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Southern adds another Big-12 skin to the wall, beats Houston 70-62

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After stunning Arizona 63-57 on Wednesday, the Southern University women’s hoops team followed up with a wire-to-wire 70-62 win over Houston Sunday afternoon.  Southern took the lead on Mykayla Cunningham’s driving layup on the game’s first possession. The Jaguars maintained the pole position for the balance of the period, taking as much as a 7-point lead. Houston, shot the ball well 50% (5-10) from the field and 66% (2-3) downtown, however, UH was hampered by 6 turnovers in the period.  In the second quarter, the Cougars would pare the Southern…

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Robert Jones calls out no call at the end of the James Madison game

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Wins at any level of collegiate athletics are difficult to come by. When it appears that a team has been shafted because of the actions or lack thereof of the zebras can be intensely frustrating.  Such was the position that Norfolk State head mens basketball coach Robert Jones found himself and his team in. After losing a close, bars fought contest to James Madison, Coach Jones was not a happy camper.  He posted a video of a play late in the game with the caption:  “I usually don’t leave a…

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South Carolina State adds baker’s dozen during early signing period

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Image via South Carolina State Football Courtesy of South Carolina State Athletics 2026 SC State Football Signees ORANGEBURG, SC— South Carolina State head football coach Chennis Berry announces the addition of 13 new Bulldogs during the early signing period. “Go Dogs! It’s a great day to be a Bulldog. We feel like we got better today with the young men that we signed with these new signees at South Carolina State University,” said Berry. “We are about chasing A’ s B’s Championships and Degrees and we feel these young men fit the profile…

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Norfolk State falls to James Madison 68-67

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Image via Nick Sutton Courtesy of Norfolk State Athletics 67 Norf 68 Winner JMU Team 1 2 F Norf 32  35  67 JMU 35  33  68 HARRISONBURG, Va. – The Norfolk State men’s basketball team came up just short in a tightly contested road battle at James Madison, falling 68-67 on Saturday afternoon in Harrisonburg.  Norfolk State drops to 4-6 on the season, while the Dukes improve to 7-4.  Devon Ellis and Elijah Jamison paced the Spartans with 17 points apiece, while Keyontae Lewis also reached double figures with 13 points. Jordan Leaksled Norfolk State on the glass with 10 rebounds, including eight…

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Norfolk State women’s hoops defeats North Carolina A&T 63-50

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Image via Kevin L. Dorsey Box Score GREENSBORO, N.C. – The Norfolk State women’s basketball team earned its first Division I victory of the 2025–26 season with a 63–50 nonconference win over North Carolina A&T on Saturday afternoon in Greensboro.  The Spartans improved to 4–6 on the year, while the Aggies slipped to 3–5.  Junior guard Da’Brya Clark delivered a dominant all-around performance, posting a game-high 21 points, eight rebounds, five assists and five steals. Jasha Clinton followed with 17 points and four steals, and Anjanae Richardson added 12 points and eight rebounds in the win.  Norfolk State shot…

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Tennessee State adds 9 to the fold during early signing period

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Courtesy of Nick Guerriero, Assistant AD – Communications & Broadcasting  Story Links NASHVILLE — Tennessee State football head coach Reggie Barlow signed nine student-athletes during the three-day early signing period from Dec. 3–5, adding key pieces on both sides of the ball. The Tigers brought in six offensive players and three defensive specialists as they continue to build depth and versatility across the roster. The offensive class is anchored by three linemen in junior transfer Slater Adams (6-foot-3, 325 pounds) from Quitman, Miss.; Kennedy Jackson (6-3, 290) from Murfreesboro, Tenn.; and LaRodney McQueen…

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Albany State falls in Division II quarters to Newberry, 31-24

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Image via Albany State Football Courtesy of Albany State Athletics 31 Winner NEW 24 ASU Team 1st 2nd 3rd 4th F NEW 3 21 7 0 31 ASU 21 0 3 0 24 Albany, Ga. — In a hard-fought NCAA Division II Quarterfinal matchup, the Albany State Golden Rams left everything on the field, showcasing heart, resilience, and championship pride from the opening whistle to the final snap. Though the season came to a close in today’s loss, the Golden Rams continued to affirm why this 2025 campaign will be remembered…

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Alcorn State takes SWAC crown 23-21 over Jackson State

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Image via Alcorn State Football Courtesy of Alcorn State Athletics 23 Winner PVA 21 JSU Team 1st 2nd 3rd 4th F PVA 7 6 10 0 23 JSU 0 7 14 0 21 JACKSON, Mississippi —Behind an impressive defensive showing that held the Jackson State offense to 84 rushing yards, Prairie View A&M took down the Tigers 23-21 on the road Saturday afternoon to win the 2025 SWAC Championship The Panthers improved to 10-3 on the year and 8-1 in Southwestern Athletic Conference play, while the Tigers fell to 9-3 and…

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Week 13 Dr. Cavil’s Inside the HBCU Sports Lab Mid-Major Top 7

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There was a rarity in this week’s Dr. Cavil’s Inside the HBCU Sports Lab Mid-Major Division Top 7 in that there was no movement in the rankings, with all teams standing pat from the previous week. 7 Virginia State Trojans (6-4, 4-3) The Trojans of Virginia State University remain at the No.7 spot in this week’s rankings. VSU was last in action when they took on in-state rival Virginia Union and the Panthers defeated the Trojans 14-3. The Trojans finished the 2025 campaign 6-4, their fourth consecutive winning season dating…

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Tennessee State gets mauled by Bulldogs

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Although the Tigers cleaned up the glass to the tune of 25 offensive rebounds, Tennessee State was unable to find their shooting eye , they shot just 29.2% (19-65) and were thoroughly bested by Alabama A&M 80-53 on Wednesday night. from Tennessee State Athletics HUNTSVILLE, AL – The Tennessee State men’s basketball team out-rebounded the Alabama A&M Bulldogs 42-40 but fell 80-53 on the road Wednesday night at the AAMU Event Center. The Tigers (5-4) had four players reach double figures, led by Jalen Pitre with 11 points and eight rebounds. Aaron Nkrumah added 10…

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