For black NASCAR fans, the Confederate flag ban is an overdue change in a sport they felt has failed to be inclusive. Now, they're hoping to see more people who look like them at the racetrack. https://t.co/I0kNTj8cG8
— CNN (@CNN) June 15, 2020
Salute the GOAT @RandyMoss
We all appreciate your sacrifice.
You have love,support and respect here If nowhere else. #USorELSE✊🏽 pic.twitter.com/0DbMnluH4I— T.I. (@Tip) August 11, 2018
Michael Jordan Celebrates 55th Birthday! https://t.co/775XxWcRVS #MJDay #nba #dunkcontest #michaelordan
— Basketball Galore (@1basketballblog) February 17, 2018
Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson can make sports history tomorrow by becoming the first black quarterback to win 2 Superbowls back to back.
Paul George fractured his right leg while attempting to block a shot during a Team USA basketball scrimmage game last night. Other star in NBA players such as Derrick Rose and Keven Durant were in attendance and witnessed this tragic incident firsthand. Due to the severity on Paul George’s injury, he will most like miss the entire upcoming NBA season and could lose over 6 million dollars.
ESPN First Take Commentator Stephen A. Smith has been suspended by ESPN for 1 week because of comments he made regarding domestic violence. He suggested that women should be careful not to provoke their attackers. This did not go over well with the public and led to Stephen A. Smith making a public apology for his statements. You can view a video of Stephen A. Smith’s public apology by clicking here.
16 year Old Gabby Douglas made Olympic history on Thursday by becoming the first African American to win a gold medal in the women’s all around gymnastics competition.
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Boxing legend and former boxing heavyweight boxing champ Joe Frazier died yesterday. He was diagnosed with liver cancer and was 67 years old.
Frazier was well known for fighting fellow boxing legend Muhammad Ali three times. The most well remembered fight was the famous “Thrilla in Manila” third fight in 1975. The two legendary boxers brought the best out of each other and Frazier will always be remembered for his heart and determination.
RIP Joe Frazier
Al Davis, owner of the Oakland Raiders, died today at the age of 82. Al Davis was a pioneer in giving minorities the opportunity to become head coaches in the NFL. He was the first team owner in the NFL to hire an African American head coach when he hired Art Shell. He was the first to draft an African American quarterback as well. He had a major impact on sports in general, but because he gave minorities high profile opportunities in his organization, we pay him tribute on BlackSociety.com R.I.P. Al Davis.
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