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Enes Kanter Freedom Needs To Recognize How He’s Being Weaponized

Earlier this week, Enes Kanter became a U.S. citizen and officially changed his name to Enes Kanter Freedom. It was another bold step for a...
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Black Excellence In NCAA Wrestling Has Deep Roots

Collegiate wrestling isn't widely recognized as a home for Black champions. But if you're "rooting for everyone Black", you need to pay attention to...
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Welcome To First And Pen

Welcome to First And Pen! Today, January 11th, 2021, is our official launch day and I'm honored to be your host. "First And Pen"...
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Topps, Shaquille O’Neal Collaborate On New Card Collection

Shaq is a man of many names, and now all of the Shaqs have a limited edition card series thanks to Topps. Created by artists...
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First And Pen Launches Partnership With Vanderbilt’s Sports & Society Initiative

This week, First and Pen announced a new partnership with Vanderbilt's Sports & Society Initiative. The partnership focuses on telling stories at the intersection of...
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MLS Scores Through Diversity Efforts And Black Banking Partnership

While most are focusing on the diversity and social justice efforts in the NFL and NBA, MLS has quietly, yet successfully, scored victory after...
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Black Sportswomen Compete Against Much More Than Just Sexism

At the 2022 Critics Choice Awards on Sunday, Dame Elizabeth Jane Campion, a director, screenwriter, and producer, decided the best way to highlight her...
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Surya Bonaly Paved The Way For Future Figure Skaters

During the women’s free skate portion of the team event at the 2022 Winter Olympics, 15-year-old Kamila Valiyeva of Russia become the first to...
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The Dolphins Hired Mike McDaniel And Sparked A Black Identity Debate

Black NFL coaches were getting blanked again this offseason, going 0-6 with only three vacancies remaining. But on Sunday evening, the Dolphins hired San...
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The NLL’s “Every Child Matters” Shirt Honors Indigenous Culture And An Uncomfortable History

The National Lacrosse League (NLL) is paying tribute to Indigenous children and the sport's connection to Indigenous culture with a special "Every Child Matters"...
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RIP Desmond Tutu, A True Optimist And Believer In The Power Of Sports

Desmond Tutu, South African Anglican bishop, theologian and anti-apartheid and human rights activist passed away on Sunday at the age of 90. A man...
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“Colin In Black And White” Manifests The Power And Politics Of Hair For Black Athletes

A few years ago, I was on a flight to an academic conference for a research presentation. A few minutes after sitting down, an older...
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Michigan Running Back Uses NIL Earnings To Buy Turkeys For The Community

NIL deals have the potential to earn college athletes lots of money. But when their earnings are used for more than their own interests,...
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Black Athletes React To Kyle Rittenhouse Acquittal

The verdict in the Kyle Rittenhouse murder trial was by no ways surprising. Many expected it to happen based upon the judge's antics and...
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“Anything Is Possible” Reminds Us Of The Greatness Of Kevin Garnett

Kevin Garnett is one of the greatest to ever play the sport of basketball. He was a 15x NBA All-Star, league MVP, Defensive Player of...
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