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Amber Fullwood, a standout in the storied history of Florida A&M University softball, is receiving a major league honor from her hometown team. The Tampa Bay Rays will celebrate Fullwood on August 22 during their “FAMU Night with the Rays” game, where she will throw out the ceremonial first pitch.
When Allen Iverson signed his endorsement deal with Reebok in 2001, it was clear he was cashing in on more than just sneakers.
Bethune-Cookman Baseball had seven players invited to next month’s HBCU Swingman Classic Presented by T-Mobile scheduled for July 11, during All-Star Week at Truist Field in Atlanta, Georgia. The announcement came via press release from MLB-MLBPA Youth Development Foundation.
The LA Lakers sold for $10 billion in a record-breaking deal, setting a new high for the most expensive sports franchise transaction in U.S. history.
Nunnie on the Sideline
On Wednesday, Florida Memorial University and Urban Edge Network announced the extension of their long-standing media partnership until 2028.
“I’m very honored and pleased that we were able to sign this young man,” said head coach Clyde Duncan, Sr. “Without a doubt, he’ll have a big impact for us immediately.”
One of the biggest free agents in HBCU football is headed to Charlotte. Armone Harris, a dynamic wide receiver from Tampa, Florida, has officially committed to Johnson C. Smith University (JCSU) football, joining a reloaded Golden Bulls roster that’s out for redemption in 2025.
However, the recent House settlement allowing NCAA institutions to pay their players is a new challenge.