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North Carolina A&T women’s basketball head coach Tarrell Robinson arguably gave the best interview at media day. The conversation was full of in-depth analysis and a peek at the team’s psyche going into the season. He also made sure to stand up for his team after hearing they finished low in the coaches poll. The […]

Along with the rest of the CAA, Hampton University’s men’s and women’s basketball coaches joined the live-streamed media day festivities. Fans could tune into the Field of 68’s YouTube channel to listen to their favorite team’s head coach preview the arrival of the new season. The men’s head coach, Edward Joyner Jr., gave his interview […]

The SIAC football season concludes this weekend and the championship picture has become more clear. Four SIAC teams are contending for the championship: undefeated Benedict College (9-0, 7-0 SIAC), Tuskegee University (7-2, 6-1 SIAC), Fort Valley State University (7-2, 6-1 SIAC) and Albany State University (5-4, 5-2 SIAC). Benedict College has secured its place in […]

The late season matchup between Alcorn & Texas Southern, which was originally scheduled for November 11th in Shell Energy Stadium, has been moved to November 12 at 2 PM EST, per a statement by Texas Southern. The change is due to the Major League Soccer playoffs where the Houston Dynamo will be hosting a home […]

Tuskegee staged a comeback in the final quarter to overcome a 3-0 deficit and defeat Clark Atlanta with a score of 14-3. This victory marked their fifth come-from-behind win of the season. The Golden Tigers faced numerous challenging battles throughout the season, including close encounters with Fort Valley State, Lane, Central State, Edward Waters, and […]

Morgan State orchestrated a remarkable comeback, overcoming an 18-point deficit to secure a 32-28 victory over Norfolk State. The game started with Morgan State’s Beckett Leary missing a 46-yard field goal, but he quickly redeemed himself with a successful 31-yard kick, putting the first points on the board. Norfolk State responded swiftly, with Kuhns connecting […]

Alumni and students filled hundreds of seats in Howard Univeristy’s Burr Gymnasium to watch Greek organizations and campus step teams compete for a cash prize in the annual Homecoming Step Show. This year’s homecoming theme was “Revival”, the university stated, “This year’s theme, “Revival” signifies the time to recapture the enthusiasm of the past, rekindle […]

Howard University kicked off the eventful weekend with its annual Yardfest concert that featured . Set up for the event begins early on in the week where vendors set up tents, food trucks, signs, and the large center stage where headliners perform.  Students and alumni field onto the yard starting early on Friday morning trying […]

Howard University’s annual tailgate went from an enjoyable reunion-style day party to a quickly turned dangerous affair. The university’s website describes the event as a “time to recapture the enthusiasm of the past, rekindle our flames of school pride, and reconnect with the stories and memories that make Howard special.”  On Saturday, October 14, alumni […]

Howard University secured another clutch victory against Delaware State, winning 17-10 and extending their undefeated streak in the MEAC. The Bison’s next formidable challenge awaits them on November 11th against North Carolina Central. Notably, this game marked Delaware State head coach Lee Hull’s first encounter with Howard University, having previously served as their offensive coordinator […]

Jackson State University dominated the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff 40-14 to secure T.C. Taylor’s first winning season. The game also saw Tigers placekicker Leilani Armenta make history by scoring the first woman to score a point in Division I HBCU football history. T.C. Taylor, after being upset at his team’s performance last week […]

Florida A&M’s football team wins their sixth straight game at their homecoming, dominating Prairie View A&M 45-7. The Rattlers improve to 7-1 on the season and have already clinched the SWAC East Division. ANOTHER HAPPY HOMECOMING FOR THE RATTLERS! The Rattlers are now the SWAC East Champions! FAMU – 45 PVAMU- 7#FAMU | #Rattlers | […]

In a stunning upset, the Albany State Golden Rams (5-4) crushed the Miles College Bears (6-3) with a score of 48-7. This game held significant importance for Miles College, as they were one of the four teams vying for second place in the SIAC standings. Despite their two-game losing streak, the Golden Rams unleashed a […]

