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Vision | Legendary Leadership | Goats 🐐 Unite 2020 - Vision & Legendary Leadership: 170+ Black players, coaches and staff of MLS, come together to bridge the racial equality gap that exists in society. 2021 - The creation of Wealth Equity: Building Bridges to Prosperity, The Barbershop Forum, at MLS All-Star. This first and only of its kind to date was presented by Black Players For Change, 100 Black Men of America, Inc. and MLS. 2022 - Major League Soccer secured a deal with the NBBF (Black Banks Matter) to leverage a historic $25 million loan from a syndicate of Black banks. Marking the first time any sports league would participate in a major commercial transaction exclusively with Black banks. The announcement of this deal established a landmark moment in sports, Civil rights, and American History. With a $2.5 Billion Dollar Apple deal soon to follow. 2023 - The debut of Lionel Messi on American soil playing the world's game in front of a few of the most notable goats 🐐 in their respective fields across the world. EVLV is honored to experience and continue to play a role in realizing the fullest potential of American Soccer. #soccer

Tonight, it's Game 7, and the Philadelphia Phillies are locked at 3-3 in the #NLCS, with their eyes set on returning to the World Series! There's an undeniable magic in this team, and I'm convinced they have more tricks up their sleeves. Regardless of the outcome, they've achieved something extraordinary, making it to the NLCS for the second year running. I love stories of adversity and resilience. Sports are a remarkable metaphor for life itself. The lessons we learn on the field or court often mirror the challenges and triumphs we encounter in our personal and professional journeys. For many fans, they are not just games; they are a reflection of the human spirit's endless pursuit of excellence and achievement. This particular team faced a barrage of challenges, from injuries to fierce competition, yet they never once faltered in their pursuit of greatness. With unwavering determination and an unyielding spirit, they've shown us that setbacks are merely stepping stones to comebacks. The #Phillies have rekindled a powerful belief system and spirit in the City of Brotherly Love. This story is still being written and is reminding us all that success is not solely measured by wins and losses but by the strength of a team to bounce back from setbacks and keep pushing forward. That's how champions emerge and greatness achieved. #PhiladelphiaPhillies #Philadelphia #Philly #WorldSeries #NLCS #Grit #Determination #Adversity #Comebacks #FightinPhils #EnergyIndustry #Greatness #Champions #CityofBrotherlyLove #Belief (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

#facts NBA = No Black-owned Assets 1. There's no majority owner in the National Basketball Association who is of African American heritage. 2. The NBA could of started with a blacked owned, all black basketball team. 3. The NBA's economic objectives are global and international, not domestic resulting in more investment beyond the US boarder then in the US. 4. The African American community has been negligent in stewarding the athletic talent and creating institutions to do so. 5. The No Backboard Basketball League is purposed to create new, #blackowned , economic lanes for black and brown athletes, entrepreneurs, and creatives. Article: NBA = No Black-Owned Assets https://lnkd.in/gfTaDmfw

✊🏾 Breaking barriers and reshaping the game: It's time for diversity and inclusion in the decision-making seats of black sports. Let's champion change together. 🏁 Click the link to join our network - https://buff.ly/4asB0cb #GameChanger #RepresentationMatters #BlackLeadersInSport #SportsLeadership #EmpowerChange

🏒 College Hype’s Forecast: Bruins vs. Blackhawks Season Opener! Our experts share their score predictions for the awaited face-off. Who will come out on top? Tune in and join the conversation! 📢 — #NHL #BruinsVsBlackhawks #SeasonOpener #collegehype #predicitions

Here we are, folks, standing on the precipice of some truly riveting displays of athleticism and strategy - the United Soccer League. Now, if soccer were an orchestra, the USL would be the symphony that gives the classics a modern twist. ⚽️🎵 • The league's ambitious vision. • The fostering of local talent. • The incredible growth - a testament to its connect with fans. Who wouldn't want to be part of this thrilling ride?! The USL's success isn't built on sand. It's built on: • High-level competition 🏆 • Unrelenting drive to deliver fan-engagement 💯 • A persistent echo of the global soccer resonance 🌏 Each team tells a tale. Each play, a sonnet of sweat and skill. And each game, a chapter in the grand saga that is the United Soccer League. 🏟️ But we're not just spectators to the growth of an incredible sports league. No, indeed! We're witnesses to history, my friends. As the United Soccer League continues to score goals, break records, and inspire future generations, we paint strokes on an ever unfolding canvas of soccer in America. Let's play ball, shall we? 🥅⚽️🎉

The Struggle of Black Coaches in the NFL: Breaking Barriers in 2024 In this eye-opening video, we shed light on the unfortunate reality faced by Black coaches in the National Football League. Despite their skills and expertise, they are still denied equal opportunities. Join us as we discuss the challenges and the need for change. #BlackCoaches #NFLBarriers #EqualOpportunities #BreakingStigmas #RacialEquality #SportsIndustry #DiversityMatters #FootballCulture #CoachingChallenges #ProgressInSports

⚾🌟 As we embrace January and gear up for Black History Month and MLB Spring Training in February, an important conversation emerges. In the coming days, articles will surface discussing the decline of African-Americans in baseball. What do you think are the top three reasons behind this decline, spanning from youth leagues to the Major Leagues? Share your insights and let's engage in a thoughtful dialogue on the future of diversity in America's favorite pastime. 💬🤔 #BaseballDiscussion #MLBInsights

On February 9, 2024, the 100 Black Men of America, Inc. Chairman Milton Jones Jr. participated with the Players Coalition in Las Vegas. The Players Coalition was founded in 2017 by NFL players Anquan Boldin and Malcolm Jenkins. Milton discussed the Work of the 100, The importance of mentoring, and how organizations have and can collaborate to effectuate positive change for youth and communities. 100 Black Men of America is a newly announced NFL social justice grant recipient at the national level. The Fireside chat included a Q&A with Malcolm Jenkins, who discussed the Players Coalition work, being an active participant in your community, and his new book, What Winners Won’t Tell You. The 100 BMOA The 100 Black Men of America, Inc. is recognized as the nation’s top African-American-led mentoring organization. The mission of the 100 Black Men of America, Inc. is to improve the quality of life within our communities and enhance educational and economic opportunities for all African Americans. 100 Black Men of America is a newly announced NFL social justice grant recipient at the national level. #100BMOA

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