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SkatePal is the Initiative Making Skateboarding Accessible in Palestine
Founded by skateboarder Charlie Davis, the story of SkatePal began in 2013 with a team of volunteers heading back and forth between London and Palestine. Looking at communities within the West Bank that have limited access to cultural, educational and sporting opportunities, the charity is building skateparks, running classes and providing equipment to build and support the emerging skateboarding scene. SkatePal has built spaces across Palestine including Rosa Park in Asira Al-Shamaliya, Jayyous Skatepark and a current build in Al-Bireh, Ramallah. Rosa Park is currently the largest in the country and the charity’s second concrete skatepark in the West Bank. The 700sqm park was built in 2015 by twenty volunteers using locally sourced materials. Today, the volunteers (both local and internat...
Nate Diaz to Face Tony Ferguson in New UFC 279 Main Event
A day after the official press conference for UFC 279 was called off for the first time in history due to a skirmish backstage involving four fighters and reportedly around 100 individuals, more chaos now ensues. Last-minute switches to the main event matchups were made as one of the UFC‘s brightest prospects, Khamzat Chimaev, missed weight by a shocking 7.5 pounds, tipping in at 178.5 pounds for the middleweight bout. This is the first time that Chimaev has missed weight in the UFC since his debut in 2020 and the nearly 10-pound weight difference, as well as his nonchalant attitude, has many in the community speculating that he may not have planned to make weight in the first place for his headliner against Nate Diaz. In lieu of the news, the UFC quickly set up whole new matchups, b...
No Golf Course, No Problem: Five Iron Golf Delivers Dope Vibes With Indoor Simulators
Golf’s country club culture isn’t for everyone but it’s a modern necessity towards keeping the sport’s thriving community and more prestigious traditions alive and well. For those who seek the game beyond the country club setting or are just getting into the sport, public courses and driving ranges are more accessible options. However, in terms of versatility and convenience, indoor golfing hits the sweet spot, and this is where Five Iron Golf steps in to offer something new for players of all levels. Five Iron Golf’s vision for indoor golf involves delivering fun and elevating the community through inclusivity, fashion and sports fandom. So where the country club offers an exclusive oasis in the traditional context — think expansive ranges, finely-aged cigars and blinding white polos — Fi...
Steph Curry Explains Why His ’22 NBA Championship Title Is More Special Than Those Won in the Kevin Durant Era
In the most recent interview with Sports Illustrated, Steph Curry spoke about which of his NBA championships have meant the most to him. The Golden State Warrior All-Star has without a doubt said that his most meaningful win was “absolutely” the 2021-22 championship. Curry expanded on why he thought so, even alluding to his “ugly crying” moment, “That raw emotion that came out after Game 6 kind of signaled how much this meant to me, how much this meant to our team.” When the buzzer sounded at the end of Game 6, Curry was noticeably emotional after their win against the Boston Celtics. He explained how each of his NBA Championships compared to one another, “The first one, you don’t really know what you’re doing until you accomplish it, and then you’re celebrating. The next two were kind of ...
Rafael Nadal’s 23rd Grand Slam Title Dream Cut Short at U.S. Open
While many had hoped for Rafael Nadal to extend his all-time Grand Slam record to 23 at the current U.S. Open especially when Novak Djokovic has been ruled out of play, the Spaniard’s fans will no doubt be disappointed that the record holder has just suffered a loss to local hero Frances Tiafoe in the fourth round. Starting the match one set down on 4-6, Nadal managed to rally back in the second set, taking 6-4 with one break. Unfortunately, the momentum shifted back to Tiafoe at this point for the rest of the match, winning the next two sets at 6-4 and 6-3. Tiafoe will now face Russia’s Andrey Rublev in the quarter-finals, with the former becoming the first American men’s player to reach the quarter-finals since John Isner’s run in 2018. “That’s part of my career,” Nadal began explaining ...
Jake Paul to Face UFC Legend Anderson Silva in Next Boxing Match
After two of Jake Paul‘s scheduled opponents, including Tyson Fury‘s brother Tommy Fury and 12-1 heavyweight Hasim Rahman Jr., both pulled out of their scheduled boxing bouts for varying reasons, the younger Paul brother now locks in his next dance partner, UFC great, Anderson “The Spider” Silva. Silva is a future UFC Hall-of-Famer whose impact on mixed martial arts is rivaled by few in the sport. The Brazilian fighter holds the standing UFC record for longest title reign, most consecutive UFC victories, and the most UFC title fights. Known for his creative striking, Silva (34-11 and 1 NC) transitioned from MMA back to boxing in 2021 — securing victories over former middleweight boxing champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. and fellow UFC legend Tito Ortiz. At 47 years old, Silva will now face th...
