Tyrod Taylor Makes History as First Black Quarterback to Win Game for the NY Giants
The New York Giants, a team that joined the NFL back in 1925, witnessed a historic moment on October 22. For the first time in the team’s over 90-year history, a Black quarterback led them to victory, NBC Sports reports. Tyrod Taylor, a seasoned 34-year-old quarterback who has played for several teams throughout his career, […]
Morgan State Makes History as First HBCU to Offer Division 1 Acrobatics and Tumbling
Morgan State is diversifying NCAA sports! Acrobatics and tumbling is one of just two American sports, alongside football, that was founded at the college level, The Baltimore Banner reports. For long, it wasn’t considered a “real” sport and is most associated with cheer teams. But in 2020, all of that changed when acrobatics and tumbling […]
Sha’Carri Richardson to Have Track Field Renamed After Her by Dallas School District
Sha’Carri Richardson deserves her latest honor! The Dallas Independent School District Board of Trustees voted recently to rename the track field at Jesse Owens Athletic Complex’s John Kincaide Stadium, reports Olympics.com. In a unanimous decision, the track will now be named after three-time world medalist Richardson, who has been making history as one of the […]
Kevin Durant Honors His Mother Wanda With New KD 16 Sneaker
Kevin Durant is showing some love to his mother, Wanda Durant, through his new Nike sneaker release. We are getting the first look at the Nike KD 16 that is dedicated to the basketball star’s mom. The “Wanda” KD 16 features a mint green colorway — which is a nod to Wanda’s favorite color. According […]
Angel Reese Signs Reebok Endorsement Deal for Brand’s First Major NIL Partnership
Angel Reese just signed with Reebok! The Louisiana State University All-American basketball player just announced her endorsement deal with the major shoe and athletic apparel company. “Reebok x Angel Reese – We’re proud to announce a new partnership with college hoops star @angelreese10 🏀,” Reebook and Reese shared in a joint Instagram post. In an interview shared […]
The First Woman Pitcher in Negro League to Have DC Street Named After Her
Mamie “Peanut” Johnson, the pioneering woman who made history as the first female pitcher in the Negro League, will be honored with a Washington, D.C. intersection bearing her name. On October 11, Mayor Muriel Bowser announced that the intersection currently known as “Dave Thomas Circle” will be renamed “Mamie ‘Peanut’ Johnson Plaza” in tribute to […]
Fisk University Appoints Valencia Jordan as Its New Director of Athletics
Fisk University has appointed alumna Valencia Jordan as its new Director of Athletics, a role that brings her back to her alma mater. Jordan, a former volleyball standout at the HBCU, played for Fisk from 1981 to 1982, HBCU Buzz reports. Expressing her enthusiasm for the position, Jordan stated, “Being an AD is a dream […]
Shaquille O’Neal Makes History by Becoming First President of Reebok Basketball
In a historic move, retired NBA icon Shaquille O’Neal has been appointed as the inaugural president of Reebok’s basketball division. The company made the major announcement on Thursday, reports CBS News. Alongside O’Neal, former NBA star Allen Iverson will join the company in the capacity of vice president of basketball for the brand. According to […]
Paul Quinn College Becomes First HBCU to Host G League Basketball Game
It’s a first for historically Black colleges and universities! The San Antonio Spurs’ G League affiliate, the Austin Spurs, are set to make history by participating in the first G League game at an HBCU, Kens 5 News reports. The Spurs will face off against the Texas Legends at Paul Quinn College in Dallas, Texas. […]
Michael Jordan Becomes First Pro Athlete to Rank Among America’s 400 Wealthiest People as Net Worth Rises to $3B
Michael Jordan’s net worth is sky-high! The former professional basketball player turned businessman is making headlines for becoming one of the 400 wealthiest people in America, according to Forbes. The NBA legend’s addition to the list is making history since he’s the first professional athlete to reach this level of wealth in the country. Jordan […]