Black Girls Talk Sports

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears discuss the Women's National Basketball Association's (WNBA) 25th season. They share their thoughts about the current WNBA standings and mention teams and players to watch. They give their picks for upcoming games. They also encourage everyone to get a WNBA League Pass. #KeepItSporty Mentioned in this episode: WNBA League Pass - https://leaguepass.wnba.com/ Sources: Associated Press. (2021, May 14). Ionescu Hits 3 with 0.4 left, Liberty Beat Fever 90-87. ESPN. https://www.espn.com/wnba/recap?gameId=401320565 Cohen, K. (2021, May 28). Seattle Storm Lose Mikiah Herbert Harrigan for 2021 Season. ESPN. https://www.espn.com/wnba/story/_/id/31527359/seattle-storm-lose-mikiah-herbert-harrigan-2021-season Dunn, L. (2021, May 28). Already A WNBA Legend, Sue Bird Has No Plans On Retiring Anytime Soon. Sportsnet. https://www.sportsnet.ca/wnba/article/already-wnba-legend-sue-bird-no-plans-retiring-anytime-soon/ ESPN. (2021). Seattle Storm. ESPN Enterprises. https://www.espn.com/wnba/team/_/name/sea/seattle-storm ESPN. (2021). Las Vegas Aces. ESPN Enterprises. https://www.espn.com/wnba/team/_/name/lv/las-vegas-aces WNBA. (2021). Frequently Asked Questions: WNBA. NBA Media Ventures, LLC. https://www.wnba.com/faq/ Podcast Items of Interest: Become a Monthly Patron - https://www.patreon.com/BlackGirlsTalkSports Buy Us a Coffee - https://ko-fi.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us the Facebook Group (Women only) @BlackGirlsTalkSports Download free Android App in the Google Play Store Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine - www.cuisinenoirmag.com

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears have a conversation with Franchón Crews-Dezurn, the WBC and WBO super middleweight world champion. They discuss her boxing career and the first time she got hurt. They talk about Crews-Dezurn's upcoming fight against Elin Cederoos of Sweden scheduled for June 19, Triller Fight Club, in Miami, Florida. The American professional boxer shares three reasons why everyone should watch women's boxing. #KeepItSporty About Franchón Crews-Dezurn Franchón "The Heavy Hitting Diva" Crews-Dezurn is the World Boxing Council (WBC) and World Boxing Organization (WBO) super middleweight world champion. Her record is 7-1 with two knockouts. The Virginia Beach (Virgina) native is also a singer, fashion designer, and advocate for women's sports. She resides in Baltimore, Maryland. Podcast Items of Interest: Become a Monthly Patron - https://www.patreon.com/BlackGirlsTalkSports Buy Us a Coffee - https://ko-fi.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us the Facebook Group (Women only) @BlackGirlsTalkSports Download free Android App in the Google Play Store Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine - www.cuisinenoirmag.com

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears pay homage to Kentucky Derby Black jockeys. They highlight Black jockeys who participated in the Kentucky Derby between 1875 to 1902. In the first Kentucky Derby, 13 of the 15 riders were Black; and Black jockeys won 15 of the first 28 Kentucky Derby horse races. #KeepItSporty Sources: Crump, S. (2021, May 5). Remembering the last Black jockey to win the Kentucky Derby. Gray Television, Inc. https://www.wbtv.com/2021/05/05/remembering-last-black-jockey-win-kentucky-derby/ The Editors of Encyclopedia Britannica. (2021). Isaac Burns Murphy. Encyclopedia Britannica, Inc. https://www.britannica.com/biography/Isaac-Burns-Murphy The Editors of Encyclopedia Britannica. (2021). James Winkfield. Encyclopedia Britannica, Inc. https://www.britannica.com/biography/James-Winkfield Kentucky Commission on Human Rights. (2021). Oliver Lewis. Commonwealth of Kentucky. https://kchr.ky.gov/Hall-of-Fame/Pages/Oliver-Lewis.aspx Kentucky Derby. (2021). Legacy of Black Jockeys. Churchill Downs Incorporated. https://www.kentuckyderby.com/history/legacy-of-black-jockeys Wikipedia Contributors. (2021, April 26). Isaac Burns Murphy. Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Isaac_Burns_Murphy Wikipedia Contributors. (2020, September 13). Oliver Lewis. Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oliver_Lewis Wikipedia Contributors. (2020, Marcy 17). Jimmy Winkfield Stakes. Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jimmy_Winkfield_Stakes Podcast Items of Interest: Become a Monthly Patron - https://www.patreon.com/BlackGirlsTalkSports Buy Us a Coffee - https://ko-fi.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us the Facebook Group (Women only) @BlackGirlsTalkSports Download free Android App in the Google Play Store Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine - www.cuisinenoirmag.com

Host Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears discuss 2021 NFL Draft picks by teams. They share their thoughts about no HBCU players being selected in this year's draft. They give some NFL Draft facts. They shout-out the 259th draft pick, "2021 Mr. Irrelevant," selected by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. #KeepItSporty Sources: Lewis, S. (2021, May 1). "LSU Nose Tackle Tyler Shelvin Selected by Bengals in 4th Round of NFL Draft." KATC. https://www.katc.com/sports/lsu-sports/lsu-nose-tackle-tyler-shelvin-selected-by-bengals-in-4th-round-of-nfl-draft Pitt, W. (2021, May 1). "No HBCU players chosen in 2021 NFL Draft." HBCU Gameday. https://hbcugameday.com/2021/05/01/no-hbcu-players-chosen-in-2021-nfl-draft/ Sports Reference (2021). "Trey Lance." Sports-reference.com. https://www.sports-reference.com/cfb/players/trey-lance-1.html Podcast Items of Interest: Become a Monthly Patron - https://www.patreon.com/BlackGirlsTalkSports Buy Us a Coffee - https://ko-fi.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us the Facebook Group (Women only) @BlackGirlsTalkSports Download free Android App in the Google Play Store Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine - www.cuisinenoirmag.com

