playing elsewhere.
07:06 PM - Mar 19, 2024
