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
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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
Roy Jones Jr. Announces 32-Year-Old Son Took His Own Life
Boxer Roy Jones Jr. announced the tragic news that his 32-year-old son has died. He informed his social media followers that Deandre took his own life on June 22. Jones took to Instagram with the sad news on June 24. “Unfortunately, my son DeAndre took his life on Saturday. I’m so thankful that God allowed… Continue reading Roy Jones Jr. Announces 32-Year-Old Son Took His Own Life
Devin Haney Plans To Sue Ryan Garcia After Boxer’s Suspension For Drugs
Although the fight is over, the saga continues between boxing opponents Devin Haney and Ryan Garcia. The latest news is that Haney is pursuing legal action against his last opponent. According to SB Nation, after news that Garcia accepted a one-year suspension after two positive drug tests revealed he had tested positive for a performance-enhancing… Continue reading Devin Haney Plans To Sue Ryan Garcia After Boxer’s Suspension For Drugs
Mike Tyson Partners with LF*GO! to Launch Energy Pouches
LF*GO!™ Steps Into the Ring: New Energy Solution Launched with Support from Mike Tyson LOS ANGELES, June 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — In a significant advancement in the energy category, LF*GO! Inc. is excited to announce the launch of its groundbreaking dietary supplement line of LF*GO!™ energy pouches. This product launch is accompanied by a strategic partnership… Continue reading Mike Tyson Partners with LF*GO! to Launch Energy Pouches
Tennessee State Reveals Official Hockey Jersey
Last year, Tennessee State University became the first historically Black college or university (HBCU) to welcome men’s ice hockey at the collegiate level. Now, the coach of the newly formed team has revealed the player’s official home jerseys on June 21. According to NHL.com, the royal blue jersey made its debut at the 67th annual… Continue reading Tennessee State Reveals Official Hockey Jersey
Sha’Carri Richardson Qualifies For Paris Olympics After Winning 100-Meter Race
Sha’Carri Richardson has won her latest race and now qualifies for the upcoming Paris Olympics. According to USA Today, Richardson won her latest race by clocking the fastest time this year for the women’s 100 meters with a time of 10.71 seconds. Sha’Carri Richardson runs the fastest 100m in the world this year to qualify… Continue reading Sha’Carri Richardson Qualifies For Paris Olympics After Winning 100-Meter Race
Lonnie Phelps Released By Cleveland Browns After Being Arrested For DUI
After being arrested for driving under the influence in Florida, defensive end Lonnie Phelps is without a team as the Cleveland Browns released him. According to NFL.com, the NFL team announced that they waived Phelps but made no mention of his arrest in their press release. We’ve waived DE Lonnie Phelps 📰 » https://t.co/ydEYkQM3y7 pic.twitter.com/1OlM22tpg5… Continue reading Lonnie Phelps Released By Cleveland Browns After Being Arrested For DUI
Reggie Jackson Discusses Racist Treatment Received During Playing Days In Alabama
Major League Baseball celebrated Juneteenth by having a game on June 19 at Rickwood Field in Birmingham, Alabama. During an interview with former baseball player, Alex Rodriguez on the Fox Network, Yankee great Reggie Jackson was asked about his playing days at the ballpark and he gave an emotional recollection about dealing with racism during… Continue reading Reggie Jackson Discusses Racist Treatment Received During Playing Days In Alabama