The rosters and coaches are now set for the new Unrivaled 3×3 women’s pro league, which is co-founded by Napheesa Collier and Brianna Stewart and is made up of current WNBA players.
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Local and national sports reporting and commentary by the state’s leading African American sportswriters, including award-winning columnists Charles Hallman and Dr. Mitchell Palmer McDonald, with a special emphasis on the local prep scene and disparities in sports administration and media coverage.
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State’s rich athletic legacy celebrated in new pop-up exhibit
The Minnesota Sports Hall of Fame has been revived and will be a pop-up exhibit on the lower level of the Dayton’s Project in downtown Minneapolis, featuring displays of “firsts,” Olympic success, the Metrodome, women’s sports, and more.
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The Barn evokes memories good and bad
Williams Arena, one of the oldest college basketball arenas in America, lacks recognition of its two all-time best guards, Archie Clark and Ray Williams, despite their solid NBA careers.
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Fourth Black HC invades The Barn so far this season
Reggie Theus, head coach and athletic director at Bethune-Cookman, is raising funds to build a championship culture and appreciates the significance of competing against another Black head coach.
Posted inThe Prep Scene
A blast from the past
Tyler Johnson, a former Minnesota Gophers wide receiver, caught a 24-yard pass in overtime to set up the winning touchdown for the Los Angeles Rams in their 26-20 victory over the Seattle Seahawks.
Posted inOdds and Ends
Gopher rowers earn their respect
Radhika Ajmera and Misha Shah are the only two rowers of color on the University of Minnesota rowing team, and both are successful in the classroom and respected for their hard work in the sport.
Posted inCoaching while Black
Black coaches make impact in college basketball: Eastern Illinois, Cleveland State and Yale
Three Black Division I head coaches, Marqus McGlothan, Daniyal Robinson, and James Jones, recently discussed their experiences coaching at different levels of sports, highlighting the importance of diversity and longevity in the coaching profession.
Posted inBlack College Sports Weekly
TSU’s Playoff Return Under Eddie George and Ty Grace’s Rising Legacy at Howard
Tennessee State clinched a share of the Big South football Championship, and head coach Eddie George has received a four-year contract extension, while Howard University head women’s basketball coach Ty Grace has also received a four-year contract extension.
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Experienced assistant coaches strengthen Tommies
Tiana Jones and Kenneth Lowe are assistant coaches for the St. Thomas men’s and women’s basketball teams, respectively, and are committed to helping their players reach their full potential both on and off the court.
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Twins’ Diversity and New Ownership Take Spotlight as EIU Coach Aims to Upset Gophers in ‘Money Game
Marqus McGlothan, former assistant coach at Eastern Illinois, has been named interim head coach and is looking forward to his first matchup against the Gophers as HC.
Posted inThe Prep Scene
The game that changed my life
On February 17, 1979, Ben Coleman’s whole life changed when he attended the Twin City basketball game between St. Paul Central and Minneapolis North, which featured some of the state’s top prospects and led to a decade of success for both programs.
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Asst. Coach Turner improves Wolves’ defense
Elston Turner, a former NBA player and current assistant coach for the Minnesota Timberwolves, has been praised for his defensive skills and his ability to coach players and implement defensive strategies.
Posted inBlack College Sports Weekly
Fighting in Black college FB is not alright
The MEAC and SWAC conferences have issued suspensions and fines to players and coaches involved in post-game incidents, emphasizing their commitment to maintaining a safe and respectful environment for all participants.
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Howard Bison Shine: NEC Titles, Player Honors, and Milestones
Brent Leiba of Howard University achieved a historic trifecta in a remarkable season, leading the team to its first NEC regular season crown, winning the league tournament, and reaching the NCAAs for the fourth time.
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‘Binding Truth’ a story of race, justice, history
Louise Woehrle’s film “A Binding Truth” tells the story of a Black high school football player who transferred to a White school and was denied a spot on the state’s all-star game due to race, leading to one of North Carolina’s most volatile civil rights cases.
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‘Basketball State’ champions MN hoops history
Gabe Hostetler’s documentary “Basketball State: The Land of 10,000 Hoops” pays tribute to Minnesota’s trailblazers in boys and girls basketball, and is set to stream on a streaming platform soon.
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There’s something special about coaching at your own alma mater
Chris Crutchfield, head coach of Nebraska Omaha MBB, recently used a stool that belonged to former Gophers coach Clem Haskins, and is working hard to make it work at his alma mater.
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Jake Paul and Mike Tyson Set for Tonight’s Historic Showdown at AT&T Stadium
Jake Paul and Mike Tyson are set to face off in a highly anticipated boxing match tonight, with the weigh-ins held yesterday and the fight set to stream live on Netflix.
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Dillard sweeps Talladega to capture 2024 HBCUAC volleyball title
Dillard University’s women’s volleyball team won the 2024 HBCUAC tournament, led by head coach Angela Franke, and will advance to the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) Volleyball Championship opening round.
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‘Force of Blue’ captures North High’s 2020 season
Jeffrey Williams’ documentary “Force of Blue” follows the North High Polars football team during the 2020 season, highlighting the unique relationship between the predominantly Black players and their Black coaches who are policemen.