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Florida State University made a major move to bolster its football program by hiring Devin Rispress, formerly Colorado’s assistant director of player personnel and high school relations. Rispress is leaving Deion Sanders’ staff to return to Florida, where he has a proven track record of recruiting top talent. Rispress announced his departure on his social […]

Television ratings for the Celebration Bowl jumped significantly this year, marking a turnaround after last season’s decline in viewership. The 2024 matchup between HBCU football powerhouses Jackson State and South Carolina State drew an audience of 2.1 million viewers, a 37% increase compared to last year’s total of 1.5 million, according to ESPN. This rise […]

Michael Vick’s recent hiring as head football coach at Norfolk State University has been met with lots of mixed reactions. One group in particular is not thrilled with Vick’s recent career move. The animal rights group, PETA, has released a statement on Vick’s recent news via Us Weekly. “After interviewing him at PETA’s office in […]

Micahel Vick and Norfolk State are set to play in their first “Battle of the Bay” against rival Hampton University. On October 4th, Norfolk State University will face off against Hampton University at Armstrong Stadium in Hampton, Virginia. The matchup marks the first meeting between the two longtime rivals under the leadership of Vick. Hired […]

Tyler Perry’s upcoming movie “Six Triple Eight” tells the story of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion. This battalion was the only predominantly Black, all-female unit of the Women’s Army Corps that served during World War II. One of the women in the 6888th was an HBCU alumna, a graduate of Talladega College. 855 women, […]

On Wednesday’s edition of ESPN’s First Take, Stephen A. Smith weighed in on the hire of Michael Vick at Norfolk State University. Vick and Norfolk State came to an agreement for him to become the next head coach of the program following the dismissal of head coach Dawson Odoms after four seasons at the helm […]

Alabama State University has hired its first flag football coach just ahead of its first flag football season in 2025. Jennifer Constuble was announced as a flag football coach by the university yesterday. She has been involved in the sport for over two decades with NFL flag football. She has head coaching expertise from her […]

Florida A&M University is still searching for a permanent president. The university made significant progress after being delayed twice after seven applicants were asked their stance on diversity, equity, and inclusion. With the latest DEI law bill passed by Florida governor Ron DeSantis, the next president of Florida A&M may not be black. In a […]

Former NFL quarterback Michael Vick played in the NFL for 13 seasons with the Atlanta Falcons, Philadelphia Eagles, New York Jets, and Pittsburgh Steelers. On Tuesday, Vick was hired as the head football coach at Norfolk State University in Norfolk, Virginia. As a native of the area, he will be right at home. Vick made […]

After weeks of speculation, Michael Vick issued his first statement after becoming head coach of Norfolk State University. The Virginia native confirmed the news on his Facebook page, announcing he is the new coach of the Spartans. He also shared his excitement about the opportunity to lead the program. “It’s an honor to announce that […]

Actress Dawnn Lewis has hinted that she and the rest of the original cast from A Different World might potentially be involved in the Netflix reboot in an Us Weekly exclusive. Lewis played Jaleesa Vinson in the original series. “All we know is that the majority of us, if not all of us, will be […]

Sacramento State lost out in the Michael Vick sweepstakes, as he’s set to become the head coach of Norfolk State but they have brought on another promising coaching candidate. Per a report by CBS Sports writer Cameron Salerno, the Hornets are set to hire UNLV offensive coordinator Brennan Marion as the next head coach. Marion […]

NFL great and current Fox Sports NFL analyst Michael Vick has been hired as the next head coach of Norfolk State University, per multiple reports. The move follows reports that Sacramento State University looked to secure his services, touting FBS ambitions and an expansive NIL budget. The chatter of Vick being in the running to […]

Morgan State University’s Earl G. Graves School of Business and Management, also known as the Graves School, was ranked 60th in the country on Bloomberg Businessweek’s 2024-2025 Best B-Schools list. Morgan State was the only HBCU to make the list. The Graves School is named after Morgan State alumnus and BLACK ENTERPRISE Magazine founder, Earl […]

Fox Sports NFL analyst and former football great Michael Vick has caused a stir in the college football world as he’s been linked to two open head coaching positions Reports emerged this week linking Vick to the head coaching vacancy at Sacramento State, with Sacramento State President J. Luke Wood confirming discussions with the former […]

Trayvis Hunter, the younger brother of Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter, has taken the first big step in his own football journey. The Effingham County High School sophomore wide receiver announced Monday on X (formerly Twitter) that he received his first college offer from Eddie George and Tennessee State University. “Blessed to receive my 1st […]

Following his Heisman trophy victory on Saturday, Travis Hunter responded to the online criticisms of his girlfriend Leanna Lenee. During his emotional acceptance speech, Hunter thanked Lenee and his mother, crediting their unwavering support throughout his career. “First, I want to thank my fiancée and my mother,” Hunter said. “They’ve been with me since the […]

Former NFL star and current Fox Sports analyst Michael Vick has attracted interest from two FCS programs looking to bring him on as their next head coach. Earlier today, Michael Sauls and David Teel of the Virginian Pilot reported that Vick has interviewed for the position as the next head coach of Norfolk State University, […]

WWE’s Saturday Night Main Event featured a compelling nod to HBCU pride courtesy of WWE superstar Michin. She proudly represented her alma mater, Virginia Union University, prior to her historic match against Chelsea Green. The match aired live on NBC, as the two faced off to become the first Women’s United States Champion. Making her […]

Colorado star Travis Hunter won the 2024 Heisman Trophy in what will be remembered as one of the smallest margins of victory in the history of the award. Hunter and Boise State star Ashton Jeanty were seen as the favorites in the Heisman race throughout the season, as both delivered historic performances every time they […]

