College basketball phenom JuJu Watkins will be featured in a docuseries that will debut on NBC and the Peacock network. NBC Sports announced that the sophomore University of Southern California (USC) record-breaking Watkins will be seen in the six-episode docuseries, “On the Rise: JuJu Watkins” starting on Saturday, Nov. 23, at 3:00 p.m. ET/Noon PT… Continue reading NBC Sports To Debut ‘On the Rise: JuJu Watkins’ Docuseries
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Whitney Houston: The Concert for a New South Africa (Durban) Premieres On PBS Stations Dec. 1
WHITNEY HOUSTON – THE CONCERT FOR A NEW SOUTH AFRICA (DURBAN) Premieres on PBS Stations Beginning December 1, 2024 Full-Length Concert Available for Streaming With PBS Passport PBS and Sony Music Entertainment in Partnership with The Estate of Whitney E. Houston and Primary Wave Music Present the Fully Remastered Never-Before-Televised Concert in… Continue reading Whitney Houston: The Concert for a New South Africa (Durban) Premieres On PBS Stations Dec. 1
ESPN To Broadcast ‘Inside the NBA’ In New Partnership With NBA
Fans of TNT‘s Inside the NBA have received great news after discovering that Ernie Johnson Jr., Charles Barkley, Kenny Smith, and Shaquille O’Neal will continue hosting the very popular sports program well beyond this year. In a rare collaboration between two competing networks, it was announced that the long-running Emmy Awards-winning basketball show will live on… Continue reading ESPN To Broadcast ‘Inside the NBA’ In New Partnership With NBA
Snoop Dogg’s ‘Doggyland’ Debuts Vancy the Dalmatian, Voiced By VanVan
Snoop Dogg’s ‘Doggyland’ Debuts Vancy the Dalmatian, Voiced By Young Viral Sensation VanVan, In New Song ‘Grateful’ The fun new sing-along teaches young children the importance of expressing gratitude. (Los Angeles, CA – November 14, 2024) – The popular 3D animated series Doggyland— co-created by Snoop Dogg, October London, and Claude Brooks –introduces “Vancy”, a spirited Dalmatian… Continue reading Snoop Dogg’s ‘Doggyland’ Debuts Vancy the Dalmatian, Voiced By VanVan
Olympic Track Champion Retrieves Stolen Phone By Running After Thieves
An Olympic champion had to resort to his profession to chase down property that belonged to the track star after he witnessed some thieves stealing a mobile phone that he owned. According to The Times, 41-year-old Sir Mo Farah, a four-time Olympic track winner chased down some men who allegedly tried to steal his mobile… Continue reading Olympic Track Champion Retrieves Stolen Phone By Running After Thieves
TidalWave Comics To Release ‘FAME: Megan Thee Stallion’
MEGAN THEE STALLION IMMORTALIZED IN NEW COMIC BOOK TidalWave Comics is excited to announce that hip-hop icon Megan Thee Stallion will be the focus of the newest release in its celebrated “FAME” comic book series, highlighting influential figures. “FAME: Megan Thee Stallion” is set for release this week. Written by Eric… Continue reading TidalWave Comics To Release ‘FAME: Megan Thee Stallion’
Morehouse and Tuskegee Will Battle In NBA HBCU Classic During All-Star Weekend
The Fourth Annual NBA HBCU Classic will take place during the NBA All-Star Weekend on Saturday, Feb. 15, 2025. The league has announced that the two teams competing will be Tuskegee University and Morehouse College. The All-Star Game will be played at Oakland Arena where the two SIAC (Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference) programs will compete.… Continue reading Morehouse and Tuskegee Will Battle In NBA HBCU Classic During All-Star Weekend
Jim Jones Hosting Turkey Giveaway in Harlem on Sunday, November 24th
Harlem’s own Jim Jones, the legendary rapper, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, is giving back to his community this holiday season with his annual turkey giveaway through his non profit VampCares. On Sunday, November 24th, families in need can pick up a free turkey at 57 Malcolm X Blvd, New York, NY 10026, from 11:00 AM to… Continue reading Jim Jones Hosting Turkey Giveaway in Harlem on Sunday, November 24th
Charlotte Hornets’ LaMelo Ball Didn’t Mean To ‘Offend Anybody’ After Being Fined $100K For Post-Game Comment
Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball was fined $100,000 by the NBA for “making an offensive and derogatory comment” while speaking to a reporter after a game against the Milwaukee Bucks on Nov. 16. He was penalized after using a term popularized within the hip-hop community (a New York City vernacular going back over 30 years)… Continue reading Charlotte Hornets’ LaMelo Ball Didn’t Mean To ‘Offend Anybody’ After Being Fined $100K For Post-Game Comment
Jayson Williams Joins Oaktree Solutions to Launch Oaktree Sports Ventures
Oaktree Solutions expands with new full-service advisory for professional athletes focused on partnerships, financial planning, reputation management, and post-sports career development November 15, 2024 09:10 AM Eastern Standard Time NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Global public affairs and venture consulting firm Oaktree Solutions announced today that former NBA All-Star Jayson Williams has joined as Managing Director of Sports… Continue reading Jayson Williams Joins Oaktree Solutions to Launch Oaktree Sports Ventures
T-Pain Honored In Hometown With Street Renamed ‘T-Pain Lane’
Tallahassee, Fla. native Faheem Najmm, who goes by the stage name of T-Pain was recently honored in his hometown with the city naming a street after him. The ceremony took place on Nov. 11 where the recording artist was presented with a key to the city from the town’s mayor. A portion of Pasco Street… Continue reading T-Pain Honored In Hometown With Street Renamed ‘T-Pain Lane’
GQ Selects Pharrell Williams For Designer Of The Year
Music producer and fashion designer Pharrell Williams is having quite a year. After his Lego-inspired movie, Piece by Piece was released in theaters in October, GQ magazine announced that the Virginia native is the publication’s Designer of the Year. The popular recording artist has been at the helm of Louis Vuitton for almost two years… Continue reading GQ Selects Pharrell Williams For Designer Of The Year
Candace Parker Signs Kaleena Smith To Make Her First High School Player To Sign NIL With Adidas
A high school girl has signed a NIL (name, likeness, and image) deal with sporting giant adidas to become the first one to ink a deal with the German company. WNBA legend Candace Parker has announced that the brand signed basketball high school prospect Kaleena Smith. This is the first athlete signed by Parker who… Continue reading Candace Parker Signs Kaleena Smith To Make Her First High School Player To Sign NIL With Adidas
Employees Of Jack Dorsey’s Block Purportedly Told Not To Mention JAY-Z In Company Communications
The co-founder of the social media platform, Twitter, Jack Dorsey has a financial tech firm named Block. A recent report by Fortune has revealed that the company has warned employees not to discuss one of its board members, Brooklyn recording artist JAY-Z. Three Block employees have confirmed that the staff has been given “stern warnings”… Continue reading Employees Of Jack Dorsey’s Block Purportedly Told Not To Mention JAY-Z In Company Communications
Carmelo Anthony Joins Animated Sports Series ‘Rabid Fans’ as Executive Producer
@rabidfans Introducing, “Rabid Fans”, The 🌎’s No. 1 Underground Sport Show! Catch the premiere of Episode 1 on August 6th, exclusively on the @Victory Road Studios YouTube channel! Don’t miss out—subscribe now to feed your fandom! Beneath the streets of New York City lies an underground world of sports commentary. Join legendary rodent host Pete… Continue reading Carmelo Anthony Joins Animated Sports Series ‘Rabid Fans’ as Executive Producer