GREENWOOD, Ind. (May 20, 2025) - Howard University Department of Athletics was recognized in the 2024–25 CSC (College Sports Communicators) Fred Stabley Sr. Writing Contest, thanks to articles written by consultant Rob Knox.
 
Knox's story, "Growing the Game: Alexis Joseph," was the District 2 winner (Delaware, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, West Virginia & District of Columbia) for Social Justice/Diversity - University Division. The article highlight's Howard assistant women's lacrosse coach and former Duke University athlete, Alexis Joseph, who is dedicated to increasing the representation of Black women in lacrosse by not only introducing the sport into underserved communities but also providing the necessary support structures to help them thrive.
 
"I am honored to be recognized in the CSC Fred Stabley Jr. Writing Contest," Knox stated. "It is a privilege to tell stories that reflect the excellence of Howard University Athletics. I am grateful to the student-athletes and staff for their trust and to Chevonne Mansfield and Kery Davis for the opportunity to share my passion for storytelling. Howard's legacy is powerful and I am proud to help bring it to life."
 
Knox was also acknowledged as runner - up in two District 2 University Division categories:

• Coach/Administrator Profile: "Cape Verde in Qatar: Latroya Pina," a captivating story about former Howard swimmer Latroya Pina, who represented Cape Verde at the 2024 World Aquatics Championships while balancing her role as an academic counselor at Howard and pursuing a doctoral degree in biology.
• Historical Feature: "Forged by Adversity: Howard Men's Soccer 1974 National Team," a powerful tribute to the undefeated Howard Men's Soccer team that claimed redemption and a national championship after the NCAA controversially stripped their 1971 title, highlighting their resilience in the fight for justice and equity in college athletics.

 
Knox is a member of the Lincoln University and Chester High School Athletic Hall of Fames and currently serves as the Senior Director of Strategic Communications at the Thurgood Marshall College Fund. Knox has been named the 2011 College CoSIDA Rising Star Award winner and previously won four Fred Stabley, Jr. writing awards.
 
The Fred Stabley Sr. Writing Contest recognizes the top writing and storytelling content in seven different categories from current 2024-25 CSC members. CSC members in all eight districts submitted nearly 500 articles in seven categories. District winners advance to the national ballot, with national winners in each of the seven categories to be announced later this month.
 
For more information, visit the Bison Athletics website at www.HUBison.com.