Meagan Thee Stallion kicked off her Hot Girl Summer Tour twerking on Chi-Barbie with Glorilla in front of a sold out crowd at the United Center in Chicago on Friday night.

Megan Thee Stallion. Glorilla. Latto.@Reese10Angel is becoming every woman in rap’s favorite hooper.

(via: angelreese10 TikTok, Latto777 TikTok, @thewavecheckk) pic.twitter.com/v8G01WS7Bl

— Complex Sports (@ComplexSports) May 20, 2024

Angel Reese and Kamilla Cardoso had the honor of throwing out the first pitch at the Cubs vs. Braves game held at Wrigley Field on Tuesday, marking another memorable moment in her young career.

The are in the building! pic.twitter.com/B1WuSxjkUf

— Chicago Cubs (@Cubs) May 21, 2024

 On Wednesday, it was announced that Reese has become a co-owner of the women’s pro soccer team, the DC Power Football Club.

Welcome DC Power FC Co-Owner, @Reese10Angel!

“I’m honored to be able to support Power FC and invest in women’s soccer in the DMV community to continue elevating female athletes and the women’s game across the board.” – Angel Reese pic.twitter.com/BaasN16vdk

— DC Power Football Club (@DCPowerFC) May 21, 2024

Thursday night, she assisted her teammates in defeating the New York Liberty, 90-81. She played just over 31 minutes of game action. Reese has been flirting with notching her first double-double since the season tipped off. Against the Liberty, she has 13 points, nine rebounds, an assist, and one steal. She’s creating fouls and buried 7 of 9 free throws.   

LIBERTY, BIBERTY, CEDRIC DIGGORY

WE DON’T CARE ABOUT NONE OF THAT, OR YOUR LIL UNDEFEATED STREAK

SKY WIN!#skytown pic.twitter.com/ZfTZY87Vxg

— Chicago Sky (@chicagosky) May 24, 2024

Angel Reese averages 12.0 points, 8.7 rebounds, and 1.3 assists in her first three professional games.

Center Kamilla Cardoso projects to return from her shoulder injury on June 1. Teresa Weatherspoon will have her championship-pedigreed twin towers ready as the Sky will meet Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.

Founder Travis Williams will introduce 24 of the best and brightest HBCU basketball all-stars who hope to take their careers to the next level. Today’s game aims to help advance their career options as professionals in the NBA, G League, Europe, or China.

“This is history in the making once again to host the first-ever HBCU All-Star Game in the Valley of the Sun and in a part of the country where HBCUs do not exist,” said Williams. “As always, I am just being obedient to this God-driven vision that was founded in 2019, and it has been a long journey and dream come true to get to this point in year #3. We will continue honoring and celebrating the rich history, tradition, and contributions of HBCUs to the sport of college basketball. I am truly excited in year #3 with our founding partner Aflac and expect to put on another great event in Phoenix. This year, Aflac will be returning as the official sponsor of the HBCU All-Star game.”

“At Aflac, we have a long history of recognizing and supporting historically black colleges and universities. The HBCU All-Star Game is a wonderful expression of the HBCU experience and does a tremendous job in shining the spotlight on these highly talented players,” said Garth Knutson, Chief Marketing Officer of Aflac. “We know that there continues to be a gap in recognizing and celebrating the talent these students offer, and we are excited to deepen once again our commitment to closing this gap for HBCU students, on and off the court, as an official sponsor of the HBCU All-Star basketball game.”

THE 3RD ANNUAL HBCU ALL-STAR GAME TEAM ROSTERS

Team Rick Mahorn (MEAC, SIAC, Independents All-Stars)

1. Fred Cleveland Jr, North Carolina Central University (MEAC) PG 5’9
2. Chris Martin, Clark Atlanta University (SIAC) PG 6’2
3. Raquan Brown, South Carolina State University (MEAC) SG 6’3
4. Ja’Darius Harris, North Carolina Central University (MEAC) SG 6’3
5. Christian Brown, Tennessee State University (INDEP) SG 6’6
6. Allen Betrand, Norfolk State University (MEAC) SG 6’5
7. Asanti Price, Benedict College (SIAC) SG 6’5
8. Christian Wells, LeMoyne-Owen College (SIAC) SF 6’5
9. Tedrick Wilcox Jr., Hampton University (INDEP) SF 6’6
10.  Seth Towns, Howard University (MEAC) SF/PF 6’9
11. Jordan Simpson, Albany State University (SIAC) PF/C 6’9
12. Jason Jitoboh, Tennessee State University (INDEP) C 6’11

