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Commentary: Critical times facing Morgan State Athletics, resignations leave program without A.D., football coach

by Mark F. GrayMarch 16, 2022March 16, 2022

By Mark F. Gray, Special to the AFRO In a conference that is teetering on the brink of extinction,  Morgan State University’s athletic program faces a crisis. With the resignations […]

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‘Caw to Action:’ Ravens, volunteers plant produce to end food desert in South Baltimore

by Demetrius Dillard Special to the AFRONovember 2, 2021January 25, 2022

Ravens player #21 Brandon Stephens assists two Curtis Bay Elementary first graders with making a plant bed. Not only was the event a meaningful day of community service, but was […]

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Mental health in sports: how the new generation is changing the game

by Special to the AFROJuly 22, 2021January 25, 2022

After prioritizing her own sanity, Naomi Osaka is one of the athletes helping to bring mental health to the forefront of athletic and health conversations (AP Photo/Andy Brownbill, File) By […]

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Howard beats Hampton for second straight win

by Mark F. GrayDecember 24, 2020January 25, 2022

For the second year in a row, Howard University beat Hampton after a long-time rivalry where the Pirates defeated the Bison. (Courtesy Photo) By Mark Gray AFRO Staff Writer mgray@afro.com […]

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Another Viewpoint

by Tim LacyApril 17, 2020January 25, 2022

By Tim Lacy COVID-19 has put a damper on news coming from the world of sports. This, however has provided me with an opportunity to share a story that might […]

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Another Viewpoint

by Tim LacyMarch 6, 2020January 25, 2022

By Tim Lacy, Special to the AFRO Major League Baseball (MLB) has packed its bags and gone south for the winter.  While they are honing their craft it dawned on […]

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Another Viewpoint

by Tim LacyFebruary 20, 2020January 25, 2022

Another Viewpoint Banner, Tim Lacy By Tim Lacy  Major league baseball is the subject du jour. I spoke fleetingly of the scandal surrounding the Houston Astros a few weeks ago. […]

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Another Viewpoint

by Tim LacyFebruary 5, 2020January 25, 2022

Another Viewpoint Banner, Tim Lacy By Tim Lacy The Superbowl is behind us and a new champion has been crowned. There is a mixed bag of fans out there wearing […]

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Archived Sports Commentary: Which Kobe Was Better? No. 8 or No.24?

by Perry Green and Stephen D. RileyJanuary 31, 2020January 25, 2022

By Perry Green and Stephen D. Riley Special to the AFRO The Los Angeles Lakers will proudly retire both of Kobe Bryant’s jersey numbers on Dec. 18, 2017 during halftime […]

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Another Viewpoint

by Tim LacyJanuary 31, 2020January 25, 2022

Another Viewpoint Banner, Tim Lacy By Tim Lacy The NFL Pro football game took a back seat when breaking news informed viewers that NBA Superstar Kobe Bryant was killed in […]

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Another Viewpoint

by Tim LacyJanuary 23, 2020January 25, 2022

By Tim Lacy The Baltimore Ravens provided local fans with a season to be talked about for a long time.  Lamar Jackson sent thrills that could be felt through your […]

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Another Viewpoint

by Tim LacyJanuary 10, 2020January 25, 2022

By Tim Lacy, Special to he AFRO In my last effort, I told you the NFL has got us under a spell. Now, they are starting to mess with my […]

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