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Of all the actresses, models, and celebrities at the highly-publicized Met Gala, one stood above the rest: Anok Yai, who came onto the scene following an appearance at Howard University’s homecoming Yai captured audiences with her sparkling teal-green dress that went viral on social media. The original post of her dancing garnered 3.8 million views […]

Ne’Kiya Jackson, a prospective student at Xavier University of Louisiana, made national headlines as one of two students who helped solve a mathematical theory that was previously believed to be impossible. Jackson, along with her classmate Calcea Johnson, used trigonometry to prove the validity of the Pythagorean Theorem. Jackson and Johnson are recent graduates of […]

Former Jackson State star and 2024 WNBA Draft pick Angel Jackson has been waived by the Las Vegas Aces, per Las Vegas Review-Journal Aces reporter Callie Lawson-Freeman. “I’m seeing some confusion here but I can confirm that the Aces have waived Angel Jackson. She has been informed of the move, a source close to the […]

After initially committing to VCU, former Norfolk Star star guard Jamarii Thomas is now headed to Columbia as a South Carolina Gamecock. Wes Mitchell of On3 Sports broke the news of Thomas’ surprising switch to the SEC. 🚨BREAKING: South Carolina has their portal guard! Norfolk State transfer Jamarii Thomas, the MEAC Player of the Year, […]

The Charlotte 49er’s new women’s head basketball coach Tomekia Reed is bringing some reinforcements from her former school, Jackson State. Reed landed Daphane White, a 6-foot-5 center who averaged 8.6 points and 4.4 rebounds for the Lady Tigers. She posted the news on her Instagram page. White becomes the second player Reed has recruited to […]

Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh gave glowing remarks about Morgan State safety Jordan Toles. Double Take Sports’ Carita Parks inquired about the progress of Toles, the only HBCU player present at the Ravens’ rookie camp. Harbaugh seemed impressed with the young safety’s performance thus far. “Well first of all, his tape is really good, […]

Channing Crowder has been very vocal in the past about his thoughts on HBCUs and, in a recent interview with the Rolling Stone, he’s adding even more to the conversation. While Crowder, co-host of the widely successful sports and lifestyle podcast The Pivot didn’t rule out his children attending a n HBCU, he didn’t openly endorse it […]

After Florida A&M announced the reception of a $237 million donation from Gregory Gerami and the Issac Batterson 7th Family Trust, several inquiries surfaced. While the donation was worth celebrating and will undoubtedly help the institution, many expressed skepticism surrounding Gerami as information about him as well as his company is limited online. Florida A&M’s […]

UCLA made a huge recruiting haul by securing Cherif Seye, a standout defensive player hailing from Florida A&M, as announced by Seye himself via an announcement on his Twitter/X account. He posted on his Twitter/X account, “Last Chapter, Shock the World!” Last Chapter, Shock the World! @UCLAFootball pic.twitter.com/mRitIJGc7D — Cherif Seye (@Cherif27_) May 4, 2024 […]

Legendary Florida rapper Trick Daddy was spotted at Florida A&M  supporting his son Jayden Young as he graduated from the institution this afternoon. Florida A&M posted a video on Instagram with Trick Daddy speaking about the occasion. “I came to see my son graduate, you know,” Trick Daddy said in the video. “I wanted to […]

Florida A&M announced a historic donation during their Saturday afternoon commencement ceremony. The institution is receiving a $237 million gift from Gregory Gerami and the Issac Batterson 7th Family Trust. Florida A&M also announced the gift on their social media accounts moments after the announcement at the graduation ceremony. 🚨 BREAKING NEWS 🌎 Florida A&M […]

Alabama A&M alumnus and NFL great John Stallworth made a big-time contribution to his alma mater on Friday, not only serving as the speaker for the Spring Commencement Ceremony but donating a substantial amount to the institution. The John Stallworth Foundation and the Alabama A&M Foundation collaborated to form a new endowment: The John and […]

Al Roker and Deborah Roberts are set to speak at Fisk University commencement, per a release by the institution in April. Roker and Roberts are a media power couple and will serve as co-speakers for the commencement ceremony, addressing the Spring 2024 graduates. Fisk University president Dr. Agenia Clark spoke fondly of both Roker and […]

