Makur Maker

Howard cancels men’s basketball season because of COVID-19

Makur Maker, the prized five-star recruit, only played in two games because of injury and canceled games

COVID-19 forces Makur Maker and Howard to quarantine and postpone games

Maker said on Instagram Live that he’s got COVID-19 and recovering

How Howard coach Kenneth Blakeney discovered his love of art

The second-year men’s basketball coach expresses his creativity in everything from fashion to interior design

Finding the light in 2020

2020 has been a year to remember. From the social justice impact on sports and how out of all of this pain, many Black athletes and Americans found their voice. We review this year’s many lessons, wake-up calls and wins for the culture.

Groin injury might slow Howard’s Makur Maker, but not the team’s progress

Coach Kenny Blakeney says young team learned from each of its early defeats

All eyes are on Howard as it begins season with star recruit Makur Maker

Coach Kenny Blakeney tries to temper expectations as team begins rebuilding process

What will Makur Maker’s real impact be on Howard basketball this season?

The 6-foot-11 freshman, an All-MEAC preseason first-team pick, gives Howard a good chance to improve from last season

Makur Maker’s choice of an HBCU only becomes a movement if others follow

Top players like Mikey Williams have to join Maker at schools like Howard to create a trend

Fiction predicts reality in novel about star athlete attending Howard

‘What Follows’ was meant to inspire elite Black athletes to envision the possibilities of HBCUs