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Not too long ago, the Westside Gazette reported on the journey of one Gwen “Gi Gi” Thomas, a Miami Northwestern senior who excelled as a student-athlete academically and athletically, maintaining an overall 4.3 g.p.a. while competing on the most challenging stage as a gymnast. With the unwavering support of family and friends, Gi Gi , as previously noted, performed with great aplomb at the state of Florida gymnastics meet! This was an amazing feat, particularly in light of returning from a devastating knee injury ( ACL/Meniscus ) that threatened her gymnastics career.
The former Florida State running back, who transferred to Florida A&M, has re-entered the NCAA Transfer Portal.
In conjunction with the opening events for the new exhibit, “More Than Brave: The Life of Henry Aaron,” at the Atlanta History Center, Hall of Fame Chairman of the Board Jane Forbes Clark announced plans to unveil a bronze statue of Aaron at the National Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown on May 23.
Following graduation, he created Steward Speakers with the support of local community leaders. Since 1986, the organization has been committed to enhancing the community by offering opportunities to engage with some of the world’s best leaders and visionaries.
Nunnie on the Sideline
“The appointment of Kevin Herod is a testament to our commitment to excellence. His proven track record and dedication to student-athlete success both on and off the court are what set him apart,” FMU athletic director Jason Horn said in a statement. “We are excited to see him bring his championship experience to our program.”
University of South Carolina head women’s basketball coach Dawn Staley once again made history with her accomplishments on the court. Her USC Gamecocks completed a perfect season at 38-0 with a resounding victory over the Iowa Hawkeyes.
The WNBA Draft is set to take place on April 15, and three HBCU players have made themselves available for selection.
The inaugural HBCU Football Showcase, hosted by Champion Charity and presented by All Health Matters Foundation, took place Saturday, April 6, 2024, at the Lauderhill Sports Park. Although the showcase started at 7 p.m., many attendees arrived early, thus facilitating the illumination of the early morning sky prior to park lights being activated. By the end of the event, nearly 75 juniors and seniors were enrolled for this FREE one-day football showcase.