Tag Archives: Sports

Positive Black Male News: Kenneth Faried joins group to fight homophobia in sports

Posted on February 21, 2013 by theblackmancan
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by Hassan Washington This month, Denver Nuggets forward Kenneth Faried became the first NBA player to join Athlete Ally, an organization devoted to fighting homophobia in sports. “Becoming an Athlete Ally gives me the opportunity to spread a message of inclusiveness throughout … Continue reading →

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His Story: Antron Brown, drag racing his way into history

Posted on February 11, 2013 by theblackmancan
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Visit NBCNews.com for breaking news, world news, and news about the economy Who is Antron Brown? Antron Brown wasn’t always a champion on the race track. Brown was first heralded as a  track and field star with a full scholarship … Continue reading →

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Positive Black Male News: Celebrating 10 Years of Wade’s World Foundation!

Posted on February 11, 2013 by theblackmancan
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Congratulations are certainly in order to Mr. Dwayne Wade; not only did he help lead his team the Miami Heat to their 2nd Chamionship title in just six years, he also released his first book ’A Father First,’ and his foundation, Wade’s … Continue reading →

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League of EXTRAordinary Black Men: Brandon Robinson

Posted on February 11, 2013 by theblackmancan
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Brandon graduated from Eastern University with a BA in Media Communication and from Hofstra University with a MA in Journalism. He began his journalism career at 12 with the Nets hosting Nets Slammin’ Planet. On the education side, he’s done college … Continue reading →

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Positive Black Male News: John Van Allen From Hartford To Harvard

Posted on February 11, 2013 by theblackmancan
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By TOM YANTZ, tyantz@courant.comThe Hartford Courant Stanford inside linebackers coach David Kotulski was a frequent visitor to Avon Old Farms last spring. He wanted to see John Van Allen, who played safety and wide receiver in high school. But when offered … Continue reading →

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His Story: Open Letter to Rob Parker

Posted on January 8, 2013 by theblackmancan
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Dear Rob Parker: Not too long ago, ESPN commentator Rob Parker viciously attacked Robert Griffin III (RG 3) because he doesn’t fit into his narrow idea of what’s required to be black.  Read what he said here:Rob Parker’s Comments on RG3. Your preposterous … Continue reading →

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Positive Black Male News: Andre Johnson spends nearly $20,000 on at-risk children

Posted on January 2, 2013 by theblackmancan
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by Marquise Francis Houston Texans star wide receiver Andre Johnson spent $19,521 Tuesday afternoon at a Toys “R” Us purchasing toys and gifts for 12 at-risk children, according to USA Today. The shopping spree was sponsored by Johnson’s charitable foundation. Each of … Continue reading →

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Positive Black Male News: Cam Newton donates $150K to three Charlotte area schools

Posted on December 4, 2012 by theblackmancan
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by Hassan Washington Cam Newton has launched a new initiative to benefit three Charlotte area schools. Through his charitable foundation which bears his name, Newton made a  $150,000 donation to the schools in attempt to help boost school spirit and achievement. Bradley … Continue reading →

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