Hockey

Laila Edwards Makes History Again in Record-Breaking Olympic Win Over Canada

The Wisconsin standout cemented her place in the record books by becoming the first Black woman to ever find the back of the net for the American national team at the Olympics.
02/11/2026

Black Trailblazers to Watch at the 2026 Winter Olympics

Black athletes from the U.S., Canada, Nigeria and elsewhere are seeking medals across a myriad of sports.
02/09/2026

Laila Edwards on the Mentality and Support System Fueling Her Historic Olympic Run

In an exclusive interview with BET.com, the country’s first Black woman hockey Olympian discusses her historic journey and her mission to inspire the next generation.
02/02/2026

Travis Kelce Steps Up for Team USA Star Laila Edwards Ahead of Winter Olympics

Team USA hockey standout Laila Edwards shares the story of how Kelce made a surprise donation to her family’s Olympic travel fund.
01/21/2026

5 Important Facts You Should Know About Willie O'Ree, The First Black National Hockey Player

Beyond breaking the color barrier in 1958, learn about the trailblazer who made history in professional hockey.
10/07/2025

Tennessee State To Be The HBCU With An Ice Hockey Program

TSU will partner with the NHL, the NHLPA, and the Nashville Predators to launch the hockey club.
06/29/2023

Lebron James, Drake, Future Face Lawsuit Over ‘Black Ice’ Documentary

Former NBA executive Billy Hunter is seeking a share of profits from the documentary in addition to the lump sum totaling over $10,000,000.
09/06/2022

Keshia Chante’s Ex-Fiancee And Former NHL Goalie Ray Emery Tragically Dies At Age 35

The hockey player dove into water and never emerged.
07/16/2018

See All The Hot Black Athletes About To Heat Up The Winter Olympics

Black excellence has never looked better.
01/22/2018
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Get to Know Seth Jones, NHL Hopeful

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Commentary: Recipe for NHL Success? Pencil in Seth Jones

The 18-year-old should be the draft's first pick.
06/28/2013