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Savannah State pulled off a historic victory in dominating fashion, beating top-ranked Tampa 7-0. Entering the game, Tampa had an 11-0 record and boasted the 2025 NCAA Division II national championship title. But Savannah State was undeterred; entering with a 8-5 record, they took down the reigning national champion and made a statement that is […]

Quinn Gray and Florida A&M made a huge addition to the football coaching staff, adding a former Miami Dolphins veteran. The Rattlers have hired Sam Madison Jr. as the new cornerbacks coach for the team. Madison brings significant professional football experience to Florida A&M, as he played in the NFL for 12 seasons with the […]

Florida A&M men’s basketball coach and former Heisman winner Charlie Ward has been invited to the White House by Donald Trump. The invite comes as Trump looks to bring together a roundtable to discuss the issues and solutions occurring in college athletics. Per a report by Yahoo Sports, Ward is one of over 30 invites […]

A Mississippi house bill that would have allocated $40 million dollars for a new Jackson State football stadium has stalled in committee. Per a report by WLBT3 in Jackson, House Bill 117 was introduced by Mississippi Representative Robert Johnson during the most recent legislative session. The 40 million dollars, allocated from the State Institutions of […]

AspireTV has officially greenlit Savannah State of Mind, a new HBCU-centered comedy series created by veteran producer and showrunner Bentley Kyle Evans, marking the network’s latest investment in original scripted programming that celebrates Black college life. The series will spotlight the culture, ambition, and everyday hilarity unfolding on an HBCU campus, blending sharp humor with […]

Tyler Perry’s Miss Governor will not return for a second season on Netflix, according to the latest cancellation roundup published by What’s on Netflix, signaling the end of the political comedy after a single, two-part run. The sitcom—originally released under the title She the People before being renamed mid-season—debuted in May and concluded its first […]

Grambling State head football coach Mickey Joseph is staying with the institution until 2028. Joseph and Grambling have agreed to a two-year contract extension through the 2027 season that also features an option for the 2028 and 2029 seasons. The new extension could keep Joseph with the Tigers through the end of the decade. Grambling […]

In a vibrant celebration of Black History Month and the enduring cultural influence of the King of Pop, the Florida A&M University Marching 100 has joined “MICHAEL CELEBRATES: Legacy, Artistry, Culture,” a nationwide initiative honoring the life and legacy of Michael Jackson ahead of the highly anticipated biographical film MICHAEL, set for release this spring. […]

The HBCU Legacy Bowl certainly showed its purpose this year as several HBCU prospects are getting NFL looks. Tennessee State defensive lineman James Stewart spoke with four teams at the Legacy Bowl, per a report by Easton Butler. Stewart met with the Lions, the Titans, the Ravens, and the Jets. Stewart is a talented defensive […]

Kevin O’Connell and the Minnesota Vikings are adding a former HBCU coach to their staff. Former Florida A&M special teams coordinator Chili Davis has been added to the Vikings’ staff as assistant special teams coach. He will work directly with Matt Daniels, who serves as special teams coordinator. Davis coached at Florida A&M in 2022 under […]

After a standout season last year, Brent Key and Georgia Tech are adding a former HBCU coach to their staff. T.J. Dumas, who worked with Willie Simmons at Florida A&M, is being hired as Georgia Tech’s assistant director of player personnel, per a report by John Brice of Football Scoop. T.J. Dumas is a former Florida […]

After a significant shake-up in his defensive coaching staff, a former HBCU player is getting a huge promotion from Deion Sanders at Colorado. Former Prairie View A&M Panther Dante Carter has been promoted to defensive line coach, as he replaces Domata Peko. Carter served as a graduate assistant under Domanta Peko in the fall; the […]

An HBCU student-athlete is dead following a domestic violence incident on the campus of the University of Missouri. Per a report by ABC 17 News, Denita Jackson has been charged with second-degree murder and armed criminal action following the stabbing of her boyfriend, Kevaughn Goldson. Both Goldson and Jackson were part of the track and […]

