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Norfolk State had a stellar regular season campaign that ended in an epic MEAC Championship moment that truly defines the craziness of March Madness season. Trailing by 10 with two minutes left, the second-ranked South Carolina State tied the game at 65 with 10.6 seconds remaining after a forced turnover and a quick layup from […]

Following Prarie View A&M’s 69-49 loss to rival Texas Southern in the SWAC tournament, long-time HBCU coach Sandy Pugh is resigning from the program. The news of her departure was shared by the Prairie View A&M Athletics’s social media accounts. “Panther Athletics would like to thank Sandy Pugh for her service as the women’s basketball […]

After a stellar season that saw them in the hunt for the Big 12 Championship, Deion Sanders believes that his Colorado Buffaloes have made a huge leap as they enter Spring football season. The Buffaloes are set to lose several key pieces of their roster from the past two seasons, including NFL prospects Shedeur Sanders […]

Throughout his career as a coach, Deion Sanders has had a penchant for embracing innovation. His entrance into the coaching space in itself was innovative, leading Jackson State back to its historic prominence and then revitalizing a Colorado team that only won one game the year prior to his arrival. Now, he’s looking to change […]

Mickey Joseph has added a highly experienced coach to his staff at Grambling State. According to a report from FootballScoop, Grambling is adding Erik Losey as its new offensive line coach. Losey, who most recently coached at Eastern Kentucky, played a key role in the program’s success, including a trip to the FCS Playoffs under […]

Following Eddie George’s departure to Bowling Green to become the new head coach, Tennessee State defensive star Sanders Ellis has entered the transfer portal. The transfer is a big loss for the Tigers as Ellis was a key anchor of the defense, even as a freshman last season. During the 2024 season, Sanders recorded 86 […]

As the Unriavled season nears its end as the inaugural playoffs is set to tip-off, Chicago Sky Angel Reese reflected on the experience in an ESPN feature written by Kendra Andrews. Reese has been one of the best stories in the league’s first season, as she continued her stellar play on the glass as a […]

Former Howard University Royal Court member Jeremiah Downing was killed in a fatal car crash in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on Wednesday, March 12 per a report by WAFB. According to a Louisiana State Police report, a crash occurred on Nicholson Drive near Bluebonnet Boulevard just after 7 p.m. on Wednesday, March 12. The accident involved […]

Eddie George is set for a significant pay raise as the head coach of Bowling Green University, as the former HBCU coach is in line to make $600,000 annually per a report by WTOL. An MOU obtained through a FOIA request by the local Toledo, Ohio affiliate outlines the preliminary terms of George’s agreement to […]

In December, Willie Simmons officially became an FBS coach when he was hired to lead the FIU Panthers. Now, he’s set to start his new chapter against a familiar HBCU rival: the Bethune-Cookman Wildcats. FIU added Bethune-Cookman to officially round out their football schedule, with the game set to take place either on August 29th […]

The Detroit Pistons social media team issued the perfect response to NBA on TNT analyst Shaquille O’Neal, who has been downplaying their season in a couple of viral remarks. “You want to brag about a team that’s 32-26? Stop it,” Shaq said to Adam Lefkoe on a recent episode The Big Podcast. “That’s not success. […]

Michael Vick and Norfolk State are shaping up to be one of the top stories of the 2025 season. As Vick continues his inspiring journey as the head coach of his hometown HBCU, he faces a challenging start with an exciting out-of-conference matchup, followed by a demanding slate of games in MEAC play. Norfolk State’s […]

Colorado head coach Deion Sanders took to his social media account to speak about Eddie George’s departure from Tennessee State to become the head coach of Bowling Green University. The former Jackson State coach, who’s entering his third season with the Buffaloes in the Fall, had nothing but love for George on his career move. […]

Michael Vick is only a few months into his tenure with Norfolk State and he’s already fielded a question about if his Spartans will one day face off against Deion Sanders’s Colorado Buffaloes in the near future. The question came in an early February interview with Dan Patrick on his eponymous show. Vick thought about […]

Former HBCU national championship-winning coach Broderick Fobbs has landed a new FBS job as he joins South Alabama as running backs coach. The announcement was made by South Alabama head football coach Major Applewhite via a press release on Tuesday. Fobbs is a seasoned coach with a proven track record of success in HBCU football. […]

Two more suspects have been arrested in the hazing death of HBCU student Caleb Wilson. 28-year-old Isaiah Smith surrendered to Baton Rouge Police on Tuesday and is expected to be booked into East Baton Rouge Parish Prison, according to a police spokesperson. Smith, a graduate student at Southern University, has been charged with felony hazing, […]

After four seasons as Tennessee State’s head coach, Eddie George has left the Tigers to take over as the new head coach at Bowling Green University. The process moved swiftly—George reportedly interviewed for the position on Friday, was named a top candidate by ESPN’s Pete Thamel on Saturday, and was announced to have accepted the […]

Michael Vick has taken another huge recruiting swing this Spring, as his Norfolk State Spartans have offered a scholarship to the son of former Philadelphia Eagles star Donovan McNabb. The news was announced by McNabb’s son Donovan McNabb Jr. on his X account on Monday afternoon. AGTG After a great conversation with @MichaelVick I am […]

Howard University and Morehouse College are set to continue their HBCU rivalry in the HBCU NY Classic this Fall, per a report by Sports Illustrated-HBCU Legends. The two premier institutions have faced off in the HBCU NY Classic over the past few years with the game being broadcast on CNBC and Peacock. The game will […]

When asked why they chose their HBCU, alumni often give a detailed response, usually ending with the phrase, “I didn’t choose my HBCU, my HBCU chose me.” Mark Anthony Green, the talented GQ wordsmith who has since become a celebrated writer and director, offered a response to why he attended Morehouse College that is both […]

