Category: Sport
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LeBron James becomes the first NBA player to score 50,000 combined points in regular season and playoffs, redefining basketball history.
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Laila Edwards, Team USA’s first Black woman, leads with talent and inspiration, winning awards, championships, and promoting hockey inclusivity.
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Clemson gymnast Brie Clark makes history as the first collegiate athlete to land Simone Biles’ signature move, the Biles I, inspiring Black excellence in gymnastics.
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Joshua Liendo made history as the first Black Canadian Olympic medalist in swimming at Paris 2024. Learn how he’s inspiring a new generation of swimmers.
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Zeb Powell Dominates X Games at 20, Winning Gold as the First Black Snowboarder with Unmatched Style
Zeb Powell wins gold at X Games 2025, becoming the first Black snowboarder to take the top spot. His unique style and fearless tricks redefine the sport.
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Willie Gooden, a former walk-on, made history as Kilgore College’s first Black head coach. Since 2019, he has led the team to three conference titles.
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Gary Ham, U.Va.’s first Black varsity football player, broke barriers amid racism and found purpose in ministry, leaving a legacy of courage and faith.
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Shani Davis made history in 2006 as the first Black athlete to win individual Winter Olympic gold in speedskating. Learn how his victory changed the sport forever.
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Jalen Hurts makes history as the first Black quarterback to win a Super Bowl for the Philadelphia Eagles, silencing doubters and inspiring a new generation.
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Atiba Bradley, the first Black head coach at Missouri Southern, promotes inclusion, respect, and excellence in sports and beyond. Learn about his leadership on and off the field.
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