KJ West to Shine at 2026 HBCU All-Star Dream Classic at Rucker Park
Bowie State University’s KJ West will compete in the 2026 HBCU All-Star Dream Classic at Harlem’s iconic Rucker Park, a stage that has launched countless legends.
Jul 13, 2026
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Tragic Loss of Basketball Star Kinu Rochford Sparks Community Outcry
Professional basketball player Kinu Rochford was killed in a Harlem shooting, prompting a massive tribute in his childhood neighborhood and a call to end gun violence.
Jul 13, 2026
Tragic Shooting Claims Life of Former Pro Basketball Star Kinu Rochford in Harlem
A community basketball tournament in Harlem turned deadly when professional player Kinu Rochford was shot dead, leaving two others wounded and sparking calls for greater safety at street‑level events.
Jul 11, 2026
Uneven Access to Soccer Fields in New York City Highlights Equity Gaps
An investigation into the distribution of soccer fields, financial barriers and community initiatives reveals stark disparities in participation and opportunities across the city.
Jun 25, 2026
Morgan State Bears Earn Invitations to HBCU All-Star Dream Classic at Harlem’s Rucker Park
Morgan State University announces that its standout basketball players Elijah Davis and Walter Peggs Jr. have been selected for the inaugural HBCU All-Star Dream Classic, set for August 8, 2026 at Rucker Park in Harlem, New York.
Jun 23, 2026
Four Injured in Early Morning Harlem Shooting
A 16‑year‑old, a 17‑year‑old, a 20‑year‑old and a 21‑year‑old were shot early Sunday on 143rd Street and Lenox Avenue and remain hospitalized in stable condition.
Jun 21, 2026
KidSuper Launches Limited-Edition Soccer Jersey to Democratize the Sport
Designer Colm Dillane, known as KidSuper, announces a limited-edition soccer jersey that blends his Harlem youth club’s mission with high-fashion aesthetics, expanding access to the game across America.
Jun 20, 2026
KidSuper Teams Up with Bank of America and Complex to Launch Limited‑Edition Soccer Jersey
Designer Colm Dillane, known as KidSuper, announces a limited‑edition jersey co‑created with Bank of America and Complex, blending his Harlem‑based youth soccer club’s aesthetic with a mission to make the sport more inclusive.
Jun 15, 2026
Olivia Gaines Takes the Helm of North Carolina Central Women’s Basketball
New head coach Olivia Gaines brings a winning record, a mentor‑shaped philosophy, and a vision for holistic development to North Carolina Central’s women’s basketball program.
Jun 11, 2026
Christian Beam Commits to Temple Owls for 2026‑27 Season
Coach Adam Fisher announced the addition of Christian Beam, a Woodland, Alabama native, as the eighth transfer to join the Owls.
May 22, 2026
Tim Weah’s Global Journey: From Marseille to the World Cup and New York’s Soccer Revival
As the World Cup approaches, Tim Weah balances training, community outreach, and a love of food and film, while championing soccer’s expansion across the United States.
May 22, 2026