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Sha'Carri Richardson's Historic World Champion Victory

Sha’Carri Richardson breaks records and boundaries with her historic win at the 2023 World Athletics Championship! We discuss it here!

 
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By: Joshua Martin

US Sprinter Sha’Carri Richardson brought home the trophy dramatically Monday at the 2023 World Athletics Championships in Budapest, Hungary. She barely edged ahead to capture the victory in an entertaining women’s 100 meters final. Richardson, who started in the less-than-desirable lane 9, won the gold setting a personal best while simultaneously setting a championship record with 10.65 seconds. That's only .16 seconds behind the world record set by the late great Florence Griffith Joyner. Richardson is currently tied for the title of fifth-fastest woman over 100 meters in history.

The American and Jamaican rivalry was alive and well in the women’s 100 as Jamaican sprinters finished second and third. Olympic bronze medalist Shericka Jackson earned the silver medal in 10.72 seconds. Two-time Olympic gold medalist and the 2022 100-meter champion Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce claimed the bronze in 10.77 seconds.

“I feel amazing. I feel like hard work pays off. I’ve been dedicating myself. I’ve been keeping my faith strong this season and just believing and knowing whatever you practice is what you put forward, and I’m grateful. ”
— Sha'Carri Richardson

The 23-year-old has been on pace to become one of the biggest stars on the track but was hit with a one-month suspension in 2021 after testing positive for marijuana. She later expressed that her actions were a result of her mourning her mother. Despite the negativity and push back Sha’carri remained dedicated to her craft and is now a world champion. Richardson shared that running in the outside lane on Monday was symbolic of her determination and focus.

“I was by myself in my own world, which honestly has been like that all my life. I’ve always been in my own world, my own element, so being in lane 9 was perfect for me to do what it is I know to do and to focus more on myself. And when I celebrated it was because I felt like I did my best no matter what the result was going to be. I felt like I did my best. ”
— Sha'carri Richardson

The World Athletics Championship was her first global event since the Olympics. The 2023 champion is also slated to compete in the 200 meters which will be contested Wednesday through Friday. Sha’Carri has performed extremely well this season, posting a then-world-best time of 10.71 in the 100 meters at the US Championships. The LSU standout is also one of six women in the pool for the 4x100-meter relay team. Richardson continues to break records and boundaries as she is now the first American 100-meter world champion in six years.

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Flau'jae Johnson of LSU Tigers Donates $10K to Hometown Boys & Girls Club

LSU Tigers' Flau'jae Johnson donates $10,000 to her hometown Boys & Girls Club, inspiring Savannah's youth during her champion "Homecoming Weekend." We discuss it here!

 
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Flau’jae Johnson is making a significant impact on the youth in her hometown of Savannah, Georgia. As part of her champion "Homecoming Weekend" celebration, the rising basketball star donated $10,000 to her former hangout spot, the Frank Callen Boys & Girls Club, on Friday July 28th.

The local hero came back to her hometown to inspire and motivate the younger generation to pursue their dreams fearlessly. “This is something I always wanted to do. I always want to give back to the community, and I am so glad this worked out. I am super excited to be back here with the kids,” Johnson stated, according to WTOC-TV's report. The Frank Callen Club was where Johnson started honing her court skills.

During her visit, Johnson reminisced about her time playing on the boys' basketball team and highlighted the importance of her visit. “I hope they realize that they can do it, too. I come from the same place. I was here just 10 years ago. I want them to know that they can do it, too, and when they do, do it to give back to someone else,” she stated.

As a freshman on the LSU Tigers basketball team, the 19-year-old played a crucial role in leading her team to a 2023 NCAA championship victory, along with teammate Angel Reese, both capitalizing on NIL deals as roster stars. Flau'jae, who is also a rapper, expressed on Twitter how rewarding it is to give back. “I grew up in here, played on my first basketball team here. This place molded me to become the person I am today. Forever grateful. This is only the start,” in a separate tweet, she further expressed her thoughts.

Johnson is currently featured in the second season of ‘Fenom,’ a docuseries that chronicles the rise of female athletes, and she hosted a special screening on Friday night. Other weekend events include a meet and greet with an autograph signing and a back-to-school drive to support the community before the upcoming school year. For more details, check here.

