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Norfolk State Head Coach Michael Vick was visibly unhappy following his team’s close 35-28 loss to Morgan State on Saturday. The defeat marks the Spartans’ tenth loss of the season and their ninth consecutive defeat since their overtime victory against rival Virginia State University on September 6th. Heading into the final week of the season, […]

Johnson C. Smith football is once again at the top of the CIAA. The Golden Bulls secured the conference championship in a resounding 45-21 victory over the reigning champions, Virginia Union University, snapping a 56-year title drought. This is the team’s first conference championship since 1969. The team’s rapid success is largely attributed to Head […]

Bethune-Cookman competed well against Jackson State, staying in striking range of a victory the entire game. But, ultimately, Jackson State proved to still be the best team in the SWAC and secured a huge victory that all but seals their ticket to the SWAC Championship. Bethune-Cookman, which entered the game boasting the third-best offense in […]

The family of Mari Creighton, a slain Albany State volleyball player, has been awarded a $66.5 million settlement. This comes after a May 2024 shooting at the Elleven 45 Lounge in Buckhead, a suburb of Atlanta. The settlement is to be paid by the nightclub’s owner. The alleged gunman, Karanji Reese, was arrested in June […]

Florida A&M announced in a statement on Friday that John Daivs has been appointed as Vice President of Athletics. This comes after a leadership shake-up that sees current Athletics Director Angela Suggs appointed as special assistant to university president Marva Johnson and advisor for Intercollegiate Athletics. “It is an honor to take the role of […]

The moment the broadcast went live on ESPN2, the clash between South Carolina State and North Carolina Central simply felt big. This was more than just a game; it was the inevitable showdown that would determine who controlled the destiny of the MEAC Championship race. The physical intensity between these two evenly matched teams was […]

In a historic move that underscores her ongoing commitment to advancing HBCUs, philanthropist MacKenzie Scott has donated $50 million to Winston-Salem State University. This remarkable gift not only marks the largest single donation in the university’s 133-year history but also brings Scott’s total giving to the campus to $80 million—following a previous $30 million gift in 2020. Most […]

For the third year in a row, I had the opportunity to attend the HBCU First Look Film Festival—an annual celebration of Black creativity, culture, and cinematic excellence. Each year, this event continues to spotlight emerging voices and honor trailblazers who’ve paved the way in film and television. From thought-provoking panels to celebrity appearances and […]

A recent state audit has put Texas Southern University under intense scrutiny, alleging widespread mismanagement of funds and raising questions about the school’s financial oversight. The findings have sparked growing concern among alumni, lawmakers, and higher education leaders about the future of Texas Southern’s independence as one of the nation’s largest HBCUs. As calls for […]

North Carolina Central secured a huge recruiting win with the commitment of 2026 three-star edge rusher Rob Lange Jr. to the team. Lange Jr. announced his commitment to the Eagles on Wednesday, choosing the program over offers from major institutions, including Arkansas, Mississippi State, Georgia Southern, and James Madison. He released a statement following his […]

A couple of weeks ago, I was incredibly excited about this Bethune-Cookman versus Jackson State matchup. Heading into the Las Vegas HBCU Classic, Jackson State looked unbeatable. Sure, Alabama State got within one successful goal-line play of beating the reigning HBCU champions, but Jackson State had been clicking in all three phases of football. They […]

The Division II football season has concluded for many programs, and several top stars are now entering the transfer portal. Earlier this week, Bowie State defensive back Elijah McKenzie-Jackson announced his intentions to enter the transfer portal, according to a report by Pete Nakos of On3. “Bowie State CB Elijah McKenzie is entering the portal, […]

Following the January dismissal of Reginald McDonald, former Tennessee State Aristocrat of Bands director, new reporting by The Tennesseean details excessive spending by McDonald on band activities, particularly on security services and lavish travel. McDonald, who had been the band director since 2015 and worked for Tennessee State for 24 years, was placed on paid […]

