The Washington Wizards will soon open its 2010-’11 season with new franchise star John Wall, but it appears as if one of the team’s old top dogs is still up to his old tricks. Veteran Wizards star Gilbert Arenas has missed playing time in each of his last three seasons, and could soon make it […]
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Former Track Star Marion Jones ‘Sorry for Lying’
Former American track superstar Marion Jones is releasing her new book, On the Track, which illustrates her life story, including how she dealt with being stripped of her 2000 Olympic gold medals due to her use of performance enhancing drugs. But most sports fans already know Jones suffered severe punishment for “unknowingly” using steroids, as […]
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NCAA, Pros Team Up to Stop Improper Benefits Violations
Just a week following the NFL’s announcement of its plans to enforce tougher penalties on illegal hits, the NCAA’s college ranks have also reported its own intentions of beefing up the punishment for player misconduct. The NCAA recently released a news statement of its current talks with professional leagues and player management agencies with an […]
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North Carolina A&T Aggies Blow Out Howard Bison, 52-32
The Howard Bison may not be winning, but they are progressing. Although they fell to 1-6 after suffering a 52-32 road loss to the North Carolina A&T Aggies on Oct. 23, Howard scored their highest point total this season behind freshman quarterback Randy Liggins, Jr. Howard entered the game averaging just 11 points per game, […]
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Morgan Defeats Delaware State, 34-24, in Homecoming Thriller
It doesn’t get any more exciting than the come-from-behind thriller Morgan State’s football team hosted during its homecoming celebration game on Oct. 23 at Hughes Stadium in Baltimore. With 14,312 fans in attendance, Morgan quarterback Delonte Williams led MSU on an 8-play, 85-yard scoring drive capped off by a 34-yard touchdown pass to Tyrone Hendrix […]
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Ravens Escape Overtime with 37-34 Win Over Buffalo
The idea that the Buffalo Bills would put up 24 first half points against the stingy Baltimore Ravens defense might have seemed like a joke. But the joke was nearly on Baltimore, who allowed exactly that to happen and saw the winless Bills take them to overtime. But the heavily-favored Ravens took advantage of Buffalo […]
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Three Downs from the District: ‘Skins’ Defense Delivers Against Chicago
The Washington Redskins stole a 17-14 victory in Chicago on Oct. 24 thanks to six forced turnovers and an aggressive defense that racked up six sacks, four interceptions and two fumble recoveries. The AFRO breaks down the defensive gem with Three Downs from the District. First Down: Ball to Hall DeAngelo Hall earned a game […]
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Wizards Weekly: Washington Drops Final Two Preseason Games
The Washington Wizards ended preseason play by dropping their final two contests to finish with a record of3-4. But with only a few days left until opening night, a healthy exit from exhibition play was the main goal. The Wizards were competitive, falling to the New York Knicks on Oct. 17, 92-90, and losing to […]
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Bowie State Dominates Long Distance Challenge During Homecoming
The Bulldogs football team wasn’t the only team that kicked butt during Bowie State’s homecoming this past weekend. The long distance runners of BSU’s track and field squad also celebrated homecoming in victorious fashion, as both the men’s and women’s team earned first place honors during their hosted challenge last week. The Lady Bulldogs finished […]
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Bison Basketball Coach Ready to Spark Turnaround
Kevin Nickelberry is staring at an uphill battle. The new Howard Bison basketball coach knows what’s at stake: his integrity, his program and its fans. Trying to match a perennial loser to a perennial powerhouse is no joke and it’s a situation that Nickelberry isn’t laughing at. The Bison haven’t had a double-digit winning season […]
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NFL ‘Cracking Down’ on Illegal Hits to Head, Neck
NFL officials announced Monday their plans of “cracking down” on illegal and often health hazardous hits made during football games. The NFL plans to enforce harsher penalties, including the possibilities of suspending offenders from games. The announcement came less than 24 hours following a day filled with several devastating hits, one of which was made […]
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Georgetown Basketball Gears Up for New Season
With the early departure of All-American center Greg Monroe to the NBA, many questions surround this year’s edition of the Georgetown Hoyas men’s basketball team. But with two of the best guards in the Big East in seniors Chris Wright and Austin Freeman, the Hoyas still figure to be in the mix for the conference […]