Hockey

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
Seth Jones

Commentary: Recipe for NHL Success? Pencil in Seth Jones

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

This Day in Black History: April 19, 2002

Jarome Iginla wins the scoring title in the NHL.
04/19/2013

While U.S. Auto Industry Rebounds, Detroit Lags Behind

Officials: Detroit needs new incentives to lure businesses.
02/12/2013