After suffering a 28-21 loss to Miles College in the previous week’s matchup, the Allen University Yellow Jackets (7-2) bounced back and delivered an impressive performance against the Edward Waters Tigers (5-4) on Saturday afternoon, securing a dominant 59-21 victory in the AME Classic. This triumph marks only the second time since 1963 that the […]

In the latest vlog-style video from Deion Sanders Jr., it appeared that a few Colorado Buffaloes football players had their jewelry stolen from the Rose Bowl bowl locker room following their 28-16 loss to the UCLA Bruins. Sanders Jr. posted about the incident in promotion of his latest video on the Well Off Media YouTube. […]

The scorching October heat foreshadowed a hard-fought battle, with both teams struggling to reach 20 points by the game’s end. Such contests suit the Howard University Bison well, as they emerged victorious with a 17-10 triumph over the Delaware State Hornets on October 28th in Dover, DE, securing a 2-0 record in conference play this […]

Ken Griffey Jr. son and Florida A&M defensive back Tevin Griffey had an amazing night during homecoming in front of a national TV audience. Griffey nabbed a pick-six that he returned for 10-yards to make the score 46-7 with 1:35 left in the game. The Rattler homecoming crowd went wild and his dad was on […]

The Benedict College Tigers continue their winning streak, triumphing over the resilient Savannah State Tigers with a score of 38-17. With a flawless 9-0 record, Benedict stands as the only undefeated team in the SIAC conference, making a resounding statement that they are a force to be reckoned with in the playoffs. This game held […]

In a game that started out as a defensive battle, Alabama State triumphed over Alabama A&M in the Magic City Classic, 31-16. The Alabama A&M Bulldogs, best known for their offensive firepower, could not move the ball effectively against the Hornets, especially in the second half. This year was the 87th meeting between Alabama State […]

Fayetteville State won against Shaw University with a score of 21-14. The game-winning moment happened when quarterback Joe Owens threw a 60-yard touchdown pass to Nigel Fitzgerald with only 20 seconds left on the clock. Fitzgerald, who finished the game with four catches for 91 yards, spoke about the game-winning touchdown postgame per a quote […]

Florida A&M alumnus and Birmingham native Roy Wood Jr. had a hilarious response to Mayor Randall Woodfin’s advisory rules for the Magic City Classic. The classic, the most attended HBCU game of the year, is a cultural touchpoint in the Birmingham area. Fans from around the nation come down to partake in the festivities. Woodfin, […]

On Hampton University’s homecoming, the Pirates’ football team survived a tough battle against their lone CAA HBCU rival, the North Carolina A&T Aggies. The final score of 26-24 was a result of a penalty-filled, mistaken-laden fiasco from both teams in all three phases of the game. After an abysmal couple of weeks, the Pirates finally […]

Eddie George and Tennessee State dominated Lindenwood from the start to the finish of the Saturday afternoon contest, securing the team’s first winning season since 2017. The Tigers were clicking on all cylinders, completely taking over the game at all three phases. The Tigers deployed a two-quarterback system that yielded 298 total passing yards on […]

Jackson State soccer player and football punter/kicker Leilani Armenta just made history again in Jackson State’s 40-14 rout of the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff. Armenta is now the first woman in Division I football to score a point and the second female player in college football to score a point, following Shaw University […]

Every year since the Celebration Bowl was created in 2015 there’s seemingly a conversation about if HBCUs would fare better competing in the NCAA Division I FCS Playoffs. Many believe it’s a better opportunity for athletes to take the field against high-quality competition, an often-discussed condemnation of the level of play in HBCU football. Others […]

Bowie State University’s study program for incarcerated individuals in Maryland has garnered significant attention since its launch in January 2022. The program, which has been immensely successful, recently caught the eye of CBS News, leading to a feature on the university’s partnership with Jessup Correctional Institute. Expanding its reach, the program is now accepting 10 […]

