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This Black History Month, I’m honoring the legacy of Black excellence in sports by spotlighting one Black athlete each day—28 athletes, 28 stories, 28 legacies.
Day 14: Claressa Shields
Claressa Shields has said that boxing is the only thing that ever loved her back. Her life is marked by instability, absence, and harm, the ring was the only place where her efforts directly translated into survival. Boxing didn’t lie to her, but more so didn’t abandon her.
Claressa Shields has said that boxing is the only thing that ever loved her back. Her life is marked by instability, absence, and harm, the ring was the only place where her efforts directly translated into survival. Boxing didn’t lie to her, but more so didn’t abandon her.
This Black History Month, I’m honoring the legacy of Black excellence in sports by spotlighting one Black athlete each day—28 athletes, 28 stories, 28 legacies.
February 14, 2026 at 5:06 AM
Day 14: Claressa Shields
Claressa Shields has said that boxing is the only thing that ever loved her back. Her life is marked by instability, absence, and harm, the ring was the only place where her efforts directly translated into survival. Boxing didn’t lie to her, but more so didn’t abandon her.
Claressa Shields has said that boxing is the only thing that ever loved her back. Her life is marked by instability, absence, and harm, the ring was the only place where her efforts directly translated into survival. Boxing didn’t lie to her, but more so didn’t abandon her.
Day 13: Muhammad Ali
Muhammad Ali was a boxer, activist, and cultural icon whose influence extended far beyond the ring. Born Cassius Marcellus Clay Jr. on January 17, 1942, in Louisville, Kentucky, he discovered boxing at age 12 after his bike was stolen and he wanted to fight the thief.
Muhammad Ali was a boxer, activist, and cultural icon whose influence extended far beyond the ring. Born Cassius Marcellus Clay Jr. on January 17, 1942, in Louisville, Kentucky, he discovered boxing at age 12 after his bike was stolen and he wanted to fight the thief.
This Black History Month, I’m honoring the legacy of Black excellence in sports by spotlighting one Black athlete each day—28 athletes, 28 stories, 28 legacies.
February 13, 2026 at 5:01 AM
Day 13: Muhammad Ali
Muhammad Ali was a boxer, activist, and cultural icon whose influence extended far beyond the ring. Born Cassius Marcellus Clay Jr. on January 17, 1942, in Louisville, Kentucky, he discovered boxing at age 12 after his bike was stolen and he wanted to fight the thief.
Muhammad Ali was a boxer, activist, and cultural icon whose influence extended far beyond the ring. Born Cassius Marcellus Clay Jr. on January 17, 1942, in Louisville, Kentucky, he discovered boxing at age 12 after his bike was stolen and he wanted to fight the thief.
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Anyway it’s Victoria time! 💫
February 12, 2026 at 4:42 PM
Anyway it’s Victoria time! 💫
Day 12: Allyson Felix
Prior to becaming the most decorated woman in U.S. track and field history, she was a lanky kid in Los Angelos, nicknamed “Chicken Legs,” stepping onto a track simply to prove she was stronger than she looked.
Prior to becaming the most decorated woman in U.S. track and field history, she was a lanky kid in Los Angelos, nicknamed “Chicken Legs,” stepping onto a track simply to prove she was stronger than she looked.
This Black History Month, I’m honoring the legacy of Black excellence in sports by spotlighting one Black athlete each day—28 athletes, 28 stories, 28 legacies.
February 12, 2026 at 5:16 AM
Day 12: Allyson Felix
Prior to becaming the most decorated woman in U.S. track and field history, she was a lanky kid in Los Angelos, nicknamed “Chicken Legs,” stepping onto a track simply to prove she was stronger than she looked.
Prior to becaming the most decorated woman in U.S. track and field history, she was a lanky kid in Los Angelos, nicknamed “Chicken Legs,” stepping onto a track simply to prove she was stronger than she looked.
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James Van Der Beek (1977-2026) 🤍
February 11, 2026 at 8:08 PM
James Van Der Beek (1977-2026) 🤍
Wrap the F1 chat up until Australia. Let’s focus on the Winter Olympics.
February 11, 2026 at 4:20 PM
Wrap the F1 chat up until Australia. Let’s focus on the Winter Olympics.
AI really was one of my first crushes. That was supposed to be my husband.
February 11, 2026 at 5:47 AM
AI really was one of my first crushes. That was supposed to be my husband.
Day 11: Allen Iverson
The NBA we are witnessing now is based off of Allen Iverson’s sacrifices. Long before individuality was celebrated, an undersized Iverson arrived in a league that demanded conformity.
