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Savannah State alumnus and Hall of Famer Shannon Sharpe and his company Shay Shay Media have partnered with The Volume, a digital networking and podcast organization to create an internship opportunity for Savannah State students. The description of the internship reads: “Savannah State alum Shannon Sharpe and his company Shay Shay Media joined The Volume […]

The (25-5) Clark Atlanta Panthers defeated the (23-6) Miles College Golden Bears 55-65 in Enmarket Arena to become the 2024 SIAC Men’s basketball champions. Shemani Fuller won the SIAC Player of the game leading the Panthers with 20 points, eight rebounds, and two blocks. Jalen Nesmith scored a season-high 15 points and SIAC Player of […]

Fort Valley State gave it their all to spoil Savannah State’s senior night in a basketball doubleheader. The Wildcats clinched a close win in the men’s game but stumbled in the clash between the Lady Tigers and Lady Wildcats. Lady Tigers vs. Lady Wildcats Amari Heard scored an impressive 16 points, Nyla Allen had 15 […]

Savannah State prevailed in a late-season doubleheader against in-state SIAC Rival Albany State. Check out a recap of both games.  Lady Tigers vs. Lady Rams Nyla Allen had a phenomenal night scoring 16 points, Mya Byrd and Amari Heard scored 12 points and the Savannah State Lady Tigers rallied late for a 65-55 victory over […]

Wilberforce University, a Historically Black University in Wilberforce, Ohio, joins the few HBCUs offering Women’s College Gymnastics. The institution, which announced the formation of the team last week, is poised to launch a gymnastics team in collaboration with Brown Girls Do Gymnastics.   Wilberforce University, alongside Fisk University and Talladega, emerges as one of the […]

Mya Byrd displayed her extraordinary shooting abilities connecting on 4 three-pointers, and scoring 14 points and the Savannah State Lady Tigers edged out the Edward Waters Lady Tigers 59-66. Savannah State had 3 players score in double figures, Senior guard Nyla Allen scored 13 points, and Junior guard Jashiyah Jones added 10. Freshman forward Amani […]

Shemani Fuller once again shines vs the Morehouse College Tigers scoring 16 points and grabbing 10 rebounds leading the Clark Atlanta Panthers to victory 68-65 over Morehouse College. The Clark Atlanta Panthers defeated their rival Morehouse College Tigers to clinch a season sweep for the second time this year and the first time since 2013. […]

Amari Heard records a season-high of 25 points, while Nyla Allen adds 16 points in a game where the Savannah State Lady Tigers seek revenge, triumphing over the 22nd-ranked Miles College Lady Bears 56-51 on National Girls & Women in Sports Day. In their recent meeting on December 4th in Fairfield, AL, Miles College secured […]

Former HBCU head coach and University of Tennessee running back coach, Jerry Mack, is reportedly on the verge of joining the Jacksonville Jaguars staff per a report by Football Scoop. While the terms of the deal have not been disclosed, Mack is set to become an assistant to Offensive Coordinator Press Taylor under Head Coach […]

Avery Jordan recorded 14 points and 10 rebounds, while Kyana Johnson contributed 12 points and 15 rebounds. Edward Waters University achieved one of the greatest comebacks in school history, defeating the Savannah State Tigers with a score of 70-69. The phrase “They had us in the first half” truly materialized when the Edward Waters women’s […]

Shemnai Fuller stood out with an impressive 15 points, leading the Clark Atlanta Panthers to victory over the Morehouse College Maroon Tigers with a final score of 62-70. The atmosphere at L.S. Epps Gymnasium was electric on Saturday night, with a sold-out crowd. The passionate Clark Atlanta fans made their presence known, creating a challenging […]

Clark Atlanta and Savannah State split a basketball doubleheader as the Lady Tigers were victorious over the Lady Panthers while the Panthers remained red hot to start the year and beat the Tigers. Lady Tigers vs. Lady Panthers Nyla Allen makes a game-winner just time as time expires to give the Savannah State Lady Tigers […]

