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Albany State University volleyball star Mariam Creighton was killed in a shooting at the Elleven45 Lounge nightclub in Atlanta, Georgia. The 21-year-old Creighton and 20-year-old Nakyris M. Ridley died from the shooting while four other victims sustained injuries, according to the Fulton County Police. The Stockbridge, Georgia native transferred to Albany State after originally playing […]

Legendary NFL player Ray Lewis received a posthumous degree from Virginia Union University on behalf of his son, Ray Lewis III, who passed away last year. Lewis III died on June 14, 2023, likely from a drug overdose. The football Hall-of-Fame linebacker put up a post of remembrance of his son on his Instagram page. […]

Former Jackson State and Colorado running back Sy’veon Wilkerson completes his third, and likely final, transfer in his collegiate career to Georgia State. Wilkerson started his journey at Delaware State and played with the Hornets for two seasons. He then transferred to Jackson State and enjoyed the best and most productive season of his career […]

Wilberforce University is following the trend established by Talladega and Fisk by becoming the third HBCU to being a gymnastics program. Although the university initially revealed its collaboration with Brown Girls Do Gymnastics months ago, it recently released another press release with more information. “Brown Girls Do Gymnastics and Wilberforce University join hands to launch […]

Hampton University stunned many with its decision to let go of head football coach Robert Prunty months after the traditional hiring cycle, and Athletic Director Anthony Henderson agrees. Henderson acknowledged the awkward timing to Michael Sauls of the Daily Press, though both the university and Prunty’s camp refused to divulge details about the split. “We’ve […]

Gregory Gerami, the benefactor of the $237 million donation to Florida A&M University, spoke out about suspicions regarding his generous contribution. Gerami spoke to Tarah Jean of the Tallahassee Democrat about the $237 million sum that broke Florida A&M’s record for the largest singular donation. He claims the university already has the money. “The stocks […]

The North Carolina Central Eagles and Norfolk State Spartans will continue their MEAC rivalry in a different arena this upcoming season. Norfolk State’s football schedule updated; it now shows they will kick off against North Carolina Central in the 40th Circle City Classic on Saturday, Sept. 28. The Circle City Classic has an extensive history, […]

Of all the actresses, models, and celebrities at the highly-publicized Met Gala, one stood above the rest: Anok Yai, who came onto the scene following an appearance at Howard University’s homecoming Yai captured audiences with her sparkling teal-green dress that went viral on social media. The original post of her dancing garnered 3.8 million views […]

Ne’Kiya Jackson, a prospective student at Xavier University of Louisiana, made national headlines as one of two students who helped solve a mathematical theory that was previously believed to be impossible. Jackson, along with her classmate Calcea Johnson, used trigonometry to prove the validity of the Pythagorean Theorem. Jackson and Johnson are recent graduates of […]

After initially committing to VCU, former Norfolk Star star guard Jamarii Thomas is now headed to Columbia as a South Carolina Gamecock. Wes Mitchell of On3 Sports broke the news of Thomas’ surprising switch to the SEC. 🚨BREAKING: South Carolina has their portal guard! Norfolk State transfer Jamarii Thomas, the MEAC Player of the Year, […]

The Charlotte 49er’s new women’s head basketball coach Tomekia Reed is bringing some reinforcements from her former school, Jackson State. Reed landed Daphane White, a 6-foot-5 center who averaged 8.6 points and 4.4 rebounds for the Lady Tigers. She posted the news on her Instagram page. White becomes the second player Reed has recruited to […]

Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh gave glowing remarks about Morgan State safety Jordan Toles. Double Take Sports’ Carita Parks inquired about the progress of Toles, the only HBCU player present at the Ravens’ rookie camp. Harbaugh seemed impressed with the young safety’s performance thus far. “Well first of all, his tape is really good, […]

HBCUs across the country are bringing out the heavy hitters for their 2024 commencement addresses. Politicians, actresses, doctors, and celebrities of all kinds are coming to different HBCU campuses to instill their wisdom in the graduating class of 2024. Listed below are the notable confirmed speakers this graduation season. Joe Biden, Morehouse College For its […]