The NBA we are witnessing now is based off of Allen Iverson’s sacrifices. Long before individuality was celebrated, an undersized Iverson arrived in a league that demanded conformity.
This Black History Month, I’m honoring the legacy of Black excellence in sports by spotlighting one Black athlete each day—28 athletes, 28 stories, 28 legacies.
February 11, 2026 at 5:39 AM
Day 11: Allen Iverson
The NBA we are witnessing now is based off of Allen Iverson’s sacrifices. Long before individuality was celebrated, an undersized Iverson arrived in a league that demanded conformity.
The NBA we are witnessing now is based off of Allen Iverson’s sacrifices. Long before individuality was celebrated, an undersized Iverson arrived in a league that demanded conformity.
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Rafa Nadal says Alcaraz is not a prospect, he’s a legend:
“He’s not a prospect. He has 7 Slams so he’s not just a promise for the future. He’s already a legend. If you look at the historic greats in Slams there aren’t many who have 7. Calling him a prospect makes no sense”
(via Europa Press TV)
“He’s not a prospect. He has 7 Slams so he’s not just a promise for the future. He’s already a legend. If you look at the historic greats in Slams there aren’t many who have 7. Calling him a prospect makes no sense”
(via Europa Press TV)
February 10, 2026 at 4:42 PM
Rafa Nadal says Alcaraz is not a prospect, he’s a legend:
“He’s not a prospect. He has 7 Slams so he’s not just a promise for the future. He’s already a legend. If you look at the historic greats in Slams there aren’t many who have 7. Calling him a prospect makes no sense”
(via Europa Press TV)
“He’s not a prospect. He has 7 Slams so he’s not just a promise for the future. He’s already a legend. If you look at the historic greats in Slams there aren’t many who have 7. Calling him a prospect makes no sense”
(via Europa Press TV)
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February 10, 2026 at 1:06 AM
Day 10: Althea Gibson
Before Serena. Before Venus. Before Arthur Ashe lifted a racket in defiance and grace, there was Althea Gibson.
Before Serena. Before Venus. Before Arthur Ashe lifted a racket in defiance and grace, there was Althea Gibson.
This Black History Month, I’m honoring the legacy of Black excellence in sports by spotlighting one Black athlete each day—28 athletes, 28 stories, 28 legacies.
February 10, 2026 at 5:01 AM
Day 10: Althea Gibson
Before Serena. Before Venus. Before Arthur Ashe lifted a racket in defiance and grace, there was Althea Gibson.
Before Serena. Before Venus. Before Arthur Ashe lifted a racket in defiance and grace, there was Althea Gibson.
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Ahead of the first individual Biathlon race tomorrow, I decided to share my silly little presentation of why you should watch it!
February 9, 2026 at 6:29 PM
Ahead of the first individual Biathlon race tomorrow, I decided to share my silly little presentation of why you should watch it!
Daniil baby what does this mean?
Daniil Medvedev complaining about the balls during his match with Ugo Humbert in Rotterdam:
"The balls are made for people who love to please... people who love to please with a little bit of saliva. Just a bit."
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"The balls are made for people who love to please... people who love to please with a little bit of saliva. Just a bit."
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February 9, 2026 at 6:22 PM
Daniil baby what does this mean?
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Acting like I know what Biathlon is to celebrate this gold for France. Let’s goooo.
February 9, 2026 at 6:21 PM
Acting like I know what Biathlon is to celebrate this gold for France. Let’s goooo.
Oh and Kalshi leave me alone. I’m not betting. I don’t have the funds.
February 9, 2026 at 5:15 AM
Oh and Kalshi leave me alone. I’m not betting. I don’t have the funds.
Day 9: Sam Lacy
Long before integration became a headline or a ceremony, Samuel Harold “Sam” Lacy was asking dangerous questions in ink. Born in 1903 and raised in Washington, D.C., Lacy understood early that sports were never just games.
Long before integration became a headline or a ceremony, Samuel Harold “Sam” Lacy was asking dangerous questions in ink. Born in 1903 and raised in Washington, D.C., Lacy understood early that sports were never just games.
This Black History Month, I’m honoring the legacy of Black excellence in sports by spotlighting one Black athlete each day—28 athletes, 28 stories, 28 legacies.
February 9, 2026 at 5:08 AM
Day 9: Sam Lacy
Long before integration became a headline or a ceremony, Samuel Harold “Sam” Lacy was asking dangerous questions in ink. Born in 1903 and raised in Washington, D.C., Lacy understood early that sports were never just games.
