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Florida A&M football’s participation in the upcoming Orange Blossom Classic will be its last. FAMU has declined a three-year invitation to continue participating in the game, per Rattler Nation.  An email obtained by Rattler Nation says FAMU turned down a three-year, $1.475 million offer. The offer included $450,000 in 2024, $500,000 in 2025, and $525,000 […]

Florida A&M football finished last season on a nine-game winning streak, nearly beating out Deion Sanders’ Jackson State Tigers for first in the SWAC. Florida A&M alums have been making big moves ever since, including the hiring of former grad G. Scott Uzzell at one of Nike’s top positions. Head Coach Willie Simmons recently dropped […]

After two seasons at Norfolk State, 24-year-old forward Kris Bankston declared for the 2023 NBA Draft and will now get his chance to latch on with a franchise after agreeing to play for the Minnesota Timberwolves in the NBA Summer League (h/t Kyle T. Mosley of HBCU Legends) Bankston averaged 14.2 points, 7.1 rebounds, 1.5 […]

Tennessee State and the NHL have been exploring a route to be the first Historically Black College or University to field an NCAA hockey team at the Division I level. President Gloria Glover may just turn that into a reality. The NHL and its player association have been setting up Tennessee State’s pursuit of a […]

North Carolina A&T football continues to get comfortable in the Big South Conference and are in prime position to compete for the league title again next season. However, the Aggies’ plans run deep into the future, as they added two promising offensive recruits for the 2024 class. Quarterback Ty’Ray Davis and jack-of-all-trades Corbin Wilson committed […]

The NFL Draft is not the last chance for college football standouts to make it in the league. Athletes can get in by trying out for a practice squad position and then make their way up or get called up for the NFL supplemental draft. Jackson State football star Malachi Wideman is on his way […]

It is not often that fans see NBA Draft picks from an HBCU. Most of them do have connections through relatives and even immediate family members like the Thompson twins. The 2023 Draft Class has its fair share of HBCU roots. None are more prominent than the Charlotte Hornets’ second overall pick Brandon Miller and […]

It’s not everyday that college basketball players get to play for a former NBA player. But that was the situation Romelle Mansel found himself in when he transferred to HBCU Jackson State last season. Mo Williams had just accepted the head coaching job for the Tigers at the beginning of the 2022-23 season, Mansel’s first […]

Quaterius Hawkins had had quite the journey, signing with Grambling State University in 2022 after three seasons at Jones College, a NJCAA Division I school in Ellisville, MS. The dual-threat quarterback amassed 3,064 passing yards and 21 touchdowns while rushing for 347 yards and another seven touchdowns during his time with the Bobcats, then three […]

Beloved former Green Bay Packers wide receiver Donald Driver is moving forward with an ambitious goal that he hopes will have an enormous impact on Delaware State and the HBCU community as a whole. The Super Bowl 45 champion signed a multi-year agreement with the university to implement a sports performance program called Driven Elite […]

Florida A&M University must be one proud school as one of their alumnus just got one of the top positions in Nike. G. Scott Uzzell is set to take on the vice president and general manager role in North America after his role at Converse, per HBCU news. The sports businessman was a business graduate […]

Former Norfolk State football offensive lineman Andrew Nickens announced that he is transferring to the North Carolina Central University football program to play for head coach Trei Oliver. The North Carolina Central University football program and the Norfolk State football program are rivals, so Andre Nickens’ commitment is a big get for Trei Oliver. Nickens […]

Alabama A&M football strengthens its defense by acquiring Dorian Pickett. The former Appalachian State football defensive lineman is headed to the Bulldogs through the transfer portal. Dorian Pickett received offers from Tennessee State, North Carolina A&T, and Valdosta State. He eventually chose to play for Alabama A&M football. His announcement came through a Twitter post […]

On Friday, June 16, Robert Mitchell, an offensive lineman from North Carolina Central (NCCU), and Keyron Kinsler Jr., a defensive back from Alcorn State, achieved significant milestones in their football careers and for HBCU schools by being selected in the XFL Rookie Draft, per HBCU Gameday. Robert Mitchell, hailing from Millsboro, Delaware, was chosen by […]

In a significant development for Jackson State University football and the broader HBCU community, the Tigers have emerged as the frontrunners in ticket revenue among historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs). According to a recent report from the Knight-Newhouse College Athletics Database, Jackson State’s football program has propelled the university to a commanding lead, surpassing […]

With a full season of Desmond Ridder at quarterback, the Atlanta Falcons are hoping for much bigger things from their offense this season. As they look to get Ridder a few more weapons, the Falcons have turned to a former HBCU standout turned XFL star. The Falcons have signed wide receiver Chris Blair, the XFL […]

The Jackson State Tigers have landed a commitment from 2023 3-star wide receiver Lester Miller, according to his Twitter. Miller previously committed to play at Ole Miss. “Sometimes our plans aren’t God’s plans and I’m trusting Him on this one!” Miller Tweeted. “Say hello to the newest member of the #1400Klub.” In his senior season […]

In preparation for the highly anticipated 2023 SWAC and Celebration Bowl championship season, Willie Simmons, a seasoned coach with extensive experience in the SWAC, recently opened up about the ongoing rivalry between the football teams of Florida A&M University (FAMU) and Jackson State University. Speaking on The Victory Formation Sports Show, Simmons shed light on […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers are conducting minicamp at St. Vincent College in Latrobe, Pennsylvania. An area of focus for Mike Tomlin and the Steelers is the running game. The Steelers finished fourth-to-last in the NFL last season. Pittsburgh is expected to start Najee Harris at running back, but an HBCU rookie named Alfonzo Graham is turning […]

