In this inspiring episode of Blacklight on Sports, we welcome Crystal Flint—a Minnesota basketball legend whose impact extends far beyond the court. Crystal made history in 1994 by leading the University of Minnesota women’s basketball team to its first-ever NCAA Tournament appearance. Since then, she's coached players of all ages, officiated seven state tournaments, and founded the acclaimed Triple Threat Girls Basketball camp.

Now serving as Director at Conway Community Center with The Sanneh Foundation, Crystal remains dedicated to mentoring youth, championing education, and creating lasting community change.

Listen in as Crystal discusses leadership, the power of representation, and her lifelong mission of uplifting the next generation through sports.

Executive Producer/CEO Publisher
Tracey Williams-Dillard

Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder
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MSR Digital Studio
Ray Seville

Charles Hallman
MSR Sports Columnist

Dr. Mitchell Palmer McDonald, PhE.
MSR Sports Columnist

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In this powerful episode of Blacklight on Sports, hosts Charles Hallman and Dr. Mitchell Palmer McDonald sit down with Sam Willis—former basketball standout turned entrepreneur and youth mentor. Hailing from Minneapolis Roosevelt’s legendary 1993 squad, Willis went on to play college and professional ball before returning home with a new mission: serving his community.

Today, Willis is the proud owner of Just Turkey in South Minneapolis and a familiar face in the world of local journalism, having appeared on WCCO and SPNN. He opens up about his journey from athlete to business owner, his work with Save Our Sons, and how he's using food, mentorship, and storytelling to give back to the city that raised him.

Whether you're a sports fan, entrepreneur, or someone who believes in the power of second chapters, this episode is for you.

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Executive Producer/CEO Publisher
Tracey Williams-Dillard

Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder
3744 4th Ave South
Minneapolis MN 55409
612-827-4021

MSR Digital Studio
Ray Seville

Charles Hallman
MSR Sports Columnist

Dr. Mitchell Palmer McDonald, PhE.
MSR Sports Columnist

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MINNESOTA SPOKESMAN-RECORDER 1934

In this episode of Blacklight on Sports, hosts Charles Hallman and Dr. Mitchell Palmer McDonald sit down with Minnesota basketball legend Angel Robinson. A high school and collegiate Hall of Famer, Angel led St. Paul Central to a state title, earned Miss Basketball honors, and went on to shine at Marquette before playing professionally overseas.

Today, she’s shaping lives as the head girls basketball coach at Tartan High School and a special education teacher at St. Paul Johnson. Tune in as Angel reflects on her journey, what it means to give back, and how she's using her platform to mentor the next generation.

Executive Producer/CEO Publisher
Tracey Williams-Dillard

Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder
3744 4th Ave South
Minneapolis MN 55409
612-827-4021

MSR Digital Studio
Ray Seville

Charles Hallman
MSR Sports Columnist

Dr. Mitchell Palmer McDonald, PhE.
MSR Sports Columnist

ALL RIGHTS RESERVED BY
MINNESOTA SPOKESMAN-RECORDER 1934