Minneapolis South defeated St. Paul Central 80–77 to win the TC Championship, securing its first Twin City title since 1962.
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St. Paul Central Extends Winning Streak with 86–59 Win Over Southwest
St. Paul Central vs Minneapolis Southwest finished 86–59 as the Minutemen extended their winning streak and improved to 25-2.
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Committee Sports Group Highlights Black Coaches and Athletes During Black History Month
Committee Sports Group used Black History Month to highlight Black coaches and athletes and their historic accomplishments across the sports world.
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Rondale Moore’s Death Renews Focus on Mental Health in the NFL
Mental health in the NFL is under renewed scrutiny after the death of Rondale Moore, raising concerns about brain injury, stigma and emotional isolation in professional football.
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The overlooked challenger of MN Twins’ segregation
Minnesota Twins spring training segregation practices ended after Kwame McDonald and civil rights activists pressured the team to abandon segregated housing in the 1960s.
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Former prep players home for a visit
Minnesota athletes return home for college basketball matchups while others make history in Olympic and state championship hockey.
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Tartan Beats North for 26th Straight Victory
Tartan vs North 26th straight victory keeps the Titans undefeated at 26-0 after a 52-18 win.
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Washburn wins Twin City title
The Washburn Como Park girls basketball championship concluded with Minneapolis Washburn defeating St. Paul Como Park 61-52 for the Twin Cities title.
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Black coach representing at St. Bonifacius
Black basketball coaching representation Minnesota remains limited as Crown College assistant Travis Bledsoe highlights the importance of visibility at the Division III level.
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Who’s to thank for U of M’s athletic facilities?
McKinley Boston U of M athletic facilities upgrades in the 1990s modernized Minnesota athletics and elevated the Gophers’ competitiveness in the Big Ten.
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Sabathani Community Center to Unveil Southside Sports Hall of Fame
Southside Sports Hall of Fame Sabathani will debut Feb. 27, honoring athletes and community leaders who shaped South Minneapolis sports history.
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Yet more MIAC diversity
St. Catherine women’s basketball diversity is reflected in first-year player Beatrice Clayton and Assistant Coach Geno Bullard as the Wildcats build academic and athletic success.
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I didn’t want to go, but I’m glad I did
The Ronnie Henderson legacy includes unforgettable on-court brilliance, Hall of Fame honors, and decades of mentorship that shaped Minnesota basketball.
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‘Field Generals: History of the Black Quarterback’ Now Streaming on Peacock
Field Generals Black quarterbacks docuseries on Peacock examines the history, barriers, and cultural impact of Black quarterbacks in professional football.
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Players, coaches fondly recall ‘The Bull’ Henderson
Ronnie Henderson Minnesota basketball legend known as “The Bull” is remembered for state championships, Hall of Fame honors, and mentoring generations of young players.
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Adjusting to a faster game
Emmamuella Sennowo St. Olaf basketball journey reflects her adjustment to a faster MIAC pace and a new offensive role as a first-year forward.
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Coaches often struggle with work-life balance
Black women coaches mental health challenges were highlighted at the Black Student Athlete Summit, where panelists discussed stress, self-care and leadership in college athletics.
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More MIAC diversity – Representing Black hockey
Black hockey MIAC representation takes center ice as St. Olaf senior Kelijah McElroy reflects on his collegiate career and inspiring the next generation.
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Same old elephant in the room
The NFL diversity problem remains in focus after zero Black hires among 10 coaching vacancies, prompting renewed scrutiny of the Rooney Rule and ownership practices.
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Making Super Bowl and Black history
Black Super Bowl firsts highlight groundbreaking moments by quarterbacks, coaches, and executives in NFL history.