TUSKEGEE, Ala. — Tuskegee University has relieved Aaron James of his duties as head football coach and launched a national search for the next leader of the Golden Tigers football program. The university announced the decision Sunday, October 4. Assistant Head Coach and Offensive Line Coach Keith Higdon will serve as Tuskegee’s interim head coach while the university conducts its search. Tuskegee Athletic Director Reginald S. Ruffin thanked James for his service to the university and football program, noting that James is a Tuskegee alumnus who represented his alma mater…
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BREAKING: Senate Passes Protect College Sports Act, 77-22; Bill Now Heads to House
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…
Read MoreAminata Seck Was Supposed to Be Traveling With Her Team. Instead, She Has Spent More Than Six Weeks in ICE Custody.
Kentucky State University women’s basketball player Aminata Seck was supposed to be on a team trip to New York. Instead, the 26-year-old senior from Senegal has spent more than six weeks in federal immigration custody after being detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement at Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport on Aug. 7, 2026. Seck was traveling with the Kentucky State basketball team when she was detained, according to her attorney and multiple reports. What has happened since has raised questions about her immigration case, her access to medical care…
Read MoreSae’Quahn Rogers named to Albany State men’s basketball coaching staff
Earlier this week Albany State announced that Sae’Quahn Rogers has been added to coach Rodney Mayes’ staff. Coach Rogers has a strong background in the areas of player development, recruiting and collegiate coaching experience. In his last post, Coach Rogers also erved on Coach Mayes’ staff at Lyons College, where he helped the Scots to an 18-9 overall record and 11-5 within the confines of SLIAC play. That same season, the Scots, as the No.2 seed, advanced to the semis of the SLIAC Tournament. Rogers also spent two seasons at…
Read MoreTodd Day Sr. promoted to head men’s basketball coach at Edward Waters University
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…
Read MoreEdward Waters adds guard Asiana Britt via transfer portal
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…
Read MoreSIAC Freshman of the Year Danny Delgardo III Commits to North Carolina A&T: What It Means for the Aggies
The transfer portal continues to serve as a pipeline for rising talent, and North Carolina A&T