Nate Diaz to Launch Combat Sports Promotion, “Real Fight Inc.”
As 37-year-old veteran, Nate Diaz prepares to face off against rising star Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 279 on September 11 in what could potentially be his last fight in the UFC, Diaz announces the launch of his own combat sports promotion, Real Fight Inc. Having built a reputation as one of the most fearless fighters in the business, Diaz’s new promotion looks to stage combat sports exhibitions geared towards boxing, MMA, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under the moniker “Real Ninjas. Real Fighters. Real Shit. Real Fight, Inc.” While Diaz only has one bout left in his UFC contract, it looks like the Stockton-based fighter still plans to complete in the sport. “The new venture has no bearing on his status as a fighter, where he will continue to be very active,” Diaz’s team said in a statement. “Re...
Paris Saint-Germain’s Exclusive Headphones With Master & Dynamic Have Arrived
Continuing its partnership with acclaimed football club Paris Saint-Germain, New York’s own Master & Dynamic has cooked up some on-brand design elements for the release of their limited-edition run of gaming headphones and wireless earphones. The collection of items includes the “MH40” wireless headphones, the “MG20” gaming headphones (wireless), and the “MW08” noise-canceling earphones. In addition to a sonic enhancement, each set also incorporates PSG’s iconic club colors placed strategically throughout the collection. Custom 50mm “Berylium” drivers and 7.1 surround sound comprise the MG20, while Bluetooth 5.0 makes up the MH40, and a hybrid ANC powers the MW08. The new Paris Saint-Germain x Master & Dynamic limited-edition collection is available now to purchase at MD’s and the ...
Evander Holyfield’s Gloves From Infamous Ear-Biting Fight With Mike Tyson Are up for Auction
Lelands Auctions is giving boxing fans a chance to own one of the most significant pairs of boxing gloves in the history of the sport. The infamous “ear-biting” match between Evander Holyfield and Mike Tyson still remains one of the most iconic moments in boxing even 25 years later. On November 9, 1996, the two faced off in a Heavyweight match for the first time, where Holyfield knocked down “Iron Mike.” Just seven months later, the two met again in the ring on June 28, 1997, where the duo squared off once again in a highly-anticipated rematch at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. Holyfield gained an early advantage that frustrated Tyson and in the third round, Tyson stunned the world by biting off a chunk of his opponent’s ear. It led to Iron Mike’s disqualification and he was fined...
Twitter Reacts to Serena Williams’ Final Game and Retirement
Serena Williams has without a doubt been one of the greatest athletes to play the sport of tennis. For 27 years, Williams has graced the courts and become one of the most decorated athletes of this generation. Over the course of her career, Williams has won four Olympic Gold medals, 23 Majors, six US Open titles and received a total of 73 career titles. In her final match, she lost to Ajla Tomljanovic in the third round of the US Open, capping off her iconic playing career. At 40 years old, Williams gave her final twirl on the court as she exited the match after a 7-5, 6-7 6-1 loss. Throughout the years, Williams has cemented herself as the GOAT, redefining what could be possible on the tennis court. Her playing style will continue to be studied for generations and will always be considere...
Donovan Mitchell Has Been Traded to the Cleveland Cavaliers
Looking ahead to the upcoming NBA season, there are plenty of storylines in place for an exciting year of basketball. However, the Utah Jazz and Cleveland Cavaliers have decided to shake things up even more with a deal that involves three time NBA All-Star Donovan Mitchell going to the Cavaliers. The deal follows the departure of former Jazz center Rudy Gobert and finalizes the Jazz’ pivot to rebuilding. Specifications of the package being exchanged for Mitchell include forward Lauri Markkanen, guard Collin Sexton, rookie guard Ochai Agbaji and three unprotected first-round picks for 2025, 2027 and 2029. These picks are also backed by two pick swaps for 2026 and 2028. As a result, the Jazz now have 13 first-round picks through 2029 while also bringing on board two rookies selected in this ...
Russell Wilson and Denver Broncos Agree To Five-Year Extension Worth $245 Million USD
Russell Wilson and the Denver Broncos have officially agreed on a five-year extension, meaning that fans will see the quarterback spend the next seven years with the team. The deal was confirmed to The Athletic and notes that the $245 million USD contract extension also includes $165 million USD guaranteed. Back in March, Wilson traded by the Seattle Seahawks, a team he has spent his first 10 seasons in the NFL with. From the moment Wilson arrived in Denver, GM George Paton has insisted on signing a long-term extension with Wilson. When it comes down to the guaranteed money, Wilson’s contract now marks the third-most lucrative contract in the NFL. ESPN received a quote from Paton at the press conference surrounding Wilson’s extension stating, “We did feel pressure, it came down to the wire...
