By Doug Feinberg, AP Sports Writer NEW YORK (AP) — The New York City Marathon women’s record, which has stood for 20 years, could go down Nov. 5 with one of the strongest fields assembled in the history of the race. Reigning champion Sharon Lokedi looks to defend her title against a stellar group of […]
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Baltimore City College wins 134th historic matchup against Baltimore Polytechnic Institute
By AFRO Staff The Baltimore City College Knights met up with the Baltimore Polytechnic Institute Parrots for the 134th time on Oct. 28. The annual rivalry brings alumni from around the country back to Charm City, as they reminisce and proudly wear their school colors. Bands and dance girls hyped up the crowd as the […]
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Serena Williams has a 2-book deal, starting with an ‘intimate’ and ‘open-hearted’ memoir
By Hillel ItalieAP National Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Now that she’s stepped back from the sport she dominated like few others, Serena Williams is ready to reflect. The tennis great has a two-book deal with the Random House Publishing Group, starting with an “intimate” memoir in which she will open up about everything from […]
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Howard’s Homecoming is “self-care” for many alumni
By Ariyana Griffin WASHINGTON D.C.- Thousands of Howard alumni, students, parents, faculty, staff and supporters filled the streets and Howard’s campus this weekend, showing their HBCU pride as they prepared to close out their Homecoming festivities. Every year, Homecoming welcomes alumni back with welcome arms, and it becomes something to look forward to. “I have […]
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Howard University Homecoming: Elders of The Mecca reflect on homecoming traditions
By: Amber D. DoddSpecial to the AFRO adodd@afro.com Homecoming may be a longstanding tradition at all universities, but Howard University’s homecoming is like no other. From all walks of life, alumni, students, friends and family, all gather in Washington D.C. to celebrate the lifelong bonds that Howard University has fortified. But, surviving the latest pandemic and […]
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PRESS ROOM: Adidas signs University of Washington’s Michael Penix Jr., Rome Odunze as first NIL football athletes, celebrates investment in college sports
By Black PR Wire (Black PR Wire) Portland, OR – adidas recently announced the signing of Michael Penix Jr. and Rome Odunze to the brand’s growing Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) roster, marking the brand’s first football student-athletes. The Oct. 20 signing reflects a continued commitment by adidas to supporting student-athletes and empowering the next […]
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Harbor Bank forges branding deal with Morgan State football player
By Megan Sayles, AFRO Business Writer, msayles@afro.com Morgan State University football player Elijah Williams recently landed a name, image and likeness (NIL) contract with The Harbor Bank of Maryland, a Black-owned bank based in Baltimore. The senior defensive lineman was most recently chosen for The Bluebloods 2023 FCS Preseason All-American Team and has a number […]
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Jackson throws TD pass and Tucker kicks 6 FGs for Ravens in 24-16 win over Titans in London
By Ken Maguire, AP Sports Writer LONDON (AP) — Lamar Jackson threw a touchdown pass and Justin Tucker kicked six field goals to lead the Baltimore Ravens to a 24-16 win over the Tennessee Titans on Oct. 15 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London. Jackson mostly shined in his international debut, but Tucker stole the […]
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The Moore Report: A returned member of the fan club asks: What’s up with the Orioles’ ticket and viewing prices?
By Ralph E. Moore, Jr. “Take me out to the ball game,Take me out with the crowd.Buy me some peanuts and Cracker Jacks.I don’t care if I never get back.”Lyrics by Jack Norworth, melody by Albert Von Tilzer, 1908 Recently, I decided to watch the Orioles’ first post season playoff appearance since 2016. I turned […]
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Jimmy Butler has a new look, and even the Miami Heat were surprised by it
By Tim Reynolds, Associated Press Jimmy Butler had a new look for media day, and the NBA world immediately took notice. The Miami Heat forward arrived for the team’s first official day of work this season with piercings — eye, lip and nose — along with a new hairstyle and his fingernails painted black. It’s […]
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Former Aces’ player Hamby files discrimination complaint against team, WNBA
By Doug FeinbergAP Basketball Writer Dearica Hamby filed a gender discrimination complaint last week against the WNBA and the Las Vegas Aces, saying her former team and its coach, Becky Hammon, retaliated against her after she informed them she was pregnant. Hamby filed the complaint with the Nevada Equal Rights Commission and the Equal Employment […]
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Simone Biles wins 6th all-around title at worlds to become most decorated gymnast in history
By Samuel Petrequin, AP Sports Writer ANTWERP, Belgium (AP) — Not even a slight stumble near the end could stop Simone Biles. Less than three months after returning to competition, the American superstar is back at the top of world gymnastics once again. Biles overcame a late blip in her floor routine after an otherwise […]