Nightmare third inning dooms XULA in first game of double-elimination playoffs
XULA, in its first season of baseball after several decades away, succumbs to the bats of Boston's Fisher College in the first round of double-elimination playoffs.
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Heartbreak in the Heart of Dixie: XULA falls 7-2 in the Black College World Series championship
A thrilling tournament showing came up just short for XULA, as a lopsided pitching performance in the final game secured a Black College World Series championship for Bluefield State.
XULA baseball reaches final of Black College World Series, will face Bluefield State in rematch
XULA prevails 7-5 against Florida Memorial in the Black College World Series, a brand-new baseball tournament whose championship might just go to a brand-new team.
Bob Hurley Sr. talks hoops, Catholicism, and Jersey City
Harlan McCarthy sits down with Hall-of-Famer Bob Hurley, Sr. to discuss the lesser-known side of the man, the myth, and the high school basketball coaching legend.
XULA baseball returns today after six decades away
Xavier University of Louisiana has brought its baseball program back from the dead, taking the field for the first time since the Civil Rights Movement.
Naismith Hall of Famer Lenny Wilkens talks life, basketball, education, and social justice
Lenny Wilkens explains his NBA journey, his roots, his resolve, and his Catholic faith.
'Mr. Kujichagulia': a poem
Kobe "Bean" Bryant and his daughter Gianna passed away one year ago today, shortly after going to church to pray. On this day, we honor his legacy of faith.
Hammerin' home to Heaven: Hank Aaron passes at 86
One of the greatest to ever touch the diamond, Hank Aaron, has passed at 86, leaving behind a legacy of homers, honors, and enduring faith.
Pope Francis receives, blesses NBA jersey from the Atlanta Hawks
Following last Fall's visit to the Vatican from NBA players and union officials, an NBA team has sent the Pope a customized jersey. It appears he likes it.
Going Lange: Saint Frances Academy on the verge
After nearly 200 years, Saint Frances Academy began to make the news for something other than their saintly Black founder, but is there more to the story?
Pope Francis meets with NBA players at the Vatican
Pope Francis to meet with NBA players and union representatives in the Vatican City to discuss social justice issues.