Maker’s Mark, the renowned Bourbon whiskey brand, is teaming up with Morehouse alumnus Harold H. Montgomery Jr. and Spelman alumna D’Angela Proctor to create a special bourbon edition dedicated to honoring HBCUs. This collaboration aims to celebrate the rich cultural heritage and legacy of these esteemed institutions. According to a feature report by Elizabeth Ayoola […]

Howard University is forming an ice skating team per a report by U.S. Figure Skating. The team was founded by Maya James and Cheyenne Walker, two Howard students who have been involved in the sport since they were children. The duo made the choice of attending Howard instead of other institutions that already had Ice Skating […]

Eddie George has seen immense success this season at the helm of the Tennessee State Tigers but his former Titans teammates already knew that greater was coming for the former Heisman winner. In an article in The Tennessean written by Mike Organ entitled, “Eddie George’s TSU success no shock for Jeff Fisher, ex-Tennessee Titans teammates”, […]

Eddie George’s coaching tenure at Tennesee State University caused his former Titans head coach Jeff Fisher to become a fan of HBCU football. The Tennessean published a feature article written by Mike Organ entitled, “Eddie George’s TSU success no shock for Jeff Fisher, ex-Tennessee Titans teammates” that outlines the support that his former teammates and […]

As Benedict Colleges heads to Georgia to play Savannah State, it will be a homecoming for head coach Chennis Berry. Berry is a Savannah State University alum, graduating with a bachelor’s in business administration. Berry returns to Savannah State at the top of the HBCU world. According to the latest AFCA Coaches Poll, the Benedict […]

The latest Division II rankings from the ESPN Band of the Year committee dropped exclusively on HBCU Gameday and Winston Salem State University’s Red Sea of Sound is now ranked #1. The rankings have been narrowed down to the top 10 bands with WSSU jumping up from #10 to #1 since the last rankings were posted in September. They […]

Tuskegee University has made history by announcing that the entire men’s and women’s basketball regular season will be broadcast through the Golden Tigers Sports Network (GTSN). Starting with the 2023-24 season, fans and supporters of Tuskegee University will have the opportunity to watch a full season of basketball games streamed live for the first time […]

North Carolina Central University dominated the South Carolina State University Bulldogs in a high-scoring game, securing a resounding 62-28 victory. The Eagles’ offense put on a remarkable display, led by senior quarterback Davius Richard, who finished the game with 352 passing yards and delivered five passing touchdowns and two rushing touchdowns. The game saw North […]

Kim Godwin, an alumna of Florida A&M University and the president of ABC News has been chosen to address the Fall graduates of Morgan State University during their upcoming commencement. The university made an official statement confirming this news that was obtained by HBCU Pulse. As the first Black woman to hold the position of […]

This Saturday, the Savannah State Tigers (2-6) will host the undefeated Benedict College (8-0). However, their recent performances tell different stories. Savannah State has struggled, losing five of their last six games, including a 14-21 defeat against Tuskegee University. Benedict College, however, is soaring high, coming off a convincing 63-14 win against Kentucky State University […]

Hampton and North Carolina A&T’s football teams square off Saturday, Oct. 28 during the Pirate’s homecoming celebration. As the only HBCUs in the Coastal Athletic Association, the game means more to players and fans alike than just an intra-conference showdown. “We know it’s their homecoming, so there’s going to be a lot of excitement around […]

North Carolina A&T University is among the top HBCUs in the country. Part of the university’s prominence lies in its active alumni base. Any HBCU event is bound to be populated by people adorned in blue and yellow, likely chanting “Aggie Pride” to all who are near. Graduates from the university dominate in all professional […]

The art form of storytelling has been around since the beginning of time and continues to grow as time continues. HBCUs have produced some of the most influential storytellers that the world has ever known. Authors like Toni Morrison and Alice Walker come from HBCUs. In this HBCU Success Story, we are going to highlight […]