Category: HBCU Sports

Seven Tigers Score in Double Figures as Tennessee State Hammers Fisk 123-73

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73 Fisk 123 Winner TSU Team 1 2 F Fisk 36  37  73 TSU 54  69  123 mm NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Tennessee State put on an offensive clinic Monday night, overwhelming Fisk University 123-73 in the Battle of Jefferson Street at the Gentry Center. The Tigers showcased their offensive depth with seven players scoring in double figures, all five starters reaching double-digit points, and a relentless defensive effort that kept Fisk from finding any sustained momentum. Aaron Bradshaw led the way with a game-high 23 points, while Arterio Morris and Ty-Laur…

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Mickey Joseph Expects to Return as Grambling State Head Coach Despite SWAC West Disappointment

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m despite a disappointing 2026 campaign that has eliminated the team from SWAC West Division championship consideration. Speaking Monday, Joseph expressed confidence that he would return for the 2027 season, while acknowledging that the ultimate decision isn’t his to make. “You can’t stop somebody if they’re going to fire you,” Joseph said. “I expect to be back.” Joseph’s comments come at a difficult point in Grambling State’s season. With the Tigers no longer in contention for the SWAC West title, questions surrounding the program’s direction and coaching future are likely…

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Edward Waters, Albany State Draw Week 11 Road Matchups in SIAC-Conference Carolinas Scheduling Alliance

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image via the SIAC The SIAC announced Sunday that Edward Waters and Albany State have been selected to travel to Conference Carolinas opponents Chowan and Shorter, respectively, as part of the two conferences’ collaborative scheduling agreement. The arrangement provides additional competition for programs that do not advance to their respective conference championship games while creating another opportunity for NCAA Division II teams to strengthen their postseason positioning. Edward Waters (6-4, 5-3 SIAC) will travel to Murfreesboro, North Carolina, to face Chowan (6-4, 5-1 Conference Carolinas). Kickoff is scheduled for 1…

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One Dead, Three Injured After Two Shootings During Winston-Salem State University’s Homecoming Weekend

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WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — What should have been a weekend of celebration, school pride and community fellowship at Winston-Salem State University ended in tragedy after two separate shootings on the university’s campus left one person dead and three others injured Saturday night, November 7. The violence unfolded during WSSU’s Homecoming weekend, casting a shadow over one of the university’s most anticipated annual celebrations. According to the Winston-Salem Police Department, the first shooting occurred around 9:46 p.m. in the 600 block of South Martin Luther King Jr. Drive on campus. Investigators said…

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Albany State Blanks Fort Valley State 49-0 Behind Cameron Watts’ Historic Fountain City Classic Performance

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image via Albany State Football 0 FVS 49 Winner ASU Team 1st 2nd 3rd 4th F FVS 0 0 0 0 0 ASU 14 14 14 7 49 COLUMBUS, Ga. — Albany State made a statement in the 36th Fountain City Classic, overwhelming rival Fort Valley State 49-0 on Saturday behind a sensational performance from Cameron Watts. Watts wasted little time making his mark in his final appearance in a Golden Rams uniform. The senior opened the contest with a 93-yard kickoff return for a touchdown before adding a 53-yard interception…

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Turnovers Hurt Tennessee State in 33-14 Loss to SEMO

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image via Tennessee State Football Tennessee State couldn’t overcome costly mistakes and a dominant rushing performance by Southeast Missouri State, falling 33-14 to the Redhawks on Saturday at Nissan Stadium in Nashville. After a relatively quiet first half, the game opened up in the third quarter, when SEMO scored 21 points to take control. A pivotal 45-yard interception return for a touchdown by DJ Delmore shifted the momentum and proved to be one of the biggest plays of the afternoon. The Redhawks finished with 420 total yards, including 362 rushing…

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Delaware State Holds Off Morgan State, 24-14, Behind Late Defensive Touchdown

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Defensive Touchdown DOVER, Del. — Delaware State made the plays when it mattered most, defeating Morgan State 24-14 on Saturday afternoon at Alumni Stadium in a Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) matchup. The Hornets overcame a fourth-quarter scare and used a defensive touchdown in the closing minutes to secure the 10-point victory. After a scoreless first quarter, Delaware State opened the scoring with a 2-yard touchdown run by quarterback Marqui Adams with 5:38 remaining in the first half. Morgan State answered just before halftime when quarterback Cameron Edge scored on a…

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Late Score Lifts North Carolina Central to 29-28 Comeback Victory Over Norfolk State

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image via Doug Burt North Carolina Central kept its MEAC championship hopes alive Saturday afternoon, overcoming an 11-point fourth-quarter deficit to escape Norfolk State with a dramatic 29-28 victory at William “Dick” Price Stadium in Norfolk, Virginia. Senior quarterback Joshua Jones connected with Mehki Wall for a 26-yard touchdown with just 27 seconds remaining, capping a thrilling comeback and preserving the Eagles’ unbeaten conference record. NCCU improved to 5-5 overall and 3-0 in MEAC play, while Norfolk State fell to 4-6 overall and 0-3 in conference competition. Eagles Rally After…

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SIAC Football Enters Final Weekend With Three-Way Tie Atop Standings, Championship Race On The Line

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ntral State is 6-3 overall and riding the momentum of a 35-28 victory over Edward Waters. Kentucky State also has a championship opportunity. The Thorobreds host Morehouse in Frankfort, Kentucky, knowing a victory will secure their place in the championship game. SIAC Week 10 matchups Matchup Conference records Morehouse at Kentucky State 3-4 vs. 6-1 Central State at Benedict 6-1 vs. 6-1 Allen at Edward Waters 2-5 vs. 5-2 Miles at Tuskegee 4-3 vs. 5-2 Fort Valley State at Albany State 1-5 vs. 4-3 Records reflect the standings entering the…

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William & Mary Pulls Away From Tennessee State in 78-54 Victory

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image via TSU Athletics 54 TSU 78 Winner W&M Tea m 1 2 3 4 F TSU 13  13  10  18  54 W&M 15  15  28  20  78 Tennessee State women’s basketball came up short on the road Thursday night, falling 78-54 to William & Mary. The Lady Tigers struggled to keep pace with the Tribe, who secured a 24-point victory in the nonconference matchup on Nov. 5. The game was closely contested through the first two quarters. Tennessee State trailed 15-13 after the opening period but continued to challenge William…

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