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears discuss the NFL Draft order, NFL Draft prospects, and mock draft picks. They share their thoughts about Louisiana State University (LSU) Pro Day. They also predict how many Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) players will be selected in this year's draft. #KeepItSporty Sources: Arvoy, J. (2021, April 23). "When is 2021 NFL Draft: Dates, schedule, start time, TV channel, draft order, how to watch." NBC Sports. https://sports.nbcsports.com/2021/04/20/when-is-nfl-draft-2021-dates-start-time-schedule-tv-channel-order/ Baumgardner, N. (2021, April 14). "NFL Draft: Standouts from the HBCU pro day." The Athletic. https://theathletic.com/2519831/2021/04/14/2021-nfl-draft-hbcu-pro-day/ ESPN Staff. (2021). "Trevor Lawrence." ESPN.com. https://www.espn.com/college-football/player/_/id/4360310/trevor-lawrence ESPN Staff. (2021). "Justin Fields." ESPN.com. https://www.espn.com/college-football/player/_/id/4362887/justin-fields ESPN Staff. (2021). "Zach Wilson. ESPN.com. https://www.espn.com/college-football/player/_/id/4361259/zach-wilson ESPN Staff. (2021). "Devonta Smith." ESPN.com. https://www.espn.com/college-football/player/_/id/4241478/devonta-smith Hill, K. (2021, March 19). "NFL Sets Order for 2021 Draft; Jaguars With 10 Picks Overall. Sports Illustrated." https://www.si.com/nfl/jaguars/draft/nfl-sets-order-for-2021-draft-jaguars-with-10-picks-overall Podcast Items of Interest: Become a Monthly Patron - https://www.patreon.com/BlackGirlsTalkSports Buy Us a Coffee - https://ko-fi.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us the Facebook Group (Women only) @BlackGirlsTalkSports Download free Android App in the Google Play Store Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine - www.cuisinenoirmag.com

Host Rekaya Gibson has a conversation with Marisa Moseley, head coach for the University of Wisconsin women's basketball team, about equity in women's college basketball. She discusses why gender equality is important in sports; what needs to be done to promote gender equity in sports; and her role to ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion at her Big Ten school. She also shares her thoughts about equal pay for women in sports; the impact the Fair Pay to Play Act may have on women's sports; and her view on one-and-done for women athletes. About Coach Marisa Moseley Marisa Moseley is the head coach for the University of Wisconsin women's basketball team. She spent the past three seasons as the head coach at Boston University (BU), her alma mater, where she guided the women's basketball program to a 45-29 overall record. Moseley also spent nine years as an assistant coach at the University of Connecticut. She was on staff when the team won five NCAA titles and appeared in the Final Four each season. She is a native of Springfield, Massachusetts, and earned her bachelor's degree in sociology from BU in 2004. Connect with her on Twitter @marisamoseley. Mentioned in this episode: University of Wisconsin Women's Basketball - https://uwbadgers.com/sports/womens-basketball WNBA League Pass - https://leaguepass.wnba.com/ Podcast Items of Interest: Become a Monthly Patron - https://www.patreon.com/BlackGirlsTalkSports Buy Us a Coffee - https://ko-fi.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us the Facebook Group (Women only) @BlackGirlsTalkSports Download free Android App in the Google Play Store Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine - www.cuisinenoirmag.com

In honor of National Student-Athlete Day, hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears highlight student athletes on April 6. They include Donta' Williams, University of Arizona; Azzi Fudd, St. John's College High School; Trevor Lawrence, Clemson University; Jazzleen McRae, Choppin State University; and Chuba Hubbard, Oklahoma State. They also pay homage to Dawn Staley, University of South Carolina, for advocating for student athletes. #KeepItSporty Sources: Caron. E. (2019, March 12). Azzi Fudd Is First Sophomore to Ever Win Gatorade National Girls Basketball Player of the Year. Sports Illustrated. https://www.si.com/high-school/2019/03/12/azzi-fudd-elena-delle-donne-gatorade-national-girls-basketball-player Coppin State University Athletics. (2021). Choppin State University. https://coppinstatesports.com/sports/womens-bowling/roster/jazzleen-mcrae/2563 Lev, M. (2020, July 31). Table setter: Arizona's leadoff man, Donta' Williams, wants to pave the way for other Black players. Arizona Daily Star. https://tucson.com/sports/arizonawildcats/baseball/table-setter-arizona-s-leadoff-man-donta-williams-wants-to-pave-the-way-for-other/article_19e9acb6-19dd-59f5-bf2d-89e39aa187e6.html Peek, K. (2021, April 1). UConn commit Azzi Fudd wins Girls High School Player of the Year as Huskies head to Final Four. Yahoo! Sports https://www.yahoo.com/now/azzi-fudd-named-2021-morgan-wootten-girls-high-school-player-of-the-year-200628107.html Wikipedia Contributors. (2021, March 31). Trevor Lawrence (American football). Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trevor_Lawrence_(American_football) Wittry, A. (2020, April 6). Celebrate National Student-Athlete Day. NCAA. https://www.ncaa.com/live-updates/celebrate-national-student-athlete-day Podcast Items of Interest: Become a Monthly Patron - https://www.patreon.com/BlackGirlsTalkSports Buy Us a Coffee - https://ko-fi.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us the Facebook Group (Women only) @BlackGirlsTalkSports Download free Android App in the Google Play Store Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine - www.cuisinenoirmag.com

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears discuss some of their favorite NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament games of all times. #MarchMadness #KeepItSporty Sources: March Madness. (2020, March 23). Indiana vs. Syracuse: 1987 National Championship | Full Game. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4wrh_hTDNtM Norlander, M. (2020, April 6). March Madness immortalized: The 101 greatest NCAA Tournament games in modern college basketball history. CBS Sports. https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/news/march-madness-immortalized-the-101-greatest-ncaa-tournament-games-in-modern-college-basketball-history/ Wikipedia Contributors. (2021, March 21). 1985 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship Game. Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1985_NCAA_Division_I_Men%27s_Basketball_Championship_Game Podcast Items of Interest: Become a Monthly Patron - https://www.patreon.com/BlackGirlsTalkSports Buy Us a Coffee - https://ko-fi.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us the Facebook Group (Women only) @BlackGirlsTalkSports Download free Android App in the Google Play Store Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine - www.cuisinenoirmag.com

