Tennessee State beats SEMO 79-71 in key OVC matchup

The Tennessee State men’s basketball team got a key conference victory Thursday night against SEMO. Although the Tigers only shot 39% (20-51) from the floor and 27% (3-11) they were able to get to the free throw line 42 times, where they connected on 36 of those attempts.  Despite a host of turnovers early, Tennessee State was able to take an early lead and showed the way until Luke Almodovar’s three-pointer put SEMO up 15-13 with 11:23 remaining in the opening half. Tennessee State briefly tied the game at 17,…

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SEMO lays 89-52 donkey kicking on Tennessee State

image via Tennessee State Basketball SEMO jumped on Tennessee State early and never took their foot off necks, as they put an 89-52 beatdown on the Lady Tigers. The Redhawks defense causes problems for TSU all evening, holding the Lady Tigers to just 35% (18-52) and 25% (4-16) from downtown. The Lady Tigers als has a difficult time securing the basketball, as the Redhawks turned TSU over 28 times, which turned into 36 SEMO points. After Kik Roberts’ layup tied the contest at 2 apiece, SEMO into a 17-0 run.…

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CIAA Tournament News: Fayetteville State beats Bowie State 86-83

Courtesy of the CIAA Fayetteville State (21–6, 14–2 CIAA) delivered its most dramatic performance of the season on Wednesday night, erasing a double-digit first-half deficit and outlasting Bowie State (8–22, 5–12 CIAA) in a thrilling 86–83 victory in the CIAA Tournament quarterfinals at CFG Bank Arena. Behind an electric second half and a masterful effort from Food Lion Player of the Game Terrell Williams, the Broncos punched their ticket to the semifinals, where they will face the winner of Thursday’s Virginia Union vs. Johnson C. Smith matchup on Friday, February 27 at…

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CIAA Tournament News: Fayetteville State defeats Virginia Union 56-49, moves on to semifinal round

Courtesy of the CIAA Fayetteville State (20–4) surged ahead early and withstood a late Virginia Union (17–9) push to secure a 56–49 victory on Wednesday evening at CFG Bank Arena, advancing to Friday’s semifinal round where they will face the top Northern Division seed, Bowie State, at 6 p.m. The win was anchored by the all-around impact of guard Talia Trotter, who was named the Food Lion Player of the Game. Fayetteville State wasted no time setting the tone. The Broncos opened the game on a decisive run, building a 22–12 lead…

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CIAA Men’s Basketball Tournament News: Virginia State beats Lincoln 76-60

Courtesy of the CIAA Virginia State (20–9) delivered a complete, composed performance in its CIAA Tournament opener, defeating Lincoln (PA) (10–20) by a 76–60 margin at CFG Bank Arena. Guided by Food Lion Player of the Game Jacob Cooper,who orchestrated the Trojans’ offense with poise and delivered clutch scoring throughout, Virginia State advanced to Friday’s quarterfinal round where they will face the winner of Claflin vs. Bluefield State on February 27 at 2:00 PM. The opening half showcased high-octane offense on both ends, with ten lead changes and both teams firing confidently…

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“Bloodline” Air Jordan 12 coming May 23

The on-again, off-again status journey of the “Bloodline” has taken another twist. The colorway, which was scrapped in 2024, was replaced by the “Flu Game” colorway that was released in 2025.  The “Bloodline”’is back on, set to release May 23.  We don’t have images, however, predictions indicate they will sport a black nubuck upper overlaid with lizard print mudguards on the lateral and medial sides. Red would show up on the top-most eyelets as well as tabs on the sides, the lateral of which reads “JORDAN.  A Jumpman topped pull should read “JORDAN QUALITY INSPIRED BY THE GREATEST PLAYER EVER.”  Underneath the upper…

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Black/Cement” Air Jordan IV to feature white edges and face box packaging 

Although their anticipated return is more than eight months, additional news has emerged regarding the “Black/Cement” Air Jordan IV.  Previous tidbits of information included their Black Friday release date as well as their availability will be more limited than originally anticipated. In the latest update, per zsneakerheadz, the 2026 iteration will feature white edges of upper panels as seen on the OG.  Additionally, they will also be housed in the MJ face box.  As it currently stands the “Black/Cement” Air Jordan IV is slated to return on Black Friday in…

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Both Olympic Golds, But Unequal Celebration

Written by SST Contributor Hodari P.T. Brown In a historic sweep at the 2026 Winter Olympics, both the U.S. men’s and women’s hockey teams captured gold medals. It was a rare and remarkable achievement. Yet the response from the nation’s highest office revealed how deeply sexism still runs in American sports and society. During a post-victory phone call with the men’s team, President Donald Trump congratulated them and invited them to attend the State of the Union. In that same exchange, he remarked that he would also have to invite…

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Nike Air Flightposite III to return in 2027!

Long-suffering fans of the Flightposite III can rejoice, as our prayers have finally been answered.  According to the incomparable zsneakerheadz, the third sneaker in the Flightposite line will make its long-awaited return in 2027.  At this very early juncture, there are no available images. Still, if it’s to keep in line with its 2001 progenitor, it should feature a black Foamposite upper that is thinner to rectify the weight and bulky issues that plagued the Flightposite II.  The most notable visual element should remain the large lenticular holograms that occupy…

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“Mummy Duck” Nike Air Foam One coming in 2026

This morbidly fascinating take on the Foamposite One is slated to debut in 2026.  No images have emerged yet but predictive speculation assigns an aesthetic of a black-patterned Foamposite upper. At the rear heel would appear a skeletal iteration of the Oregon duck, while on the rear pull tab “OREGON” appears.  Underneath resides a barely volt rubber outsole.  As it currently stands, the “Mummy Duck” Nike Air Foamposite One is slated to be part of Nike‘s holiday 2026 release roster. More information on these will be reported as it emerges. …

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