Category: Hbcu basketball

Alabama A&M Bulldogs men’s basketball faces APR penalties, AD takes responsibility as program eyes turnaround

Brandon King

The Alabama A&M University men’s basketball program is facing NCAA Academic Progress Rate (APR) penalties, impacting its postseason eligibility. The APR deficiencies that led to this penalty stem from multiple years of challenges in academic oversight and student-athlete retention under previous leadership. While those outcomes cannot be reversed, they have created a clear mandate for improvement within the program. Vice President and Director of Athletics Paul A. Bryant addressed the situation directly, emphasizing accountability and a renewed commitment to academic success. “This is not the standard we expect for Alabama…

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Tennessee State Lands Versatile Guard Ajayi Simmons from Transfer Portal

Brandon King

Image via Tennessee State Athletics Tennessee State is making a major splash, securing a commitment from guard Ajayi Simmons out of the transfer portal, under the leadership of new head coach Nolan Smith. Smith, who took over as head coach at Tennessee State this offseason, now has Simmons in his arsenal—a dynamic two-way guard. Simmons, a 6’3” playmaker from Coastal Carolina, averaged 12.4 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 3.2 assists last season. His combination of scoring, playmaking, and defensive disruption—top 10 in steals in his conference—makes him an ideal fit for…

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Aaron Nkrumah Earns NBA G League Elite Camp Invite, Takes Next Step Toward Pro Path

Brandon King

Aaron Nkrumah is continuing to turn heads at the next level, earning an invite to the NBA G League Elite Camp, a key pre-draft showcase that puts rising prospects directly in front of NBA and G League evaluators. The camp serves as an important gateway to the NBA Draft Combine, with top performers often earning late call-ups to the main event in Chicago. For Nkrumah, the invite signals growing league-wide interest in his two-way potential and steady rise as a pro prospect. Rising Stock After Strong Season Nkrumah’s path to…

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Stillman Names Harold Ingram Jr. Women’s Basketball Head Coach

Brandon King

Image via Tuscaloosa Patch Stillman College has elevated longtime assistant Harold Ingram Jr. to head coach of its women’s basketball program, the school announced Monday. Ingram becomes the 12th head coach in program history, taking over for Jamarra Robinson, who departed after one season to pursue an NCAA Division I opportunity.   A familiar face within the program, Ingram brings continuity and deep institutional ties. A former Stillman student-athlete, he has spent the past seven seasons as an assistant coach, playing a key role in one of the most successful…

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Former Five-Star Aaron Bradshaw Commits to Tennessee State Out of Transfer Portal

Brandon King

Tennessee State has landed one of the most high-profile transfer additions in program history. Former five-star recruit and McDonald’s All-American Aaron Bradshaw has committed to Tennessee State, giving the Tigers a major frontcourt boost heading into the upcoming season. Bradshaw, a 7-foot-1 big man, arrives in Nashville following stops at Kentucky, Ohio State, and most recently Memphis. Despite battling injuries throughout his collegiate career, the former top-tier prospect has continued to flash the upside that made him one of the most coveted players in the 2023 recruiting class. During his…

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Tre Powell Commits to Alabama State University: Hornets Add Perimeter Firepower via Transfer Portal

Brandon King

The Alabama State Hornets men’s basketball have secured a key addition out of the transfer portal, landing sharpshooting guard Tre Powell. The move adds another layer of scoring punch to an Alabama State squad looking to make noise in the SWAC. Powell began his collegiate career at Shaw, where he redshirted his freshman season, and appeared in only 11 games for the Bears. He moved on to Harford Community College where he seemed to find his footing. He averaged a team high 14-2 points per game, and he developed a…

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Todd Day Sr. promoted to head men’s basketball coach at Edward Waters University

Brandon King

After steadying the program in an interim role, Todd Day Sr. has officially been named the head men’s basketball coach at Edward Waters University. Day took over midseason and helped guide the Tigers to a 15–16 overall record, including a 12–12 mark in SIAC play. While the record may not pop off the proverbial page, however the team showed promise under his leadership that could be the foundation for future success, making a strong case for removing the interim tag. Before arriving in Jacksonville, Day built a winning culture at…

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Edward Waters adds guard Asiana Britt via transfer portal

Brandon King

The Edward Waters University women’s basketball program continues to build out its roster, adding guard Asiana Britt through the transfer portal. Britt arrives from Florida SouthWestern State College, where she appeared in 31 games for the Bucs , where she averages 11.6 points and 3.2 assists per game bringing junior college experience and added depth to the Lady Tigers’ backcourt ahead of the upcoming season. A Jacksonville native, Britt’s addition carries a bit of homegrown significance, as she returns to a familiar area to continue her collegiate career. Known for…

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Kevin Herod named women’s basketball coach at Allen University 

Brandon King

Kevin Herod is officially the new head women’s basketball coach at Allen University, bringing a proven track record of success and program building to Columbia. Herod arrives with an impressive résumé that includes a 245–105 career record, multiple conference championships, and consistent postseason success across several stops in the HBCU ranks. Known for his ability to quickly elevate programs, Allen is betting on that same formula to take the next step within the SIAC. Most recently, Herod made an immediate impact at Florida Memorial University, where he led the program…

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John Wall Named President of Basketball Operations at Howard: A potential Game-Changer for HBCU Hoops

Brandon King

According to reports, 5-time NBA All-Star John Wall has become the president of basketball operations at Howard University.  The move brings the DMV native back home as he joins forces with one of the blue bloods of the HBCU space.  D.C. native and former No. 1 overall pick, Wall’s return to the area in a leadership role brings both credibility and intrigue—not just for Howard, but for the broader HBCU sports ecosystem. A Statement Hire with Immediate Impact Wall’s presence alone elevates Howard’s profile even more. Although the Bison are…

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