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears discuss the NCAA Men's Division I Basketball Tournament. They mention upsets in college basketball during March Madness. They highlight Oral Roberts Golden Eagles men's basketball, this year's bracket buster and Cinderella team. They share their predictions for the Sweet 16 matchups. They also project the winner of the 2021 NCAA Men's Basketball Championship. Sources: Curtis, J. (2021, March 26). Pac-12 Not Receiving the Credit It Deserves in NCAA Tournament. Sports Illustrated. https://www.si.com/college/cal/basketball/pac-12-ncaa-not-getting-credit Johannesen, K. (2021, February 23). NCAA tournament site Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall has been a historic venue for more than hoops. Indiana University. https://news.iu.edu/stories/2021/02/iub/inside/23-ncaa-tournament-assembly-hall-historic-venue-basketball-events.htmlhttps://bit.ly/3fk4tvY Podcast Items of Interest: Buy Us a Coffee - https://ko-fi.com/blackgirlstalksports Become a Monthly Patron - https://www.patreon.com/BlackGirlsTalkSports Join Us on Facebook (Women only) - https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/ Download BGTS Android App in the Google Play Store https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine - www.cuisinenoirmag.com

Host Rekaya Gibson discusses the NCAA Division I Women's Basketball Tournament matchups for March Madness. She shares her predictions for the first round, Final Four, and the championship games. She highlights two teams from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) who made the tournament: North Carolina A&T and Jackson State University. #KeepItSporty Sources: HBCU Game Day. (2021, March 16). A&T women to face ACC foe in NCAA Tourney. HBCUGameDay.com. https://hbcugameday.com/2021/03/16/at-women-to-face-acc-foe-in-ncaa-tourney/ Podcast Items of Interest: Buy Us a Coffee - https://ko-fi.com/blackgirlstalksports Become a Monthly Patron - https://www.patreon.com/BlackGirlsTalkSports Join Us on Facebook (Women only) - https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/ Download BGTS Android App in the Google Play Store https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine - www.cuisinenoirmag.com

In honor of National Women's History Month, host Rekaya Gibson shares 11 facts about Renee Powell who became the second African American woman to compete on the LPGA Tour. She participated in over 250 professional golf events and won the 1973 Kelly Springfield Open in Brisbane, Australia. Powell was born on May 4, 1946, in Canton, Ohio. She is the daughter of William J. Powell, the first African American to build, own, and operate a golf course in the United States. The Sigma Gamma Rho sorority member is the head professional at Clearview Golf Club where she carries on her father's legacy. Sources: Clearview Golf Club. (2020). Renee Powell. Clear View Golf Club. https://www.clearviewgolfclub.com/reneepowell Denney, B. (2020, July 15). Timeline of African-American achievements in golf. PGA of America. https://www.pga.com/story/timeline-of-african-american-achievements-in-golf Powell, R. (2011, August 16). It's about the Game: Renee Powell and Diversity in Golf. United States Golf Association. https://www.usga.org/articles/2011/08/its-about-the-game-renee-powell-and-diversity-in-golf-21474841786.html Wikipedia contributors. (2021, January 20). Renee Powell. Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Renee_Powell&oldid=1001619714 Podcast Items of Interest: Buy Us a Coffee - https://ko-fi.com/blackgirlstalksports Become a Monthly Patron - https://www.patreon.com/BlackGirlsTalkSports Join Us on Facebook (Women only) - https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/ Download BGTS Android App in the Google Play Store https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine - www.cuisinenoirmag.com

In honor of Women's History Month, host Rekaya Gibson highlights Luci Collins (Cummings), an American gymnast from Inglewood, California. In 1980, She became the first Black gymnast to qualify for the United States women's Olympic team. That same year, the U.S. boycotted the Moscow Olympics. Collins, an African American of Creole heritage, did not get to compete. #KeepItSporty Sources: Ford, B.D. and Roenigk, A. (2020, July 18). How Dianne Durham, Bela Karolyi's first national champion, paved the way for Black gymnasts. ESPN. https://www.espn.com/olympics/story/_/id/29469312/how-dianne-durham-bela-karolyi-first-national-champion-paved-way-black-gymnasts Hersh, P. (2016, February 29). Simone Biles and gabby Douglas are latest and greatest heroes in a storied history of African American gymnasts. TeamUSA.org. https://www.teamusa.org/News/2016/February/29/Simone-Biles-And-Gabby-Douglas-Are-Latest-In-A-Storied-History-Of-African-American-Gymnasts Wikipedia contributors. (2021, February 12). Luci Collins. Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Luci_Collins&oldid=1006329970 Podcast Items of Interest: Buy Us a Coffee - https://ko-fi.com/blackgirlstalksports Become a Monthly Patron - https://www.patreon.com/BlackGirlsTalkSports Join Us on Facebook (Women only) - https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/ Download BGTS Android App in the Google Play Store https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine - www.cuisinenoirmag.com

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears have a conversation with Jazmyn Jackson, an outfielder for Athletes Unlimited and the California Commotion. She discusses her journey as a Black woman in softball. She explains the difference between fast pitch and slow pitch softball. She also talks about the docuseries "Hitting Home: Diversity in Softball, Examining Social Issues in Professional Sports." #KeepItSporty About Jazmyn Jackson Jazmyn Jackson was the first player signed by the California Commotion in January 2020. She became a member of the United States National Team in 2016. That year, she helped the team to a gold medal at the World Championship, where she hit .591 with 8 RBIs. Website - https://jazmynjackson.com/ Instagram - @Jazmynrenee Twitter - @JazmynJacksonn Mentioned in this episode: Athletes Unlimited - https://auprosports.com/ Verve in Action (VIA) - https://www.verveinaction.org/ Podcast Items of Interest: Buy Us a Coffee - https://ko-fi.com/blackgirlstalksports Become a Monthly Patron - https://www.patreon.com/BlackGirlsTalkSports Join Us on Facebook (Women only) - https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/ Download BGTS Android App in the Google Play Store https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine - www.cuisinenoirmag.com

