Author: Brandon King

“Light Smoke Grey/Anthracite” Nike Dunk Low coming fall 2024

Brandon King

This upcoming Nike Dunk Low is part of Nike’s fall release roster. They sport a tumbled anthracite leather foundational layer overlaid with light smoke grey suede at the toe, eye rows, wrapping the heel, and flanking the ankle.  Reflective Swooshes adorn the lateral and medial sides, with additional reflective detailing seen on the laces. Nike branding is seen on the tongue label and is embroidered on the rear heel.  Underneath the aforementioned upper resides a grey midsole as well as an anthracite rubber outsole.  The “Light Smoke Grey/Anthracite” Nike Dunk…

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“Black/Dusty Cactus” Nike Air 180 coming September 2024

Brandon King

This upcoming iteration of the Air 180 sports a black textile foundational layer overlaid with suede of the same hue. Alabaster leather Swooshes adorn the lateral and medial sides. Dusty cactus shows up on the 180 branding on the tonguef as well as the embroidered “NIKE AIR” presentc at the rear heel.  Dusty cactus also shows up on the heel stability cup and insole, with alabaster taking care of the inner.  Underneath resides a dusty cactus-accented black midsole and a translucent and solid rubber outsole.  As it currently stands, the “Black/Dusty…

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“Persian Violet/Light Wild Mango” Nike Air Max Plus coming this fall

Brandon King

This upcoming iteration of the fan-favorite Air Max Plus sports a mesh upper that transitions from the warmth of light wild mango to the cool hue of Persian violet. Pure platinum shows up at the cage that spans nearly the entirety of the upper as well as overlays present at the rear heel, sides, and bumper at the toe.  Violet-bordered Swooshes adorn the lateral and medial sides, while TN Air branding can be seen on the rear heel, tongue, and insole.  Underneath resides a midsole that features visible Nike Air…

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TC Taylor names starter for Jackson State’s Week 1 matchup

Brandon King

Earlier Monday on the SWAC Media Call, Jackson State head coach TC Taylor said Jacobian Morgan would be the Tigers’ starting quarterback for their Week 1 opener against Louisiana-Monroe.  Last season the Syracuse transfer appeared in six games for the Tigers, completing 83 of 123 passes for 842 yards, 10 touchdowns, and an interception. His best statistical effort was 26-36 for 373 yards and 5 touchdowns in a 40-14 beatdown of Arkansas Pine Bluff on October 28.  The Thursday night meeting will be the second between the two schools. In…

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Cooper Flagg signs NIL deal with New Balance

Brandon King

The apple of the eye of many NBA teams, Cooper Flagg has landed a NIL deal with New Balance.  Flagg said this to ESPN of the deal:  “The connection with New Balance as a family company and a company with Maine roots means a lot to me,” Flagg told ESPN. “That makes this different and special. My mom used to go to the tent sale for back-to-school shopping there when we were kids. That really aligns the brand with my roots. It’s a perfect fit.” Flagg was the Gatorade National…

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FAMU overcomes double-digit deficit to defeat Norfolk State 24-23 in MEAC/SWAC Challenge

Brandon King

It’s the primary goal of every SWAC and MEAC team is to end their season in Atlanta GA, where Florida A&M and Norfolk State are starting theirs. The two former MEAC foes faced off in the MEAC/SWAC Challenge  Falling behind 14-0 early the 2024 MEAC/SWAC Challenge looked like it could be headed to blowout territory and protracted garbage time, however, 17 unanswered points stretched over the second and third quarters helped lift Florida A&M to a 24-23 victory.  FAMU quarterback, Daniel Richardson, in his first start with the Rattlers, got…

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2024 MEAC/SWAC Challenge: Preview and Prediction

Brandon King

This Saturday former MEAC foes Norfolk State and Florida A&M will renew football acquaintances in the 2024 MEAC/SWAC Challenge.  The two schools last met on September 28, 2019, in a hotly contested matchup in which FAMU was able to escape Dick Price Stadium with a 30-28 win.  The Spartans went 3-8 last season, dropping 5 of their last 6 games, and come into the matchup looking to get not only a potential statement win that could springboard the Spartans into a winning 2024 campaign. Norfolk State has not finished a…

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XULA Tennis’ Nereo Suarez named to 2023-24 NAIA Academic All-America® men’s tennis second team

Brandon King

image via Yamlak Tsega Courtesy XULA Athletics  Xavier University of Louisiana’s Nereo Suarez was selected to the 2023-24 NAIA Academic All-America® men’s tennis second team by the College Sports Communicators.        The Academic All-America® award recognizes student-athletes for outstanding achievements in the classroom as well as in competition. Nominees must be a starter or important reserve with at least a 3.50 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale, and they must have participated in at least 50 percent of the team’s competitions. They also must have completed at least one full calendar year at…

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HBCU Go Sports Kickoff Show airs Saturday

Brandon King

This Saturday will see the airing of the HBCU Go Sports Kickoff Show, presented by Proctor& Gamble. Hosted by broadcasting legend Charlie Neal, the three-hour extravaganza is in its third year and equips HBCU fans with in-depth analysis, player profiles, interviews, and game highlights.  Covering all HBCU conferences, segments include:  The HBCU Go Sports kickoff show will air from noon to 3 pm EST. 

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”University Blue” Air Jordan XVII Low returning August 28

Brandon King

The long-awaited return of the Air Jordan XVII was seen as a case of Jordan Brand listening to the wishes of their customers. However in another one of their missteps, Jordan Brand slapped a $300 sticker price on the lows, which was doubled the $150 price tag of the original. Despite the attempted justifications of some enthusiasts, the addition of the suitcase, a feature that was exclusive to the three high colorways, was not enough to commensurate a doubling in price.  They sport a white leather tumbled leather upper with…

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