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East Carolina baseball player Parker Byrd is accomplishing an incredible feat. The Pirate baseball player played his first college baseball game with a prosthetic leg after suffering a horrible accident in 2022, per Fox Sports. Parker Bryd of @ECUBaseball lost his leg after a boating accident in 2022. Today, he officially became the first ever […]

The UConn women’s basketball team has a road game scheduled in Cincinnati, Ohio against the Xavier Musketeers on Wednesday, and the team is preparing in myriad ways. Recently Coach Geno Auriemma had a stark reaction after compiling 1,200 wins in his storied coaching career. He also spoke about his thoughts on the NCAA Tournament and […]

The Florida State Seminoles lost a legend on Thursday as former baseball head coach Mike Martin passed away at the age of 79, per the official release from the program. ‘Mike Martin, Florida State baseball’s head coach for 40 seasons and the winningest coach in college baseball history, died Thursday, February 1, 2024, after a […]

Alabama baseball head coach Brad Bohannon was fired last Spring because of suspicious betting activity. More details have emerged regarding the investigation into the former Crimson Tide head coach, and an in-depth list of punishments has also been released. Bohannon was giving insider information on Alabama baseball games to someone that he knew was involved […]

It was not quite a Dame Time kind of night for Damian Lillard and the Milwaukee Bucks on Wednesday, as they got upset by the Portland Trail Blazers at Moda Center, 119-116. Of course, the talk of the town after the game centered around Lillard, who did not get quite the result he wanted in […]

Colorado head coach Deion Sanders says he wants to help Florida A&M determine their next head coach. The former Jackson State head coach who departed the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) in December of 2022 to coach the Buffaloes offered his list of coaches in his network that he believed could handle the job in a […]

The New Year kicked off on a high note for LSU gymnastics, particularly for star athlete Olivia Dunne. Fresh off their first victory of the season on Saturday, Dunne took to Instagram to express her excitement for the competitive season ahead. Sharing a selfie from the LSU dressing room, the 21-year-old gymnast captioned it: “I […]

The Atlanta Braves are set to set the HBCU Baseball Classic between Grambling State and Florida A&M on the first two days of March. The series is also known as the Garr-Lucas, named after Ralph Garr and Bill Lucas, alumni of Grambling State and Florida A&M, respectively, and Hall of Fame players with the Braves. […]

There are very few individuals making waves in professional sports like Brandon Rembert, a graduate of Alcorn State who recently broke into the MLB space as an Operations Assistant and a scout. Rembert’s story is full of promise, heartbreak, determination, and embodies the essence of perseverance. Rembert was born and grew up in Pensacola, Florida. From […]

After being a top football program for decades, the Alabama basketball team has been making serious noise in the college basketball world in recent years. As it turns out, the Crimson Tide are likely to remain at the top of the nation thanks to their recruiting process. Largely because the Alabama basketball program just reeled […]

Oregon State and Washington State are forging ahead after the demise of the Pac-12 Conference. On Wednesday, the news broke that the two schools have found a home for most of their non-football sports for the time being, according to Nicole Auerbach of The Athletic: “The WCC is set to add Oregon State and Washington […]

The NCAA women’s volleyball final, featuring Texas and Nebraska, shattered viewership records on Sunday, outshining even NFL competition. Airing on ABC, the match set a new standard in popularity for women’s college volleyball, drawing an impressive 1.69 million viewers and earning a 0.8 rating. This milestone surpassed a regional FOX broadcast in October, which benefitted […]

The Texas women’s volleyball team clinched its second consecutive NCAA women’s volleyball championship by sweeping Nebraska on Sunday. With a record of 28-4, the Longhorns showcased their dominance in the postseason, notably defeating three of the top four seeds. Their final triumph was a decisive 25-22, 25-14, 25-11 victory over the No. 1-ranked Huskers, who […]

LSU women’s gymnastics standout Olivia Dunne and Leaf Trading Cards have unveiled an exclusive collection of memorabilia. The launch speaks to Dunne’s impact in the NIL era, spotlighting her as a trendsetter among college athletes. With a robust social media presence and a diverse brand portfolio, Dunne has been a leading figure in leveraging NIL […]

The Texas women’s volleyball team showed their championship caliber by defeating Wisconsin in the NCAA Volleyball Championships semifinals on Thursday. Despite expectations of rebuilding after last year’s championship win, the Longhorns are now eyeing a repeat title. “Yeah, we don’t have to prove anything to anyone,” Junior outside hitter Madisen Skinner said, via Steve Habel […]

Tennessee softball’s starting shortstop Mackenzie Donihoo announced her medical retirement. Donihoo, known for her significant contribution to Tennessee softball’s 2023 Women’s College World Series journey, expressed mixed emotions over this decision in a social media post Wednesday. Her impactful one-season tenure with the Lady Vols, following a transfer from the University of Oklahoma, was marked […]

Following a visit to Capitol Hill to speak with lawmakers about the NIL rights for student-athletes and the ever-changing economics of college athletics, the commissioners of four of the five historically black collegiate athletic conferences (CIAA, SIAC, MEAC, SWAC) penned an op-ed about the subject in the publication The Hill. In the letter, the group […]

The Nebraska women’s volleyball team, after a season of impressive performances and strategic plays, has secured its place in the NCAA Final Four. The achievement marks a significant milestone for the team, with it being its first Final Four appearance since 2021. During the critical match that solidified their spot in the Final Four on […]

