Jordan Brand introduces ‘Our Turn’ – a new brand voice and a shared language created with, and for the next generation, representing a universal truth anyone who embraces the Jumpman with pride has always known: greatness does not ask for permission. “Today marks a milestone moment for the Jordan Brand. The moment we enter a… Continue reading Jordan Brand Announces ‘Our Turn’ Global 1v1 Tournament
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NFL Player Cameron Sutton Suspended For 8 Games After Domestic Battery Arrest
Earlier this year, former Detroit Lions cornerback, Cameron Sutton surrendered to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office in Tampa, Fla. after he was accused of domestic violence. The NFL announced on July 8 that Sutton had been suspended for eight games without pay for violating the league’s personal conduct policy. After Sutton turned himself in, he reportedly entered a… Continue reading NFL Player Cameron Sutton Suspended For 8 Games After Domestic Battery Arrest
Baseball Player Wander Franco Charged With Sexual Abuse and Exploitation Against Minor
Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco has been under investigation since last year after an accusation levied against him for having sexual relations with a 14-year-old girl. Now, the baseball player has been formally charged with sexual abuse and sexual exploitation against a minor in the Dominican Republic, according to ESPN. The news was given… Continue reading Baseball Player Wander Franco Charged With Sexual Abuse and Exploitation Against Minor
Dwyane Wade Sees More Scrutiny On WNBA With Increased Exposure
Three-time NBA Champion Dwyane Wade gave his thoughts recently regarding the reemergence of interest in the WNBA this season with the additions of rookies like Angel Reese (Chicago Sky) and Caitlin Clark (Indiana Fever). He did warn that with the increased exposure there will be more scrutiny as more eyes are watching the league. According… Continue reading Dwyane Wade Sees More Scrutiny On WNBA With Increased Exposure
Kevin Durant And A’ja Wilson Show Off USA Basketball Jerseys For Upcoming Olympics
As Team USA preps to play for the coveted gold medal in basketball, the men’s and women’s basketball jerseys were unveiled by gold medalists, Kevin Durant and A’Ja Wilson on July 3. The United States will send some of its best athletes to Paris for the Olympics between July 26 and August 11. The basketball… Continue reading Kevin Durant And A’ja Wilson Show Off USA Basketball Jerseys For Upcoming Olympics
Ryan Garcia Expelled From World Boxing Council After Racist Rant
The downfall of soon-to-be ex-boxer Ryan Garcia continues. After a livestreamed racist rant against Blacks and disparaging Muslims, the president of the World Boxing Council (WBC) has expelled Garcia according to ESPN. Mauricio Sulaiman took to X, the platform formerly known as Twitter to acknowledge the punishment given to Garcia after several missteps that have… Continue reading Ryan Garcia Expelled From World Boxing Council After Racist Rant
Lewis Hamilton Gets Emotional After Ending 945-Day Winless Streak
It’s been almost three years since Lewis Hamilton won a race, 945 days to be exact. He has broken that streak and was moved to tears when he won the Formula One British Grand Prix. According to ESPN, Hamilton explained why it was an emotional win for him as his last victory took place at the… Continue reading Lewis Hamilton Gets Emotional After Ending 945-Day Winless Streak
Bronny James Misses Summer League Game Due To Knee Injury
Eyes have been on Bronny James since he was drafted last month and signed a guaranteed contract with the Los Angeles Lakers. The rookie missed a summer league game versus the Golden State Warriors when he was kept out of the contest due to some trace swelling in his left knee. According to ESPN, the… Continue reading Bronny James Misses Summer League Game Due To Knee Injury
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