University of Charlotte women’s basketball coach Tomekia Reed recently received glowing words of support from South Carolina’s Dawn Staley and UConn’s Geno Auriemma, two giants in the women’s college basketball landscape. Reed left for Charlotte after leading Jackson State’s program for the last six seasons. “Charlotte got a great hire in Tomekia Reed,” said reigning […]

Xavier University of Louisiana and Ochsner Health System are partnering to create the nation’s fifth HBCU medical school. The newly-minted Xavier Ochsner College of Medicine will reportedly “mitigate disparities that kill Black people with some diseases two times more often than others,” according to physicians in an article by Lottie L. Joiner of The Grio. […]

Norfolk State University’s star guard Jamarii Thomas leaves the Spartans after one season, completing his transfer to fellow Virginia institution, VCU. Thomas revealed the news through a social media post depicting him in his new black-and-gold VCU jersey. He also seems to have switched numbers from “6” at Norfolk State to “2” with the Rams. […]

Tennessee State’s star edge rusher Terrell Allen indicated a departure from Tennessee State as he entered the transfer portal. Pete Nakos of On3 Sports first broke the ground-breaking news of Allen’s transfer. Tennessee State defensive lineman Terrell Allen has entered the transfer portal as a grad transfer, @On3sports has learned. The 2023 Big South-OVC Defensive […]

In a shocking move, the Hampton University administration decided to move on from head football coach Robert Prunty. The university released a brief statement announcing his firing on April 30. Change in Leadership for Hampton Pirates Football#WeAreHamptonUhttps://t.co/FMU9CcI8ga — Hampton Football (@Hampton_FB) April 30, 2024 “Today, Director of Athletics Anthony D. Henderson Sr. announced that Robert […]

Wanda Durant, the mother of NBA superstar Kevin Durant, will deliver the commencement address at Bowie State University this May. Bowie State’s announcement of Durant as the commencement speaker follows in the footsteps of other HBCUs’ quest to bring in high-profile orators. “Mama Durant” joins the likes of Angela Bassett and Joe Biden, who will […]

Cleveland Cavaliers superstar guard Donovan Mitchell expressed his support for the Fort Valley State men’s volleyball team after they became the first HBCU to compete in the NCAA Division I Championship. The Cavaliers’ social media team posted a 15-second clip of Mitchell’s response on their X page. Good Luck, @FVSU Wildcats! #LetEmKnow pic.twitter.com/xRnJTOanIw — Cleveland […]

Howard University’s men’s golf team etched itself in school history after winning its first Northeastern Conference Golf Championship over the weekend. The Bison hardly left anything to chance with an impressive team performance, finishing five under par as a group. Long Island and Sacred Heart tied for second place with seven over par. North Carolina […]

For the second time since 2020, no HBCU players heard their names called in the NFL Draft. 257 athletes, ranging from juggernaut college programs like Alabama and Ohio State to overseas products such as English rugby player Travis Clayton, all received recognition at the draft. None of them went to an HBCU. Clayton, a seventh-round […]

For the second time since 1950, no NFL team selected an HBCU player in the draft, a fact that irked former Grambling State and NFL great Doug Williams. Williams and fellow Grambling State quarterback James “Shack” Harris, who played in both the AFL and NFL, spoke to HBCU Legends’ Kyle T. Mosley about the lack […]

Erica Leak, a former WNBA draftee, is replacing Dawn Thornton as the next head coach of the women’s basketball program at the University of Arkansas-Pine Bluff. The Golden Lions sought a candidate with an experienced basketball background, which they received in hiring Leak, who has played and coached at multiple levels. Erica Leak named Women’s […]

After months of anticipation, the 2024 NFL Draft is on the horizon this weekend. Over 200 collegiate athletes will hear their names called at the podium in Detroit, Michigan. Although most of the buzz around the draft culminates during the first night with the Round 1 selections, many more young aspiring football pros wait anxiously […]

The national interest in HBCUs keeps skyrocketing as Howard University experiences a record number of applicants for the class of 2028. The university’s flagship student newspaper, The Hilltop, did a study on the recent explosion of applications to Howard over the past few years. In just one year, Howard saw a 12 percent increase in […]