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Sha’Carri Richardson Wins 100 Meter Race At The USATF Championships

Sha’Carri Richardson is now headed to the Track and Field World Championships in Budapest, Hungary after winning the 100 meter and placing 2nd in the 200 meter race at the United States Track & Field Championships. We discuss it here!

 
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Sha’Carri Richardson looks at her gold medal at the U.S. Olympic Trials

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Sha’Carri Richardson is now headed to the Track and Field World Championships in Budapest, Hungary after winning the 100 meter and placing 2nd in the 200 meter race at the United States Track & Field Championships. 

As Richardson prepared for the start of her 100 meter race, she made a statement to all the viewers by taking off her orange wig and throwing it on the track. You could tell she meant business once she revealed her freshly hearted braid set underneath. Richardson crossed the finish line with a time of 10.82. In an interview with Lewis Johnson after the race, Richardson stated “I’m not back, I’m better.” Brittany Brown finished second (10.90) and Tamari Davis took third (10.99). Richardson, Brown, and Davis will be representing the United States in the 100 meters at The World Championships.

Sha'Carri Richardson clinches first NATIONAL TITLE with clutch rally in women's 100m | NBC Sports

Before her rise to prominence, Richardson competed in track and field at Louisiana State University (LSU), where she achieved great success. She became an NCAA champion in the 100-meter dash and earned multiple All-American honors during her collegiate career.

Richardson's unique style and vibrant hair colors have also made her a recognizable figure both on and off the track. She has expressed herself through her fashion choices and has become a role model for many young athletes.

In 2021 Richardson faced a setback in her Olympic journey. Following her impressive performance at the U.S. Olympic Trials, she tested positive for marijuana during a drug test. As a result, she was disqualified from participating in the Tokyo Olympics by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) and the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency (USADA).

Despite this setback, Richardson has shown resilience and determination. She has acknowledged her mistake and has vowed to come back stronger. Many fans and supporters continue to rally behind her.

Sha'Carri Richardson is a talented sprinter who has captured the attention of the world with her speed, style, and personality.

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LSU Dominates as the Lady Tigers Win Their First Championship in School History

LSU Lady Tigers win their first women's national title in school history with a dominating performance, led by Angel Reese as the Most Outstanding Player. We discuss it here!

 
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Angel Reese and the LSU Lady Tigers

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By: Joshua Martin

It’s funny how in this country we can see the same gesture and come away with two different conclusions. It's also funny how a dominating performance by the LSU Lady tigers can be overshadowed with everything else that's going on off the court.

Let's start by giving props to Angel Reese as she wins the Tournaments Most Outstanding Player. The double double machine carried her strong regular season performance into the tournament and was undoubtedly the team's emotional leader. 

Jasmine Carson

Jasmine Carson

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The Tigers got off to a hot start shooting the ball, led by Jasmine Carson’s 21 points in the first half off the bench. The senior guard was super efficient, hitting all seven of her first half shots including a three pointer off the glass right before halftime.

National Player of the year Caitlin Clark struggled to find a rhythm as she was held scoreless in the second quarter despite accumulating 14 for the half. Clark also made NCAA tournament history passing Sheryl Swoopes’ record for most points in a single NCAA women’s tournament. 

The Hawkeyes comeback was valiant but short lived. Foul trouble was a major issue all night for Iowa. Late in the third quarter Iowa’s starting center picked up her fourth foul of the game while Clark simultaneously was hit with a technical foul. 

The Tigers ultimately cruised to a 102 - 85 victory, which is the first women’s national title in school history. 

During the closing moments of the game, the tiger’s Reese hit Clark with the “you can’t see me” gesture made popular by WWE wrestler John Cena and proceeded to point to her ring finger. 

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Clark made a similar gesture during Iowa’s Elight Eight victory versus Louisville, which drew praise from Cena. 

“I don’t take disrespect lightly.”
— Angel Reese

Several big named athletes came to the defense of Reese after many viewed her actions as classless, including Los Angeles Lakers superstar Lebron James

Let me be clear this has nothing to do with Clark. She is an amazing player.

But…

“I’m too hood, I’m too ghetto. Ya’ll told me that all year. But when other people do it, ya’ll don’t say nothing. So this is for the girls who look like me”
— Angel Reese

To me “unapologetically You” equals “unapologetically Black” Keep doing your thang sis!!

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