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When he arrived at Delaware State, DeSean Jackson made history. He took a team that was one-and-eleven the year before and turned them into a championship contender, finishing the season with an eight-and-four record and a four-and-one record in the MEAC. Jackson and his coaching staff completely overhauled the culture of Delaware State, establishing a […]

DeSean Jackson and Delaware State’s 2026 football schedule is out, featuring some interesting out-of-conference matchups that could put the Hornets in place for an FCS playoffs berth, should they not win the MEAC Championship and make the Cricket Celebration Bowl. It also features several intriguing in-conference matchups that will draw the nation’s attention due to […]

As the NFL prepares for next week’s Annual League Meeting in Arizona, the Competition Committee has officially submitted five playing rule proposals that could see some alterations to special teams and officiating. These proposals, alongside new bylaws and resolutions, aim to modernize the game’s flow and increase the accuracy of “clear and obvious” officiating calls. […]

As the NFL Draft approaches, Adam Schefter has officially weighed in on one of the most intriguing prospects in this class, and his latest prediction points toward a major addition for a division rival. In a recent appearance on The Pat McAfee Show. Adam Schefter says he doesn’t think the Titans at number four or […]

To close out the month of March, several Black college football stars are set to be featured in the 2026 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Showcase and International Player Pathway Program (IPP) Pro Day, presented by Microsoft Copilot. The event is set to occur from March 28 through 30 in Ashburn, Virginia, with on-field […]

Following UConn’s 98-45 rout of Syracuse in the second round of the women’s March Madness tournament, Lady Huskies star Azzi Fudd reflected on the final home game of her college career. Fudd scored 34 points in the contest, with 26 in the first half, putting the matchup virtually out of reach for Syracuse. In a […]

Amid the Lakers’ nine-game win streak, LeBron has been one of the biggest contributors. After facing questions about his fit alongside Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, James has emerged as the perfect power forward for the Lakers that can hit shots with efficiency and also step up on the defensive end. Ramona: "The sense I have […]

The WNBA and the Players Association have reached a historic CBA after months of deliberation. Per a report by Alexa Philippou of ESPN, the WNBAPA ratified the new CBA in a unanimous vote, with the WNBA team owners set to vote on the deal soon. "We understood that we wanted more. We understood we needed […]

As the NBA season draws to a close, there’s been intense discussion about who will take home the 2025-2026 MVP trophy. Lakers star Luka Doncic has emerged as a key contender as the Lakers have embarked on a nine-game win streak. Jaylen Brown has also received acclaim for the way that he’s navigated the Celtics’ […]

Brook Lopez made history during the Clippers’ Saturday matchup against the Dallas Mavericks. Lopez set a career milestone, becoming the tenth player to achieve 18,000 points and 2,000 blocks. But even more impressively, he is also the only player in NBA history to achieve 18,000 points, 2,000 blocks, and 1,000 three-pointers. The achievement is notable […]

Lakers star Luka Doncic will be out for the team’s next matchup against the East-leading Detroit Pistons. Doncic picked up his 16th technical foul of the year, which means that he will have to serve a mandatory one-game suspension. Looked like Luka Doncic and Goga Bitadze were exchanging words while Luka was shooting FTs late […]

After a phenomenal season, Tennessee State was beaten in the first round of the March Madness tournament by Iowa State 108-74. Throughout the season, Smith has emerged as one of the most recognized coaches in the sport, taking over Tennessee State late in the 2025 offseason and quickly rebuilding them into a conference champion and […]

Ahead of Southern University’s March Madness matchup against South Carolina, Dawn Staley made a bold statement about respect for HBCU basketball. During media availability on Friday, Staley was asked about HBCU basketball and how the sport and its teams can get more respect. “I think women’s basketball has been in the position where it is […]

Shilo Sanders has never been shy about his love for Jackson State University, and he recently made an appearance back at the institution. Sanders appeared at the P.R.O.M. promise event, which stands for “Please Return on Monday.” The event was created to promote local high school students making safe and appropriate choices during prom season […]

On Friday, Tuskegee University basketball coach Benjy Taylor announced a $1 million lawsuit against Morehouse College. The announcement of the lawsuit comes after Taylor was handcuffed following Tuskegee’s loss to Morehouse College on January 31. Per a January report by HBCU Gameday, Taylor was attempting to get assistance in removing Morehouse College football players from […]

The Southern University Lady Jaguars became the third HBCU to emerge victorious in the NCAA’s First Four tournament after a decisive victory over Samford. Both teams were battling for the 16-seed in the Field of 64, where the winner would face Dawn Staley and the powerhouse South Carolina Lady Gamecocks. Heading into the game, Southern […]

The Field of 64 in March Madness kicked off early this afternoon. But for HBCU fans, the festivities kicked off on Tuesday. The HBCU world discovered on CBS’s Sunday Selection Show that MEAC champion Howard University and SWAC champion Prairie View A&M University were both slated for First Four games. The First Four is a […]

As season one of The Coach Vick Experience draws to a close, I believe this episode will go down as arguably the best of the season. I may be biased because HBCU Pulse Radio was prominently featured in the montage leading into the episode. But I think this specific episode showcased the reality of athletic […]

Prairie View A&M scored a huge First Four victory against Lehigh University on Wednesday. Their 67-55 victory marked the program’s first NCAA March Madness tournament victory. In post-game comments, Panthers head coach Byron Smith reflected on the journey to this moment, including Prairie View A&M’s 2018 First Four defeat to Fairleigh Dickinson. “The first time […]

