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More Black People Are Hunting, And It’s Not Just For Sport

Black people have a long history of making something out of nothing.  In fact, while in the process of making due over time, gun ownership,...
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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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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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“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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NAACP Urges Free Agents To Say “No” To Texas

Texas has enacted a sweeping number of restrictions, adversely affecting large parts of the state's population. From restrictions on voting and a woman's right to...
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Enes Kanter Takes Brave Stand For Tibet So China Pulls Celtics’ Game Feed

Enes Kanter is not one to hold his tongue for anyone, especially when it comes to human rights issues. He has openly and fearlessly criticized...
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Kevin Durant Continues To Ball As An Investor

Kevin Durant, already one the best basketball players in the NBA today, has continued to develop his game off the court and has become...
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Famed Sports Posters Going Digital Through Blockchain-Based Costacos Collection

If you're a 70s or 80s baby, you remember sports posters and probably had them on every wall in your room. That meant that...
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Hip-Hop Will Finally Take Over The Super Bowl Halftime Show In 2022

Hip-hop fans, your prayers have been answered and your frustrations have been quelled. Hip-hop will finally represent at the Super Bowl. Today it was revealed that...
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