I think we can all agree that the brawl between Grambling State and Bethune-Cookman on Saturday should not have occurred. An otherwise great game between two SWAC contenders looking to elevate their programs was marred by a skirmish that led to the ejection of nine players and, ultimately, the suspension of 27 players by the […]

In a recent episode of his House of Action podcast with fellow former NFL star and Hornet coach Clinton Portis, Delaware State head coach DeSean Jackson weighed in on the brawl between Grambling and Bethune-Cookman on Saturday. For Jackson, he says that the incident reminded him of his childhood. Delaware State head football coach DeSean Jackson was […]

On Tuesday, Alabama State channeled the high-scoring momentum of its football program, which nearly upset UAB earlier this season, as Head Coach Tony Madlock pushes for the same winning trajectory on the hardwood. The Hornets secured a dramatic early-season victory against the University of Alabama at Birmingham, winning 77-75 in a contest defined by back-and-forth […]

From reigning as Mister North Carolina A&T to stepping onto one of Hulu’s most anticipated new series, Joshua Suiter is proving that HBCU excellence shines far beyond the yard. The North Carolina A&T State University alum has landed a role in Hulu’s All’s Fair, the newest legal dramedy from producer Ryan Murphy. His transition from […]

The first-ever HBCU gymnast is adding another milestone to her trailblazing journey—becoming a proud member of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Known for breaking barriers in collegiate gymnastics and representing the growing legacy of HBCU athletic excellence, Naimah Muhammad is now continuing that spirit of sisterhood, scholarship, and service through one of the Divine Nine’s […]

Cam Newton had a lot to say about the brawl between Bethune-Cookman and Grambling in their Saturday matchup that resulted in 27 players being suspended. He took to his 4th & 1 podcast to air his issues with what occurred, expressing that he believed the incident “set us back”. “You should look at this and say to […]

Former Jackson State head coach Tomekia Reed is set for an intriguing early-season test for her Charlotte 49ers as she faces off against Kim Mulkey and LSU for the third time in her coaching career. The matchup itself carries significant weight, as Reed previously led Jackson State to a near-upset over the then-unranked LSU Lady […]

As the college football season draws to a close, arguably the biggest game on the MEAC schedule is upon us: South Carolina State versus North Carolina Central. For years, the path to the conference title and the Celebration Bowl berth has run squarely through Orangeburg and Durham, with these two teams winning the MEAC championship […]

Delta State head coach Todd Cooley issued a hefty condemnation of Kentucky State on Monday during his weekly press conference, alleging that the HBCU program backed out of an already scheduled game with the Statesmen. Kentucky State, the third-ranked team in the SIAC, is set to play Shorter University on Saturday. NEWS: Kentucky State backs […]

Grambling State is off to a phenomenal start in the Patrick Crarey II era, as the Tigers won a close, back-and-forth contest against MEAC contender Howard University, 73-70, in Washington D.C. The victory served as an immediate test for Crarey, who spent the previous year as head coach at Florida A&M, and it signals his […]

After hosting the historic coaching matchup between Michael Vick and DeSean Jackson, the Philadelphia Eagles are reportedly interested in playing host to the MEAC clash again. Per a report by the Philadelphia Inquirer, the Eagles are all in on the game becoming an annual matchup. “The Philadelphia Eagles have shared that they look forward to […]

Following an altercation between Grambling State and Bethune-Cookman players on Saturday, the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) has suspended 27 players total from both institutions. The conference issued a statement about the decision on Monday afternoon. “We’re extremely disappointed by the events that transpired during halftime of the Bethune-Cookman at Grambling State football game,” SWAC Commissioner […]

In an inbox flooded with thousands of pitches daily, one stuck out: an email about a new fictional HBCU novel, Nostrof University, written by author Chanese Jaa. The premise immediately grabbed attention, chronicling the daily life of HBCU students, campus politics, student leadership, and the intricacies of Greek life and athletics—a narrative rarely seen fully […]