Coaches: Levelle Moton – Head Men’s Basketball Coach at North Carolina Central University; Alfred Jordan – Head Men’s Basketball Coach at Clark Atlanta University

Game faces on! Tune in to the HBCU All-Star Game tomorrow! Sunday, April 7 at 4 p.m. ET on CBS. Coverage begins at 3 p.m. ET pic.twitter.com/mBjXlGZv3I

— HBCU All-Star Game (@HBCUAllStarGame) April 7, 2024

Team Ben Wallace (SWAC & CIAA HBCU All-Stars)

1. PJ Henry, Texas Southern University (SWAC) PG 5’10
2. Dhashon Dyson, Bethune-Cookman University (SWAC) CG 6’1
3. Brandon Davis, Southern University (SWAC) CG 6’1
4. Rashad Williams, Univ. Arkansas at Pine Bluff (SWAC) SG 6’2
5. Tra’Michael Moton, Grambling State University (SWAC) SG 6’2
6. Jaylen Alston, Winston-Salem State University (CIAA) SF 6’4
7. Tre Richardson, Elizabeth City State University (CIAA) SF 6’4
8. Charles Smith, Prairie View A&M University (SWAC) SG 6’5
9. Rayquan Brown, Mississippi Valley State University (SWAC) SG 6’6
10. Jordan O’Neal, Jackson State University (SWAC) PF 6’7
11. Jeremiah Kendall, Alcorn State University (SWAC) PF 6’7
12. Jourdan Smith, Grambling State University (SWAC) PF 6’7

Coaches: Johnny Jones, Head Men’s Basketball Coach at Texas Southern University; Jason Armstrong, Head Men’s Basketball Coach at Lincoln University (PA)

2024 HBCU ALL-STARS HONOREES

HBCU ALL-STARS National Coaches & Players of the Year for NCAA Division I & II

• HBCU All-Stars John McLendon NCAA Division I National Coach of the Year
• Donte’ Jackson – Head Men’s Basketball Coach at Grambling State University

HBCU All-Stars Art McAfee NCAA Division II National Coach of the Year

• Alfred Jordan – Head Men’s Basketball Coach Clark Atlanta University

HBCU All-Stars Sam Jones NCAA Division I National Player of the Year

• Fred Cleveland Jr. – North Carolina Central University

HBCU All-Stars Earl “the Pearl” Monroe NCAA Division II National Player of the Year

• Chris Martin – Clark Atlanta University

* Article initially posted on HBCU Legends

This spring, students across four HBCUs — Norfolk State University, Hampton University, Jackson State University and Morgan State University — will have a shot at more than $333,000 in scholarships and prizes, including a chance to secure an NIL deal traditionally reserved for student-athletes, giving a student a first-of-its-kind opportunity to become one of the new faces of STARRY.   The winner will get an all-expenses paid trip to Kia NBA Tip-Off later this year. And like a true star with an NIL deal, their name, image and likeness will be featured on promotional materials for STARRY FIZZ FEST 2.0.  

No stranger to holding his own in an arena, Lil Durk is showing students how any fan can have the skills to win and will be making a surprise campus appearance to check out the competition.

“Being competitive doesn’t just apply to sport, life itself is about hunger, drive and teamwork.  This initiative is about rewarding students for their grind on and off the court, showing love and supporting our people while chasing their dreams,” Lil Durk said.   For the stars off the court, STARRY is also partnering with the PepsiCo Foundation to unlock $80,000 in scholarships across the four universities.   The PepsiCo Foundation will award $20,000 to one student at each university to go towards their education to help foster their long-term educational and professional growth.  Eligible students can apply online.

“Our mission with STARRY FIZZ FEST is to bring the excitement to basketball fans that the brand is known for while rewarding HBCU students for their passion, amplifying their talent, and offering opportunities that positively impact these universities, their students and their communities,” Kent Montgomery, Senior Vice President, Industry Relations and Multicultural Development, PepsiCo said.

STARRY FIZZ FEST will tip off at Norfolk State University on March 29, followed by Hampton University on April 1, Jackson State University on April 20 and Morgan State University on April 26. Participating students will get the chance to play S-T-A-R-R-Y (a spin on the popular game of H-O-R-S-E), 3PT Knockout (a three-point shootout contest reflective of the STARRY NBA All-Star and HBCU Classic tailgate footprint), and Shaky Shot (inspired by the classic arcade game, with a moving backboard) to claim prizes like STARRY merch and gift cards. For the game of S-T-A-R-R-Y, students will have three minutes to earn six letters by successfully scoring specified shots around the court until a participant spells out S-T-A-R-R-Y where the fastest time on campus wins. One winner from each school will represent their campus at a final competition to showcase their skills and earn major bragging rights.

