Preseason favorite Southern is seeking a return trip and third in four years to the NCAA Tournament despite plenty of top contenders
Rob Knox
Rob Knox is an award-winning professional and a member of the Lincoln (Pa.) Athletics Hall of Fame. In addition to having work published in SLAM magazine, the Philadelphia Inquirer, the Washington Post, and Diverse Issues In Higher Education, Knox enjoyed a distinguished career as an athletics communicator for Lincoln, Kutztown, Coppin State, Towson, and UNC Greensboro. He also worked at ESPN and for the Delaware County Daily Times. Recently, Knox was honored by CSC with the Mary Jo Haverbeck Trailblazer Award and the NCAA with its Champion of Diversity award. Named a HBCU Legend by SI.com, Knox is a graduate of Lincoln University and a past president of the College Sports Communicators, formerly CoSIDA.
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The beauty in the chaos: Inside women’s basketball’s new era of photo day
Across locker rooms and campuses, players are claiming space, showing personality and redefining what it means to be seen
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HBCU notebook: Johnetta Hayes excited to lead Alabama State’s new era and add to its rich history
Hayes: ‘The biggest thing that keeps me going every day is being able to affect change in our student athletes’ lives’
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Beyond the boos: Remembering the humans in the jerseys
WNBA stars open up about noise, negativity, and the small gestures that keep them grounded
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HBCU notebook: Howard’s trip to Portugal was a memorable building block
Plus: trio of Hampton players earn valuable experience during WNBA All-Star weekend, and early NCAA schedules revealed
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From valleys to victory: How Tiffany Bias-Patmon’s journey is changing the game
Bias-Patmon: ‘God’s timing is the best. Whatever the obstacle or trial, I know that what’s meant for me will come at the right time’
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HBCU notebook: Bond between Mihjae Hayes and Tiyanna James can elevate Morgan State
Domond: ‘I think they’re just special young individuals’
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Players remain positive during the uncertain grind of signing hardship contracts
Haley Jones: ‘It’s just trying to give yourself grace throughout this period, stay positive and be grateful for every opportunity’
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Candace Parker savors her flowers as her uniform number is retired in emotional celebration
Parker: ‘I am humbled to have number three up there amongst the greatest’
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Isis Young’s voice, vision and vibe are elevating the game—and everyone in it
Young: ‘I love my job. I love what I do. I love that I get to represent this sport, and I love that the game is growing’