MLB players have released a video in support of the Black Lives Matter movement. The players' video ended with the phrase, "One team. One dream. Be the change." The video is the latest call to action from top athletes, executives, and personalities across the sports world in the fight against racial injustice and police brutality. Protests have arisen worldwide in recent … [Read more...] about MLB stars release powerful video: Be the Change
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Optimism for an NBA restart lukewarm at best
NBA commissioner Adam Silver remains confident the league will restart the season, despite growing concerns from a faction of players. There’s a growing concern from some players that the resumption of play could take the focus off social justice reforms. Brooklyn Nets star Kyrie Irving and Los Angeles Lakers guard Avery Bradley are heading up a coalition of players. The … [Read more...] about Optimism for an NBA restart lukewarm at best
Derek Jeter ‘deeply saddened’ by George Floyd’s death, supports protestors
Derek Jeter, current Miami Marlins CEO and former Yankees captain, has released a statement following the death of George Floyd and as protests continue across the country. On May 25, Floyd, a 46-year old black man, died after a white Minneapolis police officer, Derek Chauvin, knelt on his neck on for several minutes while handcuffed and unarmed. The four police officers … [Read more...] about Derek Jeter ‘deeply saddened’ by George Floyd’s death, supports protestors
Michael Jordan: ‘We’ve had enough’
NBA legend Michael Jordan released a statement with a very clear message regarding the ongoing protests following George Floyd’s death. “We’ve had enough”. The killing of Floyd, an unarmed Black American man, by a Minneapolis police officer has set in motion days and nights of unrest across the United States. At least 30 cities have held protests calling for … [Read more...] about Michael Jordan: ‘We’ve had enough’
Jaylen Brown drove 15 hours from Boston to lead peaceful protest in Atlanta
The killing of Minnesota man George Floyd has set in motion protests around the country over police brutality. NBA players and coaches have made their voices heard, on the ground and through social media. Jaylen Brown of the Boston Celtics drove 15 hours from Boston to his home state of Georgia to lead a peaceful protest in Atlanta. Brown utilized his social media platform … [Read more...] about Jaylen Brown drove 15 hours from Boston to lead peaceful protest in Atlanta