Tampa Bay Buccaneers won the NFL Super Bowl LV Championship on February 7, 2021, at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa Bay, Florida. Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears recap the matchup between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Kansas City Chiefs. They share their thoughts about the game and give some facts about Super Bowl 55. They also react to the Super Bowl halftime show performance by The Weeknd. Sources: ESPN Pro Sports Outlook Mentioned in This Episode: Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine - www.cuisinenoirmag.com Download BGTS Android App in the Google Play Store https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Podcast Items of Interest: Become a Monthly Patron - https://www.patreon.com/BlackGirlsTalkSports Buy Us a Coffee - https://ko-fi.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook (Women only) - https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears give an update on NCAA Men's College Basketball. They discuss teams in the Top 25 College Basketball Ranking as of February 4, 2021. They share their thoughts about March Madness being held in Indianapolis, Indiana. #KeepItSporty Mentioned in This Episode: Black Girls Talk Sports Episode - Men's College Basketball: Teams and Players to Watch (2020-21 season), December 7, 2020. Sources: Associated Press. (2021, February 3). "Louisville postpones men's college basketball games vs. Syracuse, Virginia due to COVID-19 protocols." ESPN. Parrish, G. (2021, February 4). "College basketball rankings: Losses by Villanova and Houston lead to shake-up in top five of new Top 25 And 1." CBSSports.com. VanTryon, Matthew. (2021, January 4). "Will fans be allowed at NCAA tournament games in Indianapolis? What we know." IndyStar. Podcast Items of Interest: Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Become a Monthly Patron - https://www.patreon.com/BlackGirlsTalkSports Buy Us a Coffee - https://ko-fi.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook (Women only) - https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/ Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine - www.cuisinenoirmag.com

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears discuss the Super Bowl LV (55) matchup between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Kansas City Chiefs, in Tampa Bay, Florida. They share their thoughts about the game and give their Super Bowl predictions. They mention how to watch the 2021 Super Bowl, kickoff time, spread, points total, and the Super Bowl halftime show. #KeepItSporty Sources: CBS Sports Staff. (2021, January 29). "2021 Super Bowl odds, line, spread: Chiefs vs. Buccaneers picks, predictions from top-rated expert who's 16-3." CBSSports.com. DeArdo, B. (2021, January 29). "Where is Super Bowl 2021: Date, time, site, how to watch, TV channel, live stream Super Bowl LV." CBSSports.com. Podcast Items of Interest: Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Become a Monthly Patron - https://www.patreon.com/BlackGirlsTalkSports Buy Us a Coffee - https://ko-fi.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook (Women only) - https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/ Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine - www.cuisinenoirmag.com

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Sports discusses the start of the 2020-21 National Basketball Association (NBA) Season. They give an overview about its structure and the NBA game postponements due to the pandemic. They share their thoughts and predictions about teams and players in the Eastern and Western Conferences. #KeepItSporty Sources: USA Today Sports, For the Win The Athletic Mentioned in This Episode: Nadkarni, R. (2021, January 21). The Five Teams Most Likely to Win the 2021 NBA Finals, Ranked. Sports Illustrated. https://www.si.com/nba/2021/01/21/nba-finals-contenders-ranked Podcast Items of Interest: Become a Monthly Patron - https://www.patreon.com/BlackGirlsTalkSports Buy Us a Coffee - https://ko-fi.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook (Women only) - https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/ Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine - www.cuisinenoirmag.com

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears discuss the NFL Playoffs Divisional Round for the AFC and NFC. They share their game predictions for the Baltimore Ravens vs Buffalo Bills, Cleveland Browns vs Kansas City Chiefs, Los Angeles Rams vs Green Bay Packers, and Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs New Orleans Saints. In other news, they give their initial reactions to James Harden trade to the Brooklyn Nets. #KeepItSporty Source: NFL Divisional Playoff Capsules Mentioned in This Episode: Download the Black Girls Talk Sports Free Android App https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Podcast Items of Interest: Become a Monthly Patron - https://www.patreon.com/BlackGirlsTalkSports Buy Us a Coffee - https://ko-fi.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook (Women only) - https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/ Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine - www.cuisinenoirmag.com

Host Rekaya Gibson has a great conversation with Rugby Hall of Famer Phaidra Knight who is the president of the Women's Sports Foundation (WSF). Knight is the first African American woman inducted into the World Rugby Hall of Fame. She discusses WSF's goals for 2021. Also, she shares why she recently launched PSK Collective, a clothing line that promotes inclusivity, empowerment, and equality. About Phaidra Knight Phaidra Knight, J.D. is President of the Women's Sports Foundation, a World Rugby Hall of Fame inductee, sports media talent, motivational speaker, entrepreneur, and mixed martial artist. One of the premier players in the sport of rugby, she made three appearances in the Rugby World Cup, was selected as the top player in the world in two different positions, was named the USA Rugby Player of the Decade in 2010, and became the first African American and eighth woman inducted into the World Rugby Hall of Fame. In 2017, Knight was named head coach of the newly formed Monroe College women's rugby team in the Bronx, New York, and she has served as a director and coach of Play Rugby USA, the premier Olympic nonprofit dedicated to reaching kids in underserved communities in New York. Knight is also an entrepreneur and recently launched PSK Collective, a fusion of activewear and streetwear for girls and women, and she is the founder of PeaK Unleashed, a non-profit organization devoted to cultivating personal and physical development of marginalized youth through rugby and yoga. She is a keynote speaker, addressing many audiences on leadership, resilience, LGBTQ rights, race, and anti-bullying. Concurrently, Knight works as a Rugby Analyst for NBC Sports, ESPN, and CBS Sports, and serves on the Board of Trustees for the Women's Sports Foundation. Connect with her on Instagram at PhaidraKnight or on Twitter @PhaidraKnight. Mentioned in This Episode: Women's Sports Foundation - https://www.womenssportsfoundation.org/ ROOTS Rugby Family - https://rootsrugbyfamily.com/ PSK Collective - https://pskcollective.com Podcast Items of Interest: Become a Monthly Patron - https://www.patreon.com/BlackGirlsTalkSports Buy Us a Coffee - https://ko-fi.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook (Women only) - https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/ Download Our Free Android App https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine - www.cuisinenoirmag.com