HBCUs across the country are bringing out the heavy hitters for their 2024 commencement addresses. Politicians, actresses, doctors, and celebrities of all kinds are coming to different HBCU campuses to instill their wisdom in the graduating class of 2024. Listed below are the notable confirmed speakers this graduation season. Joe Biden, Morehouse College For its […]

University of Charlotte women’s basketball coach Tomekia Reed recently received glowing words of support from South Carolina’s Dawn Staley and UConn’s Geno Auriemma, two giants in the women’s college basketball landscape. Reed left for Charlotte after leading Jackson State’s program for the last six seasons. “Charlotte got a great hire in Tomekia Reed,” said reigning […]

North Carolina Central is reloading their Celebration Bowl roster in the post-Davius Richard era of the program, as they secured two former Duke University standouts in the transfer portal. Wide receiver Mehki Wall and Safety Isaiah Fisher-Smith are set to join the Eagles this Fall per announcements on their social media accounts. I’m blessed to […]

HBCU alumnus and famed media personality Stephen A. Smith recently weighed in on the controversy surrounding Colorado, Deion Sanders, and Shedeur Sanders following The Athletic’s detailed report of the occurrence of the 53 scholarship players who were ushered out of Colorado following Deion Sanders’s arrival in Boulder and what they’d been up to since they […]

When discussing Deion Sanders and his past ties with Jackson State, there is often a clear display of confirmation bias. This bias, as defined by Britannica, refers to people’s inclination to process information by seeking out or interpreting data that aligns with their preconceived notions. Indulging in confirmation bias involves selectively processing information to support […]

Xavier University of Louisiana and Ochsner Health System are partnering to create the nation’s fifth HBCU medical school. The newly-minted Xavier Ochsner College of Medicine will reportedly “mitigate disparities that kill Black people with some diseases two times more often than others,” according to physicians in an article by Lottie L. Joiner of The Grio. […]

Norfolk State University’s star guard Jamarii Thomas leaves the Spartans after one season, completing his transfer to fellow Virginia institution, VCU. Thomas revealed the news through a social media post depicting him in his new black-and-gold VCU jersey. He also seems to have switched numbers from “6” at Norfolk State to “2” with the Rams. […]

Jackson State has announced former Alabama A&M head coach Margaret Richards as the new head coach of the Jackson State Lady Tigers, per a statement released Wednesday afternoon. Welcome to THEE family ‼️ Margaret Richards named head coach for @GoJSUTigersWBB 🔗 | https://t.co/yya4nhzSyU#TheeILove | #BleedTheeBlue pic.twitter.com/y5AMTMsfX1 — Jackson State Athletics (@GoJSUTigers) May 1, 2024 Jackson […]

Tennessee State’s star edge rusher Terrell Allen indicated a departure from Tennessee State as he entered the transfer portal. Pete Nakos of On3 Sports first broke the ground-breaking news of Allen’s transfer. Tennessee State defensive lineman Terrell Allen has entered the transfer portal as a grad transfer, @On3sports has learned. The 2023 Big South-OVC Defensive […]

In a shocking move, the Hampton University administration decided to move on from head football coach Robert Prunty. The university released a brief statement announcing his firing on April 30. Change in Leadership for Hampton Pirates Football#WeAreHamptonUhttps://t.co/FMU9CcI8ga — Hampton Football (@Hampton_FB) April 30, 2024 “Today, Director of Athletics Anthony D. Henderson Sr. announced that Robert […]

Wanda Durant, the mother of NBA superstar Kevin Durant, will deliver the commencement address at Bowie State University this May. Bowie State’s announcement of Durant as the commencement speaker follows in the footsteps of other HBCUs’ quest to bring in high-profile orators. “Mama Durant” joins the likes of Angela Bassett and Joe Biden, who will […]

Cleveland Cavaliers superstar guard Donovan Mitchell expressed his support for the Fort Valley State men’s volleyball team after they became the first HBCU to compete in the NCAA Division I Championship. The Cavaliers’ social media team posted a 15-second clip of Mitchell’s response on their X page. Good Luck, @FVSU Wildcats! #LetEmKnow pic.twitter.com/xRnJTOanIw — Cleveland […]

