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VCU’s Harris named Atlantic 10 Rookie of the Week

VCU freshman Aubree Harris was named the Atlantic 10 women’s track and field Rookie of the Week on Tuesday.

Squirrels debut female mascot uniform

The Richmond Flying Squirrels on Feb. 4 unveiled a uniform featuring Nutasha, their female mascot, making it Minor League Baseball’s first on-field uniform portraying a female mascot character.

Broncos’ Nik Bonitto named first Hispanic Professional Football Player of the Year

Denver Broncos outside linebacker Nik Bonitto has been named the inaugural recipient of the 2025 Hispanic Professional Football Player of the Year Award, the Hispanic Football Hall of Fame announced.

Seahawks prove defense can still dominate in the NFL

Undeterred by rules favoring the offense and quarterbacks bringing more athleticism than ever to the field, the Seattle Seahawks verified that defense can still dominate the NFL in 2026.

Richmond wins at VCU in annual SupportHER game, O’Boyle out as coach

Ally Sweeney scored a career-high 27 points and Maggie Doogan recorded a double-double as Richmond defeated Virginia Commonwealth 77-65 in an Atlantic 10 women’s basketball matchup Sunday afternoon at the Siegel Center.

Panthers lean on defense, Gardner in shorthanded CIAA road game

Despite playing shorthanded, Virginia Union’s men showed defensive consistency Saturday afternoon in a CIAA road game against Lincoln University (Pa.).

Cam Newton to host Super Bowl Soulful Celebration on BET

Former NFL MVP Cam Newton will host the 27th annual Super Bowl Soulful Celebration, airing Saturday, Feb. 7, on BET, bringing together music, faith and football during Super Bowl LX week.

Advertising expert to decode Super Bowl commercials

A Virginia Commonwealth University advertising professor will break down the psychology and strategy behind Super Bowl commercials at a public talk on Wednesday, Feb. 11.

Sam Hairston’s influence reaches from Negro Leagues to modern MLB

Before Major League Baseball opened its doors to Black athletes, before integration became policy rather than resistance and long before baseball families became celebrated storylines, there was Sam Hairston, a Negro Leagues standout and Triple Crown winner whose influence helped …

Laila Edwards set to become first Black woman to represent U.S. in Olympic hockey

It was fajita night to celebrate Laila Edwards’ hockey homecoming when an excited shriek pierced the casual gathering in the brightly lit early 20th-century colonial she grew up in on a quiet, tree-lined street.

Skater Emmanuel Savary sharpens routines for 2026 U.S. Championships

The ice will be hot at the 2026 U.S. Figure Skating Championships as results of the senior events will significantly factor into the selection of the U.S. team for the Olympic Winter Games in February.

Parker named Cowboys defensive coordinator

The Dallas Cowboys have hired Christian Parker as their defensive coordinator, making him the youngest in franchise history.

AJGA tournament returns to Williamsburg after six-year absence

Visit Williamsburg will serve as title sponsor of an American Junior Golf Association tournament returning this year, officials announced recently.

VUU’s Parker joins East Team coaching staff for Shrine Bowl

Virginia Union head football coach Alvin Parker has been selected to serve as an assistant coach for the East Team in the East-West Shrine Bowl on Tuesday in Frisco, Texa

Former WNBA player named CIAA ambassador

The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association recently appointed Sonia Chase as an official ambassador for the 2026 Food Lion CIAA Men’s and Women’s Basketball Championship Tournament, scheduled for Feb. 24-28 at CFG Bank Arena in Baltimore.

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