HBCU Classic

STARRY® SIGNS GIANNIS ANTETOKOUNMPO TO ROSTER AND DEBUTS NEW CAMPAIGN AHEAD OF NBA ALL-STAR 2024

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Jeudi, février 15, 2024

PURCHASE, N.Y., Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- STARRY®, the official soft drink of the NBA, WNBA and NBA G League in North America, signs Milwaukee Bucks' superstar and NBA Champion, NBA Finals MVP, 8x NBA All-Star and 2x NBA MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo to its roster of NBA and WNBA talent. Antetokounmpo joins the STARRY squad alongside some of the game's biggest names like 2x WNBA Champion, WNBA Finals MVP and 5x WNBA All-Star A'ja Wilson, NBA Champion Jamal Murray, 2x NBA All-Star Zion Williamson, NBA All-Star and NBA Defensive Player of the Year Jaren Jackson Jr. and NBA forward Myles Turner.

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  • Milwaukee Bucks' superstar and NBA Champion, NBA Finals MVP, 8x NBA All-Star and 2x NBA MVP
    Giannis Antetokounmpo links up with the STARRY squad, joining the brand's dominating lineup of NBA + WNBA talent.
  • PURCHASE, N.Y., Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- STARRY®, the official soft drink of the NBA, WNBA and NBA G League in North America, signs Milwaukee Bucks' superstar and NBA Champion, NBA Finals MVP, 8x NBA All-Star and 2x NBA MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo to its roster of NBA and WNBA talent.
  • Antetokounmpo joins the STARRY squad alongside some of the game's biggest names like 2x WNBA Champion, WNBA Finals MVP and 5x WNBA All-Star A'ja Wilson, NBA Champion Jamal Murray, 2x NBA All-Star Zion Williamson, NBA All-Star and NBA Defensive Player of the Year Jaren Jackson Jr. and NBA forward Myles Turner.
  • It doesn't stop there, as STARRY will once again be showing up at NBA Crossover during NBA All-Star 2024 in Indianapolis, with the "STARRY AR3NA: Presented by Lem & Lime."

NBA All-Star 2024 coverage live on SiriusXM Canada

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Mercredi, février 14, 2024

SiriusXM NBA Radio channel broadcasts from Indianapolis Feb. 15-18

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  • SiriusXM NBA Radio channel broadcasts from Indianapolis Feb. 15-18
    SiriusXM will produce national audio broadcast for NBA HBCU Classic live from Indianapolis on Feb. 17
    TORONTO, Feb. 14, 2024 /CNW/ - SiriusXM Canada will cover NBA All-Star 2024 (Feb. 15-18) with special live programming from Indianapolis, IN on the SiriusXM NBA Radio channel, plus the live broadcasts of the 73rd NBA All-Star Game and other All-Star events from Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
  • SiriusXM NBA Radio's coverage of NBA All-Star 2024 will include live shows hosted by former players Eddie Johnson and Greg Anthony, former executives Amin Elhassan and Ryan McDonough, and SiriusXM's Frank Isola, Justin Termine and Jason Jackson.
  • SiriusXM NBA Radio is the only 24/7 radio channel dedicated to the NBA and is available to subscribers nationwide in their cars (channel 86) and on the new SiriusXM app.
  • Carlesimo and Jorge Sedano on the call, will air on both ESPN Radio (channel 80) and on SiriusXM NBA Radio (channel 86).

Entergy to sponsor 50th Annual Bayou Classic, expands support for Historically Black Colleges and Universities

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Lundi, novembre 13, 2023

NEW ORLEANS, Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Entergy is pleased to serve as the diamond sponsor for the 50th Annual Bayou Classic, an annual event that celebrates the rich heritage and legacy of America's Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Entergy has a longstanding commitment to powering life for its customers and communities. The prominent football game, played between the Southern University Jaguars and the Grambling State University Tigers, serves as a platform to not only showcase exceptional athletic talent but also to honor the traditions, achievements and contributions of HBCUs to American society.

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  • NEW ORLEANS, Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Entergy is pleased to serve as the diamond sponsor for the 50th Annual Bayou Classic, an annual event that celebrates the rich heritage and legacy of America's Historically Black Colleges and Universities.
  • "We are honored to be a sponsor of the 50th Annual Bayou Classic and help support a celebration that has become an iconic part of Thanksgiving weekend here in New Orleans," said Drew Marsh, Entergy's chairman and chief executive officer.
  • Entergy recognizes the significance of HBCUs in shaping the educational landscape and empowering generations of Black students.
  • Entergy looks forward to a memorable 50th Annual Bayou Classic event that celebrates the achievements and cultural significance of HBCUs.

Maryland Public Television announces launch of national HBCU Week

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Mercredi, août 16, 2023

Owings Mills, MD, United States, Aug. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Maryland Public Television (MPT) today announced a national expansion of its HBCU Week programming initiative for September in celebration of the contributions of America’s historically Black colleges and universities (HBCU).