Tomekia Reed is officially the coach of the Charlotte 49ers, leaving Jackson State after six seasons at the helm. Reed did a lot of amazing things at Jackson State, revitalizing the women’s basketball program and turning them into contenders. Now, she looks to bring that same level of success to her new position and ironically […]

Tomekia Reed was formally announced as Charlotte’s new head coach, signaling a new era for the 49ers program and her budding career as one of women’s basketball’s greatest coaches. Reed joined the Niners after six seasons with Jackson State where she led the team to immense success. She certainly found time in her press conference […]

I know what many HBCU football fans are thinking right now. Here’s another article about players who have left the HBCU football scene. Why are Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter still being discussed, now that they’ve completed a full season at Colorado? But, bear with me for the duration of this article, which is a […]

Howard University’s men’s golf team etched itself in school history after winning its first Northeastern Conference Golf Championship over the weekend. The Bison hardly left anything to chance with an impressive team performance, finishing five under par as a group. Long Island and Sacred Heart tied for second place with seven over par. North Carolina […]

For the second time since 2020, no HBCU players heard their names called in the NFL Draft. 257 athletes, ranging from juggernaut college programs like Alabama and Ohio State to overseas products such as English rugby player Travis Clayton, all received recognition at the draft. None of them went to an HBCU. Clayton, a seventh-round […]

For the second time since 1950, no NFL team selected an HBCU player in the draft, a fact that irked former Grambling State and NFL great Doug Williams. Williams and fellow Grambling State quarterback James “Shack” Harris, who played in both the AFL and NFL, spoke to HBCU Legends’ Kyle T. Mosley about the lack […]

For the second time since 2020, no HBCU players were selected in the NFL Draft. While there were several great prospects that showcased their skills on the gridiron, they’re part of a group of players from all levels of college football that weren’t picked in a draft rather stacked with talent. Typically, immediately following the […]

Erica Leak, a former WNBA draftee, is replacing Dawn Thornton as the next head coach of the women’s basketball program at the University of Arkansas-Pine Bluff. The Golden Lions sought a candidate with an experienced basketball background, which they received in hiring Leak, who has played and coached at multiple levels. Erica Leak named Women’s […]

Pilar Sanders, mother to Shilo, Shedeur, and Shelomi Sanders, shared her thoughts on Deion Sanders’s remarks regarding Shelomi Sanders’s move from Colorado. Shelomi Sanders announced on Thursday via a vlog on her YouTube channel that she’s headed back to HBCU basketball to play for Alabama A&M under new head coach Dawn Thornton. In an appearance […]

Following her departure from Jackson State to become head coach of the Charlotte Lady 49ers, Tomekia Reed posted an open letter to the Jackson State community on her Instagram account. Reed, who coached at Jackson State for six seasons, thanked the Jackson State community for their support. Her letter read: “Coaches dream of the opportunity […]

Shelomi Sanders is heading back to the SWAC. Sanders, the daughter of Deion Sanders, is leaving Colorado to transfer to Alabama A&M per her latest vlog announcing the news. She then showcased her trip to the institution and the facilities. “I was just enjoying the moment because I’m a Bulldog. I had a good time. […]

Jackson State head coach Tomekia Reed is departing the program to become the women’s basketball coach at Charlotte, per a statement by Charlotte Athletics. The news of Reed joining the Lady Niners as head coach comes as conversation about her future at Jackson State persisted since her contract expired on March 31st. WELCOME COACH @CoachTReed! […]

Legendary actress Angela Bassett is set to address the Class of 2024 at Spelman College in May, per a release by the institution. Basset will serve as the keynote speaker while also receiving a Doctor of Fine Arts honorary degree. According to the institution’s announcement, the Class of 2024 comprises 504 degree candidates, with 325 […]

After months of anticipation, the 2024 NFL Draft is on the horizon this weekend. Over 200 collegiate athletes will hear their names called at the podium in Detroit, Michigan. Although most of the buzz around the draft culminates during the first night with the Round 1 selections, many more young aspiring football pros wait anxiously […]