More Than Black Girl Magic
August 31, 2016
I realize Olympic medals are evidence of hard work, perseverance and incredible self-discipline, not magic, but for those of us in the audience the results felt magical.
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Gabby Douglas
Black Athletes, Many Medals at Rio Olympics
August 17, 2016
The 2016 Olympics has been nothing short of historic for Black Americans. Not only are there Black athletes in sports that are predominantly white, they are excelling and taking home medals in those competitions. Their international, record-breaking success comes at a time when Black bodies have little value in America. These athletes broke Olympic boundaries.
National Sports Beat by Brady Pye Jr. (8/18-8/24)
August 17, 2016
Notes, quotes and things picked up on the run from coast-to-coast and all the stops between and beyond.
Gabby Douglas won’t get a chance to defend all-around title
August 8, 2016
Douglas finished third behind Simone Biles and Aly Raisman. Only two gymnasts per country can compete in Thursday’s final, leaving Douglas out of luck.
National Sports Beat
July 27, 2016
LOS ANGELES—Notes, quotes and things picked up on the run from coast-to-coast and all the stops in between and beyond.
National Sports Beat
July 14, 2016
Notes, quotes and things picked up on the run from coast-to-coast and all the stops in between and beyond.
Douglas Gets Barbie
July 13, 2016
According to El Segundo-based Mattel, the doll is aimed at reminding girls “they can be anything,” by highlighting Douglas’ confidence, work ethic and belief in herself