Byron Perkins, a talented football player from Hampton University, made a special appearance on ESPN SportsCenter on Thursday afternoon as part of the network’s observance of Pride month, which recognizes and celebrates the LGBTQ+ community. Last October, Perkins achieved a remarkable milestone by becoming the first openly gay active football player in a Historically Black […]

Nike enthusiasts and basketball fans alike have reason to rejoice as the iconic sports brand gears up for the release of the highly anticipated Nike LeBron 7 ‘Florida A&M’ sneaker in ‘Gorge Green’ color. Regarded as one of LeBron James’ most beloved signature models, the Nike LeBron 7 has captivated sneakerheads for over a decade […]

Colorado football coach Deion Sanders announced on his Instagram that he would not be attending the HBCU megacamp at Morehouse College in Atlanta this weekend, but said he will be sending some members of his coaching staff to possibly select players. “You know I love me some Atlanta so it’s gotta be a big deal […]

Grambling State University (GSU) football is adopting a new strategy for in-state recruiting under the leadership of coach Hue Jackson. Hue had been the coach of the Tigers since they first reached out to him in December 2021, and among the many things he learned in his first year, he learned the key to effective […]

As Houston Texans offensive lineman and former Alabama State star Tytus Howard was presented with the Pro Player of The Year award by the Black College Football Hall of Fame in Atlanta this past Saturday, he made sure to never forget his roots, and plans to continue to ‘put on for HBCUs’. This presentation was […]

Colorado football coach Deion Sanders is not just one proud mentor to the Buffaloes. He is also a proud parent to his son. All of the efforts by Coach Prime and Shedeur Sanders paid off. The Black College Football Hall of Fame awarded the former Jackson State football quarterback their elusive Deacon Jones Award. He […]

The rosters for this year’s HBCU Swingman Classic at Seattle’s MLB All-Star Game were announced Friday afternoon by MLB’s Youth Development Foundation. The game is set to take place on Friday, July 7, at 10:30 p.m. ET and will air on MLB Network. Here’s a look at the rosters for the contest: Introducing the roster […]

The upcoming season will be exciting and pivotal for Florida A&M football in many ways. The program will be charging into the newly renamed Ken Riley Field after deciding to honor the late-great Rattlers quarterback and Pro Football Hall of Famer. This new era would not be complete, though, without a couple new potential stars. […]

Colorado football coach Deion Sanders paid Prairie View A&M a visit for a football mega camp. He praised the school’s facilities in a conversation with president Dr. Tomikia LeGrande, who was on her first day of the job. “We’ve been everywhere,” Sanders said, as seen on Thee Pregame Show. “I’ve been to the pros. Power […]

Houston Texans offensive lineman and former Alabama State standout Tytus Howard has been named the recipient of the prestigious 2023 Black College Football Pro Player of the Year award. Presented by the NFL Players Association (NFLPA), this honor is bestowed annually upon a distinguished professional football player who attended a Historically Black College and University […]

Exciting news is brewing for the talented young athlete, Jackson Briley, as North Carolina Central University has extended a verbal scholarship offer to the rising senior edge rusher from Wake Forest High School. This marks Briley’s first official offer, setting the stage for a promising future in football. Standing tall at an impressive 6-foot-4 and […]

The HBCU Legacy Bowl has entered into a years-long partnership with insurance giant Allstate as the game’s exclusive title sponsor. The postseason showcase of the best players from across the HBCU college football landscape will henceforth be known as the Allstate HBCU Legacy Bowl. “We are incredibly excited and honored to partner with Allstate in […]

The Florida A&M Rattlers unanimously approved a name change to the football field in honor of legendary player and coach Ken Riley on Thursday evening. Riley unfortunately passed away in 2020 at the age of 72, but was acknowledged posthumously when he was inducted into the 2023 Pro Football Hall of Fame. Riley played 15 […]

Charlotte used to be the home of the CIAA basketball tournament. After its stint in North Carolina, the tournament led by Commissioner Jacqie McWilliams found its new home in Baltimore. The city has more than embraced the impact of the oldest HBCU tournament. Even Governor Wes Moore welcomed it with open arms. CIAA basketball and […]

Detroit Lions linebacker James Houston is setting lofty goals for himself one season into his NFL career. The Jackson State standout had a solid rookie season with the Lions in 2022 but wants more as the team looks to reach new heights in 2023. “My role is majority pass rush and getting sacks. I just […]

Chris Paul is known for his elite college stint with Wake Forest basketball. Little do most people know that the point of god is a proud product of an HBCU. Paul graduated from Winston-Salem State University in December with a degree in Communications. It had a massive impact on the former Phoenix Suns star. Chris […]

Jackson State football surged to a 12-1 season in 2022 under Head Coach Deion Sanders. The Tigers gave up 13.5 points per game and were led by a secondary including cornerback De’Jahn Warren. On Tuesday, Warren announced he will continue his football career with the USFL’s New Jersey Generals. Warren is a 6-foot-1, 185 pound […]

Alabama State running back Jacory Merritt announced he would transfer to the New Mexico football program, according to a Monday article from HBCU Gameday Founder Steven J. Gaither. Merritt spent two and one-half seasons with Alabama State, wrote Gaither. He gained a total of 985 rushing yards and 10 touchdowns on 248 attempts, according to […]

With additions such as Allen Robinson and Broderick Jones, the Pittsburgh Steelers have invested in improving their offense this offseason. The Steelers have now made another addition to their roster in the form of an HBCU standout. Pittsburgh has signed former Virginia State running back Darius Hagans, the team announced. His signing comes after the […]

Missouri baseball made a significant hire in the college baseball landscape, naming Kerrick Jackson their head coach on Sunday. Jackson is the first Black head coach in SEC baseball history. Jackson was an assistant coach for Missouri baseball from 2011-2015. “It’s a great honor to come back to the University of Missouri and lead the […]