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Jasmine Camacho-Quinn Wins Gold Medal in 100-Meter Hurdles
By: Tadi Abedje In the 100-meter hurdles, Camacho-Quinn finished out on top, as she clocked in at 12.37 seconds. She ranked ahead of Kendra Harrison, Megan Tapper, Tobi Amusan, Nadine Visser, Devynne Charlton, Gabrielle Cunningham and Britany Anderson. RELATED: Report: Sprinter Sha’Carri Richardson Fails Drug Test, Could Miss Olympics As a result of her accomplishment, Camacho-Quinn became the second Olympian representing Puerto Rico to win a gold medal. Tennis player Monica Puig was the first when she won it in the 2016 Olympics in Brazil. This was an early birthday present for the track star, as her birthday is on August 21. “It means a lot. Growing up my momma let it be known, like, this is Puerto Rican […]Read more...
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National Hockey League’s First Black Player Set to Receive Congressional
By: Alyssa Wilson Willie O’Ree, the first Black player for the National Hockey League, will be awarded a Congressional Gold Medal. Democratic Senator Debbie Stabenow from Michigan and Republican Senator Tim Scott of South Carolina introduced the legislation in February, The Hill reported. Now that it has been approved by the Senate, it heads to the House for consideration. RELATED: Tennessee State University Considering Ice Hockey Programs From the hockey arena to serving young athletes in his community, Willie O’Ree’s legacy has inspired generations. I urge my colleagues in the House to pass the Willie O’Ree Congressional Gold Medal Act in recognition of NHL legend Willie […]Read more...
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Obama Joins NBA Africa as Partner and Minority Owner
Former President Barack Obama has joined NBA Africa as a strategic partner and minority owner, the –league announced Tuesday. “The NBA has always been a great ambassador for the United States— using the game to create deeper connections around the world, and in Africa, basketball has the power to promote opportunity, wellness, equality, and empowerment across the continent,” Obama said in a statement. “By investing in communities, promoting gender equality, and cultivating the love of the game of basketball, I believe that NBA Africa can make a difference for so many of Africa’s young people.” Today @BarackObama joins NBA Africa as a […]Read more...
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Chris Paul Launches HBCU Basketball Tournament
By: Tadi Abedje The historically Black colleges and universities that will be featured in the tournament are Virginia Union University, West Virginia State University, Morehouse College and Winston-Salem State University. The contests are believed to be televised. RELATED: Rap Artist Cordae Partners with Disney to Support HBCUs This is just another big project from Chris Paul, as he continues to be a huge advocate for HBCUs. Currently, he is enrolled at Winston-Salem State University (WSSU) where he is working on a bachelor’s degree in communications. Also, Paul wears the WSSU gear to NBA games to put the attention on the schools. “I appreciate the collaboration of the Basketball Hall of Fame and Mohegan Sun […]Read more...
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California Lawmaker Wants to Dedicate Aug. 24 as ‘Kobe Bryant
By: ShaCamree Gowdy Kobe Bryant Day is upon us, America. California Republican representative Michelle Steel has introduced a resolution to name Aug. 24 after the late Los Angeles Laker Hall of Famer, per The Hill’s Judy Kurtz. RELATED: Kobe Bryant posthumously inducted into Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame The only NBA player to have two numbers retired by the same team, Steel chose the date as a reference to Bryant’s two jersey numbers: 8 and 24. Fans would be encouraged to spend the day giving back to their communities in honor of the late sport hero’s legacy. “Kobe Bryant used his platform to inspire millions and help kids around the […]Read more...
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Simone Biles Withdraws From Individual All-Around Event at Tokyo Olympics
By: Teddy Grant Gymnast Simone Biles withdrew from the individual all-around competition at the Tokyo Olympics on Wednesday to focus on her mental health, according to USA Gymnastics. USA Gymnastics said it completely supported Biles’ decision to withdraw from the competition, CNN reported. “After further medical evaluation, Simone Biles has withdrawn from the final individual all-around competition at the Tokyo Olympic Games, in order to focus on her mental health,” USA Gymnastics said on Twitter. They added, “Simone will continue to be evaluated daily to determine whether or not to participate in next week’s individual event finals. We wholeheartedly support Simone’s […]Read more...
