Flores lawsuit against NFL may dominate Super Bowl parties
This year’s Super Bowl is competing with what could be billed the “Suit’er Bowl” as the No. 1 topic among football fans.
VUU’s on a roll at home – and to CIAA Tournament
The countdown to Baltimore and the CIAA Tournament has begun, and few teams appear more prepared for takeoff than the Virginia Union University Panthers.
Ny Langley is angling for All-CIAA as Lady Panthers continue mission to win
Virginia Union University’s Ny Langley is making a bid for All-CIAA while helping the Lady Panthers gain momentum for the CIAA conference tournament.
Gearing up for Sunday’s big game – Super Bowl LVI
In looking for Super Bowl storylines, a good start might be the quarterbacks, the Cincinnati Bengals’ Joe Burrow and the Los Angeles Rams’ Matthew Stafford.
Kobe Bryant’s widow honored for her sports leadership
Vanessa Bryant will be recognized as one of the leading women in sports at an event during Super Bowl week.
CIAA rivals face off this Saturday at Barco-Stevens Hall
One team is battling for first place while the other is simply scrapping to get out of the cellar.
VUU vs. VSU teams ready for the weekend
Virginia Union University fans will be able to return to women’s and men’s basketball games Saturday, Feb. 5.
Then and Now: Richmond area's Super Bowl heroes
Cincinnati Bengals offensive right guard Quinton Spain - No. 67 - will become the latest local athlete to perform on football’s grandest stage.
Black referee to lead Super Bowl
African-American Ronald “Ron” Torbert will be the lead referee — wearing the white cap — for the Feb. 13 Super Bowl in Inglewood, Calif.
Ernie Francis gears up for St. Petersburg race
African-Americans are as rare on the IndyCar circuit as snowmobiles in Haiti, but that doesn’t bother Ernie Francis Jr., the latest contender for IndyCar honors.
Eyeing state title, John Marshall's Justices rule the courts
John Marshall High’s basketball Justices likely held a winning hand without any outside help this season.
Former local players on NFL Final Four teams
Protecting quarterback Joe Burrow is a top priority for the Cincinnati Bengals. That’s where Quinton Spain comes in.
Hampton becomes first HBCU to join the CAA
Colleges and universities throughout America, particularly in Virginia, have long played musical chairs, and the game is far from over.
Bryant's laser focus on basket nets wins for NSU
As sure bets go, Joe Bryant at the foul line is about as close as you’ll find.
Kelee Ringo gives Georgia Bulldogs another reason to bark
Herschel Walker was the freshman sensation in 1980 when the University of Georgia won the national college football title.
NFL’s Black head coaches dwindle to one
If the NFL were to throw a party today for its Black head coaches, just one invitation would be sent.
VSU women’s team comes back to post 62-59 win over VUU Lady Panthers
The tide has turned, at least temporarily, in the women’s basketball rivalry between Virginia Union University and Virginia State University.
Deion Sanders wins Eddie Robinson Award; son wins Jerry Rice Award
Coach Deion Sanders is going to need to clear more room in his family trophy case.
Cristhian Vaquero, 17, signs with Washington Nations
Most 17-year-old baseball players are looking forward to their junior or senior season of high school play.
VUU beats VSU 88-70 in rivalry without fans
Minus any roar of the crowd or stomping feet, Virginia Union University made all the noise it needed in last Saturday’s game against Virginia State University, swishing balls through the nets.
Bodybuilder Chris Dickerson, first Black Mr. America and Mr. Olympia, dies at 82
Bodybuilder Chris Dickerson, the first Black Mr. America and Mr. Olympia, died Thursday, Dec. 23, 2021, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Mr. Dickerson was 82 and died of heart failure.
‘Call to the Hall’ honoring Bob Dandridge canceled
The “Call to the Hall” honoring Richmond native Bob Dandridge has been canceled due to the current spike in COVID-19.
Mo Alie-Cox takes blocking from the basketball court to the football field
The NFL’s premier ball carrier has a former Virginia Commonwealth University Ram helping to clear his runways to first downs and touchdowns.
VUU’s transfers plan to make a difference in Saturday’s game against VSU
Coming out of high school, Robert Osborne and Keleaf Tate took the sce- nic route in arriving at Virginia Union University.
Jackson State lands another top football prospect
Jackson State University football Coach Deion Sanders has landed another top prospect.
