Category: Meac

Morgan State adds proven scorer in transfers portal

Brandon King

Morgan State basketball has secured a commitment from guard Trey Pettigrew. Last season Pettigrew led Johnson C. Smith , and was third in the CIAA, with 17.3 points per game. He was second in the conference , connecting on 37.6% on his attempts from downtown.  The redshirt junior scored in double figures in all but 3 of the 24 games he appeared in last season, with a high of 27 coming against Livingstone on February 7.  Prior to his season at Coppin, Pettrigrew was three-star prospect out out Kenwood Academy…

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Coppin State Set to Host the Tennessee Lady Vols in High-Profile Non-Conference Clash

Brandon King

Coppin State women’s basketball is officially stepping into the national spotlight. On November 5, 2026, the Eagles will host the storied Tennessee Lady Vols at PEC Arena in Baltimore in what stands out as one of the most significant home matchups on their non-conference schedule. For Coppin State, it’s more than just a game—it’s a measuring-stick moment against one of the most decorated programs in women’s college basketball history. A Historic Program Comes to Baltimore The Tennessee Lady Vols carry a legacy few programs in the sport can match. With…

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Samiah Puckett transfers to South Carolina State University

Brandon King

The women’s basketball program at South Carolina State University has reportedly secured another addition via the transfer portal, as Samiah Puckett is set to join the Bulldogs ahead of the upcoming season. Puckett played her high school ball at Griffin High School ( Griffin, GA) where she scored more than 750 points, pulled in over 500 rebounds and blocked over 200 shots. She began her collegiate career at East Tennessee State University where she appeared in 26 contests as a freshman. Puckett then transferred to Alabama State, and after receiving…

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Maryland Eastern Shore guard Justin Monden commits to Indiana

Brandon King

University of Maryland Eastern Shore transfer guard Justin Monden has committed to the Indiana Hoosiers, giving head coach Darian DeVries another backcourt addition through the portal.   The 6-foot guard spent the 2025-26 season at Maryland Eastern Shore, averaging 6.0 points and 1.6 assists in 32 appearances. Before that, he played two seasons at Division II Georgia Southwestern State University, where he showed more offensive production and perimeter shooting ability.  This was particularly on display as a sophomore, a season in which Monden averaged 12.2 points, 2.2 rebounds and 2.1…

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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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Norfolk State Spartans women’s hoops add experienced forward Alexis Davis from transfer portal

Brandon King

Image via Paul Hokanson/UB Athletics The Norfolk State Spartans women’s basketball continue to bolster their roster this offseason, adding forward Alexis Davis out of the transfer portal. Davis arrives in Norfolk after most recently suiting up for the Monmouth Hawks women’s basketball, following an earlier stint with the Buffalo Bulls women’s basketball. The 6-foot forward brings a blend of experience, rebounding ability, and frontcourt toughness that should immediately factor into the Spartans’ rotation. During the 2025–26 season at Monmouth, Davis averaged 7.1 points and 6.1 rebounds per game while shooting…

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Former Top-100 Recruit James Brown Transfers to Howard, Looking for Fresh Start

Brandon King

A fresh start could be exactly what former top-100 recruit James Brown needs. After a brief and injury-plagued stint with North Carolina, Brown is heading to Howard University via the transfer portal—bringing size, pedigree, and untapped potential to one of the MEAC’s premier programs. Listed at 6-foot-10 and around 240 pounds, Brown entered college as a highly regarded prospect but never quite found his footing in Chapel Hill. Across two seasons, he saw limited action, appearing in just 27 games while battling injuries that stalled his development and consistency. Now,…

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Bobby Gardner Commits to Maryland Eastern Shore

Brandon King

Former Virginia Union Panthers guard Bobby Gardner has announced his commitment to Maryland Eastern Shore, giving the Hawks a proven scorer out of the transfer pipeline. The former CIAA Rookie of the Year revealed his decision Friday via X, writing:“A lot of whys, a lot of where’s, a lot of find where you can call home. Found my home, time to change the momentum and make a change. Committed!!” Gardner is coming off a strong sophomore campaign in which he averaged a team-high 12.4 points per game, along with 3.8…

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Dr. Cavil’s Inside the HBCU Sports Lab Week 12 Women’s Major Division Top 5 Rankings

Brandon King

Week 12 of Dr. Cavil’s Inside the HBCU Sports Lab Women’s Major Division Top 5 rankings featured one new addition, with minimal movement among the remaining four programs. As postseason play wraps up across multiple tournaments, each team’s final impression played a role in shaping this week’s poll. 5. Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks (20–15, 11–3) The Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks enter the rankings at No. 5 after being unranked a week ago. UMES caps off a historic season despite a 61–42 loss to Youngstown State Penguins in the second round…

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Prairie View, Southern Crash the Party as Tennessee State Holds No. 1 in Week 11 HBCU Top 5

Brandon King

March basketball brought chaos—and opportunity—to the HBCU landscape. Conference tournament play reshaped Dr. Cavil’s Inside the HBCU Sports Lab Men’s Major Division Top 5 in Week 11, as Prairie View A&M and Southern surged into the rankings behind deep SWAC Tournament runs. While new contenders emerged, the top of the mountain remained unchanged, with Tennessee State continuing its reign as the nation’s top HBCU program heading into the NCAA Tournament. 5. Southern Jaguars (17–17, 11–7) The Jaguars re-enter the rankings after being unranked a week ago, thanks to a strong…

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