‘Rumble in the Jungle’: Ali, Foreman Families Unite to Celebrate 50th Anniversary of Iconic Fight
To celebrate 50 years since the historic “Rumble in the Jungle” fight, the families of boxing legends Muhammad Ali and George Foreman united.
Texas High School Jamboree Tour: The Best of Thanksgiving Basketball
The d-mars.com is teaming up with the Nelson Brand Sports organization to sponsor the Thanksgiving Texas High School Basketball Jamboree tour.
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Simone Biles Developing New Restaurant in Bush Airport
World-renowned gymnast and Houston native Simone Biles is developing a new restaurant at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) called Taste of Gold, in partnership with The Playmakers Group.
NBA Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo Dies of Brain Cancer at 57
Dikembe Mutombo, one of the NBA’s greatest shot blockers, died of brain cancer, the league announced.
LeBron James Family Foundation Inspires a Blueprint for Community Empowerment
Gloria James and family members of NBA superstar LeBron James highlighted the extraordinary impact of the LeBron James Family Foundation.
Hank Aaron Swinging Into a Post Office Near You
The U.S. Postal Service dedicated the Hank Aaron stamp during a ceremony on July 31 at Truist Park in Atlanta.
Simone Biles Dominates Olympic Qualifying Round Despite Injury
Simone Biles made a spectacularly successful return to the Olympics by dominating the qualifying round despite a calf injury that would have sidelined most athletes.
Bronny James to Join Dad LeBron James on Lakers, Making NBA History
LeBron “Bronny” James Jr. is joining his father on the Los Angeles Lakers team after the 2024 NBA draft.
Baseball Legend Willie Mays Dies at 93
Willie Mays, the iconic Hall of Famer often hailed as the greatest player in baseball history, has died at 93.
Josh Gibson: What to Know About Talented Negro League Power Hitter Breaking MLB Records
Josh Gibson, a standout in the Negro Leagues, is now leading multiple MLB batting categories.
MLB Integrates Negro Leagues Stats, Elevating Long-Overlooked Stars to Major League Status
Major League Baseball (MLB) has taken a historic step to rectify a long-standing oversight by officially incorporating Negro Leagues statistics into its historical record.
Brazoswood HS Senior Breaks School’s Triple Jump Record a 6th Time, Set to Graduate
Brooklyn Baker, a straight-A student with a 3.8-grade point average, is known for accomplishments that have put a spotlight on Brazoswood High. She recently broke the girls’ triple jump record for the sixth time this past track season with a jump of 40 feet 1.5 inches and broke the girls’ long jump record with a jump of 19 feet and 9.75 inches.
Angel Reese, Kamilla Cardoso drafted to Chicago Sky; Indiana Fever Select Caitlin Clark
The 2024 WNBA draft was an exciting one as the next generation of women’s basketball players were selected by their new teams.
O.J. Simpson, Athlete and Figure in American Legal History, Dies at 76
O.J. Simpson, a figure in both the sports world and the annals of American legal history, died from cancer at the age of 76.
Baseball Hall of Fame to Honor Hank Aaron with Statue Unveiling; U.S. Postal Service to Issue Commemorative Stamp
In conjunction with the opening events for the new exhibit, “More Than Brave: The Life of Henry Aaron,” at the Atlanta History Center, Hall of Fame Chairman of the Board Jane Forbes Clark announced plans to unveil a bronze statue of Aaron at the National Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown on May 23.
South Carolina Beats Iowa to Complete Undefeated Season, Win 2024 Women’s NCAA Title
The 2024 NCAA DI women’s basketball tournament is complete, and South Carolina took down Iowa 87-75 to complete an undefeated season.
LSU Star Angel Reese Declares for WNBA Draft Through Vogue Photo Shoot
Louisiana State University star basketball player Angel Reese is headed to the Women’s National Basketball Association.
Houston Astros Opening Day: What to Know
The Houston Astros are set to play against the New York Yankees at Minute Maid Park on Thursday and Joe Espada will make his debut as the new team manager.
Spotlight on Women in Sports History
Fortunately, women aren’t competing just for the money. They are in it for the love of the game, and the opportunity to blaze trails for women behind them.
Dawn Staley: Top-Paid Women’s College Basketball Coach
In honor of Women’s History Month, did you know that SC’s Women’s Basketball Coach Dawn Staley is the highest-paid Black coach earning $2.9 million annually? We see you!