Former University of Florida quarterback and current Indianapolis Colts golden child Anthony Richardson just crossed as a new member of the Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity. Watch the Yard posted the news on their Instagram page as Richardson posed with his new line brothers.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Watch […]

Famous Atlanta radio host Ryan Cameron spoke out on his absence from the recent Hulu documentary around the ‘Freaknik’ parties in the 80s and 90s. Freaknik: The Wildest Party Never Told, premiered last month on Hulu to mixed reviews due to several inaccuracies, including missing HBCU representation. After weeks of inquiring about his representation in […]

Next month, United States President Joe Biden is set to give the commencement address at Morehouse College in Atlanta, Georgia. Biden is continuing the long list of presidential commencement speeches at HBCUs. Andscape’s Martenzie Johnson did a report listing the 20 separate occasions where the president spoke at an HBCU. Let’s spotlight the sitting presidents […]

Mississippi Valley State and NFL giant Jerry Rice spoke about the passing of his collegiate head coach Archie Cooley. Known by his nickname “Gunslinger,” Cooley passed away on Thursday, April 18 at the age of 85. The Times-Picayune sports columnist Rod Walker first broke the news. It is with heavy hearts that we share legendary […]

Savannah State graduate and NFL icon Shannon Sharpe is raking in dough and viewers with his podcast ‘Club Shay Shay.‘ The podcast, first launched in the fall of 2020, brings together athletes, musicians, comedians, and celebrities of all kinds for a one-on-one interview with Sharpe. The show garnered heightened visibility following an internet-breaking interview with […]

In preparation for the upcoming NFL Draft, the Denver Broncos did a special video with Savannah State graduate and Hall of Fame tight end Shannon Sharpe. Sharpe recounted the story of his football journey up until the 1990 NFL Draft, which the team posted on their X account. Yes, @ShannonSharpe was working out when we […]

Just two years after establishing their men’s volleyball program, the Fort Valley State Wildcats are SIAC Men’s Volleyball Champions. They defeated Central State on Friday, April 19 to secure the university’s first title. In a surprisingly short amount of time, the Wildcats have become a powerhouse in the realm of men’s volleyball. This season, they […]

While Howard University has yet to reveal its full 2024 football schedule, the Bison continue to add to their out-of-conference lineup. Howard University has added Mercyhurst onto the docket for the 2024 season, according to fbschedules.com. Mercyhurst is moving from the Division II Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference up to the Division I Northeast Conference in […]

On June 8, 1998, Tennessee State University student Marcus Rutledge went missing. Nearly 26 years later, he still has not yet been found. Rutledge was a 23-year-old senior student at Tennessee State in Nashville, Tennessee. Hailing from Ypsilanti, Michigan, Rutledge’s family hasn’t seen him since Memorial Day in 1998. NBC News’ Kyani Reid spoke to […]

Saint Augustine’s University plans to participate in all fall sports besides football, per a press release from the university. Director of Athletics Dr. J. Lin Dawson issued a statement on Saint Augustine’s status of all their sports programs. “SAU will compete in NCAA Division II competition across 11 sports this upcoming season,” Dawson said. “We […]

Former Florida State running back Rodney Hill remains in the transfer portal after committing to several other Florida schools, including Florida A&M. Hill has been through a whirlwind of commitments and de-commitments over the past few months, and it seems he is continuing that journey. On3 reporter Pete Nakos broke the news of Hill’s re-entrance […]

The Jackson State Lady Tigers are suffering heavy blows by losing Defensive Player of the Year Angel Jackson in the WNBA Draft and now leading scorer Ti’lan Boler to the transfer portal. Boler and Jackson were a dynamic duo, each dominant on opposite ends of the floor. 🚨NEW HBCU WBB TRANSFERS Hampton (CAA): Vanessa Schwarzmann, […]

The Green Bay Packers are retaining former Johnson C. Smith and Fort Valley State running back Emanuel Wilson on their roster. The Packers held Wilson’s exclusive free agent rights, meaning he could not negotiate with any other teams. They returned him and punter Daniel Whelan under those rights, per NBC Sports’ Josh Alper. Despite the […]