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THE BLACK DIAMOND NEWSROOM
The people we work with are more than a headline, a statistic, or a role. Explore client features, career news, conversations from the Black Diamond Podcast, and perspectives from our team.


Battles Beneath the Helmet
Beyond the Game Beyond the Game: Germaine Brown on Mental Toughness, Setbacks, and Trusting the Process *From championship seasons overseas to the challenges of injury and recovery, professional football player Germaine Brown shares the lessons that have shaped his journey on and off the field.* There is a side of football that never makes the highlight reel. It’s the pressure to perform, the fear of letting people down, and the fight to keep believing in yourself when things

Dr. Brandy Runyan
6 days ago9 min read


Black Diamond Sports & Entertainment Group Prepares to Evaluate 2027 Football Draft Class as Recruiting Priorities Begin to Shift
Black Diamond Sports & Entertainment Group Prepares to Evaluate 2027 Football Draft Class as Recruiting Priorities Begin to Shift

Dr. Brandy Runyan
Oct 194 min read


*SPKN EXCLUSIVE* The Athlete Identity Trap: Navigating self-concept and mental health in extended NFL career pursuits
By: Dr. Brandy Runyan This study explored the persistence of undrafted football players who continue to pursue National Football League (NFL) careers five or more years beyond their draft class. Despite systemic barriers and long odds, these athletes remain deeply committed to training, competing, and promoting themselves in pursuit of their professional goals. Guided by goal-setting theory, self-determination theory, and the constructs of resilience and grit, a qualitative p

Dr. Brandy Runyan
Oct 151 min read


BLACK DIAMOND SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT GROUP INVITES FREE AGENT FOOTBALL PLAYERS TO THE MIND LAB LIVE ATHLETE DEVELOPMENT SESSION
BLACK DIAMOND SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT GROUP INVITES FREE AGENT FOOTBALL PLAYERS TO THE MIND LAB LIVE ATHLETE DEVELOPMENT SESSION

Dr. Brandy Runyan
Oct 143 min read


Black Diamond Sports & Entertainment Group Announces Signing of Defensive End Jalen Mayala
Black Diamond Sports & Entertainment Group Announces Signing of Defensive End Jalen Mayala

Dr. Brandy Runyan
Oct 143 min read


The Psychology of the Upset: What Happens When Good Teams Start Falling Apart?
The Psychology of the Upset: What Happens When Good Teams Start Falling Apart?

Dr. Brandy Runyan
Oct 117 min read


Black Diamond Sports & Entertainment Group Announces Representation of Running Back Michael Mansaray
Black Diamond Sports & Entertainment Group Announces Representation of Running Back Michael Mansaray

Dr. Brandy Runyan
Oct 92 min read


Black Diamond Sports & Entertainment Group Launches The Mind Lab for Athlete Mental Resilience and Development
Black Diamond Sports & Entertainment Group, LLC announces the launch of The Mind Lab, an athlete development initiative focused on mental resilience, leadership and well-being. Designed by Dr. Brandy Runyan, who holds a PhD in Sports Leadership and conducts research on mental resilience and the mental health of elite athletes, The Mind Lab brings academic insight and professional athlete management experience into programming for the demands of competitive sport. The initiati

Dr. Brandy Runyan
Oct 62 min read


Black Diamond Sport & Entertainment Group Announces Representation of Cornerback Irekefe “Kaylen” Oweh
Black Diamond Sport & Entertainment Group Announces Representation of Cornerback Irekefe “Kaylen” Oweh

Dr. Brandy Runyan
Oct 52 min read


Dream Teams: When the Jersey You Grew Up Wearing Becomes the One With Your Name on It
Dream Teams: When the Jersey You Grew Up Wearing Becomes the One With Your Name on It

Black Diamond Staff
Oct 14 min read


The Cost of Unethical Agent Poaching in Football
An athlete’s uncertainty should never become another agent’s sales strategy.

Dr. Brandy Runyan
Sep 304 min read


How to Find a CFL Agent | Black Diamond
Learn how to find a CFL agent, verify CFLPA credentials, prepare your football film, compare representation, and avoid costly mistakes before signing.

Dr. Brandy Runyan
Sep 308 min read


Black Diamond Announces Representation of Defensive Back Roshaun Christopher
Black Diamond Announces Representation of Defensive Back Roshaun Christopher

Dr. Brandy Runyan
Sep 302 min read


Black Diamond Sport & Entertainment Group Signs Defensive End Camar Kyle for Representation
Former Winston-Salem State captain and Danube Dragons championship player seeks his next professional opportunity

Dr. Brandy Runyan
Sep 282 min read


Risacher ready for fresh start in Dallas: “Shout out to Trae”
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Black Diamond Staff
Sep 251 min read


NFL legend Brian Urlacher rips Colin Kaepernick, says protests wouldn't have flown in his locker room
NFL legend Brian Urlacher rips Colin Kaepernick, says protests wouldn't have flown in his locker room

Black Diamond Staff
Sep 251 min read


Lakers big man gets new chance with West team alongside former NBA forward
Lakers big man gets new chance with West team alongside former NBA forward

Black Diamond Staff
Sep 251 min read


ESPN ranks Victor Wembanyama as the second-best player in the NBA
ESPN ranks Victor Wembanyama as the second-best player in the NBA

Black Diamond Staff
Sep 241 min read



Black Diamond Staff
Sep 241 min read



Black Diamond Staff
Sep 241 min read
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