SWAC: 15 Women Suspended After Southern vs Texas Southern Fight

Video footage of fight during SWAC Women's game.

The SWAC Women's basketball tournament in Houston started out all wrong this past Saturday. In the Texas Southern vs Southern game a bench-clearing brawl led to a double forfeit and 15 suspensions.

by Rodney Fisher

Women in MMA

Are women fighting entertainment? Photo credit MMA 

by L.A. Levan

For almost two decades, I have been watching or been involved in the world of MMA.  And for most of that time, the women that have attempted to compete in this combat sport have been scoffed and laughed at by a lot of fans, including this writer.

MEAC Women's Basketball Recap: December 4

Courtesy MEAC Media Relations

Wed, December 05, 2012

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NCCU's Gary Seizes Double-Digit Rebounds In Loss To ECUGREENVILLE, N.C. -North Carolina Central team kept the game within ten points major of the first half before falling to the Lady Pirates of East Carolina 65-28 on Tuesday, Dec. 4 at Minges Coliseum in Greenville, N.C.
Lady Eagles' junior Tiffany Gary led the squad one point shy of a double-double, scoring nine points and a season and game-high 12 rebounds, while freshmen Tisha Dixon contributed an additional nine points and pulled down four rebounds.

JSU Drops NCAA First Round to No. 2 Stanford

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Fri, November 30, 2012

Courtesy SWAC.org Jackson State's season and 22-match win streak came to an end after suffering a 3-0 loss to No.2 Stanford during the first round of the 2012 NCAA Volleyball Tournament on Friday.

Jackson State's season and 22-match win streak came to an end after suffering a 3-0 loss to No.2 Stanford during the first round of the 2012 NCAA Volleyball Tournament on Friday. Courtesy: SWAC.org View Photo

STANFORD, Calif. - Jackson State University dropped a 3-0 decision to No. 2 ranked Stanford University in the first round of the 2012 NCAA Volleyball Tournament on Friday at the Maples Pavilion.The Lady Tigers' 22-match win streak was snapped suffering the loss to the Cardinal from set scores of 10-25, 17-25, and 10-25.
Christine Edwards and Mikayla Rolle led JSU (24-12)with five kills apiece. Jenna Siddiqui controlled the offense with 17 assists. Kameron Boggan and Angelica Kelley tallied seven digs to lead the back line.
The Cardinal (28-3) was led by Brittany Howard's nine kills. Madi Bugg added 22 assists and Karissa Gilbert chipped in 12. Jordan Burgess led Stanford's defense with eight digs.

NBA TEAMS UP WITH HERSTAR™ TO LAUNCH HIGH-END WOMEN’S SHOES

NEW YORK, June 11, 2012  - HERSTAR™,   a unique global leader in women's fashion footwear and apparel, announced a new merchandising partnership with the National Basketball Association (NBA) for high-end women's dress shoes. The NBA is the first league to partner with the brand.

The collection, available at HERSTAR.com, features two styles available in all 30 NBA teams. The microsuede pump steps up the classic shoe with handmade, microsuede and a 4” heel with a 1” internal platform. This collection retails for $99.99.  Also available for $249.99 is the limited edition crystal pump which is fully-hand strassed in Middle Eastern Crystals and offset by a 6” heel and 3" internal platform. These sparkling pumps are the MVP of heels, allowing female sports fans to show off their love of the game while embracing their feminine side.  

“We are always looking to broaden our product assortment by partnering with creative and innovative brands,” said Lisa Piken, Vice President of Licensing for the NBA. “HERSTAR collection is not only fashionable but also comfortable -- perfect for our female fans.”

“This partnership is a slam-dunk for HERSTAR! We look forward to offering sports fans a high-end line of fashionable heels”, said Holly Joffrion, founder and CEO of HERSTAR. “We understand how much women love their shoes and recognize that going to an NBA game can be an event beyond the hardwood. We’re able to combine the love of basketball and footwear together, allowing female fans another way to display their passion for the game.”

ABOUT HERSTAR:

Born in 2011 from a love of fashion and a passion for sports, HERSTAR brings it all to the table. Combining the most popular women's footwear trends, with the ever so popular NBA team colors and logos, HERSTAR shoes are anything but ordinary.

For more information visit HERSTAR.COM