New Bowling Green head coach Eddie George has broken his silence about his departure from Tennessee State. In a press release issued by the Falcons announcing George as their 21st head football coach, he shared a few words about his departure. “There is never a good time for retirement or making a transition, moving on […]

Tennessee State’s Eddie George is emerging as a hot commodity in the football coaching world. The former Heisman Trophy winner has built an HBCU and FCS Power with the Tigers that saw his team win a share of the OVC-Big South Championship and an FCS Playoff. Now, he’s on the radar for open coaching vacancies […]

Former HBCU football coaching star turned UNLV offensive coordinator Brennan Marion has only been at Sacramento State for a couple of months and is already making headlines with a high-powered recruiting visit from a five-star quarterback. Per On3’s Pete Nakos, 5-star quarterback Ryder Lyons made a visit to Sacramento State today. Lyons is a highly […]

A Southern University alumnus and Omega Psi Phi member have been arrested in the hazing death of Caleb Wilson. According to a report by AP, Baton Rouge police have charged 23-year-old Caleb McCray with criminal hazing and manslaughter. His bond is set at $75,000 for the manslaughter charge and $25,000 for the hazing charge. A […]

In a series of tweets on Thursday evening, Nick Wright responded to Charles Barkley’s criticism of the Lakers, despite the team winning eight consecutive games and holding the second seed in the Western Conference. Barkley criticized ESPN for focusing too much on the Lakers and Warriors, claiming the Lakers are just having a “great two […]

As the investigation into the death of HBCU student Caleb Wilson at Southern University continues, ten people may face charges. This new revelation comes as more information has been revealed about the hazing ritual that led to Wilson’s death, per an investigative report by WBRZ. A source told WBRZ that during the unsanctioned event, pledges […]

The Magic City Classic is poised to get even bigger, as Amazon has been officially announced as the title sponsor for the Magic City Classic. Beginning in 2025, the game will officially be called the “Amazon Magic City Classic, presented by Coca-Cola.” The Magic City Classic, held annually at Legion Field in Birmingham, is a […]

On Thursday, Prarie View A&M announced that famed sports media personality Bomani Jones will address the undergraduates at the institution’s 143rd Spring Commencement Convocation. The two-day event is scheduled for May 16 and 17 at the William “Billy” J. Nicks, Sr. Building, also known as the Baby Dome. Jones is set to address undergraduate students […]

On the latest episode of his eponymous show, Pat McAfee blasted NFL “middle management” as he declared that he won’t be hosting a live broadcast from Green Bay for the 2025 NFL Draft. The NFL punter turned media star will instead host a draft day show from his usual “Thunderdome” studio. This marks a significant […]

HBCU star Carson Vinson was the only HBCU player invited to the 2025 NFL Combine this year and he certainly made his mark in his monumental opportunity to impress NFL scouts. The Alabama A&M offensive lineman posted a 5.12-second time in the 40-yard dash, with a 10-yard split of 1.80 seconds, ranking 10th fastest in […]

In a recent appearance on Shannon Sharpe’s Club Shay Shay podcast, Amber Rose spoke in detail about her issues with Joseline Hernandez and their infamous fight that occurred during Season 2 of College Hill: Celebrity Edition at Alabama State University. Per Rose, Hernandez attempted to pursue a sexual relationship with her while they were filming the […]

DeSean Jackson may have found his quarterback at Delaware State days before the start of Spring practices. Michigan quarterback Anthony Arnou has announced his intentions to transfer to the Hornets following his graduation this Spring. “I’m extremely grateful for my time at the University of Michigan, but at this time I’d like to announce that […]

DeSean Jackson is gearing up for his first Spring football season as the head coach of Delaware State and Deion Sanders sent him some encouragement via social media. Sanders has been openly supportive of both Vick and Jackson since they assumed their positions at their HBCU football programs and the love continued early Tuesday. Jackson […]

Former HBCU running back Bhayshul Tuten made headlines with his amazing NFL Combine performance that very well could land him on a team this Spring. Tuten clocked 4.32 seconds in the 40-yard dash, the fastest time among all running backs at this year’s combine. His time marked the fourth-fastest for a running back in combine […]

Fisk University gymnastics made history on Friday, February 28th as they beat Southeast Missouri and the University of Bridgeport at Cape Girardeau, Missouri, The victory marked the first time that an HBCU gymnastics team defeated a Division 1 and Division 2 program. The Lady Bulldogs earned a team score of 194.600, narrowly surpassing Southeast Missouri […]

Although Travis Hunter is over a month from being drafted into the NFL, Travis Hunter is sill speaking highly of his HBCU experience at Jackson State. In comments at the Emerging G.O.A.T. Award” at View Pointe Hall in Louisville, Kentucky, Hunter talked about his experience with Deion Sanders at Jackson State. Travis Hunter speaks on his […]

Dawn Thornton has been having an amazing season in her first year with Alabama A&M University. She already made a name for herself as one of the best coaches in HBCU basketball with the resume that she built at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, as her team even beat Arkansas in a huge […]

The family of Angie Stone has released a statement following her untimely passing this weekend. Stone was leaving a performance in Montgomery, Alabama, early Saturday morning before getting into a fatal car accident. “It is with heavy hearts that the children of the R&B Singer Angie Stone along with her extended family want to thank you […]

Beyoncé recently took to her social media to pay tribute to Neo-Soul singer Angie Stone, who passed away on Saturday.  Stone was leaving a performance in Montgomery, Alabama, early Saturday morning before getting into a fatal car accident. A report by HBCU Gameday indicates that Stone was slated to perform at the CIAA Tournament, held in […]