Allen University is parting ways with Olivia Gaines, a former Dawn Staley and South Carolina standout-turned-coach. The program announced her departure as women’s basketball coach on Thursday, per a report by Liv Antilla for HBCU Gameday. Gaines spent two seasons at the helm of the Allen University Lady Yellowjackets. She joined the team in the 2024-2025 […]

Prairie View A&M cruised to a decisive victory over Lehigh, 67-55, in the First Four tournament on Wednesday night. They now join Howard University—which won its First Four matchup against UMBC on Tuesday night—and Tennessee State as the only HBCUs represented in the official field of 64. The Panthers secure their first-ever win in the […]

As news of a future NBA expansion nears, Bill Simmons has cast doubt. For years, there have been rumors that the NBA would expand to 32 teams, with Las Vegas and Seattle often discussed as potential sites. Now, with an expansion vote forthcoming, it appears that the rumors can officially become reality. But any expansion […]

The situation between Brandon Aiyuk and the San Francisco 49ers has been one of the most interesting storylines of the season. After sustaining a devastating season-ending injury, Aiyuk didn’t suit up for the 49ers during the 2025 season. While he has been a key weapon on San Francisco’s offense in the past, this standoff with […]

This past NFL season featured a busy trade deadline, and ESPN’s Adam Schefter has a possible explanation for the spike in activity. During the 2025 season, 15 trades were made from the start of the league year through the draft, and 18 trades had already been completed just one week into the new league year […]

Southern University has started Spring practice, and Marshall Faulk is putting things into perspective in his first season with the team. Faulk is in his evaluation phase, as he looks to determine the starters for the team as they approach the Fall. “We’re going to know who one, two, three is when we get into […]

Howard University scored a huge March Madness victory over UMBC in their First Four matchup, surviving a potential game-tying heave from DJ Armstrong Jr. to win 86-83. Now, they set their eyes on the top seed in the Midwest region: Michigan. The Wolverines have everything to pull off a run to the Final Four and […]

Tuskegee University head coach Benjy Taylor is announcing a lawsuit against Morehouse College, per a statement obtained by ClutchPoints via Wukela Communications. The lawsuit comes after Taylor was handcuffed by police officers following Tuskegee’s away game against the Maroon Tigers. Taylor will announce the lawsuit in a press conference in College Park, Georgia on Friday […]

Howard University made history with its win over UMBC on Tuesday night in the First Four tournament. With their 86-83 victory, they’ve won their first March Madness tournament game in school history. Howard University controlled the game for the majority, with a stout defense and a heavy offensive attack. The Bison even led by 14, […]

NFL commissioner Rodger Goodell has issued a statement about the election of JC Tretter as the new Executive Director of the NFL Players Association. Tretter, a former offensive lineman for the Cleveland Browns, previously served as chief strategy officer. Goodell’s statement, obtained by Mike Garafolo, is below. “I want to congratulate JC Tretter on his […]

San Antonio Spurs center Luke Kornet has been a constant for the team all season, stepping up in Victor Wembanyama’s absence. He also found himself starting for the All-Star big man on several occasions this season, which he jokingly spoke about on the White Noise podcast. “Vic was out for a little bit and then […]

The Packers are set to honor a franchise legend in a huge way. Per a statement by the team, Green Bay is set to honor former Packers President and CEO Bob Harlan by installing his name in a place of honor on Lambeau Field’s northeast façade. Harlan passed away on March 5th at the age […]

Michael James, one of the best HBCU basketball players in the country, is leaving Mississippi Valley State and hitting the transfer portal. His move comes after a phenomenal season that saw him amongst the best scorers in college basketball, particularly at the FCS level. As a junior, James emerged as one of the most productive […]

Javon Hargrave is on the move following his release from the Vikings, joining the Green Bay Packers. The move solidifies the Packers’ defensive front as Micah Parsons recovers from a torn ACL.  But the move to another Super Bowl contender further fortifies his career and impact as a former HBCU star. Hargrave began his college […]

As March Madness starts this week, fans are eagerly filling out their brackets, ESPN Bracketologist Joe Lunardi is calling his shot at who he believes will make the Final Four. And, interestingly, his picks have a huge Big 12 lean. he breaks it down in the latest edition of My Bracket. “Duke, first one seed […]

The legal battle for Trinidad Chambliss’ sixth year of eligibility has taken a new turn. As he looks to have a final season at Ole Miss in the Fall, his lawyers have filed a response to the NCAA’s interlocutory appeal request, per a report by ESPN’s Pete Thamel. “Trinidad Chambliss’ lawyers have filed a response […]

The March Madness tournament is known for upset bids, and Barstool Sports’ John Fanta believes that three blue bloods are ripe to be sent home early. In the latest episode of Wake Up Barstool, Fanta laid out his theory that UNC, Louisville, and Kentucky could be in for upsets this March Madness tournament. “Bryan Hodgson […]

After seeing seven HBCU teams across men’s and women’s basketball make the NCAA Division II playoffs, five HBCUs are heading to March Madness at the Division I level. HBCU basketball had an interesting season; Nolan Smith led Tennessee State to an OVC championship and its first March Madness appearance since the mid-1990s. Meanwhile, Southern University […]

Winston-Salem State University women’s basketball team has had a historic season as they compete for an NCAA Division II Basketball Championship. After a huge turnaround from their 7-20 season a year prior, the Lady Rams find themselves in the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Division II tournament. They earned decisive victories over Glenville State University, […]

After winning the Super Bowl, the Seattle Seahawks have boosted their HBCU representation. Last week, they signed former Fort Valley State running back Emanuel Wilson, and now they’re adding championship-winning coordinator Johnathan Williams to their coaching staff. Williams, who comes from Chennis Berry’s South Carolina State staff and served as offensive coordinator, will join the […]