Category: Sports

Stephen, Ayesha Curry Provide $2M In Resources Through Their Eat. Learn. Play Organization

The charitable organization started by Golden State Warriors player Stephen Curry and his wife Ayesha has continued the tradition of Christmas with the Currys as they announced the conclusion of their 12th annual celebration. The organization, Eat. Learn. Play. is based in Oakland and has announced that it provided more than $2 million in resources… Continue reading Stephen, Ayesha Curry Provide $2M In Resources Through Their Eat. Learn. Play Organization

Jaylen Brown Introduces Luxury Athleisure Line 741

Boston Celtics superstar, Jaylen Brown announces athleisure brand, 741 after turning down $50 million in endorsement deals. The self-funded brand includes both menswear and womenswear which includes a variety of items. In the 741 collection, you can find puffer coats, hoodies, sweat suits, leggings, crop tops, t-shirts, gloves, hats, backpacks, and more. OUT NOW. https://t.co/fCX9Ukc21B… Continue reading Jaylen Brown Introduces Luxury Athleisure Line 741

Travis Hunter Becomes First College Athlete To Win Back-To-Back Paul Hornung Awards

Colorado’s 2-way football player (meaning he plays both offense and defense) Travis Hunter, who is sure to be a lock to be in the NFL made history when he was named the winner of the 2024 Paul Hornung Award. He is the only player in the history of the award to win it, not only… Continue reading Travis Hunter Becomes First College Athlete To Win Back-To-Back Paul Hornung Awards

Mike Tyson Sued After Terminating Promotional Deal Before Jake Paul Fight

The parent company of a betting company has filed a lawsuit against former heavyweight boxing champion Mike Tyson saying he terminated an agreement signed earlier this year. According to The Associated Press, Medier, which promotes the betting company Rabona, filed the legal paperwork on Dec. 9 in London’s High Court. They filed the suit against… Continue reading Mike Tyson Sued After Terminating Promotional Deal Before Jake Paul Fight

Martellus Bennett Releases Children’s Picture Book ‘Dear Black Boy’

  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:   NFL Super Bowl Champion Martellus Bennett Pens Picture Book with The Quarto Group for Black and Brown Children   NEW YORK, NY, December 4th, 2024—This January, Frances Lincoln Children’s Books, an imprint of The Quarto Group, is publishing Dear Black Boy, written and illustrated by Martellus Bennett, NFL Super Bowl… Continue reading Martellus Bennett Releases Children’s Picture Book ‘Dear Black Boy’

Dick Allen, Dave Parker Will Be Inducted Into Baseball Hall of Fame

Former Major League Baseball players Dick Allen and Dave Parker will be inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame and were selected to be a part of the Class of 2025. The Classic Baseball Era Committee announced the decision on Dec. 8. The players, along with other inductees who will be announced on Jan.… Continue reading Dick Allen, Dave Parker Will Be Inducted Into Baseball Hall of Fame

Flau’jae Johnson Joins Unrivaled Basketball League With NIL Deal

Louisiana State University’s women’s basketball player, Flau’jae Johnson has recently announced that she is now an ambassador for the upcoming women’s professional basketball league, Unrivaled. After signing an NIL (Name, image, and likeness) deal with the burgeoning sports league, Johnson is the second college player to ink a contract with Unrivaled. The league signed Paige… Continue reading Flau’jae Johnson Joins Unrivaled Basketball League With NIL Deal

Floyd Mayweather Announces Initiative To Gift Israeli Orphans

Retired boxer Floyd Mayweather is giving gifts to orphans in Israel when they celebrate their birthdays over the next year. The fighter and entrepreneur announced the program named the Mayweather Israel Initiative on his social media account. There will be a mobile van going through the region to distribute the birthday gifts. “Over the next… Continue reading Floyd Mayweather Announces Initiative To Gift Israeli Orphans

Wilberforce University Becomes First HBCU To Be Sponsored By AND1

AND1 and Wilberforce University have collaborated for a partnership that will see the educational institution receive $100,000 in sporting gear. The oldest HBCU (historically Black private college and university) in the nation, Wilberforce University has garnered AND1’s first official sponsorship of an HBCU athletic program. The popular streetwear company was on campus to give the… Continue reading Wilberforce University Becomes First HBCU To Be Sponsored By AND1

Russell Westbrook Connects With Echo to Launch Oklahoma City-Based Sports & Entertainment Platform

Russell Westbrook, NBA MVP, Entrepreneur, fashion icon, and global ambassador has joined forces with Christian Kanady, Founding Partner of Echo, a multi-strategy investment firm, on an eight-figure investment platform to energize Oklahoma City’s sports and entertainment industries. Through Russell Westbrook Enterprises (RWE)’s anchor investment in Echo’s Sports & Entertainment platform, Westbrook and Kanady will focus… Continue reading Russell Westbrook Connects With Echo to Launch Oklahoma City-Based Sports & Entertainment Platform

BIG3’s Eighth Season Tips Off on CBS on June 14, 2025

BIG3’s Eighth Season Tips Off on June 14, 2025, Live on CBS, Capped off with Back-to-Back Weekends of Playoff Action LOS ANGELES – November 26, 2024 — The BIG3 announced that the league will return to CBS for the sixth consecutive year of fast-paced and competitive 3-on-3 basketball with an expanded 11-week season. BIG3 action… Continue reading BIG3’s Eighth Season Tips Off on CBS on June 14, 2025

Morgan Tuck Promoted To General Manager of WNBA Franchise Connecticut Sun

Former Connecticut Sun player Morgan Tuck has just been promoted to the new General Manager for the WNBA franchise. The team announced the move as she rose from her previous position as Assistant General Manager of the Connecticut Sun. She is taking over from Darius Taylor, who has been in that position since 2022, as… Continue reading Morgan Tuck Promoted To General Manager of WNBA Franchise Connecticut Sun

Cam’ron Covers Black Enterprise

FAMED ENTREPRENEUR CAM’RON GRACES THE LATEST BLACK ENTERPRISE COVER Celebrated Business Mogul and Sports Personality Reflects on Betting on Himself and Building an Empire [Harlem, NY] — Iconic entrepreneur and sports personality Cam’ron, is the face of the latest edition of Black Enterprise. In a captivating cover story, the Harlem native shares how his decision… Continue reading Cam’ron Covers Black Enterprise

Randy Moss Prepares To Open Crisppi’s Chicken In Miami

Former NFL wide receiver Randy Moss will be opening a new restaurant in downtown Miami at the top of the upcoming new year. Moss, who played for over 13 seasons in the NFL has announced that he is opening Crisppi’s Chicken in Miami, Fla. on January 17, 2025. “Get ready, Miami! 🍗 Crisppi’s Chicken is… Continue reading Randy Moss Prepares To Open Crisppi’s Chicken In Miami

Alabama A&M University Fires Football Head Coach

The head football coach of Alabama A&M University has been terminated after leading the team for the past seven seasons. According to The Associated Press, the announcement of Connell Maynor being fired came from Alabama A&M’s athletic director, Paul A. Bryant on Dec. 2. The football team ended this season with an even .500 record… Continue reading Alabama A&M University Fires Football Head Coach

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