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NCAA Student-Athlete 2.8B Settlement Expected To Be Finalized In April

In the changing landscape of college athletics, the term amateur will no longer apply to student-athletes in the new year due to the landmark decision from the Supreme Court in 2021, that allowed the current environment of students being compensated for their name, image or likeness. According to The Associated Press, as of April 7,… Continue reading NCAA Student-Athlete 2.8B Settlement Expected To Be Finalized In April

My Friends Are Better Than Yours Featuring Yvette N. Harris

Yvette N. Harris is a seasoned PR storyteller and media strategist, the visionary behind Harris Public Relations, a purpose-driven boutique PR firm. With more than 25 years of experience, Yvette’s career began at the United States Environmental Protection Agency in 1990. A native New Yorker, astute businesswoman, and single mother, she stands out for her… Continue reading My Friends Are Better Than Yours Featuring Yvette N. Harris

Rihanna Collaborates With PUMA To Release Avanti LS

Slim and sleek, the limited-edition Avanti LS is brand new and designed by Rihanna. A redesign from the original Avanti, the LS is light, minimal and cutting-edge with a striking new heal featuring short gum studs highlighting the turf styles of the past. Inspired by the legendary PUMA King football boot, the Avanti LS is… Continue reading Rihanna Collaborates With PUMA To Release Avanti LS

Harlem’s Rucker Park Designated As National Commemorative Site

Harlem’s famed basketball playground, Rucker Park has recently been designated as a National Commemorative Site after local politicians proposed the acknowledgment leading to President Biden signing the bill into law. New York Democratic Senator Charles Schumer and Democratic Representative Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) announced that the popular New York City playground was recognized through the Holcombe Rucker Park… Continue reading Harlem’s Rucker Park Designated As National Commemorative Site

My Friends Are Better Than Yours Featuring Corey ‘CL’ Llewellyn

Corey “CL” Llewellyn is a seasoned music magnate with more than 25 years of experience as a leader in promotion and marketing within the music industry. CL’s extensive resume boasts directorial positions at numerous major recording labels and reveals a go-getter attitude that propelled him into the music business at the young age of 17.… Continue reading My Friends Are Better Than Yours Featuring Corey ‘CL’ Llewellyn

Claressa Shields Is Looking To Add Another Boxing Title To Her Mantle

Claressa Shields, professional boxer and undisputed two-division champion is preparing for her next match in an attempt to keep her undefeated record while adding another championship belt to her waist when she goes home to Michigan to face undefeated boxer Danielle Perkins. According to The Detroit News, the fighter from Flint will fight Perkins at… Continue reading Claressa Shields Is Looking To Add Another Boxing Title To Her Mantle

Shaw University Hires Lamar Manigo To Lead Football Program

Shaw University has recently announced that it is bringing back a former employee to lead its football program. The HBCU has hired Lamar Manigo as the new head football coach of the Shaw Bears. He is making a return to Shaw University where he previously held the position of the Bears offensive coordinator from 2016… Continue reading Shaw University Hires Lamar Manigo To Lead Football Program

Unrivaled Reveals Uniforms For First Season’s 6 Teams

In December 2024, Under Amour was announced as Unrivaled’s official and exclusive uniform partner, and on Jan. 3, the league displayed the uniforms for the six teams on social media. The league is the brainchild of WNBA players Minnesota Lynx forward Napheesa Collier and New York Liberty forward Breanna Stewart. The league is a 3-on-3… Continue reading Unrivaled Reveals Uniforms For First Season’s 6 Teams

Kyrie Irving Signs 3 NBA Players To ANTA, Releases Latest KAI 1 Sneakers

ANTA Basketball and the brand’s Chief Creative Officer Kyrie Irving have announced the signing of three NBA players to join the team as brand ambassadors. The company brings on Cleveland Cavaliers’ Caris LeVert (who was teammates with Irving during their time with the Brooklyn Nets), Los Angeles Clippers’ Derrick Jones Jr., and Dallas Mavericks’ Daniel Gafford… Continue reading Kyrie Irving Signs 3 NBA Players To ANTA, Releases Latest KAI 1 Sneakers

Former Florida State Basketball Players File Lawsuit Alleging Non-Payment Of NIL Arrangement

Six former student-athletes from the Florida State University basketball team are suing head coach Leonard Hamilton alleging that he reneged on a promise to compensate them through their NIL (name, image, and likeness) to the tune of $250,000 for each player. According to The Associated Press, former players Darin Green Jr., De’Ante Green, Cam’Ron Fletcher,… Continue reading Former Florida State Basketball Players File Lawsuit Alleging Non-Payment Of NIL Arrangement

TNT Sports Announces Unrivaled Studio Commentators

TNT Sports Announces Unrivaled Studio Commentators Featuring Candace Parker, Renee Montgomery & Lauren Jbara   TNT Sports and Unrivaled Set Roster of Studio & Game Commentators for Inaugural Season   TNT Sports and Unrivaled today announced its roster of basketball analysts, reporters, and personalities that will anchor studio and game coverage for the inaugural season… Continue reading TNT Sports Announces Unrivaled Studio Commentators

Limited Edition Allen Iverson Card Hits Auction House, Starts With $160K Bid

An Allen Iverson trading card is on the auction block and it has already gotten a bid for over $150,000 surpassing a record-high price previously paid for an Iverson card. The card is listed on the Heritage Auctions website and is slated to end on Friday, Jan. 24 with an extended bid session scheduled to… Continue reading Limited Edition Allen Iverson Card Hits Auction House, Starts With $160K Bid

Drake Emerges As Best Selling Rapper For 2024

Arguably, the biggest hip-hop beef in history between Drake and Kendrick Lamar has declared that the Compton lyricist was the clear winner, but in an industry where numbers reign supreme, Drake is the victor in that department when he sold the most units in the United States. According to Chart Data, the “6” God sold… Continue reading Drake Emerges As Best Selling Rapper For 2024

Trailer Released For Latest Documentary On Diddy With Former Close Associates Speaking Out

The latest documentary detailing the alleged behavior of former Bad Boy CEO Sean “Diddy” Combs over the years before his September 2024 arrest features commentary from people who were at one time close to the entertainment mogul. A trailer was released by Peacock that promises inside information from people who, at one time or another… Continue reading Trailer Released For Latest Documentary On Diddy With Former Close Associates Speaking Out

Chicago Bulls Honor Hometown Hero Derrick Rose

After being waived from the Minneapolis Timberwolves shortly before the current NBA season started, Derrick Rose decided to retire from the game after playing 16 seasons and the team that drafted him, the Chicago Bulls gave him a tribute on Saturday, Dec. 4. According to NBA.com, the Bulls held a Derrick Rose Night during halftime… Continue reading Chicago Bulls Honor Hometown Hero Derrick Rose

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