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Nunnie on the Sideline

     Contrary to the NBA Players Association position,  I believe the 25 game suspension for Ja Morant is fair in light of second gun violation. His future as a potential hall of fame player and as a man depends on a positive outcome. And if things go as planned, the suspension can be modified. […]

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Possibly, the Most Decorated HBCU Icon: Arnett William “Ace” MumFord

  For the past two months our focused has been centered around iconic HBCU coaches such as Big John Merritt, Alonzo “Jake “ Gaither, Eddie “ Black Jesus “ Robinson, Marino “ The Godfather “ Casem,  Earl “ Papa Bear ” Banks,  W. C. Gordon and William James “Billy” Nicks. Our series concludes with HBCU stalwart and Wilberforce University graduate Arnett (Ace) Mumford, whose career began at Jarvis Christian College from 1924-27 where he compiled a 6-8-3 won/loss record.  His fortunes improved drastically at his next appointment, Bishop College, consummating a 3-year tenure there from 1927-29 with a 22-7-1 record. At Bishop College he also coached basketball and baseball.  […]

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NFL Hall-of-Famer & Coach, Deion Sanders, May Have Foot Amputated

     The legendary multi-sport star, Deion Sanders, who famously played professionally in the NFL and MLB at the same time and most memorably suited up for each game, respectively, in the same day, recently revealed that he might need to have his left foot amputated. As Church Leaders have reported, the former pro athlete and outspoken Christian lost two toes during a health scare in 2021. […]

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Nunnie on the Sideline

      Speculation about the Heat’s interest in former Florida Gator and present Washington Wizards superstar Bradley Beal was slightly exaggerated. The Phoenix Suns apparently had the draft picks and veteran players like Chris Paul to consummate a deal which satisfied the needs of both organizations. According to ESPN the Heat has turned their attention to shooting guard Damon Lillard of the Portland Trailblazers. The Heat brass, led by Pat Riley, should never be doubted or underestimated. […]

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William James “ Billy” Nicks

Our HBCU icon this week is Coach Billy Nicks, a Morris Brown College graduate who returned to his alma mater commencing a legendary career which lasted several decades from 1930-1965. Researching icons like Coach Nicks was eye opening for Coach Redmond and me since we were both nearing early college years or just graduating from high school when he ended his illustrious career. […]