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On November 6th, the ESPN show “First Take” will broadcast live from Savannah State University. Notable alumnus Shannon Sharpe will be returning to his alma mater, Savannah State University. Sharpe, a former student-athlete, achieved great success as a wide receiver/tight end from 1986 to 1989, earning several accolades including being named to the All-SIAC First […]

After leading for a large portion of the game, Fort Valley State allowed rival Albany State to score 13 unanswered points to win the game 13-7 and clinch a birth in the SIAC Championship. The game was a defensive battle that was defined by the quarterbacks for both teams. Fort Valley struck first after Fort […]

North Carolina Central solidified themselves as the best football team in the MEAC with a 38-24 homecoming victory over the Norfolk State Spartans. The Eagles move to 8-1 on the year and are 3-0 in the conference. The Spartans, on the other hand, were already struggling when they ran into the buzzsaw that is North […]

Virginia Union secured a 30-20 victory over rival Virginia State on Saturday. The win secures the CIAA North division for the Panthers and sets them up for a CIAA Championship showdown with the reigning champion Fayetteville State Broncos. Right from the start, Virginia Union showcased their offensive prowess, marching down the field on their first […]

With a commanding 44-21 victory over Southern University, Alcorn State University’s football program claims the top spot in the SWAC West division. Though both teams entered the matchup with identical overall (5-3) and conference (4-1) records, the Alcorn State Braves had the game under control for almost all 60 minutes. Last season, Southern won this […]

Florida A&M came out on top in an exciting offensive matchup against Alabama A&M, clinching a 42-28 victory. This big win solidified Florida A&M’s spot as the SWAC East champions. setting the stage for the final weeks of the season and ensuring that the championship game will take place on their campus. Coming back to […]

The Hampton Pirates eke out a tough road victory against the Maine Black Bears in an intense shootout. Hampton entered the game at 2-3 in the CAA, looking to even their record before their heavyweight bout against #4 William & Mary. Meanwhile, Maine came in with a 2-7 record, hoping for some positivity before the […]

Leilani Armenta has been one of the most talked about players in HBCU football this year. The soccer star turned Tiger placekicker made history last week against the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff when she became the first woman in Division I football to score a point. Today, her story was featured on ESPN […]

Wiley College has officially earned University status and will now be referred to as Wiley University. The school celebrated the momentous achievement during this week’s homecoming festivities and was announced at the Returning to Our Roots” event that was held on Friday. The name “Wiley University” isn’t new, as it was the original name of […]

For the second consecutive season, the Benedict College Tigers will finish the regular season (10-0) after defeating the Allen University Yellow Jackets 37-9.  Head Coach Chennis Berry expressed his emotions about his team and their undefeated season in a quote obtained by Benedict College Athletics “This is year 29 for me coaching college football, and […]

Following a successful homecoming week that ended in a 45-7 rout over Prairie View A&M University, Florida A&M has announced the date for their 2024 homecoming festivities as well as their homecoming opponent. Per the institution’s social media, the date for FAMU’s homecoming is November 2, 2024. They’ll be matching up against the Texas Southern […]

In the final game of the regular season, the winless Clark Atlanta Panthers (0-9) will host the Morehouse College Maroon Tigers (0-9) at Panther Stadium. The Panthers, led by Junior running back Daquon Kincey and his impressive stats of 123 carries, 637 yards, and 10 touchdowns, have a strong emphasis on the running game, ranking […]

“Win the game,” Coach Aaron Kelton of Savannah GA exclaimed. This is the mindset that the Savannah State football team embraces as they prepare to travel to Jackson, Tennessee to face the Lane College Dragons, who currently hold a 1-7 record. Despite being out of the championship and Division II playoff picture, the Savannah State […]

Edward Waters completed their amazing season with a win over Virginia University of Lynchburg. The win secured a winning season for the Tigers, securing their best record since 2004. Head coach Toriano Morgan spoke highly about his team after a phenomenal season. “We’re a program that is continuing to grow.” In his final college football […]

After police launched an investigation into the Colorado football players’ jewelry getting stolen at the Rose Bowl during the team’s matchup against UCLA, several items have been returned and suspects have emerged. Per a report by The Athletic, the police received several calls to their tip line have led to important leads in the investigation, […]

The Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference witnessed a fierce battle for positioning, with Howard and South Carolina State vying for dominance. A win for Howard would have solidified their tie for first place with North Carolina Central, while South Carolina State sought to shake up the standings and improve their conference record to 2-1. As you might […]

Deacon Jones, an alumnus of South Carolina State and Mississippi Valley State, is renowned for his formidable defense. Standing at an impressive 6’4″ and weighing 272 pounds, Jones was not only a skilled pass rusher, but also possessed the agility to match the running backs he faced. His exceptional abilities caught the attention of the […]

In an exciting matchup this weekend, Tennessee State will take on Charleston Southern, led by former Albany State head coach Gabe Giardina. Tennessee State is looking to maintain its momentum from last week’s dominant performance against Lindenwood, in which their 43-20 victory helped them secure their first winning season since 2017. Eddie George has done […]

It’s a widely held belief by HBCU alumni that football players for black college programs are the best in the FCS. Now, there’s data to prove it per a report by Pro Football Focus. The report conducted an in-depth analysis of the performance of FCS football stars, evaluating players based on their on-field play rather […]

As ESPN First Take is set to do back-to-back live shows at Savannah State University and Winston-Salem State University, Brandy Tate is set to lead the charge. Tate is the director of First Take and a Tennessee State University alumna who’s been with ESPN for years as a director. Tate spoke about the significance of […]

