Tag: espn
Commentary: Jemele Hill’s fight goes beyond labels
When President Donald Trump’s personal crusade against the media recently evolved into yet another chapter, it was not surprising nor a mere coincidence that his latest target was a female, African-American journalist: Jemele Hill, the co-host of ESPN’s SportsCenter.
Commentary: Athletes should not be above the law
Only 36 percent of rapes are ever reported to law enforcement, and less than 5 percent are prosecuted according to the Justice Department. Over the past few weeks, there has been much outrage because of the early release of convicted rapist Brock Turner, after he served three months of a six-month sentence.
Commentary: Public figures must remain professional
On April 20, ESPN suspended reporter Britt McHenry for a week, after a video of her angrily criticizing a towing company surfaced online. McHenry’s car was towed from a parking lot in Washington, D.C., by Advanced Towing Company and she decided to take the route of anger.
Let’s tackle heterosexism
When Michael Sam was drafted to the St. Louis Rams in this year’s NFL Draft, he made history by being the first openly gay player in professional football.
Commentary: Fantasy football sacks productivity
Fantasy football is not simply a hobby anymore. It is a sports in itself. It is a lifestyle. It is an obsession.
ULV alumna featured on ESPN
A University of La Verne alumna was featured on a segment of the ESPN news show “Outside the Lines” about concussions earlier this month.