Author: Brandon King

North Carolina Central Tops Southern 31–14 in MEAC/SWAC Challenge

Brandon King

image via Doug Burt 31 Winner NCC 14 SUB Team 1st 2nd 3rd 4th F NCC 7 10 14 0 31 SU 7 7 0 0 14 It has been 251 days since the clock hit 0:00 in the 2024 Celebration Bowl and the 2025 season kicking off with the MEAC/SWAC Challenge, pitting the Jaguars of Southern University against the Eagles of North Carolina Central University. Led by then first-year head coach Terrence Graves, last season Southern recorded an 8-5 overall record, including 7-1 in the SWAC, on the path to…

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Should Tennessee State follow Tennessee Tech’s Lead by Leaving the OVC and Seek Expansion Membership in a Different Conference? As a Member of the SWAC, what would a Tennessee State Football Schedule Reveal in 2026?

Brandon King

Since Eddie George, former NFL star and current head coach at Tennessee State University, made his comment about the Ohio Valley Conference (OVC) being a “dying conference” in 2021, the OVC has indeed seen a notable shift in membership. As of 2023, the OVC has lost several schools, and his comment has proven to be somewhat prophetic in highlighting the conference’s struggles with realignment and stability. Here’s a breakdown of the schools that have left or are set to leave the OVC since that remark: 1. Tennessee Tech (2026) –…

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Tennessee State HBCU All-American enters transfer portal

Brandon King

Less than two weeks before Tennessee State kicks off the season against North Carolina A&T in the John Merritt Classic, TSU defensive back Camani Cobbs announced he was entering the transfer portal.  The redshirt sophomore made his decision public in a straight-to-the-point Twitter post that read in part, “Thank you Tennessee State University for allowing me to develop and build as a man on and off the field.” Last season the Southeast Missouri transfer appeared in 8 contests for the Tigers, recording 3 pass breakups, 7 total tackles, (6 solo),…

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Gamma” Air Jordan 11 coming December 13

Brandon King

The “Gamma” Air Jordan 11 is making its long-awaited return this holiday season. They sport a black ballistic mesh upper with a gamma blue Jumpman appearing on the black leather that wraps the ankle. A black patent rand overlays the upper and unlike their progenitor, features a higher cut, which is the correct presentation on the Jordan 11.  A sash on the tongue reads “JUMPMAN JORDAN”, while a “23” appears on the rear heel.  Below the aforementioned upper resides a black midsole and a dark translucent rubber outsole.  As ot…

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“Shadow” Air Jordan X returning November 19

Brandon King

Last seen in 2018, the “Shadow” Air Jordan X is making its latest return later this year.  This well-received and original colorway of the Jordan X sports a dark shadow grey upper paired with black leather at the eye rows as well as the collar. A red Jumpman is present at the rear heel, while “AIR JORDAN 23” s stamped atop the tongue.  Underneath the aforementioned upper resides a black midsole and a Jumpman-branded black and grey rubber outsole that lists Michael Jordan’s impressive accomplishments up to that point in…

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An initial look at the “El Vuelvo” Air Jordan 3

Brandon King

This upcoming Air Jordan 3 is inspired by lucha libre culture. Making use of a white, red and green color palette inspired by the Mexican flag, they sports a white leather upper with lizard print overlays on the side inspired by luchadors masks.  Red lizard print overlays are seen at the toe and wrap the heel, taking the positions typically occupied by the iconic elephant print. Perched atop the tongue is a metallic gold Jumpman, while green reptile print shows up at the collar.  Behind the tongue reads “Que Fuerza”…

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PE Corner: “The Academy” Nike Kobe V Protro EYBL PE 

Brandon King

This iteration of the Kobe V Protro was given to the basketballers of the Nike Elite Youth Basketball League (EYBL): The Academy.  They sport a mint and black synthetic fused upper adorned on the sides with black Swooshes. Perched atop the mint tongue is a black Kobe logo. Royal blue is seen at the top of the rear heel, while underneath is an external heel counter that sports a Kobe signature.  Underneath this upper resides a black midsole and as well as a rubber outsole of the same hue.  As…

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Receipts Ready” Reebok Angel Reese 1 releasing September 18

Brandon King

This iteration of the debut signature sneaker of Angel Reese sports a black mesh upper over which is situated a white TPU exoskeleton that features angel wing shapes via a series of cutouts.  Black shows up at the eye rows, tongue, collar and inner, with Reese’s “AR” logo embossed atop the tongue.  A white midsole and try-colored, vector-branded rubber outsole completes this aesthetic.  The “Receipts Ready” Reebok Angel Reese 1 is slated to debut September 18 at reebok.com and select retail establishments; they will carry a 120 USD sticker price.  Reebok Angel…

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“Christmas” Nike Ja 3 coming this December

Brandon King

This iteration of the Ja 3 features an upper that transitions from bright crimson to volt. A reversed, upended Swoosh can be seen on the lateral side, with more conventionally oriented branding present on the medial side.  A Ja logo resides atop the tongue, while “TWELVE” is seen on the rear heel.  Underneath this bright, high-energy upper resides a volt, Zoom X midsole and volt rubber outsole.  As it currently stands , the “Christmas” Nike Ja 3 is slated to debut December 26, 2025; they will carry a 140 USD…

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An initial look at the “El Vuelvo” Air Jordan 3

Brandon King

This upcoming Air Jordan 3 is inspired by lucha libre culture. Making use of a white, red and green color palette inspired by the Mexican flag, they sports a white leather upper with lizard print overlays on the side inspired by luchadors masks.  Red lizard print overlays are seen at the toe and wrap the heel, taking the positions typically occupied by the iconic elephant print. Perched atop the tongue is a metallic gold Jumpman, while green reptile print shows up at the collar.  Behind the tongue reads “Que Fuerza”…

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