Category: Sport
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Jason Collins, the first openly gay player in NBA history, has died at 47 after battling brain cancer and complications linked to glioblastoma. Full story on his life and legacy.
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A’ja Wilson scores 45 points on 80% shooting, setting a WNBA record for most 40-point games. The Las Vegas Aces star makes history in a 101-94 win over the Connecticut Sun.
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WNBA legend Lisa Leslie will become the first professional female athlete honored with a statue outside Crypto Arena, marking a historic sports milestone.
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Renegade Golf becomes the first Black-owned company to create a professionally approved golf ball, while expanding opportunities for young Black athletes in the sports industry.
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Dystany Spurlock makes history as the first Black woman to race at Kansas Speedway after transitioning from driving 18 wheelers to professional motorsports.
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Akil Howson will become the first black assistant referee in an FA Cup final when Chelsea face Manchester City at Wembley in 2026, marking a key moment in English football officiating history.
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Amari Avery wins her first professional golf event at the 2026 IOA Championship, marking the first Black victory in Epson Tour history.
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Warren Moon’s 2006 induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame marked a historic milestone for Black quarterbacks in the NFL. Learn about his journey and impact on the sport.
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Sidney Poitier won the 1964 Academy Award for Best Actor for Lilies of the Field, becoming the first Black performer honored in that category at the Oscars.
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Jackie Young makes WNBA history with a $1.19 million deal with the Las Vegas Aces, becoming the league’s first million-dollar player.
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