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 Grambling State football coach Mickey Joseph apologized for his earlier comments regarding officiating in the team’s loss to Texas Southern over the weekend. Grambling State athletics posted his apology on their X account. 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐌𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐲 𝐉𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐩𝐡 𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐮𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐩𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐦 𝐨𝐟 𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐬: pic.twitter.com/HlTEckWVAf — Grambling State Football 🐯 (@GSUFootball01) October 28, 2024 “As the […]

Diamond Johnson made waves by landing on the 2025 Preseason Nancy Lieberman Point Guard of the Year Watchlist, announced Monday by the Naismith Starting Five. This marks the fourth preseason honor for Johnson this season, following recognition as MEAC Preseason Player of the Year, All-MEAC First Team, and inclusion on the 2025 Becky Hammon Mid-Major […]

The Rattlers of Florida A&M University defended Bragg Stadium once again, defeating conference rival Southern University 24-6. The Jaguars struck first with a 50-yard field goal from kicker Joshua Griffin, taking an early 3-0 lead. Florida A&M quickly responded as senior wide receiver Jamari Gassett returned a punt 43 yards, putting the Rattlers ahead 7-3 […]

In front of a homecoming crowd of 11,989 fans at Daytona Stadium in Daytona beach,Florida, the Bethune-Cookman Wildcats lost to the Jackson State Tigers, 37-17, marking another 20 or more point defeat this season. This defeat leaves the Wildcats with a 1-7 overall record and 1-3 in conference play. They are now 3-8 all-time against […]

Pete Richardson and Fred McNair are to be recognized in the Southwestern Athletic Conference(SWAC) Hall of Fame.They announced its 2024 Class which is set to be enshrined on Friday, December 13th, 2024. The enshrinement ceremony is slated to begin at 7:00 p.m. EST at the Omni Hotel in Atlanta, Georgia. The original “Air McNair” is […]

Three fellow HBCU alumni—Ben Coates of Livingstone College, Robert Mathis of Alabama A&M, and Steve McNair of Alcorn State University—along with Eddie George, an Ohio State alum and head coach at Tennessee State University, have made the cut for the Pro Football Hall of Fame. George is a two-time semifinalist (2022, 2024), while McNair has […]

Over the weekend, Jackson State held its 35th Sports Hall of Fame banquet, inducting a new class that included five sports and 15 individuals. Among the inductees was two former Kansas City Chiefs wide receivers Sylvester Morris and Tim Barnett. At 6 feet 3 inches and 212 pounds, Morris came to Jackson State after being […]

Former North Carolina A&T running back Bhayshul Tuten is emerging as a standout player in the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC). In his latest game against Boston College, he set the single-game rushing record for Virginia Tech, rushing for 266 yards on 18 carries and scoring four touchdowns, including an 83-yard run. The Hokies won the […]

With only five games remaining in the 2024 football season, North Carolina A&T’s Joshua Hardy, a 6-foot-4, 243-pound redshirt sophomore defensive end, announced via X (formerly Twitter) that he plans to enter the transfer portal at the end of the season. In his tweet, Hardy stated, “I would like to announce that I will plan […]

The once-prosperous North Carolina A&T football program, 11-time Mid-eastern athletic conference(MEAC), a dominant force in sports and a leading HBCU powerhouse, has lost its identity.  When I transferred to A&T during the COVID-19 pandemic, the team was transitioning from the MEAC to the Big South. Many fans, students, and alumni view this shift as the […]

During the celebration of the “Greatest Homecoming on Earth“(GHOE) this past weekend, the North Carolina A&T Aggies suffered a devastating 59-17 loss against former MEAC rival Hampton University. A&T’s defense allowed 419 total offensive yards, including 231 rushing and 188 passing yards. The Pirates finished the game with two passing touchdowns and four rushing touchdowns. […]

In a live video posted to his 200,000 followers on Instagram, future Aggie Hall of Famer Tarik Cohen expressed his frustrations over the recent North Carolina A&T homecoming loss and the current state of the season. “We are the laughing stock now. I just wish my coaches were there,” Cohen said. He joked, “Southern Durham […]

