JULIET TORRES: SERVING CONFIDENCE

Studies show that there is a positive correlation between playing sports and increased confidence among girls.  The stats are true. Undeniably, sports have a positive effect on girls.  Says Juliet Torres, “Playing sports teaches girls how to be strong. I…

The Black Fives Foundation Educates Us On The True History Of Basketball

Image: Black Fives Foundation Basketball entertains fans and athletes with each new season. It remains a staple sport within the Black community with professional leagues primarily composed of Black and Brown players. Society forgets that Black players once resorted to…

4 Ways Your Sports Team Can Make A Difference This Winter

Sports teams don’t solely revolve around practice after school, long bus rides to away games and winning conference championships. Contributing to worlds outside of your sport also plays a part. A team can make an impact on a community in…

Kynli Kirkendoll: Silent Assassin

Jenks took down Bishop Kelley, the reigning 6A champions to secure their spot in the 2021 championship. Defeating the 2020 champs wasn’t a fluke. But most importantly, Jenks isn’t slowing down anytime soon. Mikiah Perdue and Megan Salyer are the…

Surya Bonaly Is A Figure Skating Icon

Black women are punished for their athleticism. Surya Bonaly broke barriers and mastered skills that no other woman has tried. Subscribe or log in to read the article.

Women of Power

Ky’Liin Johnson-Cooper is a perfect example of a well-rounded student-athlete. She not only gives it her all on the basketball court and the track, but she also gives back to her community. Last month, Ky’Liin was inducted into Women of Power,…

Her Time To Play

Her Time To Play is a national initiative that is dedicated to championing change on behalf of girls and women and providing them with ways to connect, collaborate, and actively engage with one another through the game of basketball. As…

Girls Run The World

After the games were delayed for almost a year because of the coronavirus pandemic, the energy in Tokyo has been epic. I can’t help but think about the lyrics to  Beyonce’s song, Run the World. Elaine Thompson-Herah is the fastest…

MENTAL HEALTH, LET’S TALK ABOUT IT

Mental health is more than a buzzword trending on social media.  The good news is that athletes have been publicly opening up about their mental health issues. The bad news is that there is still a stigma surrounding mental illness.…

LIKE MOTHER, LIKE DAUGHTER

LANDRY WILLIAMS had the blueprint to become an exceptional basketball player. However, having a blueprint doesn’t guarantee success. Her determination and grit earned her a scholarship to the University of Missouri – Kansas City. The journey to earn that scholarship wasn’t…