Category Archives: Culture
Anthony Brown & group therAPy have ‘Testimony’ for the ages
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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
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
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
Longtime Girlfriend Scores Michael Jordan
By DERON SNYDER Just after his new Air Jordan sneakers sparked an uproar, Michael Jordan decided to settle down. The NBA Hall of Famer and owner of the Charlotte Bobcats got engaged over the Christmas weekend, which began with the … Continue reading
Air Jordans, Marketing and Lost Minds
By DERON SNYDER The scenes were reminiscent of the worst Black Friday incidents: Shoppers lining up for hours and breaking through doors. Folks suffering injuries from being trampled or punched. Police resorting to pepper spray to subdue unruly crowds. Except … Continue reading
Chicago Bears Receiver A Would-Be Kingpin
By DERON SNYDER By most accounts, Sam Hurd was just a nice guy. Teammates said he was well-liked and low-key and often sang gospel songs to himself. One former teammate said Hurd struck him as “a family guy.” All of … Continue reading
Crying Foul Is NBA Small Markets’ Latest Joke
By DERON SNYDER There aren’t many opportunities to make fun of guys such as Cleveland Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert, whose estimated net worth of $1.5 billion makes him the 293rd richest American according to Forbes. Even when he acts like … Continue reading
No Place For ‘Gangsta’ Mentality In Sports
By DERON SNYDER After embarrassing his university Saturday by helping to spark an ugly, game-ending brawl against crosstown rival University of Cincinnati, Tu Holloway wasn’t done. The senior guard and All-America candidate for Xavier continued to act like a knucklehead … Continue reading
Army Linebacker Andrew Rodriguez Was Down But Not Out
By DERON SNYDER Life at the U.S. Military Academy couldn’t have been much better for linebacker Andrew Rodriguez as a sophomore in 2009. He was a starter in all 12 games and led Army with 85 tackles. He excelled in … Continue reading
Ndamukong Suh Slams Into More Trouble
By DERON SNYDER At this point, we can’t stop questioning what the deal is with Detroit Lions defensive lineman Ndmuakong Suh. We thought it might be a bum rap as his reputation grew for being a dirty player. In only … Continue reading
