Under Taylor’s Leadership, The NCCU Lady Eagles Must “Trust The Process.”

Vanessa Taylor came on board at North Carolina Central University in 2012, and has already steered the women's basketball team in the right direction. She inherited a squad that had gone 3-27 prior to her arrival, and finished with a menial 2-27 record last season. Within those two campaigns, The Lady Eagles suffered 29 straight … Continue reading Under Taylor’s Leadership, The NCCU Lady Eagles Must “Trust The Process.”

Yes, I’m a Bigamist, and Proud of It!

My name is Joan and I am a BIGAMIST. A professional athlete and a pop icon fought for the sole rights to my livelihood, totally unbeknownst to them! Married to inspiration from the two, I've been forever branded as a two-timer, but I only cheat with men named Michael. What does it mean to be … Continue reading Yes, I’m a Bigamist, and Proud of It!

Yes, Jordan Really Was Better than Lebron and Kobe

My name is Joan and I am a BIGAMIST. A professional athlete and a pop icon fought for the sole rights to my livelihood, totally unbeknownst to them! Married to inspiration from the two, I've been forever branded as a two-timer, but I only cheat with men named Michael. What does it mean to be … Continue reading Yes, Jordan Really Was Better than Lebron and Kobe

Evolution of the NBA

I'm sure you all might remember one of my favorite students, Andy...the kid who looked me straight in the eye and told me that his generation was smarter than mine! He's arguably one of the most critical thinkers I've ever taught, and I love it!  I'm never intimidated by his questions, nor his objective viewpoints … Continue reading Evolution of the NBA

Stuart Scott Changed the Game

I was pleasantly surprised two years ago when I attended my first ever "Late Night With Roy" at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.  In the midst of all of the pomp and circumstance, there he appeared.  Scott worked the "Dean Dome" with his modest frame and his huge voice.  The crowd hung … Continue reading Stuart Scott Changed the Game