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A former HBCU quarterback has earned a place on the reigning national champion Ohio State Buckeyes. Former North Carolina A&T quarterback Eli Brickhandler is joining the team and announced his commitment on his X account. He will be one of many quarterbacks from the Buckeyes to contend for playing time at the QB spot, behind […]

One of the most shocking snubs of the 2025 NFL Draft was Virginia Union star Jada Byers. Arguably the best HBCU running back in the nation, Byers proved year in and year out that he was a game-changing tail back that proved his dominance against HBCUs and non HBCUs alike. But now he gets the […]

Over the past few years Chad Ochocinco has been a huge ambassador for HBCUs and now his daughter has started an HBCU legacy in their family. Chadé Johnson walked across the stage on last Saturday, deepening her family’s ties with black colleges. Ochocinco already hosted a podcast with HBCU alumnus Shannon Sharpe but now his […]

As Marva Johnson moves closer to becoming the next university president of Florida A&M University, a student leader is seemingly being punished for his actions of protest. Per the Tallahassee Democrat, political science student Elijah Hooks says that he’s he is facing suspension and potential loss of housing after receiving a May 14 email from […]

Dr. Jamal Bryant, a renowned pastor and activist, is a passionate supporter of HBCUs, with all three of his daughters attending historically Black colleges. However, he recently made an inaccurate claim, stating that iconic rapper Tupac Shakur attended an HBCU for a semester before moving to the West Coast. Bryant made the claims in an […]

Even as the Spring Football season has ended, Michael Vick is still working to strengthen his Norfolk State squad ahead of his coaching debut in the Fall. In a play to strengthen the Spartan defense, Vick and Norfolk State have signed safety Tyler Jones and linebacker Kendric Nowling. Nowling joins Norfolk State after a standout […]

North Carolina A&T’s track and field program is celebrating a standout season with an exciting new partnership with Mielle Organics. The beauty brand, known for supporting HBCU athletic programs like Florida A&M’s cheerleading team, is investing $200,000 into the program, according to the athletic department. Mielle Organics has announced a partnership that includes annual product […]

Florida A&M’s Board of Trustees voted 8-4 on Friday morning to move forward with Marva Johnson as the university’s next president. The decision was made during a public session where several alumni and supporters expressed opposition to Johnson. Johnson is now waiting to be interviewed and approved by the Florida Board of Governors, which oversees […]

Ahead of Florida A&M’s Board of Trustees vote for the next university president, Will Packer released a letter on his social media, continuing his push against candidate Marva Johnson. Johnson, currently Vice President of State Government Affairs for Charter Communications, served eight years on the Florida State Board of Education. She was appointed for a […]

NBA legend Magic Johnson has a history of philanthropic efforts, but his latest move in service of Xavier University of Louisiana might be one of his best yet. During Xavier’s Centennial Gala on May 9th, Johnson pledged $500,000 to the Louisiana-based HBCU. The Centennial Gala, an unforgettable evening hosted by comedian Bill Bellamy, generated over […]

After announcing her transfer from Fisk University, Morgan Price is officially committing to the University of Arkansas. Price officially unveiled her decision on her social media accounts with a collaborative post with the Razorbacks’ gymnastics page. With Price joining Arkansas, she’s officially reuniting with her sister Frankie Price who was already a member of the […]

Only a day after Morehouse College introduced the incoming President of their institution, the athletics department have announced the hire of Larry Dixon as the next head men’s basketball’s coach of the institution. The hire is noteworthy, as the Maroon Tigers basketball team is one of the best teams in Division II basketball and HBCU […]

Legendary R&B singer Toni Braxton celebrated a major family accomplishment last Saturday as her son Diezel Braxton-Lewis graduated from Howard University on last Saturday. Diezel graduated from the institution with a degree in film and was a part of the largest graduating class in Howard University history. The institution conferred degress to 3,167 students which […]

Netflix’s Forever has become an instant hit in the streaming world and an HBCU alumnus has emerged as a major fixture of the show wth his polarizing character. Winston-Salem State alumnus and actor Xavier Mills has recieved major acclaim for his role as “Christian” in the series inspired by Junie Blume’s 1975 book “Forever….”. In the […]

Southern University is landing another player from an in-conference rival, as the Jaguars have secured a commitment from former Jackson State quarterback Cam’Rom McCoy. McCoy, who announced his commitment on his X account, looks to bring further success to a Southern University team that won the SWAC West and made the SWAC Championship in Terrence […]

Florida A&M alumni have made their presence known in the search for a new university president, and the National Alumni Association has officially backed their desired candidate. Current Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Dr. Donald E. Palm was formally endorsed by the organization in a letter released on May 10th per a report […]

Morehouse College has identified its new leader in an alumnus who has experience in higher education and public health. The prestigious Atlanta, Georgia-based institution has hired F. DuBois Bowman as the next president of the college, succeeding long-time president David A. Thomas. “Returning to Morehouse as its 13th president is the honor of a lifetime,” […]

Another HBCU standout is heading to play in the Power Five, as former Morgan State star Naya Ojukwu is heading to the ACC. The women’s basketball standout is on the move again, as she is set to play for the University of California after stints at Utah and Gonzaga. Ojukwu’s basketball journey began in high […]

Another former NFL star is entering the NFL coaching game as former Steelers wide receiver Santonio Holmes is heading to Central State University to become the team’s wide receivers coach under new head coach Tony Carter. Carter is a former NFL player himself and was hired to lead Central State, a SIAC member, earlier this […]

Charlie Ward is the latest HBCU head coach in the community but he’s already making a huge splash, as Anquan Boldin Jr., a former Buffalo guard, is transferring to Florida A&M. Boldin Jr. announced his commitment on Instagram, sharing a photoshoot in the team’s white jersey. Boldin Jr., son of three-time Pro Bowl wide receiver […]