Long before integration became a headline or a ceremony, Samuel Harold “Sam” Lacy was asking dangerous questions in ink. Born in 1903 and raised in Washington, D.C., Lacy understood early that sports were never just games.
I only know that man on track.
February 9, 2026 at 4:17 AM
I only know that man on track.
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(1/2) - Bad Bunny just delivered one of the most heartfelt, beautiful and -important- Half Time shows that the Super Bowl has EVER seen.
It was an incredibly thought out love letters to his ultimate love, Puerto Rico and to the people of Puerto Rico. 🇵🇷 #SUPERBOWL #BENITOBOWL
It was an incredibly thought out love letters to his ultimate love, Puerto Rico and to the people of Puerto Rico. 🇵🇷 #SUPERBOWL #BENITOBOWL
February 9, 2026 at 1:40 AM
(1/2) - Bad Bunny just delivered one of the most heartfelt, beautiful and -important- Half Time shows that the Super Bowl has EVER seen.
It was an incredibly thought out love letters to his ultimate love, Puerto Rico and to the people of Puerto Rico. 🇵🇷 #SUPERBOWL #BENITOBOWL
It was an incredibly thought out love letters to his ultimate love, Puerto Rico and to the people of Puerto Rico. 🇵🇷 #SUPERBOWL #BENITOBOWL
Day 8: Simone Manuel
Who said Black people can’t swim? That tired lie dissolves the moment Simone “Swimone” Manuel enters the water. With every stroke, she dismantles a myth that has lingered far too long, one rooted not in truth, but in access denied and histories erased.
Who said Black people can’t swim? That tired lie dissolves the moment Simone “Swimone” Manuel enters the water. With every stroke, she dismantles a myth that has lingered far too long, one rooted not in truth, but in access denied and histories erased.
This Black History Month, I’m honoring the legacy of Black excellence in sports by spotlighting one Black athlete each day—28 athletes, 28 stories, 28 legacies.
February 8, 2026 at 5:12 AM
Day 8: Simone Manuel
Who said Black people can’t swim? That tired lie dissolves the moment Simone “Swimone” Manuel enters the water. With every stroke, she dismantles a myth that has lingered far too long, one rooted not in truth, but in access denied and histories erased.
Who said Black people can’t swim? That tired lie dissolves the moment Simone “Swimone” Manuel enters the water. With every stroke, she dismantles a myth that has lingered far too long, one rooted not in truth, but in access denied and histories erased.
Me tuning into the snowboarding coverage like I know what’s good versus bad.
February 7, 2026 at 6:33 PM
Me tuning into the snowboarding coverage like I know what’s good versus bad.
Day 7: Val James
Before the diversity shift, Val James was navigating a game that offered little welcome and even less protection. Born in Florida and raised in New York, he found hockey at the rink where his father worked, unaware that simply stepping onto the ice would one day make him a target.
Before the diversity shift, Val James was navigating a game that offered little welcome and even less protection. Born in Florida and raised in New York, he found hockey at the rink where his father worked, unaware that simply stepping onto the ice would one day make him a target.
This Black History Month, I’m honoring the legacy of Black excellence in sports by spotlighting one Black athlete each day—28 athletes, 28 stories, 28 legacies.
February 7, 2026 at 5:15 AM
Day 7: Val James
Before the diversity shift, Val James was navigating a game that offered little welcome and even less protection. Born in Florida and raised in New York, he found hockey at the rink where his father worked, unaware that simply stepping onto the ice would one day make him a target.
Before the diversity shift, Val James was navigating a game that offered little welcome and even less protection. Born in Florida and raised in New York, he found hockey at the rink where his father worked, unaware that simply stepping onto the ice would one day make him a target.
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If Bill Gates was the reason you were apprehensive about un redacting the names… let me be clear
Arrest him…
Arrest him…
a group of people are dancing in a room with a mascot
ALT: a group of people are dancing in a room with a mascot
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February 6, 2026 at 10:08 PM
If Bill Gates was the reason you were apprehensive about un redacting the names… let me be clear
Arrest him…
Arrest him…
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The Flatbush 5 are +6 in their minutes. I’m holding on for dear life over here.
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Brooklyn Nets thrown aside by the Orlando Magic, as Flatbush5 debuts
Brooklyn adds another loss to the books as the trade deadline dust settles
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February 6, 2026 at 1:55 PM
The Flatbush 5 are +6 in their minutes. I’m holding on for dear life over here.
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