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Episode 2 of The Coach Vick Experience, chronicling Michael Vick’s time at Norfolk State, was really fast-paced. It’s a different experience from the first episode, which was more artful in how the narratives were woven together as we led up to the first game against Towson. It seemed as if this episode, from the start […]

The nephew of former NFL star Tyrann Mathieu has found a home at an HBCU. Tyrone Mathieu III is taking his talents to Prairie View A&M to join the reigning SWAC champions under the direction of head coach Tremaine Jackson. Mathieu III looks to make his mark on defense the same way that his uncle, […]

BET’s College Hill franchise is one of the most influential in television history. It was the first reality TV show of its kind to center the Black experience while also giving prospective students of the early 2000s an authentic look into HBCU life. The original College Hill rarely pulled punches. It wasn’t a highbrow or […]

Another HBCU alumnus is getting a major job in the NFL this offseason, as Anthony Levine Sr. has been named Special Teams Coordinator of the Baltimore Ravens. Levine is no stranger to the Ravens, as he served as a long-time safety for Baltimore, spending 10 seasons with the team from 2012 to 2021 and serving […]

The Saint Augustine’s University Board of Trustees has announced a new institutional vision focused on stability, sustainability, and renewal following the university’s successful effort to regain and secure its accreditation. The announcement marks a pivotal moment for the Raleigh-based HBCU, as board leaders outlined plans to strengthen governance, stabilize finances, and chart a renewed path […]

Former Edward Waters head coach Toriano Morgan is headed back to Florida, as he’s been hired by Quinn Gray to join his Florida A&M coaching staff. Football Scoop’s John Brice reported that Morgan, who served as co-offensive coordinator and defensive back at Tennessee State last season, has agreed to join the Rattlers in a significant […]

Former Southern University head coach Dawson Odums has officially been named head football coach of Bowie State University. The athletic department announced his hire on Monday morning in a statement. “To the Bowie State University community, I am honored and grateful to formally accept the position of head football coach,” Odums said in the statement. […]

A Florida A&M University College of Law student faced unexpected restrictions while planning Black History Month programming after being told she could not use the word “Black” on event flyers promoting the celebration. The directive stems from a statewide policy prohibiting Florida’s public universities from using state or federal funds for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion […]

Former NFL punter and XFL champion Marquette King has announced his retirement from professional football. King made his decision official in a statement on his social media accounts, as well as a song entitled “Retirement.” In the caption of his social media post, King details his desire to return to the NFL but the feeling […]

A city official is pushing for funding to build a new stadium for Jackson State. In comments obtained by WPLT, Jackson City Councilman Kenneth Stokes urged Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves, as well as school officials, to work together to build a new stadium. Stokes isn’t only talking about football in his push to get a […]

J. Cole made an appearance at North Carolina A&T for his most recent album, The Fall Off. Cole, a native of Fayetteville, North Carolina, is fond of North Carolina A&T, often shouting out the institution in his songs. North Carolina A&T was referenced on the song “Safety” on the first disc of the two-disc album. […]

Super Bowl LX is today. And like most Super Bowls, it is filled with HBCU excellence. HBCU alumni have been significant in the NFL since the early days of the league. From Robert “Stonewall” Jackson being the first player drafted out of an HBCU in 1950, to Doug Williams being the first Black quarterback to […]

After a disappointing season in Reggie Barlow’s first year, Tennessee State is shaking up its coaching staff by hiring an NFL legend. Per a statement by Tennessee State, the program is hiring alumnus and former Super Bowl MVP Richard Dent. Dent will serve the program as a special advisor to the football team. In a […]

Michael Vick shocked the world when he became an HBCU coach after a thrilling NFL career last season. Now, ironically enough, he’s starting his second season facing another former NFL star who was once on his coaching staff. Norfolk State is set to start the season against Winston-Salem State University on August 29th. Winston-Salem State […]

After a successful season in which they contended for the MEAC championship, DeSean Jackson and Delaware State have retooled their roster ahead of National Signing Day. Jackson didn’t go for a structural overhaul in his second recruiting cycle. He looked to find talent that filled the gaps on an already talented roster. Delaware State announced […]

Virginia State University served as a stop along a powerful journey for peace and healing, welcoming a group of Buddhist monks as they continue a 2,300-mile peace walk from Fort Worth, Texas, to Washington, D.C. The visit highlights the university’s commitment to unity, cultural understanding, and community engagement, as the monks’ cross-country walk seeks to […]

During his annual Breakfast Club Pre-Grammy Brunch, Grammy Award-winning producer Bryan-Michael Cox transformed a celebration of music into a moment of meaningful impact, joining fellow celebrities and industry leaders to launch a scholarship fund dedicated to supporting students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities. The initiative reflects a growing commitment within the entertainment industry to […]

Morehouse College president F. DuBois Bowman has issued a letter, originally sent to the campus community, weighing in on the handcuffing of Tuskegee University basketball coach Benjy Taylor and the subsequent punishment by the SIAC. In the letter, Bowman says that Morehouse apologized to Taylor for the incident but questioned the penalty by the conference. […]

Following his injury against Jackson State, Grambling quarterback Czavian Teasett is raising money for spinal cord surgery. During the Las Vegas HBCU Classic, Teasett ran for a first down to keep the offense on the field in a tight ball game. But, he was hit as he was going down after a tackle and was […]

The Atlanta Falcons are spotlighting the impact of HBCUs during Black History Month, honoring wide receiver KhaDarel Hodge for his HBCU background and journey to the NFL. The recognition celebrates Hodge’s path through Black college football while underscoring the vital role HBCUs continue to play in developing elite talent, leadership, and opportunity within professional sports. […]

