Category Archives: Racism

Sepp Blatter believes no racism in soccer; uproar widespread

Posted on November 17, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Sepp Blatter is already one of the least popular leaders of the sport he governs.  When you look around the US, despite differences of opinion and feelings that certain decisions are improper, there does not exist the universal contempt for … finish reading Sepp Blatter believes no racism in soccer; uproar widespread

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Goodell discusses Rooney Rule with English soccer officials

Posted on October 23, 2011 by Roy Kessel

(AP)  NFL commissioner Roger Goodell advised English Football Association officials on the benefits of adopting the Rooney Rule designed to create more opportunities for black and minority coaches. The FA and League Managers’ Association has spent several months exploring the possibility … finish reading Goodell discusses Rooney Rule with English soccer officials

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South Carolina WR Byrd suspended four games

Posted on September 9, 2011 by Mauri Miller

The NCAA handed a four-game suspension to South Carolina Gamecocks’ WR Damiere Byrd for his involvement in a mentoring organization, Student Athlete Mentoring Foundation. In addition to the suspension, the NCAA ruled that Byrd must repay nearly $2,700 in impermissible benefits he … finish reading South Carolina WR Byrd suspended four games

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Bin Hamman alleges bias by FIFA

Posted on September 6, 2011 by Mauri Miller

In a letter to FIFA, Mohamed bin Hammam made strong accusations of discrimination when he alleged that FIFA would not have came to the same conclusion in his case if he were European. In July, FIFA concluded that bin Hammam … finish reading Bin Hamman alleges bias by FIFA

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North Dakota retiring Fighting Sioux nickname by year end

Posted on August 16, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The University of North Dakota has retired the Fighting Sioux nickname after a lengthy battle including a fight between the school and the state legislature.   Last week the school made attempts to make a last second plea to the NCAA. … finish reading North Dakota retiring Fighting Sioux nickname by year end

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Charges will not be filed against Lobos’ football player

Posted on July 13, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The San Mateo County District Attorney’s Office has decided to forgo filing charges against New Mexico Lobos’ football player Deshon Marman. Authorities removed Marman from a plane in the San Francisco airport for wearing saggy pants. “My belief is if … finish reading Charges will not be filed against Lobos’ football player

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New Mexico’s Deshon Marman reacts to his arrest

Posted on June 17, 2011 by Mauri Miller

From The Bench recently covered the article that New Mexico Lobos’ Deshon Marman was arrested from events that stemmed from his alleged refusal to pull up his saggy pants. In a statement issued by UNM, Marman said the incident is … finish reading New Mexico’s Deshon Marman reacts to his arrest

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Barcelona Busquets cleared of racial slur

Posted on May 16, 2011 by Roy Kessel

(AP)  Barcelona says midfielder Sergio Busquets has been cleared to play in the Champions League final after UEFA dismissed claims he racially insulted Real Madrid defender Marcelo during the semifinals. Barcelona says on its website that the club was informed by … finish reading Barcelona Busquets cleared of racial slur

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French soccer begins racism inquiry

Posted on May 3, 2011 by Roy Kessel

(AP)  French soccer authorities have begun an inquiry into claims that national coach Laurent Blanc and other coaches secretly agreed on a quota restricting the number of black and Arab players in training programs. The investigative website Mediapart said last … finish reading French soccer begins racism inquiry

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France suspends technical director after racism probe

Posted on May 1, 2011 by Roy Kessel

(AP)  The technical director of the French Football Federation was suspended by the sports ministry on Saturday over a claim that the FFF was limiting black and Arab players in national training programs. Francois Blaquart was suspended immediately, pending an investigation … finish reading France suspends technical director after racism probe

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West Ham’s Cole fined $32k for tweets

Posted on April 20, 2011 by Roy Kessel

West Ham striker Carlton Cole has been fined by England’s Football Association over jokes he made on Twitter during England’s exhibition against Ghana last month. The FA says Cole has been warned about his future conduct and fined $32,800. Cole … finish reading West Ham’s Cole fined $32k for tweets

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Fighting Sioux not shielded by ND law change

Posted on April 19, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The NCAA is not sympathetic to the University of North Dakota’s attempt to hide behind a recent change in state law which purportedly requires UND to keep the native american mascot. As you can see in this AP report, both … finish reading Fighting Sioux not shielded by ND law change

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FIFPro creates task force to protect Eastern European soccer players

Posted on April 12, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The soccer players’ union wants help to protect athletes in Eastern Europe from violence, racism and match-fixing gangs. FIFPro says it’s creating a regional task force to recommend action and wants backing from FIFA and UEFA plus Europe’s clubs and … finish reading FIFPro creates task force to protect Eastern European soccer players

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West Ham’s Cole cited for improper tweet

Posted on April 9, 2011 by Roy Kessel

West Ham striker Carlton Cole has been accused of improper conduct by England’s Football Association for tweets about Ghana fans made during England’s exhibition. The Football Association said Cole has until Wednesday to respond to the charge. Around 20,000 Ghana … finish reading West Ham’s Cole cited for improper tweet

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Russian soccer team fined for fans’ racist actions

Posted on April 7, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The Russian soccer team Zenit St. Petersburg has been fined $10,000 after one of its fans offered a banana to Brazilian star Roberto Carlos. The action by the fan came last month during a ceremony before Zenit played Anzhi Makhachkala, … finish reading Russian soccer team fined for fans’ racist actions

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Is Cam Newton criticism racially motivated?

Posted on April 3, 2011 by Roy Kessel

You can really look at this two ways.  Every single top 5 draft pick endures ENORMOUS scrutiny as the draft approaches and their strengths, weaknesses, behaviors and conduct are micro-analyzed to the point of absurdity. So calling scrutiny racially motivated … finish reading Is Cam Newton criticism racially motivated?

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Iran threatens boycott over 2012 Olympics logo

Posted on March 1, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Iran has threatened to boycott the 2012 London Olympics because of its claim that one of the logos used to promote the Olympics contains the words Zion. Take a look for yourself.  When you look at the reality, it is … finish reading Iran threatens boycott over 2012 Olympics logo

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Soccer racism still rampant in Spain

Posted on February 10, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Brazilian right back Daniel Alves says he is subjected to racist insults from spectators during nearly every match he plays with Barcelona in the Spanish league according to an AP report. Alves told the Brazilian Folha de S. Paulo newspaper … finish reading Soccer racism still rampant in Spain

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LeBron retweets racist messages

Posted on October 20, 2010 by Roy Kessel

While we all know that racism still exists and that athletes are targets of a lot of hate and jealousy, it is nonetheless shocking to see the harsh reality of the types of messages that a superstar like LeBron James … finish reading LeBron retweets racist messages

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