Black Girl Talk Sports Podcast celebrates its 4-year anniversary. Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spear reflect on the year in sports 2020. They discuss their favorite podcast episodes. They also mention the NFL Internship program and the Los Angeles Super Bowl Host Committee Business Connect Lunch and Learn. #KeepItSporty Mentioned in This Episode: Become a monthly patron on Patreon - www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Buy our editor/producer a coffee – www.Ko-fi.com/blackgirlstalksports NFL Internship Program - https://nfl.taleo.net/careersection/nfl_ex/jobsearch.ftl NFL and the Los Angeles Super Bowl Host Committee Business Connect, Lunch & Learn, January 6, 2021 (virtual) - https://www.lasec.net/businessconnect 10 Basic Football Routes http://traffic.libsyn.com/blackgirlstalksports/Football_Routes.pdf "I Came as a Shadow: An Autobiography" by John Thompson – (Disclosure: I will earn a small commission if you click through and make a purchase) - https://bookshop.org/a/9772/9781250619358 Top 3 Popular Episodes of All Time 1) - Negro Leagues Baseball Facts - https://blackgirlstalksports.com/podcast/negro-leagues-baseball-facts/ 2) - Marketing HBCU Sports to Black Consumers - https://blackgirlstalksports.com/podcast/marketing-hbcu-sports-to-black-consumers/ 3) - NBA Free Agency (2018) - https://blackgirlstalksports.com/podcast/nba-free-agency/ Podcast Sponsor Cuisine Noir Magazine - www.cuisinenoirmag.com Join Us on Facebook (Women only) - https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/ Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears share an update on the National Football League (NFL) Week 15. They give their predictions for this week's games. They discuss the current NFL Playoff picture. They mention some NFL facts about players and teams. #KeepItSporty Podcast Items of Interest: Support Us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/BlackGirlsTalkSports Join Us on Facebook (Women only) - https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/ Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine - www.cuisinenoirmag.com

Host Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears chat with special guest Edniesha Curry, the assistant coach for the University of Maine men's basketball team. She shares an inspiring story about her father, playing basketball professionally, and being one of only two women coaching for NCAA Division I Men's Basketball. She also mentions being a panelist for BreakThrough Summit, a free digital summit for women in sports, scheduled for December 14 and 15. #KeepItSporty About Edniesha Curry Edniesha Curry is the assistant coach for the University of Maine men's basketball team, one of only two women coaching for NCAA Division I Men's Basketball. She serves as a technology instructor for the NBA's Assistant Coaches Program which helps educate and transition former players into becoming coaches after retiring. She also played professional basketball for eight years including time overseas and in the WNBA with the Phoenix Mercury and the Los Angeles Sparks. Mentioned in This Episode: BreakThrough Summit, a free digital summit for women in sports December 14 and 15, 2020 – For more information and to register, go to: www.breakthroughsummit.live Podcast Items of Interest: Support Us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/BlackGirlsTalkSports Join Us on Facebook (Women only) - https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/ Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine - www.cuisinenoirmag.com

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears discuss the start of the 2020-2021 NCAA men's college basketball season. They highlight teams in the AP Top 25 Poll and mention players to watch. They also share their thoughts about games being affected by COVID-19. #KeepItSporty Podcast Items of Interest: Support Us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/BlackGirlsTalkSports Join Us on Facebook (Women only) - https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/ Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine - www.cuisinenoirmag.com

Host Rekaya Gibson shares sports news about college football, college basketball, NFL, and women's soccer. She praises Vanderbilt Sarah Fuller for becoming the first woman to play in a Power 5 college football game. She also makes some announcements and invite listeners to a summit. Mentioned in This Episode Black women hockey fan research project. Email Dr. Michelle Richardson at [email protected] BreakThrough Summit, a Digital Leadership Summit for Women in Sports, December 14 and December 15. Free registration at https://www.breakthroughsummit.live/ She Plays, a daily fantasy sports platform dedicated exclusively to women's professional sports in the United States. https://she-plays.com/ Women's Sports Foundation Announces Travel & Training Fund Grant Recipients https://www.womenssportsfoundation.org/press_release/womens-sports-foundation-announces-travel-training-fund-grant-recipients/ Cuisine Noir Magazine https://www.cuisinenoirmag.com/ Sources: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30408556/baltimore-ravens-add-six-more-reserve-covid-19-list-total-18 https://hbcusports.com/2020/11/28/groin-injury-forces-howard-to-shut-down-makur-maker-for-extended-period/ https://www.foxnews.com/sports/denver-broncos-qbs-all-declared-ineligible-for-sunday-receiver-may-reportedly-start Podcast Items of Interest: Support Us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/BlackGirlsTalkSports Join Us on Facebook (Women only) - https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/ Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine - www.cuisinenoirmag.com

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears discuss the NBA Draft results. They share their thoughts about some of the top players. They also mention which teams selected the best and worst NBA Draft picks. Source: https://www.nba.com/news/2020-nba-draft-results-picks-1-60 Podcast Items of Interest: Support Us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/BlackGirlsTalkSports Join Us on Facebook (Women only) - https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/ Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine - www.cuisinenoirmag.com

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears discuss the National Basketball League (NBA) 2020 Draft. They mention the NBA draft order. They also make some NBA team predictions and highlight some NBA draft prospects. #KeepItSporty Podcast Items of Interest: Support Us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/BlackGirlsTalkSports Join Us on Facebook (Women only) - https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/ Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine - www.cuisinenoirmag.com

