NY couple names son Knickson Fyve after Knicks title chant

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Last updated Oct 23, 2026

NY couple names son Knickson Fyve after Knicks title chant
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Vance and Yvonne Bradford have welcomed a son, naming him Knickson Fyve in tribute to the iconic chant that celebrated the New York Knicks' first championship in over 50 years. The couple chose this name as a way to commemorate the emotional connection fans felt during that title run. The Knicks last captured a championship in 1973 and the recent victory marked a significant moment in the team's history. The couple's decision highlights the lasting impact of the championship on New York culture and sports fandom.

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  • •Vance and Yvonne Bradford named their son Knickson Fyve.
  • •The name commemorates the Knicks' recent championship win.
  • •The Knicks last won a title in 1973.
  • •The name reflects the family's pride in New York basketball.
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  • 12:15 AMESPN — ✋ NY couple names son Knickson Fyve after Knicks title chant
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Vance and Yvonne Bradford's newborn son is named for the popular chant that filled the streets of New York after the Knicks' first title in over 50 years.

— ESPNby J.J. Post
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