Tag: athlete

Media Monitor: Jason Collins, NBA trailblazer, dies at 47

12 May 2026 6:54 p.m. · Source: Washington Post

The Washington Post is reporting that Jason Collins, the NBA's first openly gay active player, has died at 47 from brain cancer. He announced his diagnosis in December 2025.

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Media Monitor: USA Today Reports Death of Grizzlies Forward Brandon Clarke

12 May 2026 2:12 p.m. · Source: USA TODAY

USA Today is reporting the death of Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke at age 29. Clarke played seven seasons in the NBA.

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Media Monitor: TIME profiles skier Eileen Gu ahead of 2026 Olympics

24 Jan 2026 9:02 a.m. · Source: TIME

TIME magazine is highlighting skier Eileen Gu in its latest cover story, focusing on her unique position as an American-born athlete competing for China in the upcoming 2026 Winter Olympics.

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