The first episode of The Coach Vick Experience aired on BET tonight, and it’s certainly going to be an amazing experience. The show is beautifully shot, and the storytelling is masterful, peeling back the curtain on Michael Vick’s first year coaching at Norfolk State. While I expected to get answers to certain football questions about Norfolk State, […]

Heaven Epps, the daughter of Grammy-winning rapper and entrepreneur 2 Chainz, is continuing her family’s long-standing HBCU legacy after being accepted into Howard University, where she is set to enroll this fall. Her decision places Epps among a growing number of high-profile students choosing Historically Black Colleges and Universities, further underscoring their enduring reputation as […]

As the Steelers shake up their coaching staff, they’ve hired a former HBCU star to lead the offensive line. Southern University alumnus Ramon Chinyoung Sr. has been named the running backs coach for the Steelers under new head coach Mike McCarthy. Chinyoung is the latest former HBCU player or coach to receive a significant hire this […]

During the Lakers’ blowout victory over the Brooklyn Nets, LeBron James elected to rep HBCUs. James wore a Florida A&M-branded LeBron 23 player edition, a nod to the institution he’s partnered with over the past few years. In 2021, James and Nike forged a six-year partnership with the institution, and it was the first university […]

Michael Vick’s highly anticipated docuseries, The Coach Vick Experience, is premiering tonight on BET. It’s been over a year since Vick was hired as the head coach of Norfolk State, and it will certainly be interesting to see his first season presented as a docuseries. It will surely provide more context and information about what […]

As the Georgia gubernatorial race heats up, candidate Jason Esteves has unveiled a policy agenda specifically for black men. Also detailed in the agenda is direct action for Georgia’s ten HBCUs. ClutchPoints exclusively obtained the agenda, which details his HBCU plans in the “opportunity” section of the plan. The agenda calls for supporting Georgia’s HBCUs […]

Southern University is going to draw the attention of the HBCU football world as Marshall Faulk is set to kick off his first season in the fall. Even before Faulk was named the head coach, Southern University has always commanded attention in college football. They’re one of the blue-blood programs in HBCU football, featuring several […]

The Dallas Cowboys and Washington Commanders share a fierce, historic rivalry, and also HBCU ties among their defensive coordinators. Both teams made significant changes to their coaching staff as they hired new DCs to lead the defensive unit for both NFC squads. The Cowboys hired Christian Parker and the Commanders hired Daronte Jones. Jones is […]

Bowie State University has announced the passing of Clyde Doughty Jr., the institution’s vice president for intercollegiate athletics and recreation. The university confirmed Doughty’s passing in a statement released Tuesday afternoon. “Clyde Doughty was a beloved member of the Bowie State University family, and our entire community is stunned by this loss,” said Bowie State […]

Following Morehouse College’s 77-69 victory over Tuskegee University, Tuskegee University head coach Benjy Taylor was handcuffed by police. The incident, per reporting by HBCU Gameday and captured on video, shows Taylor attempting to ensure security protocol was being properly enforced. Per HBCU Gameday’s reporting, Morehouse College football players entered the handshake line between Tuskegee and […]

Tuskegee University men’s basketball coach Benjy Taylor was handcuffed by police after his team’s loss to Morehouse College in Atlanta on Saturday evening. Tuskegee head coach Benjy Taylor was handcuffed by police after the loss at Morehouse. Here’s his statement to @TheFieldOf68: “I am at a loss for words and I am upset about how […]

Former Southern University and Norfolk State head coach Dawson Odums is reportedly closing in on becoming the next head coach of Bowie State. John Brice of Football Scoop reported that Odums has been offered the position at Bowie State and will most likely take the position. This brings Odoms back to the sidelines after a […]

In perhaps the biggest move of the offseason, Andrew Body is departing the transfer portal to return to Alabama State for his senior season. Hornet head coach Eddie Robinson Jr., in a quote obtained by journalist Jayla Brown, announced that Body would be returning to the team. He also laid out the benefit of continuity […]

Alabama State University’s women’s flag football team is set to take the national stage after being selected to compete in the inaugural Fiesta Sports Foundation National Collegiate Flag Football Classic, joining several NCAA Division I programs in a first-of-its-kind showcase for one of the fastest-growing sports in the country. The invitation places the HBCU among […]

Morris Brown College has secured nearly $1 million in new funding through a combination of private and public support, including contributions from Atlanta rapper T.I., the African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church, and a federal grant—an infusion of resources college leaders say will bolster the historically Black institution’s continued rebuilding efforts. Approximately $700,000 of the total […]

John Wall is set to receive a huge honor from Howard University for his significance to the Washington, D.C., area. On Saturday, Howard University is set to match up with Norfolk State in one of the most anticipated matchups of this season. As a part of the festivities, Wall will be serving as captain for […]

After a year at Tennessee State under Reggie Barlow, Director of Football Recruiting Kevin Mashack looks poised to become the Director of College Scouting at Texas. CBS Sports’ Matt Zenitz brought the news on their social media accounts. Mashack is not a stranger to FBS football, as he served as Director of Player Personnel at […]

The brother of former NFL star Adrian Peterson is taking his talents to an HBCU. Nelson Peterson Jr., Adrian Peterson’s younger brother, has announced his commitment to Texas Southern University. The NFL star posted about his brother’s commitment on his Instagram account, which featured a picture of Nelson with Michael Strahan, a Texas Southern University […]

As we move closer to National Signing Day, one of the biggest storylines of the college football offseason is the future of Andrew Body. Body just finished a historic season at Alabama State in which he was regarded as the best quarterback in HBCU football this fall and one of the best in the FCS. […]