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Love is in the air! Basketball stars Amarr Knox of Alabama State University and Dakiyah Sanders of Southern University got engaged last month on Valentine’s Day. To add to this joyous occasion, both teams won their first March Madness games this past week. Knox, a Memphis, Tennessee native and redshirt sophomore, came to Alabama State […]

Alabama A&M head coach Dawn Thornton has emerged as a star in HBCU athletics. She led the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff to immense heights during her tenure with the program, including a huge upset over Arkansas in the 2023-2024 season. She then was hired to lead Alabama A&M’s Lady Bulldogs, making an immediate […]

Former Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Sheduer Sanders has been drawing massive attention as the 2025 NFL Draft nears, as speculation runs abound about what team will select him. However, The Ringer’s Bill Simmons suggests that the Browns have already set their sights on Shedeur Sanders, and he believes the Sanders family is aware of it, pointing […]

A SWAC baseball game between Jackson State and Prairie View A&M took an unexpected turn on Saturday in Prairie View, Texas, when a heated moment escalated into a full-scale brawl on the field. By the time order was restored, nine players had been suspended, and both programs were fined $25,000 by the Southwestern Athletic Conference […]

On Thursday evening Former NFL head coach Jeff Fisher was rumored to fill the head coaching vacancy at Tennessee State University following Eddie George’s departure. The rumors circulated from Walter K. Friedman, an X user who is said to be a freelance journalist but a search of his name doesn’t yield results to articles or […]

Alabama State men’s basketball’s monumental First Four victory keeps getting sweeter. The Hornets’ electrifying last-second win drew significant attention, but its impact reaches far beyond basketball. Each tournament victory generates revenue for their conference, directly boosting funding for the SWAC. While the NCAA tournament is known for delivering thrilling March Madness matchups, it also serves […]

Jackson State University’s Vice President and Director of Athletics, Ashley Robinson, has once again been recognized for his outstanding leadership, earning the prestigious NACDA Athletics Director of the Year (ADOY) award from the National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics (NACDA). This marks the second time Robinson has received this honor, further cementing his impact […]

Former NFL football player and host of “The Pivot” podcast Ryan Clark spoke on the death of Southern University student Caleb Wilson. Wilson died during an unsanctioned fraternity ritual while trying to pledge Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. Clark released a statement on his personal X account giving his opinion on the tragic situation. He […]

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. founder Osceola Macarthy Adams is being honored in her hometown of Albany, Georgia. According to Black Enterprise, Macarthy Adams will be honored with a historical marker to recognize her contributions to arts, education, and social justice. Marcarthy Adams grew up in Albany before moving to Washington, D.C., to attend Howard […]

Southern University band advisor Safiyy Abdel-Raoof has been placed on administrative leave for 30 days following the ongoing investigation into the death of Caleb Wilson. Wilson died last month after participating in an unsanctioned fraternity ritual as a pledge of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. It is unclear about Abdel-Raoof’s exact position with the band. […]

Tennessee State is set to lose another key member of their defense, this time Eriq George. With the departure of his father Eddie George to coach Bowling Green, Eriq has entered the transfer portal. He announced his departure via his social media account. “First, I want to give God all the glory and praise for […]

Rapper CeeLo Green made a touching tribute to former Spelman College math professor Jocelyn Wilson who was found dead in a lake back in February. According to Green Wilson was like a sister to him, as they were childhood friends who grew up together. Green posted this heartfelt message on his personal Instagram page: “Yall […]

My love for media has been a constant throughout my life. My passion for the industry was sparked by my love for radio, inspired by Tom Joyner’s unique mix of comedy and meaningful discussions on politics, health, and culture. Even back in grade school, I felt like a media insider. Teachers and classmates would ask […]

On Tuesday night, March Madness got going the only way it knows how: with a classic battle that came right down to the wire. Alabama State and St. Francis (PA) went at it in a battle of 16-seeds and a coveted NCAA Tournament win on the line. The Red Flash got the early advantage, but […]

Eddie George has been swift in building his coaching staff at Bowling Green, and his defensive coordinator hire is a familiar face from his HBCU journey. Per a report by Zach McKinnell of FCSCentral, former Tennessee State defensive coordinator Brandon Fisher will be joining George as he takes over the Falcons. Fisher, son of former […]

For most of the people watching, the NCAA Tournament First Four matchup between Alabama State and St. Francis was about fighting for the right to get slaughtered by the Auburn Tigers. But to these two widely dismissed programs, Tuesday’s showdown was about making a March Madness memory that will last a lifetime. Throw in revenue […]

On Tuesday night Alabama State started off March Madness with a bang, as a last-second layup by Amarr Knox powered the Hornets to a resounding 70-68 victory over Saint Francis. The Red Flash controlled the game throughout, skillfully countering Alabama State’s full-court press with precise maneuvers and capitalizing on sharp shotmaking to steadily extend their […]

Following Deion Sanders’s effort to revamp Colorado’s Spring Football game, an HBCU head coach is throwing his hat in the ring to have his team face off against Colorado. In comments made in media availability on Monday, Sanders spoke about inviting another team to play in the Colorado Spring Game. “The Spring Game will be […]

Norfolk State had a stellar regular season campaign that ended in an epic MEAC Championship moment that truly defines the craziness of March Madness season. Trailing by 10 with two minutes left, the second-ranked South Carolina State tied the game at 65 with 10.6 seconds remaining after a forced turnover and a quick layup from […]

