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Following a history-making run at Jackson State University, placekicker Leilani Armenta has entered the transfer portal per a report by David Edelstein of WJTV. Armenta made her debut as a placekicker for Jackson State during their matchup against SWAC East rival Bethune-Cookman University in the 2023 season. She started the game, kicking the ball off […]

While visiting his alma mater, Nick Cannon had a full-circle moment with an HBCU alumnus on the come-up in the media industry.  Cannon received a surprise Humanitarian Award at Howard University’s Bison Choice Awards on Monday, April 14. The event was part of the university’s annual “Made in the Mecca” Springfest, hosted by Howard UGSA. […]

The Morehouse College and Tuskegee University Classic, one of the longest-running rivalries in HBCU football, is getting a huge location update ahead of the 2025 season. The game, which has been held in Columbus, Georgia, at A.J. McClung Memorial Stadium is set to be moved to Montgomery, Alabama per a report by Kyle T. Mosely […]

The current lawsuit Shannon Sharpe is going through has been a whirlwind, and a day after his accuser — who goes by Jane Doe — and her lawyer dropped audio of one of the former NFL tight end’s alleged assaults, more allegations have been shared through audio. TMZ reported the audio. In the clips, Sharpe […]

Michael Vick’s first Spring Game at Norfolk State took place last week, marking the beginning of a new era for the program. The stadium was filled with passionate Norfolk State fans, while local and national media gathered to capture the historic event. The atmosphere at William “Dick” Price Stadium was electric, with the spotlight shining […]

Another former HBCU star looks to have an opportunity in the WNBA, as former Jackson State standout Ti’lan “Tilly” Boler has signed a training camp contract with the Chicago Sky. Bohler, who left Jackson State to transfer to Memphis, went unselected in last Monday’s 2025 WNBA Draft, but the Sky are looking to give her […]

Michael Vick and Norfolk State are set to lose a quarterback to the transfer portal following their Spring game last Saturday. Jaden Daniels, a quarterback who joined the team during Dawson Odom’s time with the program, announced his departure from the program on his social media account. His statement is below: “THANK YOU To the […]

Shannon Sharpe has responded to a sexual assault lawsuit filed against him in Nevada on Sunday by releasing a video statement on his social media. Sharpe shared a video on his social media accounts Tuesday afternoon addressing the lawsuit. This followed the release of a recording sent to TMZ Sports in which Sharpe is allegedly […]

In the wake of the accusations and lawsuit against Shannon Sharpe, his accuser, going by the pseudonym Jane Doe, has leaked audio of the alleged assault. Doe’s attorney, Tony Buzbee, revealed the audio to TMZ Sports. The context is unclear, but the accuser asks Sharpe not to “manipulate” her. They are having a dispute, and […]

During his introductory press conference, new Florida A&M head coach Charlie Ward made it clear that he isn’t a run-of-the-mill celebrity hire; he was born and raised in the tradition of the Tallahassee-based HBCU. “This is the only job, collegiate job, I was willing to take,” Ward said. “Many of you may know me as […]

Following his transfer to Jackson State in January, Nate Rembert is staying with the defending HBCU champions. Over the weekend, Rembert announced on social media that he plans to enter the transfer portal and leave the team he started the year with. But it appears that he had a change of heart over the holiday […]

Shannon Sharpe has responded to the $50 million lawsuit filed by Jane Doe that accuses him of sexual assault and battery. In a post on his social media accounts, Sharpe, via his legal representation Lanny J. Davis, refuted the allegations and released the text messages of his encounters with Jane Doe, whom Davis identifies as […]

Pro Hall of Famer and ESPN First Take star Shannon Sharpe has been hit with a $50 million sexual assault lawsuit, per a report by TMZ Sports on Monday morning. The 13-page lawsuit was filed by a “Jane Doe” in Nevada, alleging Sharpe had committed assault, sexual assault, battery, and sexual battery, and that he […]

