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Aliyah Boston Undergoes Successful Knee Surgery: What We Know About the Fever Star’s Recovery

Brandon King

INDIANAPOLIS — Indiana Fever star Aliyah Boston has undergone successful surgery to repair the lateral meniscus in her right knee, giving the four-time WNBA All-Star an opportunity to begin her offseason rehabilitation. The Fever announced Thursday, October 15, that Boston underwent a right knee arthroscopy on Wednesday. The procedure was performed by Dr. Corey Kendall at OrthoIndy. According to the team, Boston will begin rehabilitation with Indiana’s medical and performance staff. The Fever have not announced a timetable for her return, and further updates will be provided as they become…

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BREAKING: Air Jordan VI OG “Sport Blue” Returns in Fall 2027

Brandon King

Jordan Brand is bringing back the “Sport Blue”Air Jordan VI OG in Fall 2027, giving sneakerheads another opportunity to grab one of the classic colorways from Michael Jordan’s signature sneaker line. The Air Jordan VI Retro OG is expected to return with style code CT8529-115 and the coveted Nike Air branding on the heel, staying true to the original look that longtime Jordan fans know and love. Originally released in 1991, the “Sport Blue” colorway pairs a white leather upper with black and Sport Blue accents. Its clean color blocking…

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UAPB breaks ground on historic Track & Field and Soccer Complex

Brandon King

A new chapter in University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff athletics is underway! The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) has officially broken ground on its first-ever on-campus track and field and soccer complex, marking a major milestone for the Golden Lions. The historic project received a significant boost from a $3 million award through the American Rescue Plan, helping advance a facility project that will expand UAPB’s on-campus athletic infrastructure. The new complex represents an important step forward for Golden Lions student-athletes and the university’s continued investment in…

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Clark Atlanta University Senior Morgan Gamble Killed in Crash Involving Driver Traveling 94.4 MPH, Police Say

Brandon King

The Clark Atlanta University community is mourning the loss of 21-year-old Morgan Gamble, a senior whose passion for media production, leadership and storytelling was cut short in a fatal Atlanta crash. According to Atlanta police, Gamble died after a vehicle driven by Nikolai Dunford struck her car around 11:30 p.m. Tuesday, October 13, at the intersection of Hank Aaron Drive and Glen Street in southeast Atlanta. Investigators reportedly downloaded the vehicle’s event data recorder, which showed Dunford was traveling 94.4 mph in a 35 mph zone, according to a police…

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Nike Air Max 95 “Mystic Dates” Brings a Berry-Toned Look for Fall 2026

Brandon King

Nike is giving the women’s Air Max 95 a seasonal makeover with the upcoming “Mystic Dates” colorway, a rich combination of berry, pink and burgundy-inspired tones that fits right into the fall sneaker rotation. The new colorway puts a fresh spin on the iconic Air Max silhouette, combining layered materials with a deeper color palette that stands apart from traditional neutral fall sneakers. A Closer Look at the Nike Air Max 95 “Mystic Dates” The sneaker features a mix of Mystic Dates, Desert Berry and Pink Smoke, creating a gradient-like…

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Nike LeBron 24 “Wear Test” Sample Limited to Just 50 Pairs

Brandon King

Nike is keeping things exclusive with this ultra-rare Nike LeBron 24 “Wear Test” sample, reportedly limited to just 50 pairs worldwide! Each pair features an individually numbered outsole, adding another layer of exclusivity to a sample that most sneakerheads will likely never get their hands on. According to Sneaker Bar Detroit⁠, Nike Basketball produced just 50 pairs of the Nike LeBron 24 “Black” Wear-Test Sample, distributing them to select guests during an event at its Beaverton campus. Photos surfaced through basketball creator @dghoops. What Makes This Pair Special? The all-black…

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OFFICIAL IMAGES: Nike Basketball’s Halloween 2026 Collection Is Scary Good

Brandon King

Nike Basketball is bringing the Halloween spirit to the hardwood with a frighteningly creative footwear collection arriving October 23, 2026. Nike Basketball has officially unveiled images of its Halloween 2026 collection, featuring a lineup of signature basketball sneakers inspired by monsters, vampires, zombies and other spooky themes. The collection puts a Halloween twist on several popular signature models, including the Nike Caitlin 1, Nike Sabrina 4, Nike Ja 4, Nike Giannis Freak 8, Nike KD 19, Nike Book 2 and A’ja Wilson’s Nike A’Two. Cade Cunningham’s Nike S.T. Charge and…

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University of Maryland Suspends Club Tennis Team After Racist KKK Imagery Found in Tournament Materials

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The incident involving a regional collegiate tennis tournament has prompted a university investigation, apologies to participating teams, and renewed questions about accountability in campus athletics. The University of Maryland has suspended its club tennis team indefinitely after racist imagery depicting Ku Klux Klan (KKK) hoods was discovered in materials distributed ahead of a regional collegiate tennis tournament. The incident came to light over the weekend after Howard University’s club tennis team president, Toni Rachal, reportedly discovered the graphic while reviewing a Google document containing tournament information, including scheduling details and…

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Prairie View A&M Shakes Up Coaching Staff After 2–5 Start as SWAC Title Defense Hits Turbulence

Brandon King

The defending SWAC champions are making midseason coaching changes after consecutive conference losses, with offensive coordinator Christopher Buckner and defensive backs coach Darren Garrigan among those reassigned. Prairie View A&M is making changes to its football coaching staff as the Panthers look to turn around a disappointing start to the 2026 season. According to FootballScoop, sources confirmed on Monday, October 12, that Prairie View A&M is making multiple coaching staff changes after opening the season with a 2–5 record. Additional reporting from Sports Illustrated’s HBCU coverage identified offensive coordinator Christopher…

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Nike Air Raid II Is Finally Making a Comeback After Decades in the Vault

Brandon King

The iconic ’90s basketball sneaker is back on Nike’s radar, with Frank Cooker teasing the legendary “Urban Jungle Gym” colorway. Sneakerheads who have been waiting for the Nike Air Raid II to return may finally have a reason to celebrate. Nike designer Frank Cooke has teased the return of the Air Raid II, an elusive basketball sneaker from the 1990s that has never received a proper retro release. The teaser features the heel of the original “Urban Jungle Gym” colorway, also associated with the memorable “Live Together, Play Together” campaign.…

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