Following Prarie View A&M’s 69-49 loss to rival Texas Southern in the SWAC tournament, long-time HBCU coach Sandy Pugh is resigning from the program. The news of her departure was shared by the Prairie View A&M Athletics’s social media accounts. “Panther Athletics would like to thank Sandy Pugh for her service as the women’s basketball […]

The Voice alum Victor Solomon is gracing America once again with his talent, this time on the newest season of American Idol. Solomon, who competed in Season 20 of The Voice back in 2021, auditioned for Season 23 of American Idol and received his “Golden Ticket” to Hollywood. During his audition for The Voice, he […]

Watching a mid-major player enjoy a breakout campaign is one of the most bittersweet feelings one can experience in college sports. The school and fan base is thrilled to see one of their own shine and potentially bring added attention to the program as a result, but they also know that the athlete’s days at […]

Mickey Joseph has added a highly experienced coach to his staff at Grambling State. According to a report from FootballScoop, Grambling is adding Erik Losey as its new offensive line coach. Losey, who most recently coached at Eastern Kentucky, played a key role in the program’s success, including a trip to the FCS Playoffs under […]

Following Eddie George’s departure to Bowling Green to become the new head coach, Tennessee State defensive star Sanders Ellis has entered the transfer portal. The transfer is a big loss for the Tigers as Ellis was a key anchor of the defense, even as a freshman last season. During the 2024 season, Sanders recorded 86 […]

According to a new report by the United Negro College Fund, students at HBCUs have better mental health than students that attend other colleges and universities. The study shows that HBCU students were nine percent more likely to “report signs of mental flourishing than American college students overall.” The researchers believe this is the most […]

Former Howard University Royal Court member Jeremiah Downing was killed in a fatal car crash in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on Wednesday, March 12 per a report by WAFB. According to a Louisiana State Police report, a crash occurred on Nicholson Drive near Bluebonnet Boulevard just after 7 p.m. on Wednesday, March 12. The accident involved […]

Eddie George is set for a significant pay raise as the head coach of Bowling Green University, as the former HBCU coach is in line to make $600,000 annually per a report by WTOL. An MOU obtained through a FOIA request by the local Toledo, Ohio affiliate outlines the preliminary terms of George’s agreement to […]

In December, Willie Simmons officially became an FBS coach when he was hired to lead the FIU Panthers. Now, he’s set to start his new chapter against a familiar HBCU rival: the Bethune-Cookman Wildcats. FIU added Bethune-Cookman to officially round out their football schedule, with the game set to take place either on August 29th […]

Alabama State University quarterback Andrew Body is the newest member of the Beta Zeta Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. Body and several other football players joined the fraternity this past weekend. He is number 31 on the line and was given the name “BodyRocks.” The Beta Zeta Chapter was the first Kappa Alpha […]

On a recent episode of the Higher Learning podcast, former Bachelorette star and attorney Rachel Lindsay shared her thoughts on the tragic death of Southern University student Caleb Wilson and the Divine Nine. Lindsay, who is a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc., says that D9 sororities and fraternities should be removed from college […]

Florida A&M University alumna Anika Noni Rose has broken her silence following the cancellation of Tiana, the animated musical series offshoot of the popular Disney movie The Princess and the Frog. Rose is the voice behind the iconic Princess Tiana. Princess Tiana is Disney’s first Black princess. In 2020, Disney announced the project. Rose was […]

Michael Vick and Norfolk State are shaping up to be one of the top stories of the 2025 season. As Vick continues his inspiring journey as the head coach of his hometown HBCU, he faces a challenging start with an exciting out-of-conference matchup, followed by a demanding slate of games in MEAC play. Norfolk State’s […]

Colorado head coach Deion Sanders took to his social media account to speak about Eddie George’s departure from Tennessee State to become the head coach of Bowling Green University. The former Jackson State coach, who’s entering his third season with the Buffaloes in the Fall, had nothing but love for George on his career move. […]

Michael Vick is only a few months into his tenure with Norfolk State and he’s already fielded a question about if his Spartans will one day face off against Deion Sanders’s Colorado Buffaloes in the near future. The question came in an early February interview with Dan Patrick on his eponymous show. Vick thought about […]

“Deep Azure,” a stage play written by the late Chadwick Boseman, is coming to Howard University for one night only. Fellow Howard alum Phylicia Rashad will serve as a creative consultant for the event, which will take place at the Howard Theatre on March 27 at 7:30 p.m. and be directed by NSangou Njikam, a […]

The HBCU First LOOK Film Festival is returning to Howard University for the 3rd year in a row. With the goal to “Elevate Future Storytellers” the festival has added its new Global Impact category for participants to submit films. Submissions opened March 5 and will be accepted through August 28. The festival’s reach is increased […]

Former HBCU national championship-winning coach Broderick Fobbs has landed a new FBS job as he joins South Alabama as running backs coach. The announcement was made by South Alabama head football coach Major Applewhite via a press release on Tuesday. Fobbs is a seasoned coach with a proven track record of success in HBCU football. […]

Two more suspects have been arrested in the hazing death of HBCU student Caleb Wilson. 28-year-old Isaiah Smith surrendered to Baton Rouge Police on Tuesday and is expected to be booked into East Baton Rouge Parish Prison, according to a police spokesperson. Smith, a graduate student at Southern University, has been charged with felony hazing, […]

After four seasons as Tennessee State’s head coach, Eddie George has left the Tigers to take over as the new head coach at Bowling Green University. The process moved swiftly—George reportedly interviewed for the position on Friday, was named a top candidate by ESPN’s Pete Thamel on Saturday, and was announced to have accepted the […]