Celebrating Black Heritage
U.S. women’s hockey player Laila Edwards is expected to be named to the U.S. team roster in early January to compete at the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Games. She would become the first Black woman to represent the U.S. in Olympic hockey.
Olympic gold medalist Erin Jackson discusses struggles with illness and injury and reflects on representation in speed skating ahead of Milan 2026.
Family played a big part in the USC superstar facing her recovery.
Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Moro Ojomo talks with NBC’s Mary Omatiga about visiting Nigeria after winning the Super Bowl and how it felt to reconnect with his roots.
In honor of Black History Month, Golf Today explores Charlie Sifford’s story as the “Jackie Robinson” of golf and how vital Cobbs Creek Golf Course in Philadelphia has been on breaking the sport’s color barrier.
Indianapolis Colts DE Kwity Paye calls himself the “Son of Liberia”, a title that reflects his true calling.
On Her Turf’s Natalie Esquire talks with Dr. Kiki Baker Barnes at The Sports Power Brunch about her role as commissioner of the HBCU Athletic Conference, her thoughts on the growth of women’s basketball and her new book.
By Way of Africa
Iwobi finds belonging playing for Nigeria
Mary Omatiga talks with Fulham's Alex Iwobi about representing Nigeria and what African values have had the biggest impact on him.
Up Next
On the Rise: JuJu Watkins
Check out all available episodes of the documentary series on the USC star.
In the sixth episode of “On the Rise: JuJu Watkins,” relive how Watkins helped the USC Trojans beat Texas A&M Corpus Christi, Kansas and Baylor to reach their first Elite Eight in 30 years.
In the sixth episode of “On the Rise: JuJu Watkins,” take a look at how Watkins and the USC Trojans prepared for their home opener during an intense practice that included footwork drills and lots of running.
In Episode 5 of “On the Rise: JuJu Watkins,” look back on Watkins’ college debut against Ohio State, as she loudly announced her presence with a 32-point performance to carry the USC Trojans to victory.
On Her Turf
The On Her Turf crew unboxes the news of Kelsey Mitchell’s free agent move to stay with the Indiana Fever, detailing what inspired her to head back to the franchise and how she can make an impact alongside Caitlin Clark.
Natalie Esquire and Terrika Foster-Brasby break down the Phoenix Mercury trade with the Connecticut Sun to acquire Alyssa Thomas, questioning the move from the Sun’s perspective — including DeWanna Bonner’s future.
Natalie Esquire and Meghan L. Hall discuss Brittney Griner’s move to the Atlanta Dream after spending 11 years with the Phoenix Mercury, explaining how Griner’s addition can make the Dream title contenders.
Natalie Esquire and Callie Fin explain why it is a big deal for Angel Reese and Gabby Thomas to appear on the cover of Vogue to highlight the intersection of fashion and sports, as well as Reese clapping back at critics.