Henrico’s Andre McCallum Jr. shows why he’s ‘King of the Ring Jr.”
Andre McCallum Jr. is only 13 and already shares rights to the title of “King of the Ring Jr.”
NBA, HBCU legend Sam Jones dies at 88
HBCU and Boston Celtics legend Sam Jones died Thursday, Dec. 30, 2021, at his home in Florida. Mr. Jones was 88.
Quiet in the stands for VUU
Virginia Union University has announced a “No Fans/Spectators Rule” for its upcoming men’s and women’s basketball games at Barco-Stevens Hall.
Richmond, meet the Church Hill Academy Phantoms
Introductions are long overdue. It’s time for Richmond’s high school basketball fans to meet the Phantoms.
Richmonder Andre Ingram wins on court and on ‘Wheel of Fortune’
Andre Ingram’s fans knew he could spin a basketball into a hoop. Now they know he can spin a wheel as well.
VCU Rams has ranking defense gaining national acclaim
Every game day is D-Day for Virginia Commonwealth University basketball. That’s “D” as in defense.
Big-name football coaches talking the helm at Grambling and Tennessee State
Hiring a big-name football coach has worked so far for Jackson State University. Grambling State and Tennessee State universities are hoping for the same results with their programs.
4 Black athletes to be inducted into Baseball Hall of Fame
Bud Fowler died more than 100 years ago, but his name still reverberates with baseball historians. Fowler is one of four Black athletes selected to the 2022 Baseball Hall of Fame Class of 2022. Induction ceremonies will be July 24 in Cooperstown, N.Y.
Can Coach Deion Sanders help restore the HBCU-to-NFL pipeline?
An impressive total of 33 HBCU alumni have been inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame. But will there ever be another? Or even another first round draft choice? Or All-Pro?
Tiger and son place second, set record for birdies in PNC Father-Son Challenge
Team Woods set a record for birdies but came up just short of the top prize at the PNC Father-Son Challenge last Saturday and Sunday in Orlando, Fla.
Woolfolk, Byerson to again become household names in area basketball
Woolfolk and Byerson—famous names from Richmond basketball archives—are back in hoops news, this time in Chesterfield County.
Coach Jay Butler is Mr. 100
Coach Jay Butler’s 100th coaching victory at Virginia Union University is in his rear-view mirror.
South Carolina State wins Celebration Bowl, but Jackson State has reason to celebrate, too
A little Kool & The Gang music would fit this occasion. HBCUs had much to celebrate, on and off the field, regarding last Saturday’s Cricket Celebration Bowl in Atlanta.
Steph Curry breaks NBA record for 3-pointers
Master marksman Stephen Curry is taking dead aim on an all-time NBA record.
Tony Elliott is new head football coach at U.Va.
Tony Elliott helped lead Clemson University to the highest peak of college football’s mountaintop. Now University of Virginia fans are hopeful he can guide the Cavaliers on the same exhilarating journey.
VUU’s Raemaad Wright impresses with rebounding average.
Virginia Union University’s Raemaad Wright has become the “Chairman of the Boards” in CIAA basketball.
Celebration Bowl to be televised Dec. 18
Jackson State and South Carolina State universities will be playing Saturday, Dec. 18, for what is considered the Black College Football National Championship.
804 Coaches for Change Community Classic set for Dec. 22-23
If lots of basketball is on anyone’s holiday wish list, they won’t be disappointed. The inaugural 804 Coaches for Change Community Classic is set for Dec. 22-23 at Henrico High School, 302 Azalea Ave., with a total of eight games.
Tiger Woods and son Charlie to team up for PNC Championship
Tiger Woods is on golf’s comeback trail, and he’s not traveling alone.
Jackson State wins SWAC Championship heads to Celebration Bowl
Jackson State University, riding a nine-game winning streak, is making plans for the Saturday, Dec. 18, Celebration Bowl in Atlanta.
Area athletes make All-MEAC football team
Two Norfolk State University athletes from the Richmond area have made the All-MEAC football team.
Marcus Freeman becomes second Black head coach at Notre Dame
Marcus Freeman has become the second Black head coach in the University of Notre Dame’s rich football tradition.
Winning streak ends for Bowie State Bulldogs
The Bowie State Bulldogs hit the end of the road in Valdosta, Ga.