The FCS showcased its talent during prime time last week, as Ivy League and HBCU programs gained attention thanks to the MLB postseason. The games featuring Cornell versus Harvard and Arkansas-Pine Bluff versus Prairie View A&M were elevated from ESPNU to ESPN2. According to Omar-Rashon Borja, a senior writer for Redshirt Sports, the Harvard-Cornell matchup […]

Virginia State University Associate Vice President for Athletics Peggy Davis has passed away, the university announced. In a press release, university President Dr. Makola M. Abdullah praised Davis for her significant contributions over her more than 27 years with the Athletics Department. “It is with deep sadness that we share the news of the passing […]

For the first time since 1969, the Golden Bulls of Johnson C. Smith University  are 6-0. With the team’s sudden rise in popularity due to its strong performance this season, many are curious about the factors behind the win streak. In a recent interview with WCNC, head coach Maurice Flowers addressed this. “We sustain it […]

Airbnb and hotel bookings are full as families and friends reunite for the festivities of homecoming season at North Carolina A&T State University(A&T). Aggies of all ages are out in full force for the 98th edition of this cherished event. The Greatest Homecoming on Earth, or GHOE, is more than just a football game. It’s […]

In one of the most anticipated matchups of the 2024-2025 season, the Florida A&M Rattlers will face off against Southwestern Athletic Conference rival Jackson State Tigers this Saturday on ESPN network. With both programs evenly matched, the American Football Coaches Association FCS Coaches Poll ranks FAMU 18th and Jackson State 25th. Both teams are undefeated […]

Former Florida A&M running back Terrell Jennings has officially joined an NFL roster. The Duval, Florida, native was called up from the New England Patriots practice squad to active duty for the game against the Houston Texans. Jennings becomes the fourth active Rattler on a NFL roster, joining Markquese Bell with the Dallas Cowboys, Isaiah […]

Alcorn State handed Grambling State  a 17-15 loss at Eddie G. Robinson Memorial Stadium on Saturday afternoon. After scoring 14 points in the first two quarters, the Braves looked strong on offense. Quarterback Xzavier Vaughn threw for 149 yards, completing 10 of 19 passes and tossing one touchdown. Running back Jacorian Sewell contributed with a […]

Broadcast on ESPN2, the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff  defeated Prairie View A&M with a final score of 21-17. The Golden Lions’ defense held the Panthers to just 97 rushing yards, with junior defensive back Liam Lindo leading the charge, recording four tackles and one interception. UAPB had two players with more than eight […]

Grambling State University will host old rival Alcorn State in a showdown in Louisiana this Saturday. Alcorn State head football coach Cedric Thomas and GSU head coach Mickey Joseph discussed their upcoming matchup and the history of the rivalry during a coaches meeting. “The football field is still 100 yards and 53 and a third, […]

Florida A&M University  has added Giovanne Woods to finalize the rattlers’ men’s basketball coaching staff for this upcoming season. In a statement secured by HBCU Pulse,  head coach Patrick Crarey II praised the addition of Woods to his staff, highlighting his coaching abilities and the importance of bringing him on board. “Gio is a big-time […]

Chennis Berry and South Carolina State University dominated Tennessee Tech with a remarkable 465 total offensive yards, starting strong with 13 unanswered points in the first quarter. Quarterback Eric Phoenix, a transfer from Benedict College, led the charge, completing 17 of 31 passes for 412 yards and three touchdowns. This performance propelled him to the […]

The Florida A&M University (FAMU) Rattlers pulled off a significant upset against the Alabama State University (ASU) Hornets, winning 28-13 on homecoming day. The Rattlers took an early lead with a touchdown at 4:12 in the first quarter and maintained that advantage throughout the game. Quarterback Daniel Richardson led the Rattlers’ offense, completing 20 of […]

Jackson State University secured an exhilarating 45-38 victory over Alabama A&M in the Gulf Coast Challenge at Ladd-Peebles Stadium on Saturday night, showcasing a thrilling matchup in the Southwestern Athletic Conference. The game kicked off with Jackson State establishing dominance, scoring 21 points in the first quarter while limiting the Bulldogs to just a field […]

