Cynt Marshall, the first African American female CEO in the NBA, was celebrated for her groundbreaking leadership, community advocacy, and unwavering resilience during a retirement celebration in Dallas, where she was presented with a special proclamation from the City of Dallas.
Author Archives: Rashad Miller
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La Solución para Sand Branch: La Lucha de un Desarrollador por Agua y Justicia
Derek Avery, un desarrollador inmobiliario, lidera la Coalición Agua para Sand Branch en su misión de revitalizar la comunidad desatendida sin desplazar a sus residentes, garantizando el acceso a agua potable y fomentando un desarrollo equitativo en el área.
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The Sand Branch Solution: One Developer’s Mission for Water and Justice
Derek Avery, a real estate developer with roots in Houston, is working to revitalize underserved communities in southern Dallas County without displacing residents, while also addressing issues such as contaminated wells and lack of running water.
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Dwight Powell Reflects On NBA Career After Recent Milestone
Dwight Powell has surpassed Shawn Bradley for sixth all-time in offensive rebounds for the Dallas Mavericks, and his philanthropic efforts through the Dwight Powell Children and Family Support Program have earned him multiple nominations for the NBA Cares Community Assist Award.
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Dear Fathers Event Empowers Black Fathers to Strengthen Family Bonds and Leave a Lasting Legacy
The Dear Fathers organization hosted its annual pregame panel at the American Airlines Center, featuring Nico Harrison, Kalvin Bridgewater, Lubbock D. Smith III, and Charles Dillon, discussing mental health and leaving a lasting legacy.
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Mavericks Hold Press Conference to Announce New CEO
Rick Welts has been appointed as the new President and CEO of the Dallas Mavericks, replacing Cynt Marshall who will remain as a consultant until the end of 2025.
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The New York Liberty Wins First WNBA Title in Franchise History
The New York Liberty won their first title in franchise history, but not without controversy. In the final seconds of the fourth quarter of Game 5, a foul was called […]
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Cynt Marshall to Retire as Mavs CEO at Year’s End
Dallas Mavericks Chief Executive Officer, Cynt Marshall has announced that she will retire from her position effective December 31, 2024. She will remain with the organization as a consultant through […]
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Asjia O’Neal’s Journey to Success: Overcoming Challenges and Achieving Greatness
By Rashad Miller, The Uncool Urban Her father is six-time NBA All-Star Jermaine O’Neal, but her storyI first heard of Asjia when was a standout varsity volleyball player at Southlake […]
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Dirk Nowitzki Foundation Holds Sixth Annual Tennis Tournament
The Dirk Nowitzki Foundation held their sixth annual tennis tournament at the Banner House at T Bar M last Saturday. The Hall of Famer would call upon former teammates J.J. Barea […]
