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BREAKING: SWAC TV Expands National Reach With Dedicated FAST Channel Across Major Streaming Platforms

Brandon King

The Southwestern Athletic Conference is taking another major step in expanding the national audience for HBCU sports. The SWAC has announced the launch of a dedicated free, ad-supported streaming television (FAST) channel for SWAC TV, bringing conference programming to a broader audience across several major streaming platforms. The new SWAC TV FAST channel will be available through Prime Video, Plex, Xumo Play, Amazon Fire TV, Google TV and Dingo TV, with additional distribution platforms expected to be announced later. Unlike traditional subscription-based streaming services, FAST channels allow viewers to access…

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Jalen Brunson’s “What The Rick” Nike Kobe 5 PE Is Reportedly Releasing in 2027

Brandon King

Jalen Brunson’s personal connection to the Kobe line is getting another public release. The Jalen Brunson x Nike Kobe 5 Protro “What The Rick” is reportedly set to release to the public in Summer 2027, turning one of Brunson’s most personal Player Exclusives into a sneaker that Kobe fans and collectors will have a chance to own. The shoe carries a reported $200 retail price and style code JA7364-800. Brunson originally wore the colorful Kobe 5 during the Knicks’ 2025 playoff run. The sneaker is a tribute to his father,…

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Caitlin Clark Gifts Indiana Fever Teammates Caitlin 1s

Brandon King

Caitlin Clark is putting her Indiana Fever teammates on her signature sneaker wave. The Fever superstar gifted her teammates pairs of the Nike Caitlin 1, giving the team a special connection to Clark’s first signature shoe with Nike. Clark shared the gesture on social media, showing that the Caitlin 1 isn’t just becoming part of her own basketball identity—it is also making its way into the Fever locker room. The Caitlin 1 has become one of the most recognizable signature basketball sneakers in women’s basketball, and having Clark’s teammates wear…

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Steve Belichick Resigns as UNC Defensive Coordinator After Medical Leave

Brandon King

North Carolina football has announced another major change to its coaching and football operations structure. Steve Belichick has resigned as the Tar Heels’ defensive coordinator, according to ESPN’s Pete Thamel. Belichick had been on medical leave since Aug. 6 and had not returned to the team. UNC confirmed the resignation Thursday as part of a broader statement regarding its investigation into the football program.  Belichick’s resignation is effective Oct. 27, 2026, according to the university’s statement.  Steve Belichick Had Been Away From Team Since August Bill Belichick announced on Aug.…

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Making a Difference: Jalen Hurts Donates $600,000 to Bring Air Conditioning to Philadelphia’s Northeast High School

Brandon King

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts is continuing to make an impact off the football field. Hurts and the Jalen Hurts Foundation have committed $600,000 to help install a new cooling system at Northeast High School, one of Philadelphia’s largest high schools. The donation will specifically help air-condition the school’s auditorium, which can become extremely hot during warmer months. The project is expected to be completed for the 2027-28 school year. Hurts announced the donation during a visit to Northeast High on September 15, where more than 1,000 students, teachers and…

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Caitlin Clark for MVP? Yes , according to the Indiana Fever

Brandon King

Caitlin Clark is making her case for WNBA MVP. With the 2026 regular season entering its final stretch, the Indiana Fever are publicly campaigning for their star guard to receive consideration for the league’s top individual honor. And the numbers give Clark plenty to point to. Through 36 games, Clark is averaging 22.5 points, 3.9 rebounds, 8.4 assists and 1.0 steal per game, while shooting 45.6% from the field and 37.3% from three-point range. Her 22.5 points per game rank third in the WNBA, while her 8.4 assists per game…

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Jordan Brand Is Taking Over the Weight Room With New Jordan Strength Collection

Brandon King

The Jumpman is going beyond sneakers. Jordan Brand is expanding its performance footprint with the introduction of Jordan Strength, a premium collection of training equipment designed to bring the iconic Jumpman branding into the weight room. The collection represents a notable expansion for Jordan Brand, which has spent decades building the Jumpman into one of the most recognizable identities in sports and streetwear. Rather than limiting the branding to footwear and apparel, Jordan is putting the Jumpman directly onto equipment designed for strength and conditioning. What’s Included in Jordan Strength?…

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NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL and MLS Join Forces to Crack Down on Betting-Related Harassment

Brandon King

The NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL and MLS are joining forces with their respective players’ unions to push back against a growing problem surrounding legalized sports betting: threats and harassment directed at athletes, coaches and their families. The leagues and unions sent a joint letter Tuesday to gaming regulators in 35 states and Washington, D.C., calling for stronger protections against bettors who cross the line after losing wagers. The coalition wants states to establish rules that would permanently revoke betting privileges for anyone verified to have threatened or abusively harassed professional…

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Damian Lillard Says Today’s NBA Has an Entitlement Problem

Brandon King

Lillard is drawing a line between talent and experience. He praised today’s young NBA players as more talented than ever, but argued that organizations are increasingly handing teenagers and early-20s players franchise keys before they’ve learned how to lead, sacrifice or respect the hierarchy of an NBA locker room. His own rookie experience provides the contrast. Lillard entered the league in 2012 and described learning from veterans such as Mo Williams, Earl Watson and Jared Jeffries—even when those players weren’t necessarily major contributors on the court. The biggest difference, according…

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Taj Gibson Retires After 17 NBA Seasons, Returns to Chicago Bulls as Assistant Coach

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Credit: Getty Images Creator: Gregory Shamus Taj Gibson’s NBA playing career is over — but his basketball journey isn’t. After 17 seasons in the NBA, Gibson is retiring as a player and returning to the Chicago Bulls as an assistant coach under head coach Tiago Splitter, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. For Gibson, the timing couldn’t be more fitting. The Brooklyn native is returning to the organization that gave him his first NBA opportunity in 2009. The Bulls selected Gibson with the No. 26 overall pick in the first round of the…

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