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In a recent appearance on Jim Rome’s eponymous radio show, new Florida A&M head basketball coach Charlie Ward talked about his extensive ties to the institution and even being born on campus. It’s a connection that Ward has been forthcoming about mentioning as he accepted the head coach position earlier this month. “ Well, [the hospital] […]

NBA legend and Tennessee State University alumnus Dick Barnett has passed away at age 88, per a report by HBCU Gameday.. Barnett was a New York Knicks star and a two-time NBA champion. Barnett accepted a basketball scholarship to Tennessee State University, then known as Tennessee A&I State College, in 1955. Under the leadership of […]

A viral video has circulated from Shedeur Sanders’ time at Jackson State that many believe shows that his teammates were jealous of him. Posted by the founder of the Kollege Kidd digital media brand, the video appears to be from the 2021 season and features Million Dollaz Worth of Game co-host Gillie Tha Kid showering him […]

New Washington Commanders rookie and former Jackson State University defensive back Robert McDaniel is a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. McDaniel was initiated into the Delta Kappa chapter of the fraternity back in 2023. The fraternity recognized him for this monumental achievement on the fraternity’s official Instagram page. McDaniel, the new Washington Commanders […]

Many celebrities have spoken fondly about HBCUs and have even said they wished they attended one, but Shaquille O’Neal actually had a time as an HBCU student. The multi-time NBA All-Star and Inside The NBA crew member has several connections with HBCUs through his philanthropy as well as his son Shaquir O’Neal, but Shaq revealed an […]

The Cleveland Browns made a noteworthy move by selecting former Colorado Buffaloes star Shedeur Sanders to strengthen their QB room. However, much of the discussion around him has focused on his unexpected drop in the draft compared to earlier projections. Many mock drafts had him going in the first and second round, with reporting linking […]

After no HBCU players were selected in the NFL draft in 2024, the second time since 2021, Alabama A&M’s Carson Vinson heard his name called in the fifth round and is heading to the Baltimore Ravens. Vincent is a perfect example of the proof of concept that HBCU players can be discovered and drafted out […]

New Baltimore Ravens rookie and former Alabama A&M football star Carson Vinson is also a member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. Vinson was initiated into the Gamma Phi chapter of the fraternity last March. Vinson is the tail of his line and was given the line name “Karnivore.” View this post on Instagram A […]

Florida A&M is landing another star quarterback to lead the offense with the departure of Daniel Richardson, as the Rattlers have landed former Fordham University quarterback C.J. Montes. Montes announced his commitment to the team on his social media account. “Rattler nation… I’m home,” he said on a post on Sunday afternoon. He spent two […]

After a long wait, former Jackson State and Colorado star Shedeur Sanders received his invitation to the NFL. The Browns drafted Sanders with the 144th pick in the fifth round of the NFL Draft, a far cry from where many believed he would be selected. Although he undoubtedly had a “draft slide”, he ended up […]

Alabama A&M star OT Carson Vinson is headed to Baltimore, as the Ravens have selected him with the 141st pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. With the pick, Vinson is the first HBCU player to be selected in the NFL Draft since Isaiah Bolden in 2023. Bolden, a former player under Deion Sanders at Jackson […]

Shannon Sharpe’s litigation counsel, Mitchell Schuster, has responded to new allegations of rape and assault made by Michele Bundy Evans, a woman who claims to have dated the NFL Hall of Famer for nearly a decade. According to The Sun, Evans alleges that their relationship ended in trauma, accusing Sharpe of raping and threatening her […]

Prairie View A&M looks to have found its new head coach in a former WNBA star. According to Olivia Antilla, also known as LivforHoops, former WNBA player and University of Houston assistant Tai Dillard is set to become the head coach of the women’s basketball team at Texas HBCU Prairie View A&M University. Dillard joins […]