This episode of The Coach Vick Experience is likely going to be one of the best, as it was a “made-for-TV” drama with everything going on; from the lead-up to the Hampton vs. Norfolk State game, which ignited a friendly rivalry between Kijafa Vick and Michael, to Kevon King getting into trouble on the team […]

Central State University announced this week that it will lay off more than a dozen faculty members at the end of the current academic year as part of a broader effort to address deepening financial challenges and comply with newly enacted state legislation affecting public higher education. According to university communications, at least 16 professors […]

A huge HBCU baseball classic is set to be played in Chicago in May. The Chicago HBCU Baseball Classic, featuring Alabama A&M and Prairie View A&M, is set to take place at Wrigley Field on Saturday, May 2. The game will occur after the Chicago Cubs’ early afternoon matchup versus the Arizona Diamondbacks. The game […]

The Atlanta Falcons have given a significant promotion to an HBCU alumnus. Atlanta Falcons Vice President of Marketing Shannon Joyner is being promoted to Vice President, Chief Marketing Officer, per a statement by the Atlanta Falcons. He is one of four Atlanta Falcons staff members receiving a promotion, alongside Deputy General Counsel Nick Brown, Vice […]

Kentucky State University is set to expand its academic offerings with the introduction of a Bachelor of Arts degree in Public Policy, a move designed to prepare students to navigate and shape the public decision-making process. The new program, slated to begin in the 2026–27 academic year, will provide students with a strong foundation in […]

Clark Atlanta wide receiver Ronnie West is drawing NFL draft buzz following his performance at the HBCU Legacy Bowl. Per a report by Packer Report’s Easton Butler, West spoke with the Packers, Titans, Dolphins, Jaguars, Colts, and Lions during the Legacy Bowl last week. “Clark Atlanta (D2) WR Ronnie West spoke with several teams while […]

The HBCU Legacy Bowl was last weekend, and it appears that North Carolina Central star Chris Mosley is on the radar of several teams. Per a report by Justin Melo of Sports Illustrated, Moseley spoke with teams interested in his skills this past weekend. Nice @HBCULegacyBowl for @NCCU_Football RB Chris Mosley, who rushed for 1,017 […]

As the energy of NBA All-Star Week filled the city with celebrations of culture, sport, and storytelling, the HBCU First LOOK Film Festival seized the moment to spotlight the next generation of filmmakers. During a special 25th anniversary tribute to Love & Basketball, the beloved 2000 classic that seamlessly blended romance and basketball culture, festival […]

The CIAA tournament is officially upon us, and it has the chance to be one of the best in recent memory. Winston-Salem State is in the midst of a historic run on the women’s basketball side, as they finished the regular season with a 23-3 overall record and a 14-2 record in conference. This is […]

Jackson State baseball scored a huge victory over Yale during the Andre Dawson Classic. The Tigers prevailed in a 6-5 victory on February 21st at the event that was held at the Jackie Robinson Training Facility. Yale entered the game without a win this season. Yale struck first in the opening inning. Jack Dauer bounced a […]

Perhaps the oddest moment of the HBCU basketball season occurred last Thursday. During Morehouse College’s decisive victory over Kentucky State on Thursday, a fan decided to run on the court and defend the fast break layup by Morehouse sophomore Eric Jones. The footage of the incident is available on the SIAC Network. View this post […]

Southern University is one step closer to completing its long-anticipated STEM Complex after the final structural beam was placed atop the new $68 million facility, marking a significant milestone in the project’s construction. The ceremonial “topping out” signifies that the building’s structural framework is now complete and moves the Baton Rouge HBCU closer to delivering […]

Former Fisk University gymnast Morgan Price has made history once again. The former HBCU gymnast now competes at the University of Arkansas and became the first Gymback to score a perfect 10 on vault. Her achievement is significant, as in February 2025 she became the first HBCU gymnast to score a perfect 10, that time […]

