From Tommie and John’s Black Power salute to Gabby Douglas becoming the first African American to win an individual gymnastics title, here are some of the most memorable moments for African Americans in the Olympics.
From Tommie and John’s Black Power salute to Gabby Douglas becoming the first African American to win an individual gymnastics title, here are some of the most memorable moments for African Americans in the Olympics.
Former Olympic sprinter Oscar Pistorius has been sentenced to six years in prison for the 2013 murder of his girlfriend, Reeva Steenkamp.
What a difference four years have made for Kyrie Irving and Kobe Bryant. During Team USA's race for gold during the 2012 Summer Olympics, Kyrie was just a bright-eyed youngin' trying to make his way in the league. In an effort to prove himself, he challenged Kobe to a game of one-on-one. To make the deal even sweeter, Kyrie, then 20, wanted to play for $50,000.
Stephen Curry is reportedly sitting out the Olympics in Rio to nurse his hurt knee suffered in this years post season. The two time MVP is is currently on quest to win his second straight NBA title over Lebron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers. Even the MVP needs a break but we are preety […]
Angel Rice says that her dream is to compete in the Olympics. She credits her mom for teaching her everything she knows.
https://twitter.com/ElaineWelteroth/status/733709580115542018 Teen Vogue is breaking barriers. The publication has hired its first Black editor-in-chief. On Thursday, Teen Vogue announced that Elaine Welteroth has been appointed editor-in-chief. The role was formerly held by Amy Astley. “Elaine, Marie and Phil are fearlessly at the forefront, inspiring young trendsetters with their sophisticated take on emerging fashion, beauty and […]
Even in a heart breaking season ending loss last night there is a silver lining for NBA superstar Paul George. Today the super star turns 26! George who was side lined with a season ending injury during a Team USA Olympic friendly. Since the horrific injury George has jumped back to regular forum! Congrats […]
The 20-year-old's return to the podium is her first win before the Olympics in Rio de Janeiro this August. Douglas finished strong, earning a score of 60.165 during the competition.