Saint Augustine’s University will not participate in athletics sponsored by the Central Athletic Association for the remainder of the 2024-25 academic year. The CIAA announced this suspension on Friday, citing SAU’s failure to meet conference compliance requirements, as well as concerns about the university’s ability to fulfill NCAA sports sponsorship and scheduling obligations. According to […]

The Aggies of North Carolina A&T will look to rebound after losing to longtime HBCU rival South Carolina State, 45-25. The Aggies’ defense struggled, allowing 567 total yards and extending their losing streak to three games. While many fans are disappointed with the season’s direction, there remains hope for what lies ahead. In the postgame […]

The Florida A&M Rattlers will travel to Alabama for a homecoming matchup against Alabama State University, as well as a Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) game. In the most recent SWAC coaches meeting, head coaches James Cozie III and Eddie Robinson Jr. emphasized the significance of the upcoming matchup and praised each other’s programs. “You have […]

The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) tournament has announced that tickets for the 2025 showdown are now available. According to a press release, the CIAA, the nation’s oldest historically Black athletic conference, will return to Baltimore, Maryland, for the 2025 Food Lion CIAA Men’s and Women’s Championship Basketball Tournament, scheduled for February 25 to March […]

The Kentucky State University (KSU) Department of Intercollegiate Athletics is excited to announce that two upcoming football games will be broadcast live on HBCU Plus. According to the streaming service’s website, HBCU Plus is a free platform dedicated to showcasing the academic, cultural, and athletic achievements of historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs). It offers […]

Every home game, the Atlanta Falcons engage and energize the crowd with the help of an HBCU-led marching band.Being one of many NFL drumlines in the league, they focus on being more HBCU centered and embracing their historic roots. Marching to Harmony, a nonprofit organization based in Atlanta,and the official Drumline & Sousaphone Line for […]

After a disheartening loss to North Carolina Central University this past weekend, the North Carolina A&T Aggies are shifting their focus to another HBCU rival, former Mid-Eastern Atlantic Conference foe South Carolina State(SC State), now coached by Chennis Berry. “The only chance we have is if we stay together,” A&T Head Coach Vincent Brown said […]

For the first time in 15 years, the Clark Atlanta Panthers have started the season 3-0. Clark Atlanta overcame a 21-point deficit this past weekend, stunning Division I SWAC member Bethune-Cookman with a game-winning field goal. Quarterback David Wright had an outstanding performance against the Wildcats, finishing with 374 passing yards and four touchdowns. His […]

Posted on X, formerly known as Twitter, by Andrew Prue, former NFL linebacker and HBCU star Shaquille Leonard was seen coaching the Lakeview Gators, who won their game 37-0. The post reads: “COACH MANIAC! 🏈 Former #Colts Pro Bowl LB & free agent Shaquille Leonard (@dsleon45) is helping his local high school in South Carolina […]

Florida A&M alumnus Xavier Smith stepped up in a big way in the Rams’ comeback victory over the 49ers. Smith scored a big punt return that put Los Angeles in position to win the game. His play even earned him a game ball from head coach Sean McVey. Smith’s journey to get to where he […]

The Grambling State Tigers defeated the Jackson State Tigers this past weekend in a highly anticipated matchup. Head Coach Mickey Joseph spoke about his team’s preparation and execution after the game, sharing his thoughts in a post on X, formerly known as Twitter. “I knew they had a good week in practice; I knew they […]

The Aggie-Eagle Classic between North Carolina Central and North Carolina A&T was an exciting game for viewers, but not because of the performances from both teams; only one team showed up. The North Carolina Central Eagles scored a new season-high in points, winning the rivalry matchup 66-24. The Aggies appeared to be a shell of […]

The Florida A&M Rattlers will travel to Alabama on Saturday for their second FBS matchup against the Troy Trojans of Troy University. With a record of 2-1 this season, this game will be the Rattlers’ last chance to prove they can compete with FBS programs in the NCAA. In a report by Gerald Thomas III […]

The Aggie-Eagle Classic features a storied rivalry between North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University (NC A&T) and North Carolina Central University (NCCU). Over the past decade, the series stands tied at 5-5, with NCCU winning the last two meetings. This rivalry dates back to 1922, when NC A&T won the inaugural game 26-0. Overall, […]