Tennessee State University (TSU), first NCAA Division in HBCU made a date by establishing a male hockey program. A significant support show, well-known civil rights lawyer Ben Crump, the team donated $ 10,000 to help the stock collection efforts. ?
TSU announced plans for the hockey program to promote variety and entry in the sport in June 2023. The initiative began as a club-level team, which will be the wishes to achieve the status of the NCAA Division. Until April 2024, HBCU appointed Huanté Abercrombie as the opening head coach. Takes a significant step for the program. The team was set up to start the first season in 2025.?
Ben Crump, Trayvon Martin, Michael Brown and George Floyd, known for his work in civil rights law, represented families in high-level cases such as Michael Brown and George Floyd. Dedication to justice and equality has won the national liking.?
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Crump, Tsu’nun supported the groundbreaking hockey program, “I am honored to violate the Tennessee State University and ensure the diversity of hockey sports.” Stressed that the team is more than just competition; It is also about expansion capabilities and challenging stereotypes.
“This team shows more than just competition over the ice – this is difficult to open the way to the future generations of black athletes in challenging stereotypes, challenging stereotypes and hockey.
According to the initial two seasons, TSU’s hockey program set a goal that collects $ 5 million to cover operating costs. Including scholarships and facilities. Crump’s contribution is a big step to achieve this goal and encourages others to join him to support this historic effort.
“Tennessee State University has historical and we also shape the future of hockey,” Tsu Hockey coach Huanté Ambercrombie said. “We are incredibly grateful to the generous support of the lawyer Crump. We hope that others will join us while setting up something special.”
The establishment of TSU’s hockey team represents the main point for HBCUS and hockey sports. Black Americans symbolize the progress of greater access and representation in a sport that does not usually participate. As the team prepares for the opening season. Supporting figures like Ben Crump can pass a long way to change the optics of the NCAA Collegiate hockey.
