Meet Lynette Woodard, a Pioneer in NCAA Women’s Basketball
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This Women’s History Month, we’re shining a spotlight on a woman who changed the game, literally. Lynette Woodard is widely considered to be one of the greatest basketball players of all time, breaking records, norms and barriers for women athletes around the globe long before women’s basketball was even officially recognized as an official sport […]
7 Powerful Quotes from Black Women to Kick Off Women’s History Month!
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In the words of Beyonce, “Unique! That’s what you are!” As the world welcomes Women’s History Month, it is only fitting to begin this month-long celebration by reflecting on the profound words of Black women who have left invaluable marks on the fabric of time. Here are seven quotes to take with you in Women’s […]
Because of Her I Can with Kevin Durant’s Mother
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“Because Of Her I Can” is a program that highlights the bond between mother and child via conversations with African American success stories. It explores the sacrifice, investment, resiliency and role mothers play in protecting and nurturing the dreams of their children. Last May, Kevin Durant used his MVP speech to teach an entire generation how […]