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Top Ranked American Tennis Player Coco Gauff Gifts UNCF $150,000

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Washington, DC,– UNCF is proud to announce a generous $150,000 gift from world ranked no. 3 professional tennis player Coco Gauff, which follows a $100,000 donation she made last year to UNCF. Like the previous gift, the latest contribution provides scholarships to students attending historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), who are playing competitive tennis. […]

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Delaware State University celebrates the HBCU experience at Scholarship Ball

Delaware State University celebrates the HBCU experience at Scholarship Ball, Sports /

Delaware State University has much to celebrate, and plenty of reasons to be grateful – for its students, for its many supporters, and for its growing reputation as one of the nation’s top historically black universities. Those bright sparks of success will light the stage this Saturday at the University’s sold-out scholarship gala, designed to

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FBI says point-shaving scheme targeted Division I, HBCU programs

FBI says point-shaving scheme targeted Division I, HBCU Programs, Sports /

By Edward G. Robinson III AFRO Sports Editor A federal investigation into point-shaving and sports bribery has resulted in indictments and arrests for 26 people accused of “fixing” NCAA Division I basketball games. The accused reportedly coerced, convinced and allegedly paid players to throw games in an effort to impact gambling bets. Authorities announced the details

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Soccer Quotes That Turn Self-Doubt Into Championship Energy

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Soccer is more than just a game. It’s a global passion that unites billions, transcending language, culture, and borders. At its core, soccer embodies teamwork, skill, resilience and the joy of play. The spirit of the sport is often captured in powerful quotes from legendary players, coaches, commentators, and even fans. Whether you’re a player

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Why LeBron James Isn’t An All-Star Starter This Season

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After a record 21 consecutive All-Star Game starts, LeBron James hasn’t been selected for this year’s game. This doesn’t close the door on a 22nd consecutive All-Star appearance for the four-time league MVP. The coaches get to vote in the All-Star reserves, which has always been tradition. But not being voted in is indicative of

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Coco Gauff’s HBCU Tennis Donation Puts Real Support Behind A Quiet Part Of College Sports

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Coco Gauff isn’t just making a donation—she’s putting money into a part of college athletics that rarely gets attention. This week, the tennis star pledged $150,000 to support HBCU tennis programs through the United Negro College Fund. It follows a $100,000 contribution she made last year, bringing her total investment connected to HBCUs to $250,000.

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Trinity Rodman Is The World’s Highest-Paid Women’s Soccer Player After Signing Record Contract That League Initially Rejected

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Trinity Rodman signed a record deal with the Washington Spirit on Thursday after weeks of uncertainty regarding her future in the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL). The deal includes a three-year contract worth over $2 million annually, according to ESPN. The deal had previously been rejected by the league. Trinity Rodman becomes the highest-paid player in

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Josh Jacobs Sparks Dating Rumors With Ash Kash After Posting Beach Video Holding Hands

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Josh Jacobs, the Green Bay Packers running back, and Ash Kash have become the subjects of dating rumors following the emergence of a video that appeared to feature the two. Jacobs uploaded this video to Snapchat. In this video, Jacobs can be seen walking on the beach with their hands joined together. However, this video

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Howard Flips The Script On Morehouse, Avenges Last Season’s MLK Day Loss

Avenges Last Season's MLK Day Loss, Howard Flips The Script On Morehouse, Sports /

Howard leaned on its dominance on the glass and a balanced scoring attack to pull away from Morehouse for a 78–69 victory in the MLK Day Classic on Monday at Burr Gymnasium.  Bison guard Ose Okojie set the tone with a game-high 21 points on 9-of-13 shooting, adding four rebounds and three assists in 33

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The Coach Vick Experience: First Season Of Trials & Hope, Echoes Dr. King’s Messages

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Michael Vick’s first message of hope and community for his Norfolk State Spartans came with trials, tribulations, and moments of growth during his inaugural season as a head coach. That journey resonates deeply as we observe the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. holiday—a reminder that faith, perseverance, and collective belief remain essential, especially when progress

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