Jackson State has seen success on the field and the court this year but the Tiger student-athletes are also succeeding off of it. Jackson State Associate Athletic Director of Compliance posted a graphic on Twitter/X reporting that Jackson State’s student-athletes have an 89% graduation success rate (GSR), which is the third highest in Mississippi and […]

In a landmark legal action that could reshape the dynamics of college sports’ NIL system, 32 female athletes from the University of Oregon have filed a class action lawsuit Title IX for sex discrimination against their university. This significant move, involving 26 members of the women’s beach volleyball team and six club rowers, targets the […]

The Nebraska women’s volleyball team, under the exceptional leadership of captains Lexi Rodriguez and Merritt Beason, has crafted a remarkable season, standing undefeated with a 27-0 record and clinching the Big Ten championship. This feat, a testament to their resilience and skill, has positioned them as frontrunners for the NCAA tournament’s top seed. “We’ve been […]

In response to a growing concern over player safety in women’s lacrosse, the NCAA has announced significant changes to its penalty system, set to take effect in the 2024 season. These revisions, approved by the NCAA’s Playing Rules Oversight Panel in July, aim to curb the physicality that has increasingly characterized the sport. Starting in […]

In a thrilling double-overtime penalty shootout, the UNC field hockey team, led by Erin Matson, achieved a remarkable victory, beating the Northwestern Wildcats 2-1 on Sunday to clinch the NCAA championship. This win not only gave the Tar Heels it’s 11th title, but also marked Matson as the youngest college head coach to clinch a […]

The much-anticipated move of ASU to the Big 12 Conference has primarily focused on Sun Devil football and basketball, but recent developments have shed light on the future of the ASU women’s lacrosse and beach volleyball teams. After a period of uncertainty, it’s now confirmed that these teams will join the Big 12 in the […]

The University of Utah has placed head women’s gymnastics coach Tom Farden on paid administrative leave following allegations of abuse from former team members. This decision, announced on Nov. 12, comes in the wake of statements by former gymnasts Kara Eaker and Kim Tessen, who alleged emotional and verbal abuse during their time on the […]

The NIL legislation has completely reshaped the landscape of the Charlie Baker-led NCAA. It saw the rise of stars like Caleb Williams, Zach Edey, Caitlin Clark, and Angel Reese while getting them paid. But, not a lot of states have the same laws because of how hearings have gone on Capitol Hill. The main issue […]

Aaliyah Gayles, the USC women’s basketball guard, carries her history on her skin, with tattoos that narrate a story of survival, resilience and determination. Each piece of ink reflects a chapter of her life, including a harrowing event that tested her strength and willpower. On her left shoulder, a tattoo records the time 11:52 p.m., […]

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 […]

LSU gymnastics star Olivia Dunne, once again, fired back at the criticisms over her NIL deals. On TikTok, the 21-year-old athlete and social media influencer revisited the 2022 New York Times report that took issue with her NIL deals. For all the hate she got, Dunne wanted everyone to know that she’s still standing and […]

George Kliavkoff and the Pac-12 conference have a new conundrum to deal with. This comes after most of their member schools have opted to leave. However, Washington State and Oregon State remain stern in braving the aftermath of conference realignment. They have the intention of keeping the conference alive and functioning as a duo with […]

Valdosta State University has released a statement following the conclusion of the institution’s investigation into former Jackson State baseball player Asher Akridge who transferred to Valdosta State and was forced to cut his hair. The full statement is below: In response to a video posted online on or around Aug. 22, 2023, Valdosta State University (VSU) initiated […]

It’s officially homecoming week in at Norfolk State University! Homecoming kicked off this past weekend and the university has a week planned for fun-filled events. NSU has branded its homecoming as “Not Your Typical Homecoming.”  So let’s see how they plan on living up to the hype. This year’s homecoming theme at NSU is “There’s […]

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge is an MLB superstar and very well may have his number 99 retired by the team someday. For now, Judge will have to settle for getting his college baseball number retired, however. Fresno State is reportedly retiring Judge’s number 27 college baseball jersey, per Andy Martino of SNY. Aaron […]

For the first time in 30 years, The Howard Swim Team, the only HBCU swim team in the country, made history by receiving championship rings at the Northeastern Conference earlier this month. The swim team’s recent championship is the first in 30 years. This remarkable achievement marked a significant milestone for the team and showcased […]

The NCAA is cracking down on transfer portal rules for student-athletes. On Wednesday morning, the NCAA Division I Council voted on legislation to shorten the transfer portal window. The new rule, which will likely be installed by the end of the fall sports season, will decrease the window to 45 total days. The number of […]

After reaching the Big Ten championship game in 2021, the Iowa football team took a major step backwards last season. The Hawkeyes finished the 2022 regular season with a 7-5 record, and they failed to win the Big Ten West division. Even with a lousy 7-4 record heading into their final game, a win over […]

Penn State football is off to an impressive 5-0 start this season and they look like one of the top teams in the country. The Nittany Lions won the Big Ten back in 2016, but they haven’t been able to get over the hump and get back to that title game since. Part of the […]

Hampton University alumna and Little League baseball star Mo’ne Davis has enrolled at Columbia University this fall to receive her master’s in sports management, per a feature report by Wayne Coffee of the New York Times. The program is the first of its kind within the Ivy League. Davis is attending Columbia on a full […]

Ole Miss football is a team that has almost always been good and ranked under Lane Kiffin, but they haven’t been able to get over the hump and get to the top of the SEC. They seem to fly a bit under the radar each season, and come a little bit short in the games […]