Goliath Mitchell scores 21 points and the Edward Waters University Tigers take down the Morehouse College Maroon Tigers 79-78 on Monday night after a nail-biter of a finish to get back on the winning track following a one-game skid. Kristian Ford had 19 points and 8 rebounds for Edward Waters and Jeremiah Kwarteng added 15 […]

 As the final whistle blew, Coach Douglas Whittler of Morehouse College couldn’t contain his excitement. “The good lord was with us tonight” Morehouse College celebrated a hard-fought triumph against the formidable Savannah State University Tigers, who boasted an impressive 7-7 record. This victory held a special significance as it brought an end to Savannah State’s […]

The Savannah State University Tigers (7-6) aim to make a strong comeback on their home turf as they face off against the Morehouse College Maroon Tigers (10-5) this Saturday at Tiger Arena in Savannah, Georgia. Almost a year ago, these two teams clashed in Savannah, GA. The Savannah State Tigers, with their perfect 12-0 home […]

The Savannah State men’s and women’s basketball teams left Fort Valley State with victories over the Wildcats. Let’s recap both matchups as we hit the middle of the season. Lady Tigers vs. Lady Wildcats Amari Heard showcased her exceptional skills on the court, achieving an outstanding performance by scoring a season-high of 23 points. Ta’Quasia […]

Savannah State Men’s & Women’s basketball team had no problem defeating Morris College. Both teams won in dominant fashion, kicking off the New Year with momentum. Lady Tigers vs. Morris College The Savannah State women’s basketball team kicked off their 2024 campaign with a resounding victory against the Morris College Hornets, triumphing with a commanding score […]

On Saturday, the Fort Valley State Wildcats (3-10) will be hosting the Savannah State Tigers team (6-5) at the HPE Complex in Fort Valley, Georgia. Savannah State is coming off a resounding victory against Morris College in their previous outing, which was a much-needed win after a two-game losing streak. With a (6-5) record this […]

Qua King shines with a remarkable 25-point performance as the Savannah State Tigers dominate the Kentucky State University Thorobreds, securing a 75-65 victory. This win not only boosts their record to 3-3 but also marks a triumphant rebound from their recent setback. Ajay Plain and Michael Swift played a major factor as both players were […]

Savannah State suffered a defeat as Miles College surged ahead with 15 crucial points, securing a 59-46 victory. Mykayle Carter showcased brilliance with 20 points, while Corey Trotter contributed 10 points and an impressive 13 rebounds, further extending the Miles College Bears’ winning streak. Savannah State entered this matchup with a two-game winning streak, having […]

Students at Savannah State University are furious over the lack of hot water in the University Village. Students have recently voiced their concerns over the lack of hot water in the university’s dormitories. In response, Housing Director Michael Sharpe sent out a mass email to faculty and students, providing assurance that the issue will be […]

Savannah State makes a comeback after a solid defensive performance in the second half, defeating South Carolina Beaufort 80-69. The matchup took place at the Savannah Enmarket Arena as part of the Savannah Hoops invitational, with 1,075 fans in attendance. In the first half, the Tigers were caught off balance by the Sand Sharks. The […]

Savannah State University’s women’s basketball team set a new single-season record after defeating Trinity Baptist College 114-64 in Tiger Arena, breaking the old school record of 40 points in the third quarter, originally set back in 2018. The Lady Tigers scored 44 points, establishing a new school record. Junior guard Mya Byrd was hitting from […]

Pro-Football Hall of Famer Shannon Sharpe made a grand return to his alma mater, Savannah State, alongside ESPN’s morning show First Take. The enthusiasm was palpable as thousands of students packed Tiger Arena, chanting and screaming “Shannon, Shannon, Shannon!” .@ShannonSharpe was greeted with a WARM welcome from his alma mater, @savannahstate 👏 A full circle […]

On November 6th, the ESPN show “First Take” will broadcast live from Savannah State University. Notable alumnus Shannon Sharpe will be returning to his alma mater, Savannah State University. Sharpe, a former student-athlete, achieved great success as a wide receiver/tight end from 1986 to 1989, earning several accolades including being named to the All-SIAC First […]

