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Howard University’s Swim and Dive Team to Partner With The New Aquaman Movie

Howard University’s Swim and Dive Team to Partner With The New Aquaman Movie

In a pioneering collaboration between Howard University’s Swim and Dive Team and Warner Bros. Pictures, an exciting event is set to unfold at the iconic Burr Gymnasium on Saturday, December 9th, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. The “Aquaman and The Lost Kingdom Special Practice and Day Party” promises to be a convergence of athleticism […]

This NC Swim Club Aims To Shatter Stereotypes By Teaching Black Adults To Swim With Ease

This NC Swim Club Aims To Shatter Stereotypes By Teaching Black Adults To Swim With Ease

Nadine Ford, swim coach and executive director of Evolutionary Aquatics, a nonprofit led by Black women in Charlotte, North Carolina, dedicates her time to mainly teaching Black adults how to swim. According to the website, the club’s mission is to “reteach Black adults their authentic and genetic aquatic culture” and to shatter stereotypes that “Blacks don’t […]

Swim, Mo, Swim! (Mo Jackson)

Swim, Mo, Swim! (Mo Jackson)

Mo is going swimming in the fifth title of the perenially popular, Geisel Award-winning Level 2 readers series by David A. Adler! It’s Field Day at summer camp and Mo’s group, the Guppies, is competing for extra ice cream! He and his friends are doing their best at everything from […]

Ryan Coogler Learned To Swim In Order To Direct Water Scenes In Black Panther

Ryan Coogler Learned To Swim In Order To Direct Water Scenes In Black Panther

Bassett said Coogler spoke to her honestly during the filming, reminding about the “important and vital” role of Queen Ramonda’s relationship with Shuri, who plays T’Challa’s sister and the next heir to the throne. Understanding her vital role, Bassett was determined to do whatever it takes to deliver an inspiring performance. “Almost to the point […]

Black Swimmers Fight FINA’s Decision to Ban Natural Hair Swim Caps

Black Swimmers Fight FINA’s Decision to Ban Natural Hair Swim Caps

Swimming caps designed for natural Black hair won’t be allowed at the upcoming Tokyo Olympics, with the sport’s world governing body saying they are unsuitable due to them not “following the natural form of the head.” The British brand Soul Cap sought to have its products officially recognized by FINA, but its application submitted last year was […]