Author Archives: Stephen D. Riley

(June 14, 2012) Washington Redskins rookie quarterback Robert Griffin III enjoyed a circus-like atmosphere at the team’s recent rookie camp and mini-camp, but the new signal-caller will be in for a rude awakening when he, along with his fellow rookies, return to work July 16 to prepare for training camp. However, in the two low-key […]

LeBron James and Kevin Durant. Dwyane Wade and Russell Westbrook. The 2012 NBA Finals are set to be a superstar-packed sensation, even without mentioning James Harden, Chris Bosh, Kendrick Perkins and Serge Ibaka. The Miami Heat and Oklahoma City Thunder are on a collision course to what could be the most exciting championship series in […]

Washington couldn’t duplicate the magic it had the last time a consensus No. 1 player from the University of Kentucky was available but it came awfully close on the night of May 30. Washington landed the No.3 overall pick in next month’s National Basketball Asssociation (NBA) draft, scheduled for June 28. The Wizards fell two […]

One of the first moves of Washington Redskins number one draft choice Robert Griffin III is an act that combines self-preservation with the profit motive. He has signed an endorsement contract with EvoShield and will enhance his on-field armor with “Gel-to-Shell,” padding designed to allow athletes to custom fit protective equipment to their bodies. The […]

The National Basketball Association (NBA) secured its final four championship playoff teams with Boston’s 85-75 win over the Philadelphia 76ers on May 26. The Celtics will travel to South Beach to visit the Miami Heat (less injured forward Chris Bosh) who secured their final four entrance late last week as they vanquished the Indiana Pacers […]

If Robert Griffin III is going to lead the Washington Redskins this upcoming season, the process is going to start this summer. Griffin opened up Washington’s first practice of the summer in the team’s offseason training activities, also known as OTAs, on May 21. Griffin impressed onlookers at the team’s training facilities as he took […]

Perhaps no team in the National Football League (NFL) is as storied as Washington, D.C.’s own Washington Redskins. So the team will celebrate 80 years of tenure in the NFL this upcoming season with Nike throwback jerseys and a season-long campaign titled “Hail to our Fans.” “It is an honor to celebrate the Redskins’ rich […]

With the Miami Heat, San Antonio Spurs, Los Angeles Lakers, Oklahoma City Thunder, Los Angeles Clippers and Boston Celtics still alive in the 2012 National Basketball Association (NBA) postseason, this year’s playoffs are sure to be a thrill. Each team possesses elements of star power, excellent coaching and regular season success but only the Heat […]

The Washington Wizards closed the 2011-2012 season on a six-game winning streak, fueling optimism as the team heads into the summer after a forgettable campaign. With consecutive wins over Charlotte, Cleveland and Miami, the Wizards issued double-digit victories over their remaining three opponents. It was a dizzying season for the Wizards, who finished 20-46 and […]

Ten minutes are allotted for a team to make their selection in the 2012 NFL Draft, the Washington Redskins didn’t need a single second. Washington announced prior to the April 26 draft that Baylor quarterback Robert Griffin III would be their selection, and their signal caller of the future. Washington selected Griffin III, 22, with […]

What a week for the Washington Wizards. With virtually only a top-five draft pick left to play for, Washington isn’t tanking. The Wizards made a 3-0 run against Chicago, Miami and Milwaukee, all playoff contenders. It was the best week of the season for the Wizards. The AFRO recaps the week that was wonderful for […]

The Washington Wizards kicked off their latest week with a two game winning streak before dropping their last two games of the week to the New York Knicks and Cleveland Cavaliers. Reserve swing forward Kevin Seraphin had a spectacular week, even dominating the Orlando Magic with superstar center Dwight Howard on the shelf with back […]