Category: HBCU Baseball

BREAKING: Senate Passes Protect College Sports Act, 77-22; Bill Now Heads to House

Brandon King

The U.S. Senate has taken a major step toward creating a national framework for college sports. The Senate passed the Protect College Sports Act, 77-22, on Monday, sending legislation designed to establish federal rules governing NIL, athlete compensation, transfers, eligibility and other aspects of college athletics to the House of Representatives. The bipartisan bill was introduced by Sens. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.) and has advanced through the Senate after months of negotiations. Now comes the more uncertain part of the process: the House. The House is not…

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Senate Rejects $5 Million Salary Cap for College Coaches

Brandon King

The U.S. Senate has rejected an amendment that would have placed a $5 million annual salary cap on college coaches, leaving the issue of escalating coaching compensation outside the current version of the college sports legislation. The amendment was introduced by Sens. Cory Booker (D-N.J.) and Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) as part of the debate surrounding the Protect College Sports Act. The proposal would have prohibited an institution from providing more than $5 million per year in compensation to a coach of a varsity sports team.  The proposed cap would have…

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BREAKING: SWAC TV Expands National Reach With Dedicated FAST Channel Across Major Streaming Platforms

Brandon King

The Southwestern Athletic Conference is taking another major step in expanding the national audience for HBCU sports. The SWAC has announced the launch of a dedicated free, ad-supported streaming television (FAST) channel for SWAC TV, bringing conference programming to a broader audience across several major streaming platforms. The new SWAC TV FAST channel will be available through Prime Video, Plex, Xumo Play, Amazon Fire TV, Google TV and Dingo TV, with additional distribution platforms expected to be announced later. Unlike traditional subscription-based streaming services, FAST channels allow viewers to access…

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Texas Southern Board Reportedly Rejects Corey Lowery, Ashley Robinson Advances to Vote Next Week

Brandon King

A dramatic twist has emerged in Texas Southern University’s leadership search. According to multiple reports, the Texas Southern Board of Regents has rejected the candidacy of Corey Lowery for the Tigers’ vacant men’s basketball head coaching position, while athletic director candidate Ashley Robinson remains on track for a Board vote next week. Lowery, who had been widely expected to succeed Johnny Jones after serving as an assistant coach at Seton Hall, reportedly saw his candidacy unravel amid concerns that surfaced during the approval process. Earlier this week, reports indicated he…

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Alabama A&M Athletics Announces 2026 Hall of Fame Class

Brandon King

Alabama A&M Athletics has officially unveiled its 2026 Athletics Hall of Fame Class, recognizing nine Bulldogs whose excellence as student-athletes, coaches, and ambassadors has left a lasting impact on the university’s rich athletic tradition. The class spans multiple sports and eras, celebrating championship success, individual accomplishments, academic excellence, and professional achievements that continue to reflect positively on Alabama A&M. 2026 Alabama A&M Athletics Hall of Fame Class Alexandria Brazelton Boyd | Volleyball (2002–2005) A cornerstone of the most successful era in Alabama A&M volleyball history, Alexandria Brazelton Boyd helped lead…

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North Carolina A&T Mourns Baseball Legend Al Holland Sr. (’75), Former MLB All-Star and Aggie Hall of Famer

Brandon King

GREENSBORO, N.C. — The North Carolina A&T community is mourning the loss of one of the greatest players in program history. Former Aggie baseball standout Al Holland Sr. (’75) has passed away, leaving behind a legacy that spans collegiate excellence, Major League Baseball success, and decades of impact on the game. Holland starred at North Carolina A&T before launching an accomplished 10-year Major League career. A dominant left-handed pitcher, he became one of the most successful professional baseball players to emerge from the Aggies’ program. During his MLB career, Holland…

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Bethune-Cookman Secures Future of Baseball Program, Extends Johnny Hernandez Through 2030

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The foundation of Bethune-Cookman baseball is staying firmly in place. Bethune-Cookman Wildcats baseball has agreed to a four-year contract extension with head coach Johnny Hernandez, keeping him with the Wildcats through the 2030 season. The extension is a significant vote of confidence from the university and reinforces its commitment to sustained success on the diamond. Hernandez has played a key role in maintaining Bethune-Cookman’s status as one of the most respected baseball programs in HBCU athletics, helping the Wildcats remain competitive within the SWAC and on the national stage. By…

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Norfolk State’s Thomas Ealey Invited to USA Baseball Collegiate National Team Training Camp

Brandon King

Another major honor has come the way of Norfolk State standout Thomas Ealey, who has been invited to participate in the 2026 USA Baseball Collegiate National Team Training Camp. The invitation places Ealey among the nation’s 56 top draft-eligible and draft-ineligible collegiate players competing for an opportunity to represent Team USA on the international stage.   “We are incredibly proud of Thomas and this well-deserved honor. Thomas is a special player and deserving of this honor. This is an exciting opportunity for him to showcase his skillset on the national…

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Albany State’s Luke Addison Earns ABCA/Rawlings NCAA Division II All-South Region First Team Honors

Brandon King

Albany State senior Luke Addison has been recognized as one of the top players in the region, earning a spot on the 2026 ABCA/Rawlings NCAA Division II All-South Region First Team. The honor highlights Addison’s outstanding production and leadership throughout the season, as he played a key role in the success of the Golden Rams this year. Widely regarded as one of the premier players in the South Region, Addison’s consistency at the plate and impact on both sides of the game helped separate him from the competition. Addison put…

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Week 11 of Dr Cavil’s Inside the HBCU Sports Lab Final Major Division Top 5 Poll Rankings

Brandon King

After 11 weeks of exciting action on HBCU diamonds that featured exciting matchups and actress of stand out players and performances, we have reached the final poll rankings for 2026 and a champion will be crowned. 5. UAPB Golden Lions (24–34, 15–12) — 64 pts After being unranked the previous week , the Lions of Arkansas Pine Bluff clawed their way into the final poll rankings at No.5. The Lions did what many did not see coming, and that was take down no.1 seed Bethune-Cookman, who had been the best…

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