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ESPN star Stephen A. Smith appeared in a recent poll conducted by John McLaughlin as a 2028 Democratic Presidential Candidate, adding fuel to the speculation that he could run for president. The national survey, which polled 1,000 general election voters, asked respondents to choose their preferred Democratic candidate if the 2028 primary was held today. […]

Former Fort Valley State University basketball coach Samuel “Sammy” Jackson, 59, who had been missing since Jan. 27, was found deceased in Atlanta, his family confirmed to WGXA News. Jackson, a resident of Fort Valley, Ga., was reported missing by his wife, Jill Jackson, after she last spoke with him on the evening of Jan. […]

Colorado safety Shilo Sanders has reportedly received mixed reviews for his performance at the East-West Shrine Bowl practices, where NFL hopefuls aim to showcase their skills in front of scouts and coaches. According to reports, Sanders has been struggling in key drills, raising concerns about his stock ahead of the 2024 NFL Draft. Shilo Sanders […]

Blueblood HBCU powers Grambling State and Jackson State are set to play the latest edition of their interconference rivalry in a special location. Per Kenn Rashad, Grambling State alumnus and founder of the media company HBCU Sports, the game will be held in Las Vegas at Allegiant Stadium. “A source has confirmed with me that […]

Bob McAdoo, an NBA Hall of Famer and five-time All-Star, recently shared a personal anecdote about his deep admiration of HBCUs and revealed just how close he was to attending one himself, per a report by NBA veteran and Sports Illustrated writer Troy Hudson McAdoo, who first made waves in collegiate basketball at Vincennes University […]

Former Jackson State star forward Angel Jackson has hit another milestone in her professional basketball career, landing a deal with Athletes Unlimited Pro Basketball. The Athletes Unlimited league features various sports, including softball, lacrosse, volleyball, and basketball. For Jackson, the opportunity allows her to continue enhancing her skillset in a highly competitive landscape. The league […]

The Florida A&M University Rattlers will battle the Howard University Bison in the 2025 Orange Blossom Classic at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens on August 30th. The news was officially announced by Florida A&M this afternoon but was first broken by Florida A&M-based news outlet Rattler Nation Blog The Rattlers and Bison’s clash represents […]

Shelomi Sanders is stepping into her own spotlight. The Alabama A&M guard and daughter of Deion “Coach Prime” Sanders just landed a major NIL deal with Rihanna’s Savage X Fenty. As the brand’s newest ambassador, Shelomi is taking her athletic career and social media influence to the next level. She announced the partnership on Instagram […]

Michael Vick has made another splash hire to his Norfolk State coaching staff as he adds former HBCU star Tory Woodbury as his special teams coordinator, per a report by John Brice of Football Scoop. Woodbury, a former NFL quarterback, brings a wealth of experience to Norfolk State. He played for the Buffalo Bills, Denver […]

Colorado star Shedeur Sanders often speaks very highly of his HBCU experience to the media and this past Saturday at the East-West Shrine Bowl was no different. In comments to media at the event, Sanders spoke about how he values his two season experience at Jackson State. “HBCUs are definitely a part of my foundation,” […]

North Carolina A&T’s Jaci Cameron made history this past Saturday night when she was crowned the first-ever Miss HBCU at the inaugural Mister and Miss HBCU competition in Concord, North Carolina. The event, hosted by the Mister and Miss HBCU organization brought together some of the most talented and driven students from HBCUs nationwide. The […]

In his new song “4×4,” rapper Travis Scott shows major love to two HBCUs. Scott debuted his new single during the College Football National Championship game last Monday and then released the music video for the song that Friday. In the video, the Prairie View A&M University Marching Storm can be seen performing. Additionally, the […]

Xavier University of Louisiana is breaking barriers as the first HBCU to launch a varsity-level co-ed rowing team. This historic addition to Xavier’s athletic program is set to debut as an official university sport this fall, a monumental achievement for both the university and the rowing community. The launch also coincides with Xavier’s 100th anniversary, […]

New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel is hiring two former HBCU coaches to man his defensive unit in his first season with the team. Terrell Williams and Milton Patterson, who both made significant contributions to HBCU football, have been hired to join the Patriots under recently hired head coach Mike Vrabel. Terrell Williams, a seasoned […]

The Jackson State Tigers will face the Southern Miss Golden Eagles in a football matchup on Sept. 6, 2025, according to a contract obtained by FBSchedules.com through a state public records request. The matchup between the two Mississippi athletic mainstays was discussed in 2023 but wasn’t officially signed until this month. The game is set […]

Dr. Lawrence M. Drake II, the former interim president of Bethune-Cookman involved in the 2023 controversy with Ed Reed, is making headlines once again in his new role at Albany State University. Drake is currently serving as the interim president of Albany State following the departure of former president Marion Ross Fedrick. Drake was at […]

With his first month at the helm of the Spartans winding down, Michael Vick and Norfolk State have landed another FBS transfer to the roster. Former Clemson and Pitt defensive end David Ojiegbe has transferred to Norfolk State as the Spartans look to fortify their defensive front in the run-heavy MEAC. View this post on […]

North Carolina A&T head coach Shawn Gibbs is building out his coaching staff for his first season at the helm of the Aggies and he added a familiar face that boasts an HBCU National Championship. In an interview on the Blue Death Valley Podcast, Gibbs revealed additional members of his coaching staff, which he announced […]

Former HBCU coaching mainstay Rich Freeman is making the leap from college football to high school football. The former Morehouse College coach is headed to Cedar Grove High School in DeKalb County, Georiga, per a report by the Atlanta-Journal Constitution. “I’m from Atlanta, born and raised, and most of my fondest memories came from the […]