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears share an update on the NCAA 2020 football season amidst COVID-19. They discuss some of the topped ranked college football teams including Clemson, Alabama, Ohio State, Notre Dame, Georgia, Cincinnati, Indiana, and Liberty. They share their thoughts about Deion Sanders becoming the head coach of Jackson State University (JSU) and Shedeur Sanders' (his son) commitment to play for JSU. #KeepItSporty Podcast Items of Interest: Support Us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/BlackGirlsTalkSports Join Us on Facebook (Women only) - https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/ Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine - www.cuisinenoirmag.com

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears discuss the Los Angeles Dodgers' World Series win over the Tampa Bay Rays in Game 6. They share some facts about the Dodgers. They highlight Dodgers players Corey Seager, Mookie Betts, and Tony Gonsolin. They also share their thoughts about the Rays replacing Pitcher Blake Snell in the 6th inning. Did the Dodgers deserve to win the 2020 World Series due to the shorten Major League Baseball season? Listen to find out. #KeepItSporty Link to Sources: https://www.cnbc.com/2018/10/23/how-boston-red-sox-mookie-betts-mom-became-his-first-baseball-coach.html https://www.sportingnews.com/us/mlb/news/dodgers-rays-live-score-updates-highlights-world-series/i8qib2pi7rx41qw823jbg8hgu https://www.bleachernation.com/cubs/2020/10/28/our-reaction-to-the-blake-snell-decision-says-a-lot-about-us-as-fans-and-baseball-as-a-sport/ Podcast Items of Interest: Support Us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/BlackGirlsTalkSports Join Us on Facebook (Women only) - https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/ Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine - www.cuisinenoirmag.com

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears celebrate their 200th episode of Black Girls Talk Sports Podcast by streaming live in their Facebook Group. They discuss NFL Week 7 and give their picks. They also share what podcasting has meant to them. #KeepItSporty Podcast Items of Interest: Support Us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/BlackGirlsTalkSports Join Us on Facebook (Women only) - https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/ Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine - www.cuisinenoirmag.com

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears discuss the NBA Finals: Los Angeles Lakers vs. Miami Heat. They congratulate the Los Angeles Lakers on winning the 2020 NBA Championship. They talk about the Lakers' performance in the NBA Bubble. They also revisit their post-season predictions. Did they guess correctly? Listen to find out. #KeepItSporty Podcast Items of Interest: Support Us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/BlackGirlsTalkSports Join Us on Facebook (Women only) - https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/ Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine - www.cuisinenoirmag.com

Host Rekaya Gibson chats with special guest Dr. Tunisha Singleton, a board member of Black Girl Hockey Club (BGHC) whose mission is to focus on making hockey more inclusive for Black women. They talk about the BGHC scholarship, the "Get Uncomfortable Campaign," and events. They also discuss the nonprofit's successes and challenges. #KeepItSporty About Dr. Tunisha Singleton Tunisha Singleton, Ph.D., is a Media Psychologist and emerging media, marketing and digital communications consultant. In addition to business consulting and serving Fielding Graduate University's Department of Psychology as Adjunct Faculty, Dr. Singleton has turned her attention to tackling her passion in sports, working to boost fan engagement, build community relationships, and plant engaging touch points to fasten a supportive relationship between sports and society. Dr. Singleton sits on the BGHC Board of Directors and aspires to work with more organizations on projects surrounding sports and society, mental health, multiculturalism, and race/gender/LGBTQ empowerment. Mentioned in this Episode: Black Girl Hockey Club - https://blackgirlhockeyclub.org Black Girl Hockey Club on Twitter - @BlackGirlHockey Black Girl Hockey Club on Instagram - @BlackGirlHockeyClub Tampa Bay Lightning, 2020 Stanley Cup Champions of the National Hockey League Podcast Items of Interest: Support Us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/BlackGirlsTalkSports Join Us on Facebook (Women only) - https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/ Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine - www.cuisinenoirmag.com

Host Rekaya Gibson chats with special guests Elizabeth Flores-Amaya, the Director, Community Impact at the Women's Sports Foundation (WSF), and Marguerite Jane Heyward Bowen, the girls' basketball coach at North End Recreation Center in Waterbury, Connecticut. They spotlight the Sports 4 Life program, co-founded by the WSF and espnW, that helps close the sports access gap for girls of color. This year, they awarded 25 organizations in 14 states including Washington D.C., with a total of $175,000 in funding. #KeepItSporty About Elizabeth Flores-Amaya Elizabeth Flores-Amaya has dedicated her career to increasing girls' athletic participation and advocating for equitable access and opportunity for all girls so they can reach their full potential. The Director, Community Impact at the Women's Sports Foundation, she is a nonprofit program management expert, focusing her work at both the grassroots and national level initiatives to improve funding, research and education. Elizabeth enjoys running and is a coach for Girls on the Run. About Marguerite Jane Heyward Bowen Marguerite Jane Heyward Bowen is an extraordinary woman. Marguerite was born and raised in Waterbury CT and has been focused on coaching and uplifting her community for the past 20+ years. You can find Marguerite at the North End Recreation Center coaching girls' basketball and mentoring most evenings. When Marguerite isn't coaching at The Rec, she is coaching the junior varsity team at Holy Cross, where she has been for nine years. If that isn't enough, Marguerite works full time as an Assistant Residential Program Manager at Ability Beyond in Danbury, where she shines and has been supporting individuals with disabilities for 17 years. Marguerite is a woman with presence, skill, and a whole lot of heart that can get you through anything. She is regarded as a strong and gifted coach, and she continues to move forward each year diversifying her coaching skills. She is involved in the partnership between the Hispanic Coalition and North End Rec, setting up her teams with coaching, mentoring, fitness programs, or anything they need. Marguerite has brought her teams to Flight Camp with Michael Jordan, NBA games, and has most recently been affiliated with the Women's Sports Foundation where she shares her passion for women sharing in all sports. Marguerite demonstrates every day the power of sports done right to unite young people around common goals, and to become strong, resilient, and caring adults who thrive. Mentioned in this episode: Women's Sport Foundation - www.womenssportsfoundation.org North End Recreation Center – www.waterburyct.myrec.com Podcast Items of Interest: Support Us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/BlackGirlsTalkSports Join Us on Facebook (Women only) - https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/ Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine - www.cuisinenoirmag.com

