Have you ever heard of Duke’s secret basketball game?
In 1944, the all-white Duke basketball team faced off against the all-black North Carolina Central University team in an interracial game.
Due to strict segregation laws, the teams had to exercise extreme caution and barred the doors to NCCU’s gym to keep out prying eyes.
NCCU won, 88–44.
They had so much fun that instead of heading home, they mixed their squads and played a second game.
One Duke player later told his family: “We sure had fun and I especially had a good time, for most of the fellows playing with me were Southerners. And when the evening was over, most of them had changed their views quite a lot.”
Today marks the 82nd anniversary of the secret matchup. 💙
At Night to Shine, I’ve seen what just one moment of love can do.
It’s not about the red carpet or the crowns.
It’s about someone finally realizing, maybe for the first time, they’ve always had worth.
Why? Because they’re made in the image of God.
Will we come together and not just share and express this worth once a year during Night to Shine, but every day share the love and value of people with disabilities and the vulnerable?
Black History Month is a time to recognize the lived, shared experience of all Black folks who have fundamentally shaped, challenged, and ultimately strengthened America. It’s about taking an unvarnished look at the past so that we can create a better future. As we mark 100 years of celebrating Black history, let’s honor the sacrifices of the leaders who came before us, and recommit ourselves to continuing their work.
Long Journey.
2025 didn’t start the way I planned, but God’s plan was already in motion. From the very beginning of this season of life, He covered me, guided me, and carried my family through moments we couldn’t have handled on our own.
Watching my son Wesley walk through a battle no parent expects shifted my heart, my priorities, and my purpose.
This season, football became more than a game, it became a place where God allowed me to refocus, stay disciplined, and remain present.
Every snap, every rep, every challenge was an opportunity to trust Him deeper. When life felt heavy, He gave me strength. When the path felt unclear, He gave me direction. When I felt weak, He reminded me where my help comes from.
The 2025 season with the @Jaguars was a journey of growth, faith, and perseverance. Not just on the field, but in life. God kept showing up in big and small ways, pouring out blessings even in the middle of adversity. And I know He’s not finished yet.
We’ve come a long way, but the journey continues. I’m grateful for where we are, trusting God for where we’re going, and walking forward with faith knowing His promises never fail.
All glory to Him, for what He’s done, what He’s doing, and what He’s about to do.
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