Mississippi Valley State University is back at it, making history one powerhouse hire at a time.

The school just announced that Dr. Alecia Shields Gadson will become its new Director of Athletics, only the second woman ever to hold the role at this legendary HBCU. Go ahead and cue the marching band and the celebration dance.

This is not just about a new nameplate on the office door. Shields Gadson arrives with more than 25 years of experience and a fierce dedication to putting student athletes first. She steps into her new role on July 15 and already has big plans on the horizon.

“This is about blazing a new path,” Shields Gadson shared. “My vision for MVSU Athletics is one of growth, excellence, and unwavering commitment to our most prized possessions, our student athletes.”

Michael Jordan is proving that his generosity matches his legendary game.

During a recent trip to Athens, Greece, the NBA Hall of Famer left an impressive 10,000 euro tip, about 11,600 US dollars, after dining at Papaioannou, one of the country’s top restaurants, according to Black Enterprise.

Jordan, who was vacationing in Spetses and attending a Jordan Brand event called Board of Greatness, enjoyed a Mediterranean feast prepared by chef George Papaioannou. The menu featured sea bass sashimi, grilled lobster, shrimp skewers, and the freshest catch of the day.

Jordan praised the staff for their hospitality and shared how Greece fuels the competitive spirit and legacy his brand aims to represent.

Lupita Nyong’o is turning her personal health journey into a powerful mission for change.

The Black Panther star is using Fibroid Awareness Month to shine a light on uterine fibroids, opening up about her own diagnosis and the surgery that removed thirty fibroids from her uterus the same year she won her Oscar.

In a heartfelt Instagram post on July 15, Nyong’o shared that she is done staying silent and wants better answers for the millions of women dealing with this chronic condition, especially Black women who are disproportionately affected.

"In partnership with the Foundation for Women’s Health, I’m launching the FWH x Lupita Nyong’o Uterine Fibroid Research Grant," she captioned in her Instagram post. 

"@foundationwomenshealth will seek research proposals to develop minimally invasive or non-invasive treatments for uterine fibroids to reduce symptoms and improve quality of life for the 15 million patients suffering from this chronic condition in the U.S. alone. Learn more and get involved at the link in my bio."

Tina Knowles is giving SWV their flowers and plenty of love.

In a recent Instagram post, Mama Tina shared her admiration for the legendary R&B trio after spotting Coko, LeLe, and Taj looking as gorgeous as ever.

“I loved seeing my girls in SWV looking like they did as young and beautiful as when I met them the other night,” she wrote.

“They were surely big sisters to Destiny’s Child or Girls Tyme in the very early days. Kelly, Beyonce, Letoya, and Latavia used to hang out every time they came to town. LeLe always told me to protect the girls at all times. I love those girls. They helped pave the way for Destiny’s Child.”

We love to see it.

Mattel knows Black folks do not play when it comes to Uno and now they are taking game night to a whole new level.

The toy giant just opened its first UNO Social Club at the Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas, giving fans a bold new spot to throw down those cards and maybe argue a bit over the rules changing mid-game.

“We created UNO Social Clubs to reimagine what game night can be—bringing people together for real-world fun, connection, and a bit of friendly competition,” said Ray Adler, vice president and global head of games at Mattel.

After announcing the concept in May, Mattel held a contest inviting fans to create TikTok videos using the new UNO Reverse Card filter. One lucky winner scored a stay from July 18 through July 20 in a technicolor suite decked out in UNO’s signature red, yellow, blue, and green, complete with a private bowling alley and game-inspired décor.

Let the “draw four” battles begin.

It was a night of game-changers and history-makers at this year’s ESPYS.

Simone Biles walked away with two major honors for Best Athlete, Women’s Sports and Best Championship Performance, solidifying her reign as a global icon in gymnastics.

“That was very unexpected, especially in a category of all men,” she shared during her acceptance speech, reminding us yet again that she’s in a league of her own.

On the men’s side, Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander took home Best Athlete, Men’s Sports after a powerhouse NBA season that saw him lead his team to a title, clinch MVP, and secure the league’s scoring crown.

Other major wins included Philadelphia Eagles’ Saquon Barkley snagging Best Play, rising USC basketball phenom JuJu Watkins earning Best College Athlete, Women’s Sports, and Coco Gauff being named Best Tennis Player.

Basketball legend Oscar Robertson was honored with the prestigious Arthur Ashe Award for Courage. Reflecting on his legacy of advocacy, he shared: “I knew there was work to do. There was a desperate need for players to have more career security, improved working conditions and other accommodations. In life, it's important to be persistent —or, as I have been called, stubborn. Stubborn about what you believe in.”

From generational greatness to rising stars, the night was a powerful reminder of how sports continues to push boundaries, inspire, and ignite change.