Last season, Irv Mulligan etched his name in the history of Jackson State and HBCU football as he surpassed Walter Payton’s long-held single-season rushing yards record of 1,139 yards that he set in 1973. The moment was full circle for the former Wofford star, as playing for the same institution as Payton was one of […]

Morgan State wrestling has made a huge statement in recruiting, as they’ve landed one of the top wrestling talents in the nation in Anthony Ferrari. Ferrari, a nationally ranked wrestler and a former top 15 wrestling recruit, announced his commitment to the HBCU  on his social media after a most recent stint at Long Island […]

After using his experience to sell to teams why he would thrive if drafted into a rebuild, Shedeur Sanders brought up his experience in turning both Jackson State and Colorado into perennial championship contenders. “I don’t think Jackson State or Colorado had a winning history before I got there. It’s just another day in the […]

Michael Vick’s time at Norfolk State is set to be chronicled in a docuseries on BET, per a press release by BET Media Group on Thursday morning. The series is set to be produced by SMAC Entertainment, a company co-founded by HBCU alumnus and Super Bowl Champion Michael Strahan. The show will be executive produced […]

Two HBCU bands joined rapper Travis Scott on stage at this year’s Coachella music festival. Florida A&M University’s Marching “100” band and Jackson State University’s Sonic Boom of the South joined Scott for several songs during his performance during the festival. Twenty-six members of the FAMU Marching 100 joined Scott for the performance. The university’s […]

Fisk University gymnast Morgan Price continues to add to her historic gymnastics’ legacy. During the 2025 Women’s Collegiate Gymnastics National Invitational Championships in Shreveport, Louisiana, she won first place in all four individual events: vault, uneven bars, balance beam, and floor exercise. She also won the all-around national championship title at the event. “I’ve dedicated […]

As Charlie Ward finalizes a deal to become the next head coach of Florida A&M University, pending approval by the Board of Trustees, former Houston Rockets coach Jeff Van Gundy weighed in on Ward’s impending hire. Ward served as an assistant coach on Van Gundy’s Rockets coaching staff following his retirement in 2004. Per comments […]

Florida A&M is nearing a deal with Charlie Ward to become the next head coach of the men’s basketball program, pending approval of the proposed coaching contract by the Florida A&M Board of Trustees. Ahead of the meeting, the terms of Ward’s proposed contract were released. According to the contract, Charlie Ward will receive the […]

Former University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff coach Dawn Thornton reacted to her former player Zaay Green being selected by the Washington Mystics in the 2025 WNBA Draft. Thornton recruited Green to UAPB, in which the WNBA draftee led the team to immense success. Thornton posted a heartfelt caption on her Instagram about Green being […]

North Carolina A&T State University just proved that excellence isn’t a one-time thing; it’s a tradition in the making. Last Saturday, the North Carolina A&T Aggie cheerleading team defended their national title and walked away as back-to-back champions in the Intermediate Small Coed Division I at the NCA & NDA 2025 College National Championship. This […]

Dr. Cornel West is set to be the keynote speaker at the 141st commencement ceremony at Morehouse College. The ceremony will be held Sunday, May 18, at 9 a.m. on the Central Campus. Dr. West will also receive an honorary doctorate of humane letters during the ceremony. Dr. West is a well-known philosopher, activist, politician, […]

North Carolina Central University (NCCU) has seen a record increase in enrollment between this spring and last spring. Enrollment has increased by 13.56%, the largest enrollment increase amongst the 17 University of North Carolina System institutions. North Carolina Central currently has 8,065 students enrolled. “NCCU’s brand is just resonating in the market where students are […]

Former Florida State legend Charlie Ward is set to be the latest Seminole leading a Florida A&M athletics program, as he is finalizing a deal to become the next basketball coach following the departure of Patrick Crarey II. News of mutual interest between Ward and Florida A&M was first broken by Scottay of Offscript TV […]