Joe Biden and Kamala Harris have launched their 2024 reelection campaign with full force, intensifying their outreach to HBCUs. On Friday, the Biden-Harris campaign unveiled a new ad titled “Possibilities,” which highlights the administration’s commitment to HBCUs through the allocation of billions in federal funding. The ad was first seen exclusively on The Grio. This […]

Tuskegee University’s Ninth President, Charlotte P. Morris, is set to retire next spring, per a statement obtained by HBCU Pulse. Morris has served in various capacities at Tuskegee in her 40 years at the institution. She was appointed as the 9th president of the university on August 1, 2021. To prepare for the transition, the […]

Bethune-Cookman University claimed their first conference victory of the season, defeating Mississippi Valley State 20-7. The Wildcats wasted no time in getting on the scoreboard, scoring in the opening quarter after Tink Boyd caught a 41-yard pass from quarterback Mar’Kai Shaw following a fourth-down stop. With 7:27 left in the first quarter, BCU took an […]

Defensive lineman Terrell Allen is on pace to make Tennessee State history, per a report by The Tennesseean. Allen has had an amazing season at the helm of Tennessee State’s tenacious pass defense, totaling 13.5 total sacks entering Week 10. He currently ranks third on Tennessee State’s all-time list for most sacks in a single […]

LeBron James once again showed love to Florida A&M by rocking Orange & Green-inspired LeBron 7’s during the Lakers’ victory over the Orlando Magic on Monday night. The King in the FAMU LeBron 7’s tonight! 👑🐍#FAMU | #FAMUly | #Rattlers | #FangsUp 🐍 pic.twitter.com/Lsbj1XVlTv — Florida A&M Athletics (@FAMUAthletics) October 31, 2023 This display of […]

North Carolina A&T has officially announced the date of their highly anticipated homecoming game in 2024. Known as the “Greatest Homecoming on Earth,” this extraordinary event will captivate attendees on October 19th, 2024. The institution revealed the exciting news across its multiple social media platforms, creating a buzz among eager Aggies and the wider community. […]

During Jason Weaver’s “From Dream to Screen” entertainment masterclass that started on October 28th and concluded on November 1st, South Carolina State students were able to hear from veteran actor Orlando Jones on Wednesday. The pairing of Jones and Weaver in the masterclass is significant, as both starred in the 2002 HBCU classic “Drumline” opposite […]

Under the direction of Chennis Berry & Teddy Keaton, Benedict College & Allen Univeristy have become kings in the SIAC football landscape. For years, the SIAC has been largely dominated by three powers: Tuskegee University, Albany State University, and Fort Valley State University. The three programs have been led at one time or another by […]

In an interview with Essence, EARTHGANG, the Atlanta-originated rap group, reminisced on their college experience at Hampton University. Fresh off their EP Rip Human Art, the duo discussed the impact Hampton thad on their creative thought processes. EARTHGANG is a rap group that currently releases music under the Dreamville music label, famously owned by hip-hop legend J. Cole. Doctur […]

For the first time in school history, the Hampton Pirates football team will play in Maine against the University of Maine Black Bears on Nov. 4. The Pirates, coming off an electric victory over North Carolina A&T, will enter the matchup carrying a 4-4 overall record. More importantly, they currently sit at 2-3 against fellow […]

On Saturday, the undefeated Benedict College Tigers (9-0) are poised to finish their remarkable season as they host the formidable Allen University Yellow Jackets (7-2). This game holds significance for both teams – the Benedict College Tigers have been a force to be reckoned with throughout the season, while the Allen University Yellow Jackets are […]

South Carolina State University has recently been awarded a generous grant of $200,000 from Aflac as part of its CareGrant program, per a report by the Post & Courier. This program aims to assist individuals burdened with medical debt and support organizations that strive to improve medical outcomes. The grant, which was received on October […]

The NFL’s Jacksonville Jaguars recently had the privilege of hosting the Second Annual HBCU Careers in Sports event, per a statement by the team obtained by HBCU Pulse. This event was designed for current and alumni HBCU students who are interested in pursuing careers in the sports industry. It took place on October 20th, the […]

The latest rankings for the ESPN Band of the Year National Championships have been publicly released, according to a report by HBCU Gameday. As always, each HBCU Marching Band in Division I and Division II will present a performance to a committee consisting of esteemed current and former Band Directors. The committee will evaluate the […]

North Carolina A&T University’s homecoming got off to a rough start when vandals targeted the school’s entrance sign, as reported by HBCU Gameday. While homecoming is typically a time of unity and celebration, this act of vandalism has left some with mixed feelings. The sign had a green line of spray paint crossed through the […]

After years of injury and rehabilitation, NFL running back Tarik Cohen is nearly ready to set foot on an NFL field once again. Cohen, a former running back for the North Carolina A&T State Aggies, signed with his hometown Carolina Panthers in September as a member of the practice squad. Cohen was an elite prospect […]

Filmmakers Brandon and Ashley Dante Deese, both talented professionals who studied in New York City, are currently working on a documentary called “Our Blues Make Us Gold” that tells the captivating story of North Carolina A&T, per a feature report by MyFox8. The documentary aims to showcase both the triumphs and challenges faced by this […]

Behold the green and gold! Norfolk State University is one of the largest HBCUs in the state of Virginia. NSU is one of the top 25 HBCUs in the country according to the latest U.S News and World Report ranking. This HBCU has produced some of the most successful black media professionals and entrepreneurs in […]

Rayquan Smith, a running back and kick returner for Virginia State University, is beginning his own Name, Image, and Likeness service. The “King of NIL” is a co-founder of SponsorPro, a website where student-athletes can more easily connect with brands for sponsorship deals. On the website, both athletes and brands can sign up to connect […]