The 2026 Allstate HBCU Legacy Bowl was arguably the best in the game’s series, as all of the HBCU players featured appeared as if they really wanted to win the game. Sure, there’s motivation to do well to increase your chances of being drafted or signed as an undrafted free agent, but the intensity both […]

With the departure of Clinton Portis, DeSean Jackson is tapping into another NFL star to lead the running back room. On Friday, FootballScoop’s Scott Roussel reported that Steve Broussard is set to become the new running backs coach. Like Portis, Broussard was a standout running back in the NFL. He played four seasons each with […]

A former HBCU baseball player is getting the opportunity of a lifetime. Alabama A&M alumnus Trey Rutledge has signed a contract with the New York Mets. Per a statement released by Alabama A&M Athletics, Rutledge has already started his professional journey, as he’s reported to the Mets’ spring training facility for camp. Rutledge had a phenomenal […]

Norman C. Francis, the trailblazing civil rights advocate who led Xavier University of Louisiana for nearly five decades and became one of the most influential figures in American higher education, passed away earlier this week at the age of 94. Francis, who served as president of the nation’s only historically Black and Catholic university from […]

In the wake of a recent shooting at a student housing complex, South Carolina State University is requesting an additional $8 million from state lawmakers to strengthen campus safety and security infrastructure. University officials say the funding would support expanded surveillance systems, improved campus lighting, increased patrol presence, and upgraded access control measures aimed at […]

Cam Newton is still putting HBCUs in the forefront despite his show, 106 & Sports, being cancelled.  Newton and Ashley Nicole Moss co-hosted 106 & Sports, which was filmed in Atlanta, and after eight episodes, BET+ revealed that it was not going to renew the program for a second season. In a statement to the […]

New Orleans Saints defensive end Cam Jordan is set to serve as honorary captain for the 2026 Allstate Legacy Bowl this Saturday. The HBCU Legacy Bowl has served as an important draft experience for the past several years. The Legacy Bowl allows draft-eligible players to showcase their skills to NFL scouts and possibly be selected […]

The National Basketball Players Association has appointed an HBCU alumnus to lead the organization. Morehouse College alumnus David Kelly was recently elected as executive director of the organization, succeeding Andre Iguodala. In a statement released by the NBPA, Kelly spoke about his excitement to step into the role. “The energy and enthusiasm at the NBPA […]

Michael Vick and Norfolk State’s highly anticipated matchup against Shawn Gibbs and North Carolina A&T appears to not be happening this fall. Per a report by HBCU Gameday, Norfolk State has dropped the matchup on October 17th. “A source indicated to HBCU Gameday that Norfolk State decided to pull out of the Oct. 17 game,” […]

After several years of debate and negotiation with local officials, the once-rowdy HBCU spring break beach party known as Orange Crush is set to return in 2026 under a new structure, updated guidelines, and a refreshed identity. The long-standing cultural tradition—historically attracting large crowds of students from historically Black colleges and universities across the Southeast—will […]

I didn’t know that there would be a way to make a “money game” loss look good, but BET mastered it with this latest episode of The Coach Vick Experience. Episode two of the new series from last week felt very rushed, as it clearly tried to pack a lot of content into a short time. […]

Professors and students at Virginia State University are collaborating with researchers nationwide in an ambitious effort to identify thousands of unknown soil microorganisms. The initiative is led by Dr. Xiangfan Xie, Associate Professor in the Department of Biology and Founding Director of the VSU Center for Biotechnology, Genomics, and Bioinformatics (CBGB). Dr. Xie is also […]

Longtime NFL executive Neal Dahlen has passed away at the age of 85, according to a statement by the Denver Broncos. Dahlen is known for his immense success in building championship teams, having won seven Super Bowls in his career. His championship count ties Tom Brady for the second-most in NFL history. He is best […]