The sports world was buzzing as Shedeur Sanders surprisingly slipped in the 2025 NFL Draft. Many expected Sanders to be one of the top picks, alongside his teammate Travis Hunter, a Heisman-winning two-way standout. Regarded as one of the best quarterbacks in the draft, Sanders was in close competition with Miami’s Cam Ward as the […]

Shannon Sharpe is facing fresh controversy after a previously unknown 2023 lawsuit from ex-girlfriend Michele Bundy Evans came to light. Evans, who says she dated the NFL Hall of Famer for nearly a decade, claims their relationship ended in trauma—alleging that Sharpe raped and threatened her in 2010, per TheSun. She filed for a restraining […]

Norfolk State star Diamond Johnson is getting her opportunity to earn her way into the WNBA. The Minnesota Lynx have announced via their social media accounts that they are signing Johnson to a training camp contract. see you Sunday. 💪 pic.twitter.com/oEa8PM9PvA — Minnesota Lynx (@minnesotalynx) April 24, 2025 Johnson was arguably the most surprising omission […]

Howard University alumna and acclaimed actress Taraji P. Henson is set to address the graduates at the 138 Spelman College Commencement Ceremony. This year’s commencement is historic for Spelman, ranked as the top HBCU in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. The institution is set to confer degrees to 694 graduates, the most […]

Amid his $50 million legal battle over sexual assault and battery, an exclusive report by Front Office Sports reveals that Sharpe had been accused of choking a female colleague while he was employed at Fox Sports. The report reveals that during Sharpe’s time as co-host of FS1’s Undisputed alongside Skip Bayless, he was accused of […]

Shannon Sharpe is temporarily stepping away from ESPN, per a statement on his social media accounts. This comes as he has been hit with a $50 million sexual assault lawsuit, per a report by TMZ Sports on Monday morning. On Thursday afternoon, Sharpe announced that he would be temporarily stepping away from his duties at […]

The George family is reuniting in Ohio, as former Tennessee State star Eriq George is joining his father, Eddie George at Bowling Green. Eriq George departed the Tigers shortly after Eddie George accepted the position as head coach of Bowling Green. 𝕊𝕚𝕘𝕟𝕖𝕕 ✍️ By George We Got Him!!! We would like to officially welcome @er1q_0 […]

Following a history-making run at Jackson State University, placekicker Leilani Armenta has entered the transfer portal per a report by David Edelstein of WJTV. Armenta made her debut as a placekicker for Jackson State during their matchup against SWAC East rival Bethune-Cookman University in the 2023 season. She started the game, kicking the ball off […]

While visiting his alma mater, Nick Cannon had a full-circle moment with an HBCU alumnus on the come-up in the media industry.  Cannon received a surprise Humanitarian Award at Howard University’s Bison Choice Awards on Monday, April 14. The event was part of the university’s annual “Made in the Mecca” Springfest, hosted by Howard UGSA. […]

The Morehouse College and Tuskegee University Classic, one of the longest-running rivalries in HBCU football, is getting a huge location update ahead of the 2025 season. The game, which has been held in Columbus, Georgia, at A.J. McClung Memorial Stadium is set to be moved to Montgomery, Alabama per a report by Kyle T. Mosely […]

The current lawsuit Shannon Sharpe is going through has been a whirlwind, and a day after his accuser — who goes by Jane Doe — and her lawyer dropped audio of one of the former NFL tight end’s alleged assaults, more allegations have been shared through audio. TMZ reported the audio. In the clips, Sharpe […]

Michael Vick’s first Spring Game at Norfolk State took place last week, marking the beginning of a new era for the program. The stadium was filled with passionate Norfolk State fans, while local and national media gathered to capture the historic event. The atmosphere at William “Dick” Price Stadium was electric, with the spotlight shining […]

Another former HBCU star looks to have an opportunity in the WNBA, as former Jackson State standout Ti’lan “Tilly” Boler has signed a training camp contract with the Chicago Sky. Bohler, who left Jackson State to transfer to Memphis, went unselected in last Monday’s 2025 WNBA Draft, but the Sky are looking to give her […]

