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Hollywood vs. the NFL: Will Smith stars in the football drama “Concussion”
Jelani Scott & Wesley Eggleston | Sports Editor/Staff Writer Set to be released on Christmas Day, Hollywood’s latest sports drama, Concussion, starring Oscar nominee Will Smith as lead character Dr. Bennet Omalu, is already causing quite a stir. Since 2002, the Nigerian forensic pathologist has been largely responsible for bringing…
HU Lady Pirates’ bowling team working towards successful season
Wesley Eggleston | Staff Writer The Hampton Lady Pirates’ bowling season has been on a roll and prior to the start of the Thanksgiving season, they wanted to make sure that turkeys were not only going to be handed out around the dinner table. The Lady Pirates competed in the…
Criminals with contracts: NFL players who struggled with the law
Wesley Eggleston | Staff Writer Athletes should be more responsible because of the amount of money they make and the type of attention that garner. Some athletes understand that and do their best to maintain a clean lifestyle. Some athletes, however, like to live recklessly and, as a result, have…
From Hampton Man to Military Man
Wesley Eggleston | Staff Writer In honor of Veteran’s Day, it is important that we do not lose sight of the many people fighting both overseas and at home. Senior Hampton Pirates’ linebacker Edward L. Blair IV, a native of Ridgewood, New Jersey is planning to join the military following…
November 11 marks nine years since HU football’s last title
Wesley Eggleston | Staff Writer Considered to be one of the school’s best all-time teams, the Hampton Pirates football team won their third straight MEAC Championship on November 11, 2006 by defeating Florida A&M, 59-7. Hampton garnered a 10-2 overall record and were 7-1 in the MEAC. The Pirates were…
Pirates look to drop anchor on hot MEAC rival
Wesley Eggleston | Staff Writer The Hampton Pirates (4-4, 3-2 in MEAC) are set to square off against the South Carolina State Bulldogs (4-3, 3-1 in MEAC) this Saturday in Orangeburg, S.C.. The matchup will pit the Pirates in yet another clash with MEAC opponents. Hampton is coming off a…
Lady Pirates Volleyball wins first match of season against Norfolk State
Wesley Eggleston | Staff Writer The Hampton Lady Pirates Volleyball team won their first game of the season, 3-2, Friday night, defeating crosswater rival Norfolk State University on the road in a five set thriller. The sets went back and forth throughout with Hampton winning the first and then alternating…
Get fit with the ‘Crawlin’ Crab’
Wesley Eggleston | Staff Writer J&A Racing will be hosting their annual “Crawlin Crab” half marathon, 5K, children’s run and Craft Brew Fest this Friday through Sunday in downtown Hampton. Barring any inclement weather, the event will kick off on October 2nd with a Sports and Fitness Expo at the…
Weekend Recap: Pirates dominate in season opener, beat Kentucky State, 35-20
Wesley Eggleston | Staff Writer Former WNBA superstar Becky Hammon became the first female head coach to win the Vegas Summer League Championship Monday night, defeating the Phoenix Suns 93-90. Hammon went 6-1 on her way to the title, building on the winning culture that comes with being a part…
Becky Hammon’s Coaching leads the Spurs to a Summer League Championship
Wesley Eggleston | Staff Writer Former WNBA superstar Becky Hammon became the first female head coach to win the Vegas Summer League Championship Monday night, defeating the Phoenix Suns 93-90. Hammon went 6-1 on her way to the title, building on the winning culture that comes with being a part…
His most prized work to date is his first published book: “My Football Story”, which follows his journey as a high school football player.
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