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  • Owings Mills, MD, United States, Aug. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Maryland Public Television (MPT) today announced a national expansion of its HBCU Week programming initiative for September in celebration of the contributions of America’s historically Black colleges and universities (HBCU).
  • The initiative includes national broadcasts of three HBCU-themed films and the production of four new short films focusing on HBCU Classic football matchups.
  • Distributed across its TV, social media, and online platforms during each of the last three years, HBCU Week on MPT has featured up to 22 hours of unique content about HBCUs.
  • HBCU Week 2023 on MPT, September 4 - 10, features more than 27 hours of content that chronicles HBCU contributions to science, medicine, history, education, civil rights, the arts, music, sports, and more.

Prudential Financial signs on as title sponsor for Brick City HBCU Kickoff Classic at Red Bull Arena

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Mardi, juillet 18, 2023

Prudential Financial has signed on as the title sponsor for the Brick City HBCU Kickoff Classic, which features Grambling State University and Hampton University kicking off at 3 p.m.

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  • Prudential Financial has signed on as the title sponsor for the Brick City HBCU Kickoff Classic, which features Grambling State University and Hampton University kicking off at 3 p.m.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230717840831/en/
    Brick City HBCU Classic logo (Graphic: Business Wire)
    The Brick City HBCU Kickoff Classic is a celebration of the culture and excellence of historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs).
  • The Brick City HBCU Kickoff Classic renews a popular rivalry between two teams that each boast College Football Hall of Fame coaches — Eddie Robinson of GSU and Joe Taylor of HU.
  • Additional information on tickets and Brick City HBCU Kickoff Classic events can be found at brickcityclassic.com .

The Equality Equation Finalizes the Development Structure for its First HBCU Wellness Project

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Mardi, décembre 13, 2022

BALTIMORE, Dec.13, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- As much as college sport is a great equalizer of people via athletics, it has not been able to remedy the inequalities that have hamstrung HBCUs from capitalizing on revenue streams for universities in their association with NCAA sports. This has been caused, in part, by the NCAA's lack of interest in developing national black college sporting events.

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  • The Virginia Union Equality Health & Wellness Center highlights the impact of Coach Prime on viability of HBCU economics.
  • 'Prime Time' and his family became HBCU royalty and thoroughly immersed themselves in all the things that made black college sporting events great.
  • Coach Sanders' passion resonated with black folks socially, but it also appealed to supporters concerned about the financial wellness of HBCUs.
  • This past November the Equality Equation sponsored the second annual L. Douglas Wilder Equality Classic.

TMCF To Present NBA With Champion of Diversity Award

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Vendredi, août 12, 2022

We are excited to recognize the tremendous efforts of the NBA by presenting them with the inaugural Champion of Diversity award, TMCF President and CEO Dr. Harry Williams said.

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  • We are excited to recognize the tremendous efforts of the NBA by presenting them with the inaugural Champion of Diversity award, TMCF President and CEO Dr. Harry Williams said.
  • They have continued to implement impactful strategies to increase diversity, inclusion, and equity in the NBA.
  • In addition, the NBA generated about 17.5 million in earned media value for HBCUs from all-star 2021, TMCF included.
  • On behalf of the entire NBA Family we are honored to receive the TMCF Champion of Diversity Award, NBA Chief People and Inclusion Officer Oris Stuart said.

The Historic Shaw University's "Platinum Sound" Marching Band is Featured in National Advertising Campaign and Receives Grant from McDonald's

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Mardi, février 22, 2022

"This grant is beyond anything we could have imagined," said Andrae King, current director and former member of Platinum Sound.

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  • "This grant is beyond anything we could have imagined," said Andrae King, current director and former member of Platinum Sound.
  • Platinum Sound's longstanding legacy of entertaining crowds through elite musicianship and showmanship was recently celebrated in a national McDonald's commercial .
  • Shortly after leaving campus, the brand was moved to further assist these musicians through this grant.
  • This grant is just one of many ways McDonald's is shining a light on HBCUs and their greatness.

Michelob ULTRA Teams Up with NBA JAM to Bring '90s Nostalgia to Basketball Fans Everywhere for NBA All-Star 2022

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Mercredi, février 16, 2022

"I'm excited that Michelob ULTRA is giving me the opportunity to take a trip down memory lane with fellow legendary players and fans."

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  • "I'm excited that Michelob ULTRA is giving me the opportunity to take a trip down memory lane with fellow legendary players and fans."
  • Fans can head to EnjoyItLikeIts1993.com , an epic 90's designed website, to score merch from the NBA Jam 'Time Capsule Collection' and ultra-limited premium items that will be dropping throughout NBA All-Star 2022, including limited custom NBA JAM x ULTRA arcade consoles.
  • Michelob ULTRA will bring NBA JAM to life by taking over a local bar in Cleveland and creating 'Boom Shaka Lakas' - a retro '90s barcade where fans can hang out throughout NBA All-Star 2022.
  • Fans who stop by can expect to catch:
    Meet & greets with NBA JAM legends throughout the weekend including:
    James Worthy 3:30 - 5:00p.m.