Many high school athletes plan to sign national letters of intent during college football’s early signing period this week, completing a process fueled by recruiting services that identify top players and promote them publicly. A group of NFL greats is adding a new twist to the recruiting industry. Twelve Pro Football Hall of Famers, including...
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Bernie Mac’s ‘Mr. 3000’: 20 years later, the Black baseball accuracy remains
“Sportswriters hate me, but my numbers don’t lie. … They gotta let me in. It’s my year and everybody knows it.” Those are the words of one Stan Ross, played by the indomitable Bernard Jeffrey McCullough in the 2004 movie, Mr. 3000. A wildly underrated baseball movie in terms of being another vehicle for Bernie...
Dior and Darius Johnson Go CRAZY | UCF Vs Milwaukee Got INTENSE!
UCF took on Milwaukee last night and this game was nothing but high energy! UCF ended up taking the W. The final score was 84-76. The post Dior and Darius Johnson Go CRAZY | UCF Vs Milwaukee Got INTENSE! appeared first on Ballislife.com.
Denzel Washington’s real legacy: the family he and wife Pauletta built
Somewhere between the realms of endearment and erroneousness is this commentary about one of Hollywood’s greatest living actors: “Denzel Washington is the same person in all of his movies.” I certainly understand the sentiment. His wide, toothy grin endures whether he is an equalizer or corrupt cop. He is a force of nature, whether he’s...
Who’s afraid of Shaboozey?
It was 1971 and Charley Pride was about to make history. At the Country Music Association Awards, celebrated singer, songwriter and guitarist Glen Campbell opened up the envelope and flashed a knowing smile as if he had just been told the best news of the day. “The entertainer of the year … yeah, he’s due,...
Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels has goals on court, in community
Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels’ reputation as an elite defender grew last season when he was named to the 2024 NBA All-Defensive second team. Off the court, he is hoping to defend Minneapolitans from frigid winter elements that are on the way as well. McDaniels’ inaugural Jaden’s Winter Essentials Drive began on Nov. 18 and...
Eddie George prepares Tennessee State for its first postseason appearance since 2013
Winning a conference championship and earning a postseason berth were top goals for coach Eddie George when he took over Tennessee State University’s football program in April 2021. Four seasons later, the Tigers are the sole representative from a historically Black college or university to compete in this year’s FCS playoffs. Tennessee State will face...
Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving learns how to lead a sneaker brand with Anta
It’s not uncommon for NBA stars to go to China in the offseason to promote their shoe brands. LA Clippers guard James Harden was in China in August promoting Adidas wear and his signature wine. Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum, Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Dončić, New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson and Orlando Magic forward...
Delaware State twins lean on their bonds and roots as they embrace Black college life
Identical twins Kaseem and Kareem Watson are bonded in multiple ways beyond their looks. The first-year Delaware State University basketball players also share a strong work ethic, a passion for the game and a desire to make an impact on and off the court. The 6-foot-8 siblings, who are from Philadelphia, signed with the Hornets...
‘GNX’ gives us Kendrick Lamar at his realest
Kendrick Lamar has always been one of rap’s more fascinating and vulnerable acts. He’s let us into the deep recesses of his past, his thinking and his motivations. However, Lamar’s latest album, a surprise drop titled GNX, finds the Compton, California, MC speaking as his most raw, unfiltered self. And it’s largely thanks to a...