Netflix has officially given a series order to the reboot of the iconic HBCU comedy, A Different World, following a rare pilot order earlier this year. The new series is set to follow Deborah Wayne, the daughter of original stars Whitley Gilbert and Dwayne Wayne, as she becomes the latest generation of the family to […]

Two HBCU basketball players are among the six players banned by the NCAA for their participation in illegal gambling schemes. The NCAA announced the findings of its investigation, which flagged Mississippi Valley State players Donovan Sanders and Alvin Stredic as engaging in game manipulation during the 2024-2025 season. Per the report, Sanders and Stredic were […]

Michael Vick and the Norfolk State Spartans arguably played their best game of the season Saturday, mounting a serious challenge in a close 31-28 loss to the North Carolina Central Eagles. The Spartans leaned heavily on their passing attack, a significant strategic pivot that nearly resulted in a huge upset over a championship contender. NCCU’s […]

Though I have covered Fort Valley State fervently this season, today marked my first time attending the Fountain City Classic since I graduated in December 2019; the years since have seen a combination of COVID-19 and work responsibilities keeping me away. This year, my family and I braved the road to Columbus, Georgia, excited to […]

DeSean Jackson’s Delaware State Hornets ultimately pulled out a tight victory against Morgan State after a missed field goal in the final seconds, but the 14-12 final score reflected far more than a typical win. In a game where the Hornets were held to arguably their worst offensive output of the season, Morgan State crafted […]

Heading into Week 11 of the college football season, few would have predicted that Florida A&M and the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff would share the exact same 3-5 record. Yet, here we are. This meeting in Tallahassee on Saturday, however, finds the Rattlers and the Golden Lions on two totally different paths equally […]

Only months after Michael Vick was announced as the head coach at Norfolk State, BET announced it would chronicle his journey in a forthcoming docuseries. The series is set to be produced by SMAC Entertainment, a company co-founded by HBCU alumnus and Super Bowl Champion Michael Strahan. The series marks Vick’s return to BET, as, in […]

Alabama State has had a phenomenal season, driven primarily by the transcendent play of Andrew Body. Historically, the Hornets competed on the back of their defense under coach Eddie Robinson Jr., capable of holding high-powered offenses like Jackson State and FAMU in check, though he never beat them at their respective heights. A key reason […]

22-year-old Clark Atlanta alumna Jayden Williams has made history, winning the mayoral race in Stockbridge, Georgia, and unseating incumbent Mayor Anthony Ford. Williams received 53.8% of the vote (2,909 votes) while Ford received 46.1% (2,489 votes) Williams released a statement about his victory via his official campaign social media: “Yesterday, we made history — becoming […]

Some heavy hitters from the entertainment industry will be joining the HBCU First LOOK Film Festival this year. The festival is returning to Howard University for the third year in a row with this year’s theme: “Elevate Future Storytellers.” This year the festival will be honoring some of the best in the industry during Cafe […]

As we head into Week 11 of the college football season, Michael Vick desperately needs a win. Sure, he managed to beat in-state rival Virginia State, surviving a missed Trojan game-winning field goal at the end of regulation to ultimately drill their own game-winner in overtime. But Vick has yet to secure a victory against […]

DeSean Jackson and his Delaware State Hornets currently stand at the top of the HBCU football world. In the span of a few days, they beat one of the MEAC’s perennial powers in North Carolina Central and then reigned supreme in a prime-time clash against former teammate-turned-rival, Michael Vick, and his Norfolk State Spartans at […]

Last Thursday, Michael Vick and DeSean Jackson made history in Philadelphia. The two former NFL stars, now HBCU coaches, faced off for the first time at Lincoln Financial Field, home of the Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles. From the moment that Michael Vick and DeSean Jackson started their coaching careers at their respective HBCUs, we […]