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February 29, 2024

The Enduring Impact of Wilma Rudolph and Allyson Felix: Black Women’s Triumphs in Track and Field

In the illustrious history of track and field, few figures shine as brightly as door-opener…

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February 23, 2024

From Rings to Revolution: Muhammad Ali and Claressa Shields’ Influence on American Culture

In the world of boxing, few figures loom as large as Muhammad Ali. As we…

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February 16, 2024

Giving Back: The Philanthropic Impact of Black Professional Athletes

Black athlete philanthropy has held an almost mystic significance over the last 70 years, bringing…

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February 12, 2024

The Rise of Black Coaches in the NFL: Antonio Pierce, Jerod Mayo and Raheem Morris’ Historic Hires Stoke Momentum for Diversity in League Head Coaching Roles

As we begin 2024, there are now six Black head coaches in the NFL— Atlanta’s…

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February 14, 2023

#28BlackStories: Odessa “OJ” Jenkins is Pioneering Women’s Football Through Inclusion and Equity

The landscape of football as most Americans know it is changing - in large part…

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February 7, 2023

#28BlackStories: Kendall Reyes’ 29-Year Fight for Racial Inclusion & Women’s Soccer Access

Co-Owner of Sparta 20/20 FC soccer team shares his journey of advocating for women and…

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January 31, 2023

Reflections on the 35th Anniversary of Doug Williams’ Culture-Shifting 1988 Super Bowl Victory

January 31, 1988 was a defining moment in sports history and in American culture. Today…

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January 30, 2023

Black History is Still Being Written: The Doug Williams Center to Launch Third Annual #28BlackStories Campaign

January 30, 2023 - The Doug Williams Center (DWC) is proud to announce the launch…

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December 14, 2022

DWC Supports Black Sports Internship Applicants!

Feeling a little overwhelmed by internship applications and interviews? You're not alone. Black students can…

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September 13, 2022

The Doug Williams Center Welcomes MEAC Commissioner Sonja Stills to Advisory Board

GRAMBLING, La –September, 13, 2022 – The first female commissioner in Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC)…

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