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears discuss the United States (US) Open Tennis Championships. They share results from the women's singles and the men's singles. They highlight Naomi Osaka's win and activism. They mention other up and coming black tennis players who participated in the 2020 US Open such as Robin Montgomery, Hailey Baptiste, Whitney Osuigwe, and Frances Tiafoe. #KeepItSporty Mentioned in this episode: Previous episode about Black Men Tennis Players Support Us on Patreon - http://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Sources: CBC Kids News. (14 Sept. 2020). "7 Masks, 7 Wins: Naomi Osaka Wins U.S. Open While Protesting Anti-Black Racism." CBC.ca. https://www.cbc.ca/kidsnews/post/7-masks-7-wins-naomi-osaka-wins-u.s.-open-while-protesting-anti-black-racis Coffey, W. (5 Sept. 2020). "Serena Williams Vs. Sloane Stephens: Highly Anticipated Match Highlights Historic U.S. Open Women's Draw." USA Today. https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/tennis/2020/09/05/serena-williams-sloane-stephens-among-record-12-black-women-us-open/5722318002/ Maciel, C. 13 Sept. 2020). "Top Storylines at the 2020." US Open. https://www.usopen.org/en_US/news/articles/2020-09-13/2020-09-13_top_storylines_at_the_2020_us_open.html Podcast Items of Interest: Join Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/ Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine www.cuisinenoirmag.com

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears discuss the kickoff of the National Football League (NFL) 101st Season. They talk about league changes due to the pandemic and social injustice. They share their thoughts about teams and players to watch. They also make some predictions about the season and disclose their NFL Week 1 picks. #KeepItSporty Sources: https://www.pro-football-reference.com https://www.sports-reference.com/cfb/players/joe-burrow-1.html https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2020_NFL_season Podcast Items of Interest Support Us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/ Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine www.cuisinenoirmag.com

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears feature Jason Wright, The Washington Football Team President. They discuss his role and responsibilities. They also share some interesting facts about the former National Football League (NFL) running back turned businessman. #KeepItSporty Sources: CNBC.com (7 August 2020). "Ex-NFL player and McKinsey partner Jason Wright on bonuses as a way to help elevate Black talent." https://www.cnbc.com/video/2020/08/07/former-nfl-player-mckinsey-partner-jason-wright-bonuses-black-talent.html Doubek, J. and Shaprio, A. (28 August 2020). "Jason Wright On Leading the Washington Football Team Amid Multiple Crises." National Public Radio. https://www.npr.org/2020/08/28/907055200/jason-wright-on-leading-the-washington-football-team-amid-multiple-crises Keim, J. (17 August 2020). "Washington hires Jason Wright as NFL's first Black team president." ESPN.com. https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/29678773/washington-hires-jason-wright-nfl-first-black-president Wikipedia Contributors. (28 August 2020). "Jason Wright (American football)." Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Jason_Wright_(American_football)&oldid=975497604 Woodfork, R. (25, August 2020). "Meet Jason Wright, the man behind the Washington Football Team's culture change." WTOP News. https://wtop.com/washington-football/2020/08/meet-jason-wright-the-man-behind-the-washington-football-teams-culture-change/ Wright, J. (28 August 2020). LinkedIn. https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-wright-4128b02b/ Podcast Items of Interest Support Us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/ Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine www.cuisinenoirmag.com

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears give an update on the NBA Playoffs and life inside the bubble in Orlando, Florida. They share their predictions for the NBA conference finals. They pick their KIA NBA Most Valuable Player and Rookie of the Year. Also, they mention the NBA Draft Lottery. #KeepItSporty Podcast Items of Interest Support Us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/ Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine www.cuisinenoirmag.com

Host Rekaya Gibson shares an update about the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) 24th Season. She discusses its schedule change and prevention measures due to COVID-19; the WNBA standing as of August 12, 2020; and players to watch. She also explains the Tap to Cheer app. #KeepItSporty Mentioned in this episode: WNBA Merchandise - https://wnbastore.nba.com/ WNBA Tap to Cheer - https://cheer.wnba.com/ Source: https://www.cbssports.com/wnba/news/wnba-2020-season-what-we-know-about-the-leagues-plan-for-covid-19-testing-and-prevention/ Podcast Items of Interest Support Us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/ Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine www.cuisinenoirmag.com

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears chat with special guest Dr. Kristal McGreggor, a sports management adjunct faculty at Jackson College. They discuss the sports culture of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) and why the time is now for HBCUs to market to Black consumers. They share their recommendations on how to market HBCU sports to Black consumers. Also, they talk about Hampton University and North Carolina A&T leaving the Mid-Eastern Atlantic Conference (MEAC) to join the Big South Conference. Is the decision to leave the MEAC killing the culture of HBCUs?

