Category: HBCU Sports

Alabama A&M’s Jalen Wright to enter transfer portal

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Alabama A&M linebacker Jalen Wright will enter the transfer portal, according to his representation, Chris Hummer of 247Sports reports.  The sophomore out of Birmingham, AL led the Bulldogs with 75 total tackles ( 26 solo, 49 assisted), with a season high of 12 coming against Grambling on 11/1. Wright also led AAMU with 6.5 tackles for loss and also recorded a sack and an interception, which came against Texas Southern and Bethune-Cookman, respectively. 

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Prairie View’s Sparks declares for NFL draft

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Prairie View defensive lineman Alajujuan Sparks has declared for the NFL Draft. Sparks began his collegiate career at Alabama as an offensive lineman, spending two seasons with the Crimson Tide before transferring to Valdosta State.  Sparks appeared in 28 games as a Blazer, recording 27 tackles ( 13 solo, 14, assisted ), 3 tackles for loss, and 3 passes defensed. His efforts helped Valdosta State advance to the NCAA Division II national championship game in 2024. After the season he followed Coach Tramaine Jackson, who left Valdosta State to become…

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Albany State names David Bowser new head football coach

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Courtesy of Albany State Athletics Albany, Ga. — Albany State University President, Dr. Robert Scott, and Director of Athletics, Dr. Kristene Kelly, announced Wednesday the appointment of David Bowser as the University’s next Head Football Coach, continuing the momentum of one of Division II’s most competitive football programs. “Albany State football has experienced tremendous momentum, and our focus is on sustaining that success while continuing to grow as an institution,” said Dr. Scott. “Coach Bowser brings the leadership, experience, and vision necessary to guide this program forward in alignment with the University’s…

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Quinn Gray Sr named FAMU head football coach

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Courtesy of FAMU Athletics Today, the Florida A&M University (FAMU) Board of Trustees approved the hiring of Quinn Fordham Gray, Sr., as the program’s 20th head football coach, turning to a proven winner whose rapid rise as a college head coach has brought him back to where his football journey first began. “It is my distinct honor to welcome home one of our own, Quinn Gray, as the head football coach of Florida A&M University and the leader of a new era of Rattler excellence,” said President Marva B. Johnson, J.D.“Coach Gray’s journey—as a record-setting…

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Savannah State hires Thomas Howard as head coach

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Monday Savannah State announced the hiring of Thomas Howard new head football coach, the 26th coach in program history.  “This is a new chapter, not just for me, but for every SSU student athlete, fan, and supporter. I’m truly blessed and excited to join this institution, community, and fan base. Now it’s time to get to work and put this program back on top.” Coach Howard previously served as the defensive coordinator at Fayetteville State University. This past season the Broncos posted a 6-4 overall and 6-1 in the CIAA.…

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Tennessee State falls to SEMO 91-82

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NASHVILLE – Travis Harper II scored 23 points, but the Tennessee State men’s basketball team fell to the Southeast Missouri State Redhawks 91-82 at home Saturday. The Tigers (7-5, 1-1 OVC) had three players score in double figures, led by Harper II, who knocked down five three-pointers to go along with his 23 points and two steals. Antoine Lorick III added a double-double with 19 points and 10 rebounds, recording his fourth double-double of the season, while Aaron Nkrumah helped out with 15 points and three steals, going a perfect 11-for-12 from the free-throw line. Tennessee State…

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Fourth quarter comeback pushes Lady Tigers past Redhawks 76-72

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The Tennessee State Lady Tigers overcame a double-digit fourth quarter deficit to defeat Southeast Missouri State 76-72 and notch their first OVC win of the season.  The Lady Tigers tied the game at 5, 8, 10, 12, and 14, but were unable to get over the hump and trailed 22-21 at the end of the first quarter.  The Lady Tigers continued to work from underneath in the second quarter drawing with a single point on multiple occasions. Erin Martin knocked down a three-pointer that gave the Lady Tigers their first…

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Travis Terrell Jr enters the transfer portal

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Jackson State running back Travis Terrell Jr will enter the transfer portal. He announced his intention via a social media post, describing the decision to enter the portal as “hard” but also a “personal/business decision for my, my family and my future.”  In his freshman season, Terrell ran for 459 yards and 4 touchdowns on 75 carries. He also showed his prowess on special teams, returning 18 kicks for 551 yards and 2 touchdowns, and 18 punts for 300 yards. That year he was named a FCS All-American, FCS Football…

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Curtis Allen wins the Harlon Hill award

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Virginia Union running back Curtis Allen was named the 2025 Harlon Hill Award winner. The Hill award is regarded as the D-II equivalent of the Heisman Trophy and is the most prestigious award at that level.  Allen ran for 2,409 yards and 30 touchdowns and never ran for less than 108 yards in any game on the season, with a high of 369 yards against Bluefield State on 11/1. The 2,409 yards were only bested by the 2,446 racked up by Montie Quinn of Division III Curry College. His 30…

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Kendale Johnson’s late three pushes Albany State past Allen

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Title image via Albany State Basketball Courtesy of Albany State Athletics Columbia, S.C. — In a game that came down to the final possession, the Albany State men’s basketball team delivered a dramatic 85–84 overtime victory over Allen University on Wednesday night, extending its win streak and showcasing poise under pressure in a hard-fought SIAC battle. The Golden Rams leaned on their senior leadership and late-game execution, capped by a decisive moment in overtime when Kendale Johnson buried the game-winning three-pointer with just three seconds remaining. Johnson finished with a team-high 23 points, shooting…

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