Category: Sport
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The historic achievement of Starr Andrews, the first Black figure skater in the U.S. to win an ISU Grand Prix medal. At just 21 years old, she overcame health challenges, including heart surgery, to deliver a career-best free…
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The historic moment as Sam Allison prepares to make history as the first black man to officiate a Premier League game in 15 years. Appointed for Sheffield United vs Luton on Boxing Day, the 42-year-old firefighter’s journey from…
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Discover the inspiring story of Bill Powell, the trailblazer behind Clearview Golf Club, America’s first integrated golf course designed, built, and managed by an African American, breaking down racial barriers and leaving a lasting legacy.
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Discover the historic moment as Wilfried Nancy becomes the first Black head coach to win the MLS Cup, guiding the Columbus Crew to a triumphant 2-1 victory over Los Angeles FC.
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The inspiring journey of Jordyn Foster, the 22-year-old trailblazer who has made history at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University (NCAT) as the first woman and youngest-ever director of football operations.
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Discover the groundbreaking achievement of Brett Peterson, the first Black general manager in the history of US hockey. As the newly appointed GM for the 2024 US men’s national hockey team, Peterson’s trailblazing career includes breaking racial barriers…
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Ghanaian legend Asamoah Gyan scored in a record 9 consecutive major international tournaments from 2006-2017, before Cristiano Ronaldo equaled the mark in 2021.
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Explore the groundbreaking story of Ted Corbitt, the first African American marathoner in the 1952 Olympics, and his lasting impact on Black distance runners. Discover how his legacy continues to inspire diversity in long-distance running.
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Laila Edwards, a trailblazing Black woman from the University of Wisconsin, recently etched her name in history as the first to join the US National Hockey Team, showcasing unmatched skills and breaking barriers in women’s hockey
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Howard University makes history as the first HBCU with an intercollegiate figure skating team, founded by students Maya James and Cheyenne Walker, aiming to break barriers in sports and foster inclusivity in the traditionally underrepresented realm of figure…
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