Category: Sports

Atlanta Hawks’ Trae Young Receives January NBA Cares Community Assist Award

Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young has received the January NBA Cares Community Assist Award presented by Kaiser Permanente in recognition of his efforts to impact the lives of youth, families and those in need in Georgia and Oklahoma, the NBA announced.  The award recognizes a player each month who best reflects the passion that the… Continue reading Atlanta Hawks’ Trae Young Receives January NBA Cares Community Assist Award

Kobe Bryant and Daughter Laid to Rest Two Weeks After Fatal Helicopter Crash

Revered NBA legend Kobe Bryant and 13-year-old daughter Gianna were given burial to last Friday. The private funeral was held in Corona Del Mar, California, two weeks after the two perished in a helicopter crash with Christina Mauser, John Altobelli, Keri Altobelli, Alyssa Altobelli, Sarah Chester, Payton Cheste and pilot, Ara Zobayan. The group had been traveling to a basketball tournament… Continue reading Kobe Bryant and Daughter Laid to Rest Two Weeks After Fatal Helicopter Crash

Harlem Globetrotters To Honor Jimmy Blacklock On February 28 In Austin

The world-famous Harlem Globetrotters announced today that the team will honor current head coach and former point guard great Jimmy Blacklock as a Globetrotter Legend, the team’s highest honor short of jersey retirement, at their February 28 stop in Austin, Texas, during their 2020 “Pushing the Limits” World Tour. The event will take place in the… Continue reading Harlem Globetrotters To Honor Jimmy Blacklock On February 28 In Austin

Jay Z and NFL Partnership to Aid Criminal Justice Reform

@MzHanaG Jay Z‘s decision to partner with the National Football League in August of 2019 was received by many as a betrayal of former 49ers quarterback, Colin Kaepernick, who took a knee during the national anthem in 2016 in protest of racial profiling, and the deaths of black Americans by the dint of police. Kaepernick… Continue reading Jay Z and NFL Partnership to Aid Criminal Justice Reform

Russell Wilson Joins NFL FLAG As Co-Owner And Chairman

Seattle Seahawks quarterback and Super Bowl champion Russell Wilson has been named Co-Owner and Chairman of NFL FLAG. The global partnership, which was announced today, will focus on strengthening NFL FLAG domestically and expanding the league internationally. In his new role, Wilson will work closely with Reigning Champs Experiences (RCX) President and former NFL safety… Continue reading Russell Wilson Joins NFL FLAG As Co-Owner And Chairman

ESPN Announces 2020 WNBA Season Television Schedule

17-game Slate Tips-off May 16 Five Appearances by Defending Champions Washington Mystics Entire Post Season Available on ESPN Networks ESPN continues its longstanding commitment to the WNBA with a 17-game television slate for the 2020 regular season with games available across ABC, ESPN and ESPN2. The schedule includes multiple appearances by WNBA MVP Elena Delle… Continue reading ESPN Announces 2020 WNBA Season Television Schedule

2020 WNBA Season to Feature Commissioner’s Cup and Expanded 36-Game Schedule

The 2020 WNBA season will feature the first-ever Commissioner’s Cup tournament, an expanded schedule with 36 games per team and an increase in nationally televised games on ABC. The league’s 24th regular season tips off on Friday, May 15, 2020 and concludes on Sunday, Sept. 20. “We are incredibly excited to introduce a first-of-its-kind in-season… Continue reading 2020 WNBA Season to Feature Commissioner’s Cup and Expanded 36-Game Schedule

Troy Vincent, Sr. & Family Host ‘Bowling For Parkview’ During Super Bowl Week

Bowling for Parkview is a community celebration and fundraiser for Parkview Elementary School set to take place on Wednesday, January 29th at Bowlero in Miami, FL. Conceptualized under the leadership of Parkview Elementary School’s Principal Dr. Crystal Spence as a way to provide additional opportunities and resources for students, faculty, and staff, this fun-filled, celebrity-studded event… Continue reading Troy Vincent, Sr. & Family Host ‘Bowling For Parkview’ During Super Bowl Week

Cam Newton Wins Nationwide’s Charity Challenge

“Every 1 Matters.” That’s the mantra that inspires Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton and “The Cam Newton Foundation” as they work to enhance the lives of young people in the Charlotte, North Carolina area and around the country. Because of the support of Panthers Nation and fans across the country, Cam’s foundation will get extra… Continue reading Cam Newton Wins Nationwide’s Charity Challenge

NBA, Twitter and Turner Sports Announce Partnership Extension

After celebrating 10 years of #NBATwitter, the National Basketball Association (NBA), Twitter (NYSE:TWTR) and Turner Sports today announced a multiyear partnership extension that brings more live NBA game and on-demand content to Twitter than ever before. “As early adopters of the social platform, it is exciting to see the #NBATwitter community grow into one of… Continue reading NBA, Twitter and Turner Sports Announce Partnership Extension

National Fencing Champion Kamali Thompson Now Ranked 3rd in U.S.

 The Road to the 2020 Olympic Games  Salt Lake City  – Olympic hopeful and national fencing champion Kamali Thompson is closer to her goal of competing in the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo next summer after winning the bronze medal at the Salt Lake City North American Cup (NAC) on December 8, moving her ranking… Continue reading National Fencing Champion Kamali Thompson Now Ranked 3rd in U.S.

Devin Booker Receives November NBA Cares Community Assist Award

Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker has received the November NBA Cares Community Assist Award presented by Kaiser Permanente in recognition of his efforts to impact the lives of local children and families through his Devin Booker Starting Five initiative, the NBA announced today.  The award recognizes a player each month who best reflects the passion… Continue reading Devin Booker Receives November NBA Cares Community Assist Award

Jean Pascal to Defend WBA Light Heavyweight Title

WBA Light Heavyweight Champion, Jean Pascal, is scheduled to make his first title defense against former two-division champion, Badou Jack, on Saturday, December 28, 2019, in Atlanta, Georgia live on SHOWTIME from the award-winning State Farm Arena in a Premier Boxing Champions event. The telecast begins at 9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT and is headlined… Continue reading Jean Pascal to Defend WBA Light Heavyweight Title

Chance The Rapper, Common and Taylor Bennett to Perform at NBA All-Star 2020

The National Basketball Association (NBA) announced that three-time Grammy® Award winners and Chicago natives Chance The Rapper and Common will headline musical performances at the 2020 NBA All-Star Game on Sunday, Feb. 16 at United Center in Chicago.  Chance The Rapper’s brother, fellow rap artist Taylor Bennett, will perform at halftime of NBA Rising Stars… Continue reading Chance The Rapper, Common and Taylor Bennett to Perform at NBA All-Star 2020

Memphis Hustle Earn Top Seed In First-Ever MGM Resorts NBA G League Winter Showcase Tournament

The Memphis Hustle earned the top seed in the MGM Resorts NBA G League Winter Showcase tournament, following its first 12 games of action this season.  The Wisconsin Herd (2), Salt Lake City Stars (3) and Grand Rapids Drive (4) round out the four teams in the championship bracket. The 2019 NBA G League Winter… Continue reading Memphis Hustle Earn Top Seed In First-Ever MGM Resorts NBA G League Winter Showcase Tournament

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