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Welcome back to SZN Opener, CASSIUS’ sports podcast that focuses on the unique journeys of Black athletes in college. In Episode 2, we meet Alabama State University running back Jacory Merritt, who tells host Lamar Hurd about his journey to college football and the role that his strong family foundation played in getting him to […]

by Sharon Thorsland The season has reached a critical point for North Carolina. The Tar Heels have just four regular season games remaining to try and turn things around and make the NCAA Tournament. Who would have thought we’d be saying that against this UNC squad, which played in the national championship game last season […]

With her Russian imprisonment in the past, it’s time for Brittney Griner‘s basketball career to resume. The free agent has officially re-signed with the Phoenix Mercury. The team announced the signing Tuesday, as the WNBA gears up for the 2023 season to start in the coming months. Team brass recognizes how her presence was missed […]

NBA legend George Gervin has beef with Ralph Lauren. He’s suing the prolific designer for $2M.

"I enjoy the grind, and everybody there, we tried our hardest every day regardless of what was going on in the media, what was going on with our teammates, everybody who was in that gym, we grinded. So I love those guys. I get emotional talking about it because that was a special four years of my career, coming off an Achilles [injury]. They helped me through a lot." – Kevin Durant speaks about his time with the Brooklyn Nets during Phoenix Suns' introductory news conference

by Sharon Thorsland Just when you think North Carolina has turned things around and will go on a run, they revert back to form and once again have you wondering what’s wrong with the Tar Heels. After an impressive win over Clemson, the Heels melted down in a 80-72 loss to Miami on Monday night. […]

There’s at least one reason why the Kansas City Chiefs are Super Bowl LVII champions.

Debbie Antonelli has had a great career as an athlete and a Hall of Fame college basketball analyst for ESPN. However, she faced a challenge bigger than anything EVER witnessed on the court. Listen to this inspirational interview with Debbie Antonelli on how she and her husband “Rebounded” when they learned that their son was born […]