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Following an underwhelming season in 2024, North Carolina A&T was dealt a crushing blow during CAA Football Media Day. The Aggies are expected to finish last in the conference this season, behind Bryant, the University of Albany, and fellow HBCU Hampton. The ranking comes as no surprise, with the team struggling mightily under former head […]

Atlanta Dream star Allisha Gray has enjoyed an incredible season, earning her a spot in last week’s All-Star Game, a special moment she shared with her sister. Gray’s sister Ashley was among several other members of Allisha’s family to travel to Indianapolis to see her partake in the All-Star festivities. Via her father and sister, […]

Only a couple of months into his new position, Charlie Ward finds Florida A&M in play for a four-star recruit who is ranked as the number one player in Tennessee. Providence Christian Academy forward Christopher Washington Jr. included the Rattlers in his top seven schools that he’s considering committing to, per a graphic posted to […]

Today, Keke Palmer and Shady McCoy found themselves at the center of a larger, ongoing debate about journalism. Both had recent media moments that left many viewers unsatisfied. Keke Palmer’s interview with Olandria Carthen and Chelley Bissainthe about their Love Island experience, taped immediately after their time in the villa, drew criticism. Meanwhile, Shady McCoy, […]

While DeSean Jackson’s appointment as coach of Delaware State has provided a lot of positive momentum for the team, the MEAC’s predicted order of finish certainly put things into perspective. Despite the monumental hire, the Hornets are expected to finish sixth in the conference. Howard University, who made the MEAC Championship in 2023, and Michael […]

The Dallas Cowboys are joining their peers in making last-minute roster changes ahead of 2025 training camp. After placing cornerback Trevon Diggs and linebacker DeMarvion Overshown on the PUP list, the team signed former Detroit Lions edge-rusher James Houston. The Cowboys signed Houston on Tuesday, according to NFL insider Ian Rapoport. They placed Diggs and […]

Following the cancellation of FS1’s The Facility, LeSean “Shady” McCoy made one of his first media appearances as a host for ESPN+ MEAC Media Day broadcast. Although he interviewed his former teammates Michael Vick and DeSean Jackson, perhaps the most headline-grabbing moment occurred during his interview with current Howard University head coach Larry Scott. Shady you […]

Reggie Barlow and Tennessee State are looking to make a statement in upcoming games against the SEC. According to Mike Organ of The Tennesseean, the Tigers are scheduled to face Georgia in 2026. In 2027, they are tentatively set to play Tennessee at Neyland Stadium, though Allen is advocating for the game to be moved […]

During its 2025 International Conclave in Tampa, Florida, Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. inducted Grammy-winning gospel legend Fred Hammond as an honorary member. Hammond now joins a select group of 2025 honorary inductees, which includes Dr. Howard Fuller, a civil rights leader; Edward “Special Ed” Archer, a hip-hop icon; actor and singer Leon Robinson; Dr. […]

Actor Jason Weaver recently hit a huge milestone in his career that also serves as a full-circle moment for a beloved character. Last week, Weaver was officially inducted as an honorary member of Kappa Kappa Psi National Honorary Band Fraternity. He shared the announcement on his social media accounts as he went to the national […]

Summer is almost over, which means HBCU football season is just around the corner. And with HBCU football season comes homecoming. This year’s festivities are especially exciting, featuring Michael Vick and DeSean Jackson’s first seasons as HBCU coaches, along with several highly anticipated matchups. Highlights include Howard University visiting Tennessee State, and Jackson’s Delaware State […]

The Tennessee State Tigers start a new era after hiring Memphis Tigers assistant Nolan Smith to become their next men’s basketball head coach. Tennessee State officially announced the news of the deal on Friday. Smith joins the program after spending the 2024-25 season with Memphis, helping them win the AAC Championship and reach the NCAA […]

Following the hazing death of Caleb Wilson, Southern University has expelled the Beta Sigma Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated from the campus, per a report by WAFB. The university considers expulsion as the loss of all privileges and rights associated with recognition at Southern University. This requires the chapter to remove all identifiable […]

