Author Archives: Deron Snyder
Gyau poised to stop the bleeding in Howard’s men’s soccer
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By HOWARD MANN If Philip Gyau’s bloodlines are any indication, Howard’s men’s soccer team will receive a a program-saving transfusion. His father was a member of Ghana’s 1964 Olympic team and played in NASL. Gyau has a son and daughter … Continue reading
‘Professional’ volunteer’s passion has new target – his church
By DERON SNYDER Making money quickly became second nature to Jahi Davis, when he started his first business as a 12-year-old. He trained for a year, borrowed funds from a cousin, bought some supplies and soon was pulling in $1,500 … Continue reading
Howard University Bison Express has a mystery man
By HOWARD MANN Howard University athletics director Louis “Skip” Perkins was at work one day, minding his own business, when a Bison Express member stopped by. Perkins is hoping that many more visitors bring such good tidings to his office. … Continue reading
Anthony Brown & group therAPy have ‘Testimony’ for the ages
By DERON SNYDER Anthony Brown has a vivid memory of singing in his parents’ church when he was 5 years old. Wearing a blazer, short pants and knee-high socks, he stood on a chair alongside his brother. That’s when he … Continue reading
It’s true: We don’t live on bread alone
By DERON SNYDER As part of a men’s discipleship class at my church, I embarked on a 21-day Daniel Fast last month. It was an incredible experience for me and – judging by their testimonies – my fellow Brothers In … Continue reading
Wilson’s links to HBCUs, Black history fuel his confidence
By HOWARD MANN Unlike the first African-American quarterback to win a Super Bowl, Seattle Seahawks QB Russell Wilson didn’t post eye-popping stats in his triumph. Washington’s Doug Williams threw for four touchdown and a Super Bowl-record 340 yards when he … Continue reading
Competing, not complaining, is best option for HBCU football
By HOWARD MANN There’s no denying that African Americans have come a long way since the days of Jim Crow. There’s also no doubt that integration helped lead to the gradual weakening of once-burgeoning black businesses and institutions. Take HBCU … Continue reading
Another one getting it done off the field
By HOWARD MANN The overwhelming majority of student-athletes at Howard and other HBCUs – just like the preponderance of their peers at predominantly white colleges and universities – will never cash a single paycheck for playing sports. That’s why it’s … Continue reading
Being colorblind is no way to live
By DERON SNYDER We’re accustomed to hearing racists and bigots argue that black folks need to get over the issue of skin color. But a lot of well-intentioned liberals suggest the same thing, too, kind-hearted individuals who say they forget … Continue reading
Bourbon’s no answer but Bison open to ideas
By HOWARD MANN Booze and college is often a touchy subject, considering our society’s problems with underage drinking, drunk driving, date rape, etc. But that sensitivity hasn’t stopped the University of Louisville from engaging in a creative fundraising project with … Continue reading