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears share inspirational quotes and speeches by athletes, coaches, and sportscasters. They try to guest who said that. How many can you get right? #KeepItSporty Support Us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/ Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine www.cuisinenoirmag.com

Host Rekaya Gibson chats with special guest Candi Waller, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of CWall Sports and Entertainment, about the Washington football team retiring its moniker, Redskins. They discuss the team's history for using the word 'redskins.' They also share possible names and fan reactions to the name change. #KeepItSporty About Candi Waller Candi Waller also known as "CWall" is the Founder and CEO of CWall Sports & Entertainment. A native of Gorgeous Prince George's County, Maryland, Candi has been an authentic lover of all sports since her childhood. She was such a sports fan at an early age that she notes one of her favorite childhood shows as the legendary "George Michael Sports Machine". Candi is a proud graduate of Hampton University, The George Washington University and most recently earned a Certificate in Sports Industry Essentials from the Columbia University School of Professional Studies. When she is not attending a game, she is spending time with her loved ones and doing the work of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated. Facebook: @cwallse or https://www.facebook.com/cwallse/ Instagram: @cwallsports or https://www.instagram.com/cwallsports/ Support Us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/ Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine www.cuisinenoirmag.com

Host Rekaya Gibson shares some facts about the Negro Leagues baseball in honor of its 100-year anniversary. She discusses the "Tip Your Cap to the Negro Leagues" campaign. She also mentions the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum. #KeepItSporty Mentioned in this episode: Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, Kansas City, Missouri https://nlbm.com/ Tipping Your Cap To submit a photo or video or for any general questions please email us at [email protected] https://www.tippingyourcap.com/ Sources: Peterson, Robert W. (2018, May 10). "Negro League." Encyclopædia Britannica. https://www.britannica.com/sports/Negro-league Wikipedia contributors. (2020, June 4). Cuban Giants. In Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Cuban_Giants&oldid=960653456 Support Us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/ Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine www.cuisinenoirmag.com

Black Girls Talk Sports Podcast features Professional Boxer Emile Griffith in honor of Caribbean American Heritage Month and Pride Month. He won five world boxing championships in the 1960s. His best-known match was against Benny Paret who died because of their fight. The bi-sexual, Caribbean American athlete retired in 1977 with 85 wins (23 knockouts), 24 losses, and 2 draws. He was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 1990. Griffith died in 2013 at the age of 75. Mentioned in this Episode: "Knock Out!: The True Story of Emile Griffith" by Reinhard Kleist (Author), Michael Waaler (Translator) – publication date: May 4, 2021 Source: The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica. (30 Jan. 2020). "Emile Griffith." Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc.https://www.britannica.com/biography/Emile-Griffith Support Us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/ Download the Free Android App for BGTS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine www.cuisinenoirmag.com

Host Rekaya Gibson highlights black athletes who are entrepreneurs with their own brands or products. The roundup includes items such as books, clothing, and teas. #KeepItSporty List of Black Athletes with Businesses Laila Ali https://lailaali.com/ Eddie Jackson Book: "Game-Day Eats: 100 Recipes for Homegating Like a Pro" https://www.fitchefeddie.com/ Serena Williams https://www.serenawilliams.com/ Johnnie B. "Dusty" Baker, Jr. Baker Family Wines https://www.bakerfamilywines.com/ Tamika Catchings Tea's Me Café https://www.teasmeindy.com/ John Bronson Finger Licking Dutch Stroopwafels https://fldstroopwafels.com/ Nate Daniels Book: "So You Want To Be A Pro?" http://www.danielssportsperformance.com Additional Information #KeepItSporty Stickers and Face Masks available here: Rekaya.redbubble.com Download the free Android App in the Google Play Store Support Us on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/BlackGirlsTalkSports) Join Us on Facebook (Women only) Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine

Host Rekaya Gibson and Angela Sports give sports updates on the NBA, WNBA, and many more. They highlight the MLB Draft. They also share their thoughts about NASCAR banning the confederate flag. #KeepItSporty Additional Information #KeepItSporty Stickers and Face Masks available here: Rekaya.redbubble.com Download the free Android App in the Google Play Store Support Us on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/BlackGirlsTalkSports) Join Us on Facebook (Women only) Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears discuss the sports world's response to systematic racism and the death of George Floyd. They highlight statements from sports league organizations including the NFL. They also share their thoughts about racial injustice and how to address it. #KeepItSporty Additional Information #KeepItSporty Stickers and Face Masks available here: Rekaya.redbubble.com Download the free Android App in the Google Play Store Support Us on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/BlackGirlsTalkSports) Join Us on Facebook (Women only) Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears share their thoughts about The Last Dance, an ESPN documentary series about the rise of the 1990s Chicago Bulls, starring Michael Jordan. They discuss some of their favorite moments. They mention how players and management were portrayed in the film. They also answer the questions: "Is Michael Jordan the Greatest Player of All Times (G.O.A.T.)," and "Do you think the Bulls would've won their seventh NBA championship if the existing team played together one more year." #KeepItSporty Additional Information #KeepItSporty Stickers and Face Masks available here: Rekaya.redbubble.com Download the free Android App in the Google Play Store Support Us on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/BlackGirlsTalkSports) Join Us on Facebook (Women only) Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Sports chat with special guest Kuldeepak Kumar Sharma, Senior Business and Data Analyst at the United States Tennis Association (USTA), about sports data analytics. He discusses his role at USTA and the importance of business and sports data. He also shares some interesting facts about tennis.

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears highlight black men tennis players throughout the world. Most still play professionally. Listen and let us know who else to add to the list. #KeepItSporty Sources: Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) Encyclopedia.com Peoplepill.com Sportskeeda Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia Additional Information #KeepItSporty Stickers and Face Masks available here: Rekaya.redbubble.com Download the free Android App in the Google Play Store Support Us on Patreon (www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports) Join Us on Facebook (Women only) Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears discuss games and activities to help you fill your sports lull. They recommend things such as video games, board games and puzzles you can purchase. They also mention in/outdoor sports you can play by yourself or with your family. #KeepItSporty #KeepItSporty Stickers and Face Masks available here: Rekaya.redbubble.com Download the free Android App in the Google Play Store Support Us on Patreon (www.patreon.com/blackgirlstalksports) Join Us on Facebook (Women only) Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine

Hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears share their thoughts about the National Football League (NFL) Draft picks, rounds two thru seven. They discuss how some teams and players faired. In other NFL news, they highlight the Trent Williams trade to the San Francisco 49ers. Also, they mention the four international players who were added to the NFC East roster as part of the International Player Pathway Program. #KeepItSporty Stickers available here: Rekaya.redbubble.com Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine Download the Free Android App for BGTS Support Us on Patreon Join Us on Facebook