J’adore (pronounced Jah-Door)
contents
the sports Issue
Features
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Cover
Floyd Mayweather Jr.
cover images BY: Steven Khan Grooming: Alex LaMarsh Stylist: Lyndzi Trang Suits: Mayweather's Own
Besides Floyd Mayweather Jr.’s gloves, there’s more than meets the eye. J’Adore goes a few rounds with the best pound-for-pound fighter in the world.
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Black Execs in Professional Sports
Parity comes slowly for black executives in Professional sports, but throwing in the towel is NOT an option.
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Oscar De La Hoya: Stay Gold
With numerous successful business ventures including his highly lucrative company, Golden Boy Promotions, Oscar ‘The Golden Boy’ De La Hoya still shines.
Shower shot: Pants: Elmer Ave. Belt & Holster: Engineered by Remy
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Playing in Different Arenas Six black athletes in non-traditional sports.
The Allied Athlete Group
AAG Foundation Awards Gala features a galaxy of athletic legends and entertainers who love to give back.
Etan Thomas: Forward Thinking
NBA’s ‘Gentle Giant’ Etan Thomas leads the league in social awareness.