Colorado two-way star Travis Hunter won the 2024 Heisman trophy this evening and he paid homage to his HBCU roots while doing so. Hunter made history as the first Heisman Trophy winner to have played the FCS level and the first winner to have come from an HBCU. “I thank all my brothers through college, […]

New FIU head coach Willie Simmons weighed in on Jackson State winning the 2024 Cricket Celebration Bowl 28-7 over South Carolina State. Simmons recently led the Florida A&M Rattlers to a SWAC Championship and Celebration Bowl victory last season, breaking the MEAC’s five-game winning streak in the contest. “Congratulations to Jackson State and HC T.C. […]

The 2024 Cricket Celebration Bowl delivered a dominant performance from Jackson State, who claimed a 28-7 victory over South Carolina State on Saturday. The win marked a significant milestone for head coach T.C. Taylor, his first since taking over the program from Deion Sanders in 2022. However, one of the game’s most memorable moments came […]

Rajah Caruth, a rising NASCAR star, graduated today from Winston-Salem State University (WSSU), earning his degree in motorsports management. Caruth joined nearly 600 other graduates at the university’s Fall Commencement Ceremony, held at the Lawrence J. Veterans Memorial Coliseum. Caruth, a promising talent in stock car racing, was drawn to WSSU because of its unique […]

North Carolina Central(NCCU) defensive lineman Darius “Juju” Williams announced he will declare for the 2025 NFL, UFL, and CFL drafts. The senior took to social media to thank his teammates and share his decision. “First, I want to thank my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, for blessing me with this gift and guiding me every […]

Following South Carolina State’s dominant 31-10 victory over Jackson State in the 2021 Celebration Bowl, Cobie Durant told a story about an encounter he had in the mall. “Another thing I’d say is that we had a little free time to go around Atlanta. I was in the mall with my teammates and the people […]

U.S. Air Force Lieutenant and Florida A&M University graduate Briona Carswell will make history as the first student from Florida A&M set to graduate from the new Department of Materials Science and Engineering. This department is a partnership between both Florida A&M and Florida State University’s College of Engineering. “I’m just grateful for the opportunity, […]

In a recent interview on the podcast The Pivot, Colorado star Travis Hunter revisited what sparked his HBCU journey to Jackson State University. The Heisman Trophy finalist told the hosts of The Pivot that he initially didn’t want to go to Jackson State, but it was former head coach Deion Sanders who convinced him to […]

The CIAA is suspending Saint Augustine’s University’s HBCU athletic conference membership indefinitely due to their recent financial and operational struggles. The decision was rendered during the conference’s annual fall Board of Directors meeting on December 3-4 in Richmond, Virginia, and was confirmed in a statement. “The Board approved the indefinite suspension of Saint Augustine’s University, […]

When Florida International University began its 2024 head coaching search, they were looking for the ultimate winner, and Willie Simmons is just that. The FIU Panthers announced their hiring of Simmons on December 7th, shortly after the end of the CFB regular season. Simmons’ hire comes as a splash move for a football program that […]

It is the ninth annual Cricket Celebration Bowl as Jackson State faces Souther Carolina State. It is time to continue our college football odds series with a Jackson State-South Carolina State Cricket Celebration Bowl prediction and pick. Jackson State-South Carolina State Last Game – Matchup History Jackson State comes into the game sitting at 11-2 […]

North Carolina Central University received a $1 million grant from Google.org to fund the very first HBCU AI Institute in the country. The grant is a part of a new program that encourages students to pursue career fields in artificial intelligence. Up to 200 students will receive mentoring and research support from it. “This partnership […]

After serving as interim president of Tennessee State University for approximately four months, Dr. Ronald Johnson has resigned from the position. His abrupt resignation comes as tensions surrounding the university’s financial issues continue to rise. Johnson’s resignation takes effect this Friday. Johnson was appointed to the position on July 1 by the Tennessee State University […]

Charles Huff is leaving Marshall University to become the next head football coach at Southern Mississippi, hoping to continue building on his successful coaching career. Huff, who was named Marshall’s head coach on Jan. 17, 2021, has led the Thundering Herd to a 16-10 record over two seasons, with two bowl appearances. In 2022, he […]

Hampton University has received a generous $750,000 donation from Leidos (NYSE: LDOS), a Fortune 500 leading technology and innovation company.  This donation, announced on December 3, 2024, will support students and faculty across several areas, including the School of Science, the School of Engineering, and the School of Liberal Arts and Education. It will also […]

Jerry Mack is building out his coaching staff for the Kennesaw State Owls following his hire to the team earlier this month. The former North Carolina Central head coach and Jacksonville Jaguars assistant is building a formidable staff that looks to bring success to the Owls as they find their footing in the FBS. Mack […]

Florida International University (FIU) made a splash in the college football world with their hire of former Florida A&M coach Willie Simmons as their new coach, signing him to a four-year deal following the departure of Mike McIntyre. Simmons, who comes to FIU after a successful run with the Rattlers, has received widespread praise from […]

Travis Scott’s Cactus Jack Foundation will host the much-anticipated 3rd Annual HBCU Celebrity Softball Classic at Minute Maid Park in Houston on February 13, per MLB. This exciting event, in collaboration with Project H.E.A.L., aims to bring together a star-studded lineup of athletes, entertainers, and influencers to celebrate Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Tickets […]

Emmy Award-winning actor Courtney B. Vance is set to deliver the keynote address at the Morehouse School of Medicine’s Winter Commencement Ceremony, the university announced yesterday. The ceremony will take place on Friday, December 13, at the Martin Luther King, Jr. International Chapel at Morehouse College. “My admiration of the Morehouse School of Medicine academic […]