Gabby Douglas, the first Black woman to win the Olympic all-around title, competed for the first time in eight years at the American Classic, and qualified in multiple events for the U.S. Championships in Fort Worth, Texas, next month.
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Rajah Caruth finds victory lane as NASCAR profile grows
Rajah Caruth, a 21-year-old student at Winston-Salem State University, has become the third Black driver to win one of NASCAR’s three national series, after winning the 2024 Victoria’s Voice Foundation 200.
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Orioles start season on a high note
The Baltimore Orioles are off to a hot start this season, led by their top offensive players and ace pitcher Corbin Burnes, with Jackson Holliday, Colton Cowser, and Gunnar Henderson leading the way.
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Fisk University’s Morgan Price becomes 1st HBCU gymnast to win national title
Morgan Price, a Fisk University gymnast, became the first African American gymnast to win the all-around title at the 2024 USAG Women’s Collegiate Gymnastics Nationals in West Chester, Pennsylvania.
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Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation and Exelon Foundation join forces to open 81 STEM centers
The Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation and the Exelon Foundation have committed $3 million over three years to open 81 STEM centers in elementary and middle schools across the East Coast, aiming to expose underserved youth to STEM education.
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Fans share their views about the Wizards and the Caps remaining in D.C.Â
The Wizards and Caps are staying in D.C., providing jobs and bringing crowds to the city, and upgrades to Capital One Arena are expected to attract better players and appeal to the younger generation.
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Fans, business owners, city officials celebrate as Wizards, Caps decide to remain in D.C.
Monumental Sports & Entertainment has reached an agreement with the District of Columbia to keep the Wizards and Capitals in downtown D.C. until 2050, with financial support from the District totaling $515 million over the next three years to modernize Capital One Arena and expand its business and hospitality operations.
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Coach Dawn Staley in spotlight after Gamecocks capture NCAA Division I national basketball championshipÂ
South Carolina coach Dawn Staley and her team celebrated a historic 87-75 victory over Iowa to capture a NCAA Division I national championship, making Staley the first black coach to win three NCAA titles and first Division I black coach to go undefeated in a season.
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O.J. Simpson: A Polarizing Figure’s Final Chapter
O.J. Simpson, a name etched in American sports and entertainment, has passed away at the age of 76, having experienced triumphs, controversies, and a rollercoaster ride through the justice system, with his legacy a study in contrasts of unparalleled athletic achievement marred by allegations of violence and legal entanglements.
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Hank Aaron rose above racist hate mail and threats in pursuit of Ruth’s home run record 50 years ago
Hank Aaron refused to be intimidated by racist hate mail or threats during his pursuit of Babe Ruth’s home run record, and his teammates, including Dusty Baker, tried to protect him while he celebrated his 715th home run on April 8, 1974.
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South Carolina finishes perfect season with NCAA championship, beating Iowa 87-75
South Carolina completed their perfect season, ending Caitlin Clark’s historic college career with an 87-75 win over Iowa in the NCAA championship game, becoming the 10th Division I team to go through a season without a loss.
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Old Glory, D.C.’s first pro rugby team, strives for distinction
Old Glory, Washington D.C.’s first professional rugby team, was founded in 2018 by local business leaders and former rugby players Chris Dunlavey and Paul Sheehy, and currently attracts about 3,200 fans to its games, with the goal of reaching 10,000 in the next two years.
