Discover Maritza McClendon, the first Black woman to join the U.S. Olympic Swim Team. Her journey from overcoming scoliosis to winning a silver medal at the 2004 Athens Olympics inspires water safety and diversity in swimming.
Ademola Lookman makes history as the first player to score a hat-trick in a UEFA Europa League final, leading Atalanta to a resounding victory over Bayer Leverkusen. Explore the match highlights and reactions from coaches Gasperini and Alonso.
Quinceola Reid makes history as the first Black female drover with the Fort Worth Herd, breaking barriers in the city’s cowboy tradition. Explore her remarkable journey, reflecting the diversity and inclusivity of Texan history and western culture.
Discover how Manika Gamble made history as the first Black woman to conquer Namibia’s 155-mile race, showcasing mental fortitude, perseverance, and a commitment to wellness while inspiring others to push their boundaries and embrace self-discovery.
WNBA MVP A’ja Wilson, the two-time MVP from South Carolina, is set to release her signature shoe with Nike in 2025, marking a historic moment as the first Black WNBA player to achieve this since 2010.
Meet Cynthia “Cynt” Marshall, the trailblazing CEO of the Dallas Mavericks basketball team. Learn how she became the first African American female CEO in NBA history and her journey in transforming workplace culture and promoting diversity and inclusion.