Sports

Sports is a sanctuary for young Black athletes. But behind the victories and million-dollar contracts, Black athletes often go unnoticed when it comes to their mental health. 

The Negro League Legends Hall of Fame (NLLHOF) and United States Postal Service (USPS) teamed up for a stamp to honor celebrated baseball player Henry “Hank” Aaron on Aug. 17.

It has been a banner week for basketball in the city of Boston with the playing of the now celebrated BIG3 championship game and the first WNBA game played at the TD Garden.

The U.S.A. women’s basketball team rallied from a 10-point deficit to squeeze past the host French team by a final score of 67-66 in the Olympic gold medal game before a delirious sellout crowd at the Bercy Arena.

The final week of the 33rd Olympic Games was a spectacular and failing moment for the United States. Topping the former list was the show-stopping performance of Gabby Thomas, who won three gold medals.

First Tee Massachusetts, an organization dedicated to teaching life skills and character values through golf, has partnered with Boston Public Schools (BPS) and the Reggie Lewis Track and Athletic Center (the Reggie) to launch an innovative indoor golf program aimed at serving students across the Boston area.

You read so many stories about professional athletes giving back to the neighborhoods from which they came. I know there are many stories I see regularly, checking in on these fantastic men and women who remember their roots and give their time and money to try and improve the lives of the people they grew up with. Shabazz Napier is one of those special people.

While the sports world focuses on the Olympic Games in Paris, France, a notable local sporting competition deserves mention — the 9th National Urban Sports Classic.

It has been a somewhat surprising season for the Boston Red Sox as they headed into the second portion of this Major League Baseball season.

Spain and Argentina stand atop the world soccer rankings following their thrilling victories in their respective international competitions.

Break dancing, also known as breaking, is set to make its debut at the 2024 Paris Olympics, marking a significant milestone for the sport and the Olympic movement.

As of this writing, Michael Anthony Rubin, former headmaster and basketball coach of East Boston High School, is fighting medical issues that threaten his life.