Category: Hbcu basketball

Tennessee State Women’s Basketball Unveils 2026-27 OVC Conference Schedule

Brandon King

The Tennessee State women’s basketball team has announced its 2026-27 Ohio Valley Conference schedule, giving the Lady Tigers their roadmap for conference play as they prepare for the upcoming season. OVC action begins on Dec. 11 when Tennessee State travels to Western Illinois. The Lady Tigers will then close out the calendar year with a New Year’s Eve matchup at Southern Indiana before opening 2027 with a trip to Eastern Illinois on Jan. 2. Tennessee State opens its conference home schedule at the Gentry Center on Jan. 7 against Western…

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Tennessee State Men’s Basketball to Compete in Toyota Chris Paul HBCU Classic

Brandon King

Defending Ohio Valley Conference champion Tennessee State will take its talents to the national stage this December after being selected to compete in the third annual Toyota Chris Paul HBCU Classic. The two-day showcase will be held December 4-5, 2026, at CareFirst Arena in Washington, D.C., marking the first time the event has been hosted in the nation’s capital. Organized by the Chris Paul Family Foundation in partnership with the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame, the event celebrates the excellence, culture, and legacy of HBCU basketball while providing student-athletes with…

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Tennessee State Basketball Announces 2026-27 OVC Schedule as Tigers Begin Title Defense

Brandon King

The road to another Ohio Valley Conference championship is officially set. Defending OVC champion Tennessee State has announced its 2026-27 conference schedule, giving the Tigers their first look at the path toward defending both their regular-season and tournament crowns. The 16-game league slate features eight home contests at the Gentry Center and eight road games as Tennessee State looks to build on one of the program’s most successful seasons in more than three decades. The Tigers will tip off conference play on Dec. 31 with a road matchup against Southern…

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Alcorn State Hires Former NBA Guard Monta Ellis as Men’s Basketball General Manager

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Alcorn State has added an accomplished NBA veteran to its basketball program, hiring Monta Ellis as the men’s basketball general manager. Ellis, who enjoyed a 12-year NBA career, brings extensive experience at the highest level of the game to the Braves. His hiring reflects the growing trend of Division I programs adding general managers to oversee roster management, recruiting, NIL strategy, and player personnel in the modern era of college athletics. Working alongside head coach Jake Morton, Ellis will help shape the program’s roster, evaluate talent, and provide mentorship to…

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Dr. Destiny Lane Frazier Named Head Women’s Basketball Coach at Wiley University

Brandon King

Wiley University has officially named Dr. Destiny Lane Frazier as the 13th head coach of its women’s basketball program, ushering in a new era for the Lady Wildcats with one of the rising young leaders in collegiate basketball. Frazier arrives at Wiley after serving as the head coach at LaGrange College, where she helped elevate the Panthers program while emphasizing player development, academic achievement, and a competitive culture. Her coaching résumé also includes time as an assistant coach and strength and conditioning coach at Berry College, giving her experience in…

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Coppin State’s DeMariontay Hall Signs Professional Contract in Portugal, Continues HBCU-to-Pro Journey

Brandon King

Image via Tim Rice Another HBCU standout is taking his talents to the international stage. Former Coppin State Eagles standout DeMariontay Hall has officially signed a professional basketball contract in Portugal, marking the next chapter in his basketball journey. Hall’s move overseas represents another success story for the HBCU basketball pipeline, as players from historically Black colleges and universities continue to earn opportunities at the professional level around the world. During his time with Coppin State, Hall established himself as a versatile forward who impacted the game on both ends…

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Alabama A&M Athletics Announces 2026 Hall of Fame Class

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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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Tennessee State Lands Former McDonald’s All-American Arterio Morris

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Tennessee State Tigers men’s basketball has officially signed former McDonald’s All-American and five-star recruit Arterio Morris, adding another high-profile talent to a roster that is quickly becoming one of the most intriguing teams in the HBCU and mid-major landscape.   Head coach Nolan Smith announced the signing , bringing in a guard who has competed at multiple levels of college basketball, including stints with the Texas Longhorns, South Plains College, and Bethune-Cookman.   Morris averaged 11.2 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 2.6 assists per game at Bethune-Cookman last season He scored…

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Aaron Nkrumah Lands NBA Opportunity, Signs Exhibit 10 Deal with Denver Nuggets

Brandon King

The NBA dream remains alive for Aaron Nkrumah, one of the most decorated players in Tennessee State basketball history. The former Tennessee State star signed an Exhibit 10 contract with the Denver Nuggets, earning an opportunity to compete for a roster spot during training camp after going undrafted in the 2026 NBA Draft. An Exhibit 10 contract is a one-year, non-guaranteed NBA deal that allows a player to compete in training camp. It can be converted into a two-way contract if the player impresses, making it an important pathway for…

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Former Tennessee State Basketball Coach Ron Abernathy Dies at 75, Leaving Lasting Legacy Across HBCU Basketball

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The Tennessee State basketball family is mourning the loss of former men’s basketball head coach Ron Abernathy, who has passed away at the age of 75. Abernathy, whose coaching career spanned more than five decades, led the Tennessee State Tigers men’s basketball from 1991 to 1995 before continuing his successful coaching journey at Lane College, where he became the winningest coach in the program’s history. Most recently, he served as the head coach at Humboldt High School, retiring earlier this year after 12 seasons.   Before his time at Tennessee…

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