Day: March 18, 2019

Black and Red Air Jordan 4 release date change

Brandon King

As one of the most anticipated releases of 2019, many sneaker enthusiasts had May 11th circled on their calendars. It appears they will have to make an alteration to their plans for this shoe. This iconic shoe reutuns in its classsic black cement grey and fire red color palette, featuring a remastered build and “Nike Air” branding returns to its place on the heel, outsole and insole. Initially set to release May 11, the black and red Air Jordan 4 is now slated to release May at nike.com and select…

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“Hyper Crimson” Nike Air Foamposite Pro coming in April

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The Nike Air Foamposite Pro family will be adding a new member later this spring. This upcoming Foamposite Pro will equipped with a hyper crimson Foamposite upper that features an iridescent attribute. In addition, black is found flanking the laces and wrapping around the top of the collar, on the lateral swoosh, the inner and pull tabs. A black rubber outsole completes the aesthetic of this Foamposite Pro. The “Hyper Crimson” NIke Air Foamposite Pro, is set to release April 6 at nike.com and select Nike Sportswear retail venues. The…

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“Memphis Tiger” Air Foamposite One is getting a wider release

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After releasing as a limited quickstrike, the “Memphis Tigers” Nike Air Foamposite One is on the way to a wider release. Initially an exclusive for University of Memphis head basketball coach Penny Hardaway and his players and staff. It released March 9 in limited fashion, however it is headed for a wider release. The “Memphis Tigers” Nike Air Foamposite One will be releasing March 22nd via NIKE SNKRS. The sticker price is set at $230 USD. Nike Air Foamposite One “Memphis Tigers”Racer Blue/White-BlackBV8161-400$230March 22, 2019 

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Virginia Union’s season ended by Indiana (PA) in NCAA second round

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From Virginia Union Sports Information: Virginia Union University’s Jasmine Carter had a double-double while teammate Rejoice Spivey scored 20 points, but Indiana University of Pennsylvania defeated the Lady Panthers 66-58 in the second round of the 2019 NCAA Tournament on Saturday, March 16, in Glenville, W.V. Carter scored 11 points and grabbed 12 rebounds in the game.  It was the 10th double-double of the season for Carter. “I was really excited about playing IUP, which is a really good team,” said VUU Head Coach AnnMarie Gilbert.  “They execute well and have…

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Norfolk State to meet Alabama Wednesday in NIT First Round

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From meacsports.com : NORFOLK, Va. – MEAC regular-season champion Norfolk State will take on Alabama on Wednesday on the road in the National Invitation Tournament (NIT) first round after the bracket was announced on Sunday evening on ESPNU. The Spartans will be the No. 8 seed in the tournament and will face No. 1 seed Crimson Tide at 7 p.m. on Wednesday at Coleman Coliseum in Tuscaloosa, Ala. Norfolk State secured the MEAC’s automatic bid to the NIT after capturing the regular season title at 14-2. The Spartans own a 21-13 overall record. The…

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Howard to play in 2019 Roman College Basketball Invitational

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From meacsports.com : PRINCETON, N.J., March 17, 2019 – The Roman College Basketball Invitational (CBI) committee finalized its 16-team field, where Howard was among the squad’s invited to this year’s tournament. The announcement came Sunday evening after the NCAA Selection Show. “I’m happy for this team,” said Howard men’s basketball head coach Kevin Nickelberry. “Our student-athletes get an opportunity to be rewarded for their efforts this year and get a chance to participate in the postseason.” The 12th annual CBI Tourney begins Tuesday with one first-round game, followed by the remaining seven contests…

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Grambling to take on UTRGV Wednesday

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From Grambling Sports Information : GRAMBLING, La. | The Grambling State University men’s basketball team has one more game left and maybe more as head coach Donte’ Jackson announced on Sunday eveningthat the Tigers will play the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) in the opening round of the Collegeinsider.com Tournament. Tip-off against the Vaqueros is set for 7 p.m.from the UTRGV Fieldhouse in Edinburg, Texas. Grambling State (17-16), finished tied for third in the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) and was the fourth seed in last week’s conference tournament. The Tigers defeated Arkansas-Pine Bluff in…

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NBA Recap: March 17, 2019

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Top 5 Performers : G. AntetokounmpoMIL vs. PHI 52 16 7 19-21 ft Joel EmbiidPHI @ MIL 40 15 6 3 stl Chris PaulHOU vs. MIN 25 7 10 6-7 3-pt Kawhi LeonardTOR @ DET 33 10 2 5-8 3-pt Nikola VucevicORL vs. ATL 27 20 3 3 s Yesterday’s Scores: Toronto Raptors     107 Detroit Pistons     110 PTS K.Leonard-TOR – 33 TRB A.Drummond-DET – 17 Minnesota Timberwolves     102 Houston Rockets     117 PTS C.Paul-HOU – 25 TRB C.Capela-HOU – 13 Brooklyn Nets     116 Los Angeles Clippers     119 PTS D.Russell-BRK – 32 TRB 2 tied – 11 Charlotte…

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