Posts Tagged ‘Black Athletes’
Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei dies after being set alight by ex-boyfriend
Rebecca Cheptegei, a beloved daughter and breadwinner for her family, has died due to horrific domestic violence by a former partner.
Read MoreJordan Chiles has been asked to return her Olympic bronze medal. Here’s why
After Team USA made an inquiry that bumped two Romanian gymnasts down to fourth and fifth, Jordan Chiles was bumped up to bronze status. However, the International Olympic Committee is now giving her bronze to one of the Romanian women.
Read MoreWhat to Watch For as Simone Biles Leads U.S. in Quest for Team Gold
Biles withdrew from the competition in Tokyo, leading the U.S. to land silver medals. This year, the athletes intend to redeem themselves and return home with gold.
Read MoreWhat it means to be a Black Olympian representing the U.S. on the global stage
In this NBC interview, Black American Olympians discuss what it means to them to be representing the United States and possibly being major role models for Black children.
Read MoreWith heart, humanity and a killer kick, C.J. Nickolas eyes men’s taekwondo gold
New Yorker C.J. Nikolas’ taekwondo skills show promise to be gold-medal worthy as he represents the U.S. in the sport at the Paris Olympics.
Read More‘Look good, run fast’: Black Olympians discuss the importance of their hair
The world anxiously awaits the Olympic games, where some of the most talented Black athletes will show off their skills and their hair.
Read MoreLegendary outfielder Willie Mays, ‘Say Hey Kid,’ dies at 93
The world remembers the life and talent of baseballer Willie Mays, who some describe as the “the greatest center fielder who ever lived.”
Read MoreA lack of representation, careless comments and ‘racial banter’ – how this sport is facing up to its diversity issues
Rugby player Sadia Kabeya speaks out about her experiences as a Black player whose teammates and opponents are mostly white.
Read More‘There’s a lot of bullying’: the shocking life of a teenage elite swimmer
Rebecca Achieng Ajulu-Bushell describes her experiences as a young Black woman in competitive swimming in her new book.
Read MoreJosh Gibson becomes MLB career and season batting leader as Negro Leagues statistics incorporated
Josh Gibson became Major League Baseball’s career leader, surpassing Ty Cobb, when records of the Negro Leagues players were incorporated.
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