Get ready for an inspiring and in-depth episode of "At Even Strength"! I chatted with trailblazing hockey star and broadcaster Blake Bolden for a wide-ranging conversation that celebrates where women’s—and especially Black women’s—hockey is and where it’s going. Exclusive interview with Hockey pioneer Blake Bolden. At Even Strength Podcast In this candid and energetic interview, Blake Bolden updates listeners on her life and career, including her recent forays into broadcasti

Hey Seattle hockey fans! We’re back with another jam-packed edition of the 206 Sports Collective newsletter! In our latest episode, host Erica L. Ayala sat down for an inspiring, hilarious, and thoughtful conversation with Seattle Torrent center Mikyla Grant-Mentis (aka "Buckey" or "MGM"). Here's a summary of the interview for those who still like to read, lol! 🏒 Why Bucky Still Loves Hockey It’s not just the thrill of the game that keeps Grant-Mentis coming back—it's the pe

Brittney Griner wins June WNBA Cares Community Assist Award for work with the Bring Our Families Home Campaign & Phoenix Rescue Mission.

Today I get to call my 100th broadcast. Here's my hockey love story.

Black Rosie Media has been selected for the inaugural Builders + Backers Stepping Stones program.

We gathered a panel of experts to determine the Top 22 BIPOC Leaders & Influencers in Hockey.

A curated list of Black businesses making a difference.

WNBA star Brittney Griner sentenced to nine years in a Russian prison.

Last month, I had the pleasure of speaking to the legendary Briana Scurry. As someone who grew up in the '99ers era, I vividly remember Scurry's fierceness! She was one of the first Black women I remember being – what I perceived to be anyway – unapologetic. That clip of her celebrating a save in PKs at the 1999 World Cup is branded in my mind. Therefore, it was equal part surprising and refreshing to read Scurry describe herself in her new book My Greatest Save: The Brave, B

Guest contributor Areonna Dowdy recaps the 2022 WNBA All-Star Weekend in her hometown of Chicago

Mark Williams and Elizabeth Williams share a special bond.

As part of our coverage of Title IX at 50, Black Rosie Media spoke to the TEDx Boston speakers before they made their speeches on May 16, 2022. Thanks to Athletes Unlimited, who partnered with CMS to coordinate the TEDx Boston Talks, we heard from almost all of the Black women invited to speak. As we march towards the 50th anniversary of Title IX on June 23, 2022, we here at Black Rosie Media will share our conversations with: Esther Wallace - Playa Society Elizabeth Gallow

Hello, #BlackRosie Fam! Can you believe we've been up and going for a month already?! This month will be a big one for Black Rosie Media, and we can't wait to share a few announcements and collaborations as the month goes on. For now, here are a few highlights before we show some love to Terrika Foster-Brasby! NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs Watch Party with Black Girl Hockey Club. Celebrating Patsy Takemoto Mink: The U.S. Representative for Hawaii was integral in getting Title IX a

Throughout the month of June, Black Rosie Media will be exploring Title IX and its impact on Black girls and women over the years. Be on the lookout for our special Title IX at 50 logos designed by Jordan Dabney. Jo and Black Rosie Media founder Erica L. Ayala worked a few callbacks to Mink and women in the 1970s into the new design. Can you spot them? You can read more about Patsy Takemoto Mink here . Research by Moneque Walker Pickett et al suggests Title IX has had an ad

Originally titled Women’s History Wednesday: Patsy Takemoto Mink for MyWSports As Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month comes to a close, we wanted to elevate Patsy Takemoto Mink. The congresswoman served Hawiaiin until her death in 2002. As a matter of fact, her name was still on the ballot and she won her seat posthumously. Women in classrooms, boardrooms and playing fields owe a great deal to Patsy Takemoto Mink. Although her legacy reache

Today the Women's National Basketball Players Association released a statement about the wrongful detainment of two-time USA Basketball Olympic gold medalist Brittney Griner. Griner was detained on February 17 when Russian officials found hashish oil in her luggage as she was leaving for the United States as the Russian invasion of Ukraine was imminent. For a time, the Griner family requested the basketball community remain silent, or at least muted, about Griner's situation.

Founder Erica L. Ayala recaps the first week of Black Rosie Media and what's to come!

ESPN analysts Rebecca Lobo and LaChina Robinson preview the 2022 WNBA Season.

#BlackRosie Media founder Erica L. Ayala shares a few words ahead of the official #BlackRosie Media website launch on Tuesday, May 3.

#BlackRosieMedia is answering the market demand for more Black and melanated creators voices, commentary, and perspectives on sports.