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SIAC announces 2021-22 All-Academic honourees

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From the SIAC: A record high, 1,474 student-athletes, was named to the 2021-22 Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SIAC) Commissioner’s All-Academic Team for maintaining at least a 3.0 or better cumulative grade point average throughout the 2021-22 academic year. Student-athletes with a 3.2 or higher were considered for all-academic team honors. The number of student-athletes selected in each sport is determined by the number of positions usually involved in that sport. Fifty-one students from 13 institutions recorded a 4.0 grade point average. Benedict College and Kentucky State University led all institutions in this year’s…

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Alabama State footballer Awysum Harris passes away

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Courtesy of Alabama State Atheltics Montgomery, Ala.—Alabama State University Athletics is saddened to announce the passing of Sophomore Linebacker Awysum Harris, from Decatur, Alabama. “The Athletic Department mourns the loss of one of its talented student- athletes, and our deepest sympathy is extended to his family,” said Athletic Director, Dr. Jason Cable. Cable, Head Coach Eddie Robinson and President Quinton T. Ross, Jr. met with the Hornets football team Sunday evening. “Our team is really hurting right now. As a matter of fact, all of us are heartbroken by this loss,” said Robinson. “Tonight, we…

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Take a look at these latest images of the ”Fire Red” Air Jordan 9

Brandon King

In our initial article on the ”Fire Red” Air Jordan 9, we did get on Jordan Brand’s case, and rightfully so, but this is actually a good-looking shoe. I still remain on my stance both this release and the ”Olive Concord” 9 are little more than pre-hype building, for the colorways we really want, cash grabs. In the case of the ”Fire Red” , well-executed, but shameless cash grabs nonetheless. As you will see below, a set of new images came to light, and it shows the grey overlay is…

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An initial look at the FAMU x Nike Dunk Low

Brandon King

On the heels of the recently unveiled Clark Atlanta version, images of a FAMU version of the Nike Dunk Low have come to light. This Dunk Low sports a white leather foundational layer overlaid with orange at the toe, eyerow and wrapping the heel. Green Swooshes adorn the lateral and medial sides. Other features included “1887” the founding year of FAMU, on the heels, ”COLAC” (College of Love and Charity) on the lateral forefoot, “WE DIFFERENT” on the heel with a Rattler logo reportedly present on the tongue. Underneath resides…

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Big players got big bags in free agency

Brandon King

Day 2 of NBA Free Agency has come and we have seen some player movement, most notably the trades of Dejounte Murray and Rudy Gobert to the Atlanta Hawks and Minnesota Timberwolves, respectively . However the saga in Brooklyn notwithstanding, several star players remained with their teams, either through opting to ink a new deal or just outright signing extensions. Here are some of players, who may have reached an even higher tax bracket over the past 48 hours: Nikola Jokić, 5-year, $270 million Nikola Jokić is coming off a…

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“Fire Red” Air Jordan 3 postponed until September

Brandon King

The “Fire Red” Air Jordan 3 one of the most anticipated releases of 2022. It now appears that anticipation will have to wait a bit longer to be sated. Initially scheduled to being their first retain run in their original form since 1988 on August 6, according to reporting from zsneakerheadz, The “Fire Red” 3 will now release September 10. Air Jordan III OG White/Fire Red-Neutral Grey-Black DN3707-160 10 September 2022 $210

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Kevin Durant requests trade from Nets

Brandon King

It has been said that the second season of the NBA is the offseason. Already we have seen big contract options picked up by stars , Kyrie Irving and Russell Westbrook, whose future with their teams . A five-time all star who hasn’t been on an NBA court since March 23, 2021 was bought out and seemingly will have a new team next season. The Atlanta Hawks made a move to substantially upgrade their backcourt with the acquisition of former San Antonio Spur Dejonte Murray. However, as we stand just…

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“Taxi” Air Jordan 1 High OG potentially postponed until September 24

Brandon King

The “Taxi” Air Jordan 1 High OG is now added to the constantly expanding game of musical chairs that have become Air Jordan release dates. This Air Jordan 1 High was initially set to debut August 13, they have now been pushed back until September 24. Air Jordan 1 High OG Taxi/Black-Sail 555088-711 $170 24 September 2022

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“UNC to Chicago” Air Jordan 2 Low coming in 2023

Brandon King

In 2022 Jordan Brand has remembered the existence of the Air Jordan 2, with several, albeit collaborative, colourways debuted, or yet to release this calendar year. As eyes and feet turn toward 2023 it appears the Jordan 2 will still get some run with an upcoming low. Although there are no available images at this early juncture, predictive speculation assigns an aesthetic of a low-collared 2 with a white upper. Observing the shoe from heel-to-toe shows the reportedly supplementary hues of university blue and red in that order, which adds…

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Enjoy these latest pics of the “Reimagined Chicago” Air Jordan I High OG

Brandon King

It seems that nearly with each passing day there emerges more pictures of this sneaker This latest set of images the “Reimagined Chicago” Air Jordan I High OG comes to us from sole4real485 and they provide more close up images that allows for more views of the cracked vintage aesthetic of the upper, particularly at the collar and outsole. Though many are already aware of arguably the most anticpated sneaker date of 2022, the “Reimagined Chicago” Air Jordan I High OG is dropping Air Jordan I High OG Varsity Red/Black-Sail-Muslin…

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