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Nikola Jokić named NBA’s regular season MVP

The Denver Nuggets apparently struck gold when they drafted Serbian-born Nikola Jokić in 2015.

Jim ‘Mudcat’ Grant, one of the first top Black pitchers in MLB, dies at 85

Jim “Mudcat” Grant, who was among the first dominant Black pitchers in Major League Baseball, died Friday, June 11, 2021, in Los Angeles. He was 85.

Former VCU basketball player Dave Edwards dies

In the early 1970s, Virginia Commonwealth University had dreams of going to Division I in basketball. Dave Edwards was among those helping the Rams reach their goal.

Olympian and activist Lee Evans, who took iconic stand at 1968 Mexico City Games, dies at 74

Lee Evans, the record-setting sprinter who wore a black beret in a sign of protest at the 1968 Summer Olympics and then went on to a life of humanitarian work in support of social justice, died Wednesday, May 19, 2021, …

Possible NBA title for Brooklyn Nets?

If the Brooklyn Nets are to ever win an elusive NBA title, this might be the year.

Simone Biles wins 7th title

There’s no disputing that Simone Biles is a champion. After Sunday, she is now a champion seven times over.

Odicci Alexander leads JMU to early wins before bowing in Women’s College World Series

When the curtain finally fell, Odicci Alexander left behind a show that won’t soon be forgotten.

NSU’s Danny Hosley is among 5 finalists for Olerud Award

Norfolk State University’s Danny Hosley is one of five finalists for the John Olerud Two-Way Player of the Year Award.

VCU baseball season ends at NCAA regional in Mississippi

The Virginia Commonwealth University baseball season hit a dead end in Starkville, Miss.

Harrison names to baseball’s All-Prep League

Josiah Harrison capped an outstanding junior season at Trinity Episcopal School in South Side by being named All- Prep League and All-Virginia Independent Schools Athletic Association.

Bamisile transferring from Va. Tech to GW

Joe Bamisile has taken his jump shot from Blacksburg to Washington, D.C.

NSU wins MEAC baseball championship with help from area players; next stop NCAA Regional

Two athletes from Chesterfield County have helped Norfolk State University win its first MEAC baseball title.

Brandon Henson brings firepower to VCU Rams baseball

Brandon Henson is a notable reason why Virginia Commonwealth University hasn’t lost a baseball game in about seven weeks.

JMU to face Oklahoma in Women’s College Softball World Series

James Madison University has ridden the powerful and tireless right arm of Odicci “Ci Ci” Alexander to the Women’s College Softball World Series.

Student-athletes shine at VUU, VSU

Athletes at Virginia Union University and Virginia State University who have been standouts in their sports are being recognized as stars in academics.