College Sports
In HBCU excellence news… Atlanta recently hosted the GameChangHER Brunch & Awards, a powerful celebration of Black women in sports, leadership, and community impact who are not only breaking barriers but also ensuring the doors stay open for those coming behind them. Recently held at the Renaissance Atlanta Airport Gateway Hotel, this event stood as a […]
Southern University's Karli-Brooklyn LeFlore joined the SZN Opener podcast to reflect on her college cheerleading journey.
This week on SZN Opener, Howard University’s Marcus Smith Jr. sat down with host Rodney Rikai to talk college golf. In his 1-on-1 with Rikai, the rising star reflected on joining the historic HBCU’s golf program and what he loves about the sport.
Episode 4 of 'SZN Opener' spotlights Marianna Singletary, a force in women’s volleyball representing the University of Texas. The redshirt sophomore sat down with SZN Opener host Rodney Rikai to talk about playing with the Texas Longhorns and how being redshirted helped her grow as an athlete.
For episode three of SZN Opener, Rutgers University freshman Zachara Perkins sat down with host Rodney Rikai to reflect on her rookie season with the Rutgers women's basketball program, and to share her unique upbringing as the daughter of a WNBA champion.
Ezra Ausar is a fresh face in Utah men’s basketball. The college athlete sat down with SZN Opener host and fellow hooper Rikai for episode two of the podcast.
UNC ice hockey player Mekhi Ashford kicks off season three of the SZN Opener podcast hosted by Rodney Rikai. He shared his journey playing hockey in Atlanta, Georgia and how he came to play for the North Carolina Tar Heels.
University of South Florida’s beloved men’s basketball coach Amir Abdur-Rahim tragically passed away at just 43 years old. The university announced the shocking news of his death on Thursday, Oct. 24. He passed away at a hospital in the Tampa area due to complications from a medical procedure. He leaves behind his wife, Arianne Buchanan, […]
As students at the University of Georgia returned to campus for the fall semester, Urban Outfitters made sure the first day of school was unforgettable. The brand launched its highly anticipated back-to-campus, multi-city college tour, UO LIVE, with an exclusive concert featuring top artist and Gen-Z favorite, Quavo. Held in Athens, GA, this event […]
Emmanuel Acho responded to backlash about his "cowardly" comments on Angel Reese by doubling down. Reese seemingly addressed his "disrespect."
SZN Opener is back with new episodes dropping every week. On Season 2 of this dynamic podcast series, host and noted sports analyst Monica McNutt showcases Black college athletes and explores their triumphs, challenges and aspirations along their sports journeys. Kayvon Thibodeaux of the New York Giants is our special SZN Opener guest host for […]
SZN Opener is back with new episodes dropping every week. On Season 2 of this dynamic podcast series, host and noted sports analyst Monica McNutt showcases Black college athletes and explores their triumphs, challenges and aspirations along their sports journeys. In Episode 6, USC forward Vincent Iwuchukwu details his journey from globe-trotting military kid to […]