HBCU basketball fans left the WNBA Draft happy as they witnessed another former HBCU athlete hear their name called in the 2025 NBA Draft. Former UAPB star Zaay Green was selected with the 32nd pick in the draft by the Washington Mystics. Green’s journey to the WNBA is awe-inspiring and inspirational, given her triumph from […]

Former Florida A&M coach Patrick Crarey II released a statement following his exit from the institution. Crarey was hired by Grambling State following the departure of head coach Donte Jackson to Alabama A&M. He posted a statement on his social media, which read: “It’s been an honor to coach at Florida A&M University this past […]

Former North Carolina Central star Davius Richard is returning to his alma mater three seasons after leading them to a national championship. The former star quarterback has been hired as North Carolina Central’s quarterback’s coach, and he’s been on the job as the Eagles progress through Spring Practice. In a statement to CBS17, Richard discussed […]

Looks like Chrisean Rock is stepping into a new era, and she’s doing it with an HBCU athlete by her side. A viral video recently hit the timeline showing the reality star getting cozy with Morgan State basketball player Tytan Newton. In the clip, the two are seen kissing, and Rock didn’t shy away from […]

Former HBCU and Alabama star Zaay Green is seeing her professional hoops dreams come true, as she’s been selected by the Washington Mystics with the 32nd pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft. The Duncanville, Texas native began her collegiate basketball journey at the University of Tennessee in 2018. As a member of the the Tennesee […]

Former Norfolk State star Kierra Wheeler is officially taking her talents to West Virginia. After speculation that she would follow her former coach Larry Vickers to Auburn, Wheeler is officially a Mountaineer and will look to make the most of her final season of eligibility. Wheeler announced her intentions to enter the transfer portal earlier […]

The blockbuster matchup between Michael Vick’s Norfolk State and DeSean Jackson’s Delaware State just received a huge update from Jackson at the Hornet’s Spring Game. Earlier this year, Jackson expressed interest in the game being played at Lincoln Memorial Field, home of the Philadelphia Eagles. What some assumed to be a passing mention in a […]

Following Delaware State’s Red & White game, head coach DeSean Jackson didn’t mince words when he said who won the game. “Oh man. ’cause obviously the offense won the game. I think it was like 21-16, right? I was asking the offense if they wanted to give the defense another shot at, you know, playing […]

Former Southern University football player Quaydarius Davis made headlines over the weekend when a viral video of him allegedly attacking his ex-girlfriend circulated online. Davis has since been arrested on domestic violence-related charges and booked into the Tulsa County Jail in Oklahoma on Saturday, Apr. 12. The 22-year-old faces charges of first-degree burglary, domestic abuse, […]

Following the retirement of Freda-Freeman Jackson after 27 years with the program, Alabama State women’s basketball has found their new leader in Johnetta Hayes. The hire was announced on Friday afternoon via a statement by the athletics department. “I am deeply grateful to President Ross, Dr. Cable, and Dr. Lavalais for entrusting me with the […]

An arrest has been made in the murder of Gennia Grimes, a member of the Alabama State University Honey Beez dance team. Her boyfriend, Rogers McCloud Jr., was arrested on a capital murder charge and is currently being held without bond in a Montgomery County Detention Facility. Montgomery County sheriff’s deputies responded to a report […]

After a career spanning eight years, including roles on contending NBA teams, Kyle O’Quinn has officially retired from basketball. Although his time on the court has ended, his involvement in athletics is far from over. Without delay, O’Quinn is returning to his alma mater, Norfolk State University, as the executive director of athletic advancement. O’Quinn […]

Add Morehouse College to the list of basketball programs that enter the offseason with a coaching shakeup, as head coach Doug Whittler and assistant head coach Terrell Polk are departing the institution. First reported by Black Sports Insiders’s Keisha J. Kelley, Morehouse College President David A. Thomas released a statement about their departure. “”We sincerely […]