Category: News

Diamond Johnson declares for WNBA Draft

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Norfolk State guard Diamond Johnson has declared for the WNBA Draft.  Johnson announced her declaration to take her goal to the professional level in a post to her X account.  “I am excited to announce that I am declaring for the 2025 WNBA Draft. This decision comes after an incredible journey throughout my collegiate basketball career, where I have not only grown as an athlete but as a person. Thanks to the unwavering support and love from all of you.” Johnson has had a very decorated college starting at Rutgers,…

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Ben Crump makes $10,000 donation to Tennessee State hockey

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Notable attorney Benjamin Crump made a sizable donation to the Tennessee State’s hockey program.  “I am honored to support Tennessee State University as they break barriers and bring diversity to the sport of hockey,” said Ben Crump in a statement. “This team represents more than just competition on the ice — it’s about expanding opportunities, challenging stereotypes, and paving the way for future generations of Black athletes in hockey. I encourage others to join me in this important cause and help TSU make history.” In 2023 Tennessee State made history…

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Norfolk State’s Kierra Wheeler enters the transfer portal

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Norfolk State forward Kierra Wheeler has entered the transfer portal per reporting from BTN Scouting  This past season Wheeler was second on the team in scoring, 15.8 points per game, and steals, 1.9 per game, while also leading to Lady Spartans in rebounds (8.9 rpg) and blocks (2.4 bpg).

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JuJu Watkins tears right ACL against Mississippi State

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Juju Watkins hold her right knee in pain after tearing her ACL( image via Robert Gauthier / Los Angeles Times) USC star guard JuJu Watkins will miss the remainder of the NCAA Tournament with a torn ACL.  The injury occurred with 4:43 left in the first quarter of the Lady Trojans matchup against Mississippi State. Watkins was driving to the basket when she went down in between a pair of MSU defenders. She grabbed her knee and appeared to be in a great deal of pain.  She had to be…

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These are not “Infrareds” you are looking for

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Recently we reported on the return of the “Infrared” Air Jordan VI that was reportedly set to take place in 2026. It now appears that may not be the case, according to SneakerFiles, there is an Air Jordan VI coming in 2026 and it will feature the infrared color instead of the classic color it will be the “Reverse Infrared” iteration.  This colorway was based on the salesman sample from 1999-2000. It features much of the same visual elements ( black upper, infrared Jumpman at the tongue and lace locks,…

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PE Corner: That time Kobe wore these Kobe VIs

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Many of the subjects of our PE Corner segment have been Kobes, this is the first time a pair is being highlighted a pair worn by the man himself, the late, great Kobe Bryant.  This Mamba exclusive iteration of the Zoom Kobe VI sports a purple-scaled up in which the purple neatly appears black. Speaking of black, that is the hue of the Swooshes that adorns the sides. Black can also be worn via the leather overlay that wraps the heel, the Kobe logo that is perched atop the purple…

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PE Corner: LeBron wears these in his return against the Bulls

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LeBron James returned from a groin injury against the Chicago Bulls, a 146-116 beatdown in favor of the Bulls, in this latest player-exclusive iteration of his LeBron XXII.  They sport a vibrant blue nubuck upper paired with metallic silver that forms the Swoosh on the lateral side, wraps the heel, and extends onto the medial side. Metallic silver piping separates the blue and silver sectors and also comprises the LeBron signature at the rear heel. A LeBron XXII logo is perched atop the heel, rounding out the upper.  Underneath the…

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An initial look at the “Psychic Blue” Nike Air Foamposite One

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The “Psychic Blue” is one of several colorways of the classic Foamposite One silhouette that is in Nike’s 2025 release plans.  Initial images of one of the upcoming colorways, “Psychic Blue have emerged. They sport a psychic blue Foamposite upper paired with black nubuck at the eye rows, collar, and rear heel. A One Cent logo is seen on the rear heel with psychic blue present on the striped pull tabs at the tongue and rear heel.  Underneath resides a carbon fiber shank and a blue-tinted translucent rubber outsole.  Nike…

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More exciting 2026 Air Jordan news has emerged. According to the incomparable zsneakerheadz, the “White/Red” is slated to return in 2026 However this latest revelation for the next calendar year is tinged with disappointment, as zsneakerheadz also adds that it is this colorway to drop and not the “He Got Game” iteration that was previously reported.  At this early juncture, there are no available images, however, what should see is the standard aesthetic of this colorway of a white leather upper with dimpled side panels. Red suede should wrap the…

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Norfolk State’s Larry Vickers accepting Auburn job

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Norfolk State head women’s basketball coach Larry Vickers has repotedly accepted the head coach position at Auburn. “Larry embraced the challenge of rebuilding Norfolk State’s women’s basketball team, taking over a program in need of a transformation,” said Dr. Melody Webb, NSU’s Director of Athleticsin a statement. “Over the past decade, he has consistently exceeded expectations, crafting one of the most successful dynasties ever seen in HBCU sports. He has elevated our women’s basketball program to unmatched heights, establishing Norfolk State as a model of excellence in the sport.” « ;…

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