john terry

Commentary: Hate, Bigotry Thrive in Sports Despite Global Nature of Athletics

Being a successful athlete doesn't shield you from racism.
05/28/2013

Commentary: How to Get Racism Out of Soccer

Perhaps walking off the field is the only alternative.
01/30/2013
The top sports stories of 2012

Sports Rewind: The Top Sports Stories of 2012

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Sports Rewind: NFL Refs Return to the Field

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Marcus Camby

Sports Rewind: July 10

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Ape-alling Cartoon - European soccer isn’t all fun and games for many of its Black and minority players who are routinely subject to racist taunts from fans and fellow players alike. Following a flurry of racist incidents during the EURO 2012 tournament, BET.com takes a look at some of the most standout European racism scandals on and off the field. — Naeesa AzizItalian striker Mario Balotelli was insulted by an Italian newspaper that published a cartoon depicting him as King Kong. Although the paper apologized, it added, “Those who accuse Gazzetta of racism are going overboard.”(Photo: Twitter)

Is Soccer the World’s Most Racist Sport?

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N-Word Is Main Attraction at Mississippi Movie Theater - An appalling take on the success of the recently released film Men in Black 3, on May 29, a movie theater marquee in Natchez, Mississippi, was reordered on to incorrectly spell the N-word, as the country of Niger:  N---- 3D: Dark, Black Men.  It’s unclear if the movie theater knew when the sign was tampered with. Authorities in the city are treating it as an act of vandalism, according to reports. —Britt Middleton (Photo: Courtesy of Newsone.com)

Shocking Incidents That Show Racism Isn't Dead

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England Tackles Rampant Racism on the Soccer Field

A star player is fined $4,000 fine for an offensive remark.
12/22/2011
High-Level Denial - In November 2011, FIFA President Sepp Blatter proclaimed there are no racial issues in international soccer. Blatter added insult to injury by adding that players who believe they have experienced racism should remember “this is a game.”(Photo: Harold Cunningham/Getty Images)

FIFA President Denies There Is On-Field Racism in International Soccer

Despite blatant incidents, he says it's just a game.
11/17/2011