Category: Sports

A’ja Wilson Becomes Las Vegas Aces’ All-Time Scoring Leader

Many records are being made this WNBA season as another one was set by WNBA champion, A’ja Wilson. In a recent game, the 2023 WNBA Finals MVP became the Las Vegas Aces‘ all-time leading scorer. According to The Las Vegas Aces, on July 7, in a 104-85 victory against the Dallas Wings, on the way… Continue reading A’ja Wilson Becomes Las Vegas Aces’ All-Time Scoring Leader

Refurbished Dominique Wilkins Basketball Court Unveiled At Atlanta YMCA

The “Human Highlight Film,” Dominique Wilkins was bestowed another honor several months ago when the Atlanta Hawks and State Farm Arena unveiled a refurbished basketball court named after the NBA Hall of Famer. On April 18, the team revealed a newly renovated Good Neighbor Club at the Andrew and Walter Young Family YMCA in southwest… Continue reading Refurbished Dominique Wilkins Basketball Court Unveiled At Atlanta YMCA

Former NFL Player’s Son Found After Being Reported Missing, Parents Facing Domestic Charges

The son of former NFL player Daniel Muir was reported missing after not being seen since June 16. On July 3, the Indiana State Police announced that he had been found and his parents had been arrested. The Indiana Police Department issued a Silver Alert (In Indiana, a silver alert pertains to “a Missing Endangered… Continue reading Former NFL Player’s Son Found After Being Reported Missing, Parents Facing Domestic Charges

Quincy Wilson Selected For Relay Team, Becomes Youngest Male USA Track Olympian

The upcoming Olympics will feature exciting athletes, particularly in track and field with 16-year-old Quincy Wilson becoming the youngest ever US male track Olympian competing, and although Sha’Carri Richardson came in fourth place in the 200m over the weekend, she is still expected to bring home a medal when the games start later this month.… Continue reading Quincy Wilson Selected For Relay Team, Becomes Youngest Male USA Track Olympian

Serena Williams Docuseries To Air on ESPN+ On July 10

Last year, Williams announced that production had started on a new ESPN series, “In the Arena: Serena Williams.” Now, the network will air the docuseries on July 10, a day before she is slated to host this year’s ESPYS (Excellence in Sports Performance Yearly) Awards. The project is an eight-part series that will showcase the… Continue reading Serena Williams Docuseries To Air on ESPN+ On July 10

Dwyane Wade Acknowledges LeBron And Bronny James Fulfilling Dream Team-Up

The sports world was not shocked when the Los Angeles Lakers drafted the son of their most valuable player, Bronny James to fulfill the wish that LeBron has had for years of playing with his firstborn. Many people still congratulated the first father-son duo to be active players at the same time in the NBA,… Continue reading Dwyane Wade Acknowledges LeBron And Bronny James Fulfilling Dream Team-Up

Eritrea’s Biniam Girmay Becomes 1st Black African To Win A Stage Of Tour de France

History was recently made when Eritrea’s Biniam Girmay became the first black rider to win a Tour de France stage. According to The Associated Press, the history-making feat took place on July 2 when he crossed the finish line before competitors Fernando Gaviria and Arnaud De Lie. This comes two years after he became the… Continue reading Eritrea’s Biniam Girmay Becomes 1st Black African To Win A Stage Of Tour de France

Nike Releases Kevin Durant’s ‘USA’ Sneakers Weeks Before Paris Olympics

With excitement for the upcoming Paris Olympics rising, NBA player Kevin Durant has just dropped his 17th signature sneaker from Nike as he embarks on his fourth Olympics appearance this month. According to Sports Illustrated, the sportswear giant released the Nike KD 17 “USA” on July 1. Interested patriots or sneakerheads can purchase the footwear… Continue reading Nike Releases Kevin Durant’s ‘USA’ Sneakers Weeks Before Paris Olympics

Doug Williams Promoted To Senior Advisor To Washington Commanders’ General Manager

Former Washington Redskins (Now, Commanders) quarterback, Doug Williams who was the first Black quarterback to start and win a Super Bowl game has been promoted and now holds the position of senior advisor to the general manager. The team announced the promotion along with others on June 25. He will be working with Adam Peters… Continue reading Doug Williams Promoted To Senior Advisor To Washington Commanders’ General Manager

2 Chainz Sets Up Smoothie King Kiosk In Partnership With Atlanta’s State Farm Arena

College Park, Ga. native Tauheed Epps, known by his rapper alias, 2 Chainz is now a franchise owner of a Smoothie King. According to a press release from the Atlanta Hawks, their official smoothie partner, Smoothie King, announced that the popular recording artist is its newest franchisee. The entertainer just launched a new kiosk on… Continue reading 2 Chainz Sets Up Smoothie King Kiosk In Partnership With Atlanta’s State Farm Arena

Detroit Pistons Terminated Head Coach Monty Williams A Year After Signing Him To Largest Contract In NBA History

A year after being issued the largest coaching deal in NBA history, Monty Williams has been terminated by the Detroit Pistons after only a year of service to the team. The team announced its decision on June 19. “Decisions like these are difficult to make, and I want to thank Monty for his hard work… Continue reading Detroit Pistons Terminated Head Coach Monty Williams A Year After Signing Him To Largest Contract In NBA History

NBA Hall Of Famer Dominique Wilkins Partners With Atlanta Company To Create Wealth For Renters

NBA Hall of Famer Dominique Wilkins, who was known as the “Human Highlight Film” for his explosive play has slam-dunked an opportunity to partner with a real estate fund that creates wealth for both investors and renters. The company, Roots, has announced that Wilkins has recently joined them as an investor, spokesperson, and partner. The… Continue reading NBA Hall Of Famer Dominique Wilkins Partners With Atlanta Company To Create Wealth For Renters

Deion Sanders Named As One Of Atlanta Falcons’ Mount Rushmore

Colorado coach, Deion “Coach Prime” Sanders has been recognized again for his play throughout his NFL Hall of Fame career when a video released by NFL Throwback, titled, Every Team’s Mount Rushmore acknowledged his greatness when he played for the Atlanta Falcons. The video, which debuted on YouTube on June 19, features every NFL team’s… Continue reading Deion Sanders Named As One Of Atlanta Falcons’ Mount Rushmore

The Players Fund Invests In Naomi Osaka’s Production Company, Hana Kuma

Tennis phenom Naomi Osaka has received an investment from The Players Fund for her production company, Hana Kuma, according to SportsProMedia. Hana Kuma which means flower bear in Japanese, is in partnership with LeBron James and Maverick Carter’s SpringHill Company and was launched in 2022. The company said in a statement that it will provide… Continue reading The Players Fund Invests In Naomi Osaka’s Production Company, Hana Kuma

Snoop Dogg Runs 200 Meter Race At U.S. Olympic Team Track And Field Trials

Earlier this year, NBC Sports announced that Snoop Dogg will join its Olympics coverage this summer in Paris. But, before he starts his duties in July, the “Gin & Juice” lyricist took to the field over the weekend at the U.S. Olympic Team track and field trials in Eugen, Oregon, and took it upon himself… Continue reading Snoop Dogg Runs 200 Meter Race At U.S. Olympic Team Track And Field Trials

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