For the second consecutive season, the Benedict College Tigers will finish the regular season (10-0) after defeating the Allen University Yellow Jackets 37-9.  Head Coach Chennis Berry expressed his emotions about his team and their undefeated season in a quote obtained by Benedict College Athletics “This is year 29 for me coaching college football, and […]

In the final game of the regular season, the winless Clark Atlanta Panthers (0-9) will host the Morehouse College Maroon Tigers (0-9) at Panther Stadium. The Panthers, led by Junior running back Daquon Kincey and his impressive stats of 123 carries, 637 yards, and 10 touchdowns, have a strong emphasis on the running game, ranking […]

“Win the game,” Coach Aaron Kelton of Savannah GA exclaimed. This is the mindset that the Savannah State football team embraces as they prepare to travel to Jackson, Tennessee to face the Lane College Dragons, who currently hold a 1-7 record. Despite being out of the championship and Division II playoff picture, the Savannah State […]

Edward Waters completed their amazing season with a win over Virginia University of Lynchburg. The win secured a winning season for the Tigers, securing their best record since 2004. Head coach Toriano Morgan spoke highly about his team after a phenomenal season. “We’re a program that is continuing to grow.” In his final college football […]

On Saturday, the undefeated Benedict College Tigers (9-0) are poised to finish their remarkable season as they host the formidable Allen University Yellow Jackets (7-2). This game holds significance for both teams – the Benedict College Tigers have been a force to be reckoned with throughout the season, while the Allen University Yellow Jackets are […]

In a stunning upset, the Albany State Golden Rams (5-4) crushed the Miles College Bears (6-3) with a score of 48-7. This game held significant importance for Miles College, as they were one of the four teams vying for second place in the SIAC standings. Despite their two-game losing streak, the Golden Rams unleashed a […]

After suffering a 28-21 loss to Miles College in the previous week’s matchup, the Allen University Yellow Jackets (7-2) bounced back and delivered an impressive performance against the Edward Waters Tigers (5-4) on Saturday afternoon, securing a dominant 59-21 victory in the AME Classic. This triumph marks only the second time since 1963 that the […]

The Benedict College Tigers continue their winning streak, triumphing over the resilient Savannah State Tigers with a score of 38-17. With a flawless 9-0 record, Benedict stands as the only undefeated team in the SIAC conference, making a resounding statement that they are a force to be reckoned with in the playoffs. This game held […]

This Saturday, the Savannah State Tigers (2-6) will host the undefeated Benedict College (8-0). However, their recent performances tell different stories. Savannah State has struggled, losing five of their last six games, including a 14-21 defeat against Tuskegee University. Benedict College, however, is soaring high, coming off a convincing 63-14 win against Kentucky State University […]

The Savannah State Tigers suffered a 21-14 defeat against Tuskegee University during their homecoming game. Despite initially taking a 14-7 lead, things took a turn for the worse. Starting quarterback Jadon Adams, who completed 11 out of 19 passes for 182 yards, was replaced by redshirt freshman Christian Burks. Adams made four costly turnovers, including […]

The Miles College Golden Bears extended their winning streak by defeating the tough and scrappy Allen Yellow Jackets 28-21, culminating a week of homecoming festivities. With this victory, Miles improved to 6-2 on the season and 5-1 in the conference, solidifying their position in the SIAC championship race. Miles College, one of the top teams […]

Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) have produced exceptional athletes who have left an indelible mark on the National Football League (NFL). One such athlete is the legendary Shannon Sharpe, a Hall of Fame tight end. In the NFL, tight ends are often overlooked, seen merely as extra blockers in an offensive playbook. However, Sharpe […]

Edward Waters (3-3) extended their winning streak to three in a row after a 37-30 victory over the Lane College Dragons (1-5) during homecoming on Saturday. This win also snapped a five-game losing streak that Edward Waters had against the Dragons. Edward Waters entered this matchup boasting one of the best offenses in the SIAC […]

The Fort Valley State Wildcats secured a convincing 38-24 victory over the Savannah State Tigers on Saturday. Fort Valley State (5-1), one of the top teams in the SIAC this season, looked to avenge their heartbreaking 28-24 game against the Tigers last year in the Central City Classic held in Macon, Georgia. However, their hopes […]