Cube posted his response via social media:

“We intended the offer to remain private while Caitlin Clark plays for the championship. But I won’t deny what’s now already out there: BIG3 made a historic offer to Caitlin Clark. Why wouldn’t we? Caitlin is a generational athlete who can achieve tremendous success in the BIG3.

America’s women athletes should not be forced to spend their off seasons playing in often dismal and dubious foreign countries just to make ends meet.

And they should have more than just one professional option in the US at a time when American pro sports leagues are being infiltrated by autocratic, anti-women regimes such as Qatar. Our pathbreaking offer to Caitlin Clark demonstrates that BIG3 now offers another choice for athletes.”

The deal from BIG3 would still allow Clark to play in the WNBA and give her the option to earn more money in his league.

The media mogul and entrepreneur  was honored by the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame by bestowing the “Ice Cube Impact Award” in his name.

Clark, 22, is the NCAA Division I all-time scoring leader across women’s and men’s programs. She was the AP Player of the Year in 2023, and her Iowa Hawkeyes team made the 2024 NCAA Women’s Basketball Championship’s Sweet 16. The scoring phenomenon has already cashed in millions on NIL deals and is projected to reap a financial bonanza in endorsements once she concludes amateur basketball.

O’Shea Jackson Sr, aka Ice Cube, was a founding member of the legendary rap group N.W.A. with famous artists and producers Eazy-E (Eric Wright) and Dr. Dre (Andre Young). Later, he branched off into acting in John Singleton’s ‘Boyz N The Hood’ and wrote, directed, and acted in the highly successful Friday movies.

The inaugural Ice Cube Impact Award is a groundbreaking collaboration between the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame and the BIG3 basketball league visionary Ice Cube.

“I have had a deep love for basketball since my early years,” Ice Cube said. “When I embarked on the BIG3 journey, I never anticipated it would culminate to the level of having an award from the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame named after me. I am genuinely elated and honored.”

The award aims to recognize Ice Cube’s remarkable contributions to basketball, unparalleled passion for the game, steadfast commitment to fostering dialogues on inclusivity, equal opportunity, and racial and social justice, and significant contributions to education and community development initiatives.

“The Hall of Fame honors those whose contributions have had a significant impact on the sport at every level,” John Doleva, President and CEO of the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame, on creating an award on Ice Cube’s behalf. “The creation of the Ice Cube Impact Award further advances our foundational mission to preserve and promote the game of basketball and to be a force for positive change in the world. Ice Cube has created opportunities in basketball, music, and entertainment and continues to inspire millions through his efforts. This new exhibit and the annual trophy will honor both Ice Cube and the community leaders who use James Naismith’s ideals to build better communities.”

EVENT DETAILS

Sunday, January 14

Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame

1000 Hall of Fame Avenue | Springfield, MA | 01105

• 11:00 AM-12:15 PM – Clinic with local youth organizations at Center Court featuring Ice Cube and Hall of Famer and current BIG3 coach Nancy Lieberman [NOT OPEN TO THE PUBLIC]
• 1:00-2:00 PM – Hoophall Hangout at Center Court (Q&A with Ice Cube; hosted by Lieberman)
• 2:30-3:00 PM – Ribbon cutting ceremony and unveiling of the Ice Cube Impact Award exhibit in the Tip-Off Pavilion, followed by media availability

Monday, January 15

Springfield College – Blake Arena

263 Alden Street | Springfield, MA | 01109

• 12:30 PM – Media Availability in Room 117 (adjacent to Media Room 119)
• 1:00 PM – Halftime of Hoophall Classic – Ice Cube Award Presentation

About Ice Cube

Ice Cube, a legendary figure in the world of music and entertainment, has proven time and time again that his talents and passions extend far beyond the realm of music and movies. While initially gaining fame as a groundbreaking rap group N.W.A. member, Ice Cube has since carved out a multifaceted career that spans acting, directing, producing, and even sports ownership. Following N.W.A., Ice Cube pursued a successful solo music career. He later established himself as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry through his acting roles and contributions to filmmaking, starring in numerous films such as “Boyz n the Hood,” “Friday,” and “Barbershop.” In 2017, he co-founded the BIG3, which aimed to bring an exciting 3-on-3 basketball league featuring former NBA stars and other professional players to fans. Among Ice Cube’s many awards and honors, he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of N.W.A. in 2016 and received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2017.