In a recent interview, former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms announced that she may run for Georgia governor in 2026. This news comes after Bottoms addresses the claims that President Donald Trump fired her from her position on the President’s Export Council. “I said… oh, he thinks he fired me too,” Bottoms told Channel 2′s Jorge […]

Albany State head coach Quinn Gray is set to begin his third season leading the Rams, kicking off the season against the institution where he became a legendary HBCU quarterback. Per FBS schedules, Albany State is set to visit Florida A&M on September 3rd, which will be Gray’s first time coaching against his alma mater. During his time […]

Olympic gold medalist and Prairie View A&M University alumnus Fred Newhouse has sadly passed away at age 76. Newhouse won gold in the 400-meter relay at the 1976 Montreal Olympics. Newhouse began running track and field at Prairie View A&M. While he was there, he became a three-time All-American and National Champion. After graduating from […]

Standout Kentucky State star and the younger brother of NBA champion Kentavious Caldwell-Pope Trevon Pope has officially declared for the 2025 NFL Draft. Pope, who completed his undergraduate degree in Spring 2024, returned to Kentucky State last fall to pursue a master’s degree alongside his football commitments. He announced his intentions to enter the NFL […]

New Norfolk State head coach Michael Vick and NBA legend Allen Iverson will be inducted into the National High School Football Hall of Fame as part of the Class of 2025. The ceremony is set to take place on June 14, 2025, at the Zimmerman Symphony Center in Canton, Ohio. For Michael Vick, this marks […]

Michael Vick has spent the past month as Norfolk State’s head coach, focusing on assembling his coaching staff and preparing to build a competitive team. But, in an interview on the I Am Athlete Daily podcast, Michael Vick was asked by host and former NFL star Brandon Marshall what his future ambitions are in the coaching […]

Michael Vick has finalized his coaching staff at Norfolk State University, hiring Buffalo Tight Ends coach Ron Whitcomb as the program’s offensive coordinator. Vick announced the hire on the I Am Athlete Daily podcast. “It’s gonna be a guy named Rob Whitcomb. From the University of Buffalo, I think he’s the guy that’s hungry. “We […]

Mississippi Valley State University has named former NFL and Florida State star Terrell Buckley as its new head coach. The Delta Devils are the latest HBCU to bring in a former NFL player to lead their football program. The institution announced the hire of Buckley via a press release on Tuesday afternoon. The addition of […]

This past Monday the country celebrated the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. While many people posted images of Dr. King to honor his legacy, some people posted images in his likeness to promote things such as day parties and club events.  Rapper Sexyy Red posted an AI image of her and Dr. King […]

Jayden L. Williams is not your average 21-year-old. A senior at Clark Atlanta University, Williams has already built a résumé that many politicians twice his age would envy. Now, as he announces his candidacy for mayor of Stockbridge, Georgia, Williams is poised to make history and bring his vision of economic development, affordable housing, and […]

In an epic moment on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Morehouse College pulled off a shocking upset of the reigning MEAC Champion Howard University Bison. Morehouse’s win is fitting given that Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is a graduate of Morehouse and is one of the institution’s most widely known alumni. Morehouse’s victory marked the […]

Amid his interview with the Las Vegas Raiders, New York Giants Assistant General Manager Brandon Brown’s speech to Shedeur Sanders and the Colorado Buffaloes is gaining traction. Brown addressed the Buffaloes in October and the full comments were captured by Reach The People Media. “I know every week you see a whole bunch of scouts […]

Former Mississippi Valley State University head coach Kendrick Wade has landed a new role as an offensive assistant at the University of Memphis weeks after departing the program per a report by HBCU Sports. Wade, an alumnus of MVSU, returned to lead his alma mater, the Delta Devils, in January 2023 following stints as wide […]

This past Saturday night, Deion Sanders made a surprise visit to Alabama A&M University to watch his daughter, Shelomi Sanders, and the Lady Bulldogs defeat Alabama State University, 54-47, at the Event Center in Huntsville, Alabama. Last year, Shelomi Sanders departed Colorado and committed to Alabama A&M. Coach Prime shared the special moment on social […]

On Saturday, January 18th, Bishop William Murphy, Lead Pastor of the dReam Center Church of Atlanta, officially became a member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. It’s a huge moment for Murphy, who’s already well-known for his work as a pastor, gospel recording artist, and influential leader. He’s also the Bishop of Worship in the […]

In a shocking turn in the Chicago Bears’ search for their next head coach, Tennessee State head coach Eddie George is interviewing with the team on Sunday for the open vacancy, according to a report by Fox Sports’s Jay Glazer. “The Chicago Bears, who I know Ben Johnson is on their list, here’s a surprise […]

At Jackson State’s National Championship celebration, T.C. Taylor was asked about the team’s condition when he took over in 2022, per a video by WJTV reporter David Edelstein. The question focused on Deion Sanders’ departure, which saw several players leaving through the transfer portal and many coaches, some of whom joined Sanders in Colorado. “I […]

Norfolk State University head coach Michael Vick continues to strengthen his football program, landing another former FBS quarterback. Earlier this week, Israel Carter, who spent the first two seasons of his college career at the University of South Florida, announced his commitment to the Spartans. “Couldn’t thank God enough for opening this door for me,” […]

Washington Commanders star linebacker and six time NFL All-Pro Bobby Wagner is tackling yet another challenge, this time, off the field. Even as the Commanders prepare to take on the Detroit Lions in the NFL’s Divisional Round, the former Super Bowl champion has taken on an academic pursuit at an illustrious HBCU. Wagner, 34, is […]

West Virginia has landed former standout Virginia Union safety William Davis. Davis, a 5-foot-10, 195-pound junior, joins an extremely talented list of HBCU athletes who have made the transition to the FBS Power-4. Davis brings everything from ball production to coverage versatility to the Mountaineers secondary. In two years as a starter for the Virginia […]