Michael Vick and Norfolk State are set to lose a quarterback to the transfer portal following their Spring game last Saturday. Jaden Daniels, a quarterback who joined the team during Dawson Odom’s time with the program, announced his departure from the program on his social media account. His statement is below: “THANK YOU To the […]

Shannon Sharpe has responded to a sexual assault lawsuit filed against him in Nevada on Sunday by releasing a video statement on his social media. Sharpe shared a video on his social media accounts Tuesday afternoon addressing the lawsuit. This followed the release of a recording sent to TMZ Sports in which Sharpe is allegedly […]

In the wake of the accusations and lawsuit against Shannon Sharpe, his accuser, going by the pseudonym Jane Doe, has leaked audio of the alleged assault. Doe’s attorney, Tony Buzbee, revealed the audio to TMZ Sports. The context is unclear, but the accuser asks Sharpe not to “manipulate” her. They are having a dispute, and […]

During his introductory press conference, new Florida A&M head coach Charlie Ward made it clear that he isn’t a run-of-the-mill celebrity hire; he was born and raised in the tradition of the Tallahassee-based HBCU. “This is the only job, collegiate job, I was willing to take,” Ward said. “Many of you may know me as […]

Following his transfer to Jackson State in January, Nate Rembert is staying with the defending HBCU champions. Over the weekend, Rembert announced on social media that he plans to enter the transfer portal and leave the team he started the year with. But it appears that he had a change of heart over the holiday […]

Shannon Sharpe has responded to the $50 million lawsuit filed by Jane Doe that accuses him of sexual assault and battery. In a post on his social media accounts, Sharpe, via his legal representation Lanny J. Davis, refuted the allegations and released the text messages of his encounters with Jane Doe, whom Davis identifies as […]

Pro Hall of Famer and ESPN First Take star Shannon Sharpe has been hit with a $50 million sexual assault lawsuit, per a report by TMZ Sports on Monday morning. The 13-page lawsuit was filed by a “Jane Doe” in Nevada, alleging Sharpe had committed assault, sexual assault, battery, and sexual battery, and that he […]

Last season, Irv Mulligan etched his name in the history of Jackson State and HBCU football as he surpassed Walter Payton’s long-held single-season rushing yards record of 1,139 yards that he set in 1973. The moment was full circle for the former Wofford star, as playing for the same institution as Payton was one of […]

Morgan State wrestling has made a huge statement in recruiting, as they’ve landed one of the top wrestling talents in the nation in Anthony Ferrari. Ferrari, a nationally ranked wrestler and a former top 15 wrestling recruit, announced his commitment to the HBCU  on his social media after a most recent stint at Long Island […]

After using his experience to sell to teams why he would thrive if drafted into a rebuild, Shedeur Sanders brought up his experience in turning both Jackson State and Colorado into perennial championship contenders. “I don’t think Jackson State or Colorado had a winning history before I got there. It’s just another day in the […]

Michael Vick’s time at Norfolk State is set to be chronicled in a docuseries on BET, per a press release by BET Media Group on Thursday morning. The series is set to be produced by SMAC Entertainment, a company co-founded by HBCU alumnus and Super Bowl Champion Michael Strahan. The show will be executive produced […]

Two HBCU bands joined rapper Travis Scott on stage at this year’s Coachella music festival. Florida A&M University’s Marching “100” band and Jackson State University’s Sonic Boom of the South joined Scott for several songs during his performance during the festival. Twenty-six members of the FAMU Marching 100 joined Scott for the performance. The university’s […]

Fisk University gymnast Morgan Price continues to add to her historic gymnastics’ legacy. During the 2025 Women’s Collegiate Gymnastics National Invitational Championships in Shreveport, Louisiana, she won first place in all four individual events: vault, uneven bars, balance beam, and floor exercise. She also won the all-around national championship title at the event. “I’ve dedicated […]