By Missy Grimes A Message from Coach Dickert I am honored to be your head football coach at Wake Forest University. Deacon Nation: I cannot tell you how excited, proud and honored I am to be the head football coach at Wake Forest […]
From Washington State to Wake Forest, Demon Deacons Nation welcome Jake Dickert as new football coach
By Missy Grimes A veteran of 17 years in football, Dickert becomes the 33rd head coach in Wake Forest history WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. – Following an aggressive, but inclusive and intensive search process, Wake Forest Vice President & Director of Athletics John Currie has named […]
After 11 seasons, Dave Clawson Announces Resignation as Wake Forest Football Head Coach
By Missy Grimes WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. – After 11 transformative seasons leading the Wake Forest Demon Deacons football program, Dave Clawson has announced his resignation as head coach, effective immediately. Clawson leaves an indelible legacy as one of the most successful and impactful leaders in Wake […]
American record producer Richard Perry, dead at 82
By Cynthia Charlene Greason FROM WIKIPEDIA COMMONS Richard Van Perry (June 18, 1942 – December 24, 2024) was an American record producer. He began as a performer in his adolescence while attending Poly Prep, his high school in Brooklyn. After graduating from college he rose through the […]
Alfa Anderson, who sung with Chic, Bryan Adams, Sheena Easton, Teddy P, Mick Jagger and Billy Squier, dies at 78
By Cynthia Charlene Greason FROM WIKIPEDIA COMMONS Alfa Anderson (September 7, 1946 – December 17, 2024) was an American singer and educator, best known as one of the lead vocalists of the 1970s band Chic. Anderson was born in Augusta, Georgia, on September 7, 1946. Her parents named […]
Bowl season resumes today, kicking off with, GameAbove Sports Bowl in Detroit: Pitt against Toledo; Glass City located 1 hour from Motown
By Colin McGuigan Pitt is 2-0 all-time in Detroit-hosted bowl games GAMEABOVE SPORTS BOWL GAME NOTES https://pittsburghpanthers.com/documents/2024/12/18/Pitt_GameAbove_Sports_Bowl_Notes_2024.pdf PITT vs. TOLEDO GAMEABOVE SPORTS Bowl • DETROIT, MICH. December 26, 2024 • 2 p.m. Ford Field (65,000/FieldTurf) ESPN • 93.7 The Fan • […]
Daily Almanac for Thursday December 26, 2024
By Annabella Ramirez FROM WIKIPEDIA COMMONS Christopher Adam Daughtry (/ˈdɔːtri/; born December 26, 1979) is an American singer, musician, actor, and comic book artist. He is the lead vocalist and a guitarist for the rock band Daughtry, which he formed after placing fourth on the fifth season of American Idol. […]
HBCU News: Norfolk State Introduces Michael Vick as its new Head Football Coach
By Nancy Stewart Michael Vick Introductory Press Conference as Norfolk State head football coach 12 2024.mp3 NORFOLK, Va. – Norfolk State University, the largest Historically Black College and University (HBCU) in Virginia, has called on a Hampton Roads legend to lead the Norfolk […]
NBA News: Hawks’ Onyeka Okongwu named NBA Cares Bob Lanier Community Assist winner for November
By Floyd Barber Okongwu is recognized for supporting Atlanta organizations that help those grieving the loss of loved ones. NEW YORK – The NBA today announced Atlanta Hawks center Onyeka Okongwu as the NBA Cares Bob Lanier Community Assist Award winner for the month […]
NBA on Christmas Day 2024: 15 key facts, schedule & how to watch
By Floyd Barber Look back at NBA on Christmas Day history, including top performances & record-breaking moments, before this year’s 5-game slate. Get NBA League Pass TODAY The NBA will continue its tradition of playing games on Christmas Day with five marquee matchups on Dec. 25. […]
NBA News: Victor Wembanyama, Cade Cunningham named NBA Players of the Week
By Floyd Barber The stars in San Antonio and Detroit take home the honors for Week 9. San Antonio Spurs forward-center Victor Wembanyama and Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham have been named the NBA Players of the Week for Week 9. From the […]
NBA on Christmas Day: The final game of the day, two underachieving teams in the Western Conference, Nuggets at the Suns, 1030 PM on ESPN/ABC/ESPN2/ESPN+/Disney+
By Floyd Barber Two teams that were expected to contend in the Western Conference have been underachieving, with injuries and absences hampering both teams. It’s unclear if Devin Booker (groin) available. But even if he’s not, the Suns still have Kevin Durant and Bradley […]
NBA on Christmas Day: Two up-and-down teams playing in San Francisco, Lakers invade the Warriors, 8 PM on ESPN/ABC/ESPN2/ESPN+/Disney+
By Floyd Barber The Warriors have been slumping of late and recently acquired Dennis Schröder via trade, so they’re still in an adjustment period while posting a 15-13 record. The Lakers have cooled off after a hot start and sit at 16-13. Struggles aside, […]
NBA on Christmas Day: Surging 76ers, looking to get back into playoff contention, visit the Celtics at 5 PM on ESPN/ABC/ESPN2/ESPN+/Disney+
By Floyd Barber The 76ers are looking to dig their way out of an early hole and get back into playoff contention before the season gets away from them. They were expected to be among the best teams in the Eastern Conference after acquiring […]
Week 17 NFL Preview Capsule: two playoff bound teams, Ravens and Texans, hook up in Houston on Christmas Day, 4:30 PM, Netflix
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NBA on Christmas Day: Offensive-challenged Timberwolves at the hot Mavericks, 2:30 PM on ESPN/ABC/ESPN2/ESPN+/Disney+
By Floyd Barber The Minnesota Timberwolves could probably benefit from a holiday break to address the many issues that have led to the team’s disappointing 14-14 start. Instead, the Wolves are set to play in front of a national TV audience when they visit […]
NHL to Host Free Outdoor Fan Festival in Chicago as Prelude to Discover NHL Winter Classic
By Myrtle Davies NHL Public Relations December 5, 2024 NHL PreGame Set for 10:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. CT on Dec. 31; Stanley Cup Appearance Headlines NHL PreGame NEW YORK (Dec. 5, 2024) – Discover NHL Winter Classic® festivities will begin at the Chicago […]
NHL News: Chance The Rapper and The Smashing Pumpkins to Perform at Discover NHL Winter Classic at Wrigley Field
By Myrtle Davies NHL Public Relations December 5, 2024 Grammy Award-Winning Artist Chance The Rapper to Headline Intermission Performance at the St. Louis Blues-Chicago Blackhawks Matchup Dec. 31; Legendary Alternative Rock Band The Smashing Pumpkins to Perform Before the Game Begins NEW YORK / […]
NHL Reveals Illustrated Preview of Wrigley Field Transformation for the Discover NHL Winter Classic
By Myrtle Davies NHL Public Relations December 5, 2024 Game Will Be Broadcast Live on Dec. 31, at 5 p.m. ET on TNT, truTV and MAX in the U.S. and on Sportsnet and TVA Sports in Canada CHICAGO (Dec. 5, 2024) – The National […]
NHL News: iHeartMedia and National Hockey League Team Up to Develop Two New Podcasts Over Next Year
By Myrtle Davies Julie Young | NHL Public Relations December 5, 2024 Listen to the Trailer HERE NEW YORK – Dec. 5, 2024 – iHeartMedia, the No. 1 podcast publisher globally according to Podtrac, and the National Hockey League (NHL) today announced a partnership to produce […]