40 Years Ago Jordan Brand Changed The Game Forever

…And we have the Brits to thank for that. The word was first uttered, actually written, in 1800s England, by a beloved soccer correspondent. So there! No more bloody quarrels. 

Comedian Shane Gillis will host the ESPYs. Some were surprised at the news because he’s known for being caught in a couple of controversies. Like, for instance, he’s a Notre Dame fan. That is a joke, ok. We love all college football teams equally. 

Basketball used to be a city-kid game; stars were built on the playground. In 2009, ten players in the NBA were 2nd generation players. Now, 35 players have fathers that played in the league. Throw in NIL deals, social media and access to 24/7 training tactics, and boy, it sure is different than it was back in our day. 

Can Shai Gilgeous-Alexander propel Converse to being the top sneaker dog once again? Our pesky kid brother newsletter, SportsVerse, investigates. 

When it comes to Dior, Kylian Mbappé, you are the new face of the brand. Ahead of the iconic fashion house’s PFW show Friday, creative director Jonathan Anderson posted a teaser of Mbappé, and we must say, Kylian ties a mean tie. Not so good with the bow tie, though.