Former Alabama State star Kisean Johnson is joining the Cleveland Browns as an Undrafted Free Agent, per a report by Jordan Schultz of Fox Sports. Johnson was a star at Alabama State before he transferred to Vanderbilt after the 2023 season and eventually went on to become a contributor for Western Kentucky in the 2024 […]

Florida A&M is narrowing down its presidential search, and the Rattler Community has made it clear that they are not interested in the candidacy of Marva Johnson.​ Florida A&M stakeholders have made their voices heard, openly pushing against Johnson, making their voices heard in a town hall on Wednesday, per a report by WXTL.​ Johnson, […]

ESPN star Stephen A. Smith has been growing his profile over the past couple of years, expanding his brand outside of sports talk. But his latest appearance on the widely popular, long-running NBC series Law & Order just might validate him as a certified star. Smith appeared on yesterday’s Season 24 episode “Tough Love.” In the […]

Shaquille O’Neal showed love to HBCUs on Thursday’s NBA on TNT coverage as he wore an Alabama State cardigan. While it seems like a small gesture to some, O’Neal’s clothing choice added to the attention and fervor that the institution has gained since its resounding victory in the First Four tournament in March.   View […]

Grambling State is set to kick off the 2025 season with the renewal of a historic rivalry with Langston in the Shreveport Kickoff Classic. The game is set to take place on August 30th at 7 PM EST and will be hosted at Independence Stadium. “We’re thrilled to open our season with the Shreveport Kickoff […]

DeSean Jackson and Delaware State have already made moves on the recruiting trail this Spring, but the addition of a Division III football star will make their secondary even more fearsome. The Hornets have signed defensive back James Woods, a standout from Brevard College, making a rare leap from Division III to the FCS level. […]

Sam Shade and Alabama A&M made a huge transfer portal splash on Thursday afternoon, as they’ve found their new QB1 in former UAPB star Mekhi Hagens, per a report by FCSCentral’s Zach McKinnell. “In another unexpected announcement, former UAPB QB Mekhi Hagens announces his commitment to Alabama A&M,” McKinnell said in a post on his […]

Florida A&M made headlines when they secured former Fordham University quarterback C.J. Montes, but it appears that he’s leaving the Rattlers to head back to Kent State. FCSCentral’s Zach McKinnell broke the news on his X account. “In an unexpected twist… Former Fordham QB CJ Montes will not transfer to Florida A&M and will return […]

Former Norfolk State star Diamond Johnson was among several players released by the Minnesota Lynx following their first preseason game against the Chicago Sky on Tuesday evening. Per a statement by the Lynx, Johnson was released alongside forwards Dalayah Daniels, Ajae Petty and Camryn Taylor. Johnson was arguably the most surprising omission from last month’s […]

Fisk University star Morgan Price is entering the transfer portal after a historic run with the Bulldog gymnastics program. Price made the announcement about her transfer in a letter to her social media accounts. The letter read: “This has honestly been one of the hardest decisions I’ve ever had to make, but after a lot […]

The Warriors were dealt with bad news on Wednesday afternoon, as it was announced that Steph Curry is dealing with a Grade 1 hamstring strain and will be out for at least a week, per a report by ClutchPoints Senior NBA Reporter Brett Siegel. The injury spells problems for the Warriors, who were able to […]

Rep. Jasmine Crockett served as the commencement speaker at Tougaloo College this past weekend. In the address, Crockett interwove stories of the civil rights movement into the challenges that are faced today to inspire the class of 2025 to fight for change.​ She spoke about several current issues in the speech and even involved Donald […]

NBC is making a comeback in the NBA media rights space this fall, thrilling basketball fans with the promise of broader coverage and the return of a classic partner from the league’s golden era. But, many fans aren’t happy with NBC’s upcoming use of AI to recreate the voice of one of NBA on NBC’s […]

Mississippi Valley State and the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff are among several FCS and FBS teams facing postseason bans, according to the NCAA’s release of its Academic Progress Rate (APR) on Tuesday. The APR evaluates the academic success of schools and their athletic programs, with scores below 930 resulting in penalties. These scores […]

Urban Edge Network has responded to the arbitration decision in their lawsuit with the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC), as well as a statement released by the SWAC about the decision on Tuesday afternoon. The statement, obtained by HBCU Pulse on ClutchPoints, is below: “Urban Edge Network (UEN) acknowledges the recent arbitration decision and public statement […]

Virginia Tech has landed another former HBCU star who looks to make an immediate mark on the team’s chances as a contender. The Hokies landed former Tigers standout Isaiah Spencer via the transfer portal, a move that surely will help fortify their wide receiver room. Spencer was a standout player on a talented Jackson State […]

T.C. Taylor has made some key additions to his championship-winning coaching staff at Jackson State, adding former Charlotte assistant Justin Sanders and 2024 Celebration Bowl champion Esaias Guthrie. Taylor has also promoted former quality control coach Aaron Jackson to assistant coach. The moves come as Jackson State solidifies its team heading into the end of […]

After going unselected in the 2025 WNBA Draft, Diamond Johnson seems to be in a perfect position to make the Minnesota Lynx roster as the WNBA preseason has started. Johnson, arguably the best women’s basketball player out of an HBCU last season on the best team in HBCU, has been actively engaged in practices for […]

T.C. Taylor and Jackson State have added another explosive offensive weapon that could further increase their chances of repeating as champions in the 2025 season. The Tigers have added former Prairie View A&M wide receiver Shemar Savage via the transfer portal, a huge addition for their wide receiver room following the departure of Isaiah Spencer. […]