Forbes has named Florida A&M University as the best HBCU with online programs. The following HBCUs also made the list for top online programs: Delaware State University, North Carolina Central University, North Carolina A&T State University, Bowie State University, Jackson State University, Morgan State University, University of Maryland Eastern Shore, Fayetteville State University, and Tennessee […]

Jackson State University alum and ‘Severance’ star Tramell Tillman has been nominated for an Emmy Award. Tillman is nominated for an Emmy in the Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series category. If he wins, he will be the first Black actor to win in this category. Tillman portrays the stern and occasionally humorous Mr. […]

Prairie View A&M University has partnered with Dr. Matthew Knowles for the Presidential Executive-in-Residence Program. The objective of the initiative is to introduce students and educators to prominent world leaders with careers that have transformed industries and promoted interdisciplinary innovation. Knowles is the father of the iconic singers Beyoncé and Solange Knowles. For the 2025 and […]

According to the Houston Police Department, Tyler Martinez, a former football player for Texas Southern University, was shot and killed last week in a parking garage not far from the university’s campus. The university released a statement regarding Martinez’ death on their official Instagram. “With profound sadness, we honor the life of Tyler Martinez, a […]

In 2026, the Women’s Professional Baseball League will begin its first season. Among those looking to participate will be former Little League sensation Mo’ne Davis.  On Friday, Davis officially confirmed that she intends to try out for the new league, per Alex Coffey of The Philadelphia Inquirer. She last played baseball with the Anderson Monarchs […]

During SWAC Media Day on Wednesday, Grambling State head coach Mickey Joseph made a bold proclamation about the view of his squad juxtaposed to their conference foes. Grambling State is a brand synonymous with football greatness, the longtime home of legendary head coach Eddie Robinson, who produced several NFL stars and found sustained success in […]

North Carolina Central head coach Trei Oliver never shies away from sharing his opinion, and he weighed in on the explosive hires of Michael Vick and DeSean Jackson, as well as other former professional players, during the MEAC/SWAC Challenge Press Conference. Oliver definitely sees the benefits of the hires for the visibility of the conference […]

After leaving the villa, Love Island star Olandria Carthen is speaking on her relationship with Taylor Williams. The duo started off as a couple early in the season, with viewers speculating if Williams had an interest in Carthen the same way that she did for him. Eventually, Williams chose to pursue a connection with Clarke Carraway following […]

Following SWAC Media day, it’s clear that both Jackson State and Southern are expected to be considerable threats in the conference for a second consecutive year. The two bitter rivals found themselves atop the SWAC’s predicted-order-of-finish for the East and West divisions o the conference. As Jackson State looks to defend its hard-fought SWAC Championship […]

With only weeks before the start of the season, Edward Waters is seeing a staff shake-up. Head coach Toriano Morgan stepped down from the football program, per a report by Football Scoop on Tuesday evening. Football Scoop indicates that Morgan is stepping down from his position due to personal reasons, but is in play for […]

The battle for Saint Augustine’s University to maintain its accreditation is still ongoing. The university is going back and forth with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) following a recent panel discussion. Saint Augustine’s accreditation status has been in jeopardy for several years following years of financial woes. The appeals […]

Dr. Alecia Shields-Gadson has been appointed as the next Director of Athletics at Mississippi Valley State University. Bringing to the Delta Devils family a track record of strategic innovation, competitive achievement, and student-athlete advocacy, Shields-Gadson has over 25 years of experience leading collegiate athletics. Shields-Gadson most recently held the position of Deputy Athletic Director at […]

Winston-Salem State head coach Robert Massey shared some heartbreaking news concerning star running back Trevon Hester at Wednesday’s CIAA Media Day. Per comments obtained by HBCU Sports, Massey divulged that Hester will miss the entire 2025 season following a cancer diagnosis. Massey didn’t go into detail about the diagnosis but said that Hester will be […]

As media day season for HBCU Football approached, I was surprised by the SWAC’s initial list of games slated for broadcast on ESPN platforms. While the MEAC/SWAC Challenge and the Celebration Bowl were predictably on the ESPN schedule, I noticed a significant number of other games whose broadcast homes remained undetermined. This was particularly striking […]

During media day, the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) unveiled a new direct-to-consumer OTT platform called SWAC TV. The platform, launching on August 1st before the football season, will become the exclusive streaming service broadcasting all 18 conference-sponsored sports. The app will be free to access and available for download on Roku, Amazon Fire, Apple TV, […]

Building on the progress of the 2024 MLB Draft, three HBCU players earned selections in the 2025 MLB Draft. Florida A&M catcher Broedy Poppell was selected by the San Francisco Giants in the 13th round, as Alabama State saw two players drafted in the 20th round: infielder Juan Cruz with the 591st pick by the […]

Former Memphis assistant Nolan Smith, a standout assistant on Penny Hardaway’s staff, has been linked to the open Tennessee State job following the departure of Brian “Penny” Collins to join the Memphis Grizzlies coaching staff. While the hire isn’t official, acquiring Smith would be a significant move for the Tennessee State athletic program as it […]

The ladies of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., have added some heavy hitters to their 2025 honorary member class. The induction took place during the sorority’s 2025 Leadership Seminar in California. The newest inductees are Olympian Gabby Thomas, former White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre, CNN anchor and analyst Laura Coates, and model Beverly Johnson. “Welcoming […]

In collaboration with Wells Fargo, the Atlanta Falcons have announced the 2025 class of the HBCU Fellows Program, an eight-week paid program that links HBCU students in Atlanta with opportunities for professional development in sports and entertainment, brand engagement, and financial empowerment. “Wells Fargo is honored to continue serving as the presenting sponsor for the […]

Tennessee State and Memphis assistant coach Nolan Smith are finalizing on a deal to make Smith the Tigers’ next men’s basketball head coach, according to college basketball insider Jon Rothstein. Rothstein added that the deal is not official, but “the two sides are working towards an agreement.” Assuming there are no last-minute hangups, Smith will […]

Ahead of media day, the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SIAC) has released the 2025 All-SIAC preseason selections. The list featured Albany State’s Isaiah Knowles as the SIAC Pre-Season Offensive Player of the Year and Benedict College’s Ty’Metrius Patterson as SIAC Pre-Season Defensive Player of the Year. The full All-SIAC list is below: FIRST TEAM POSITION […]

Ahead of media day, the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) released the 2025 All-SWAC preseason selections. The list featured Jackson State’s Jacobian Morgan as the SWAC Pre-Season Offensive Player of the Year with Southern University’s Ckelby Given as SWAC Preseason Defensive Player of the Year. Morgan had an outstanding season as the starting quarterback for the […]

Florida A&M alumna Thai Floyd is making history at Alabama A&M, becoming the first woman to serve as a football play-by-play announcer for the institution. The Bulldogs announced Floyd’s new position on Saturday, a testament to her journey to get to this position. “It’s truly an honor to step into this historic role,” Floyd said […]

DeSean Jackson’s tenure at Delaware State is already bringing in money, as Delaware State has landed $20 million for the construction of their new field house per a report by Delaware Online. Hornets Athletic Director Tony Tucker expressed excitement speaking about the project in a statement obtained by Delaware Online, saying, “It’s going to inject […]

This season of Love Island was truly a rollercoaster ride from start to finish. But through all the twists and turns, one thing remained consistently clear: the unwavering poise and grace of Olandria. Entering the villa alongside Chelley as one of the first two Islanders we met, Olandria quickly became a voice of reason and […]

If the ladies at Litchfield Penitentiary could see her now. Orange Is the New Black star Danielle Brooks was inducted as an honorary member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., during the sorority’s 57th National Convention. Brooks joins hip-hop legend Queen Latifah, political strategist Donna Brazile, Olympian Jackie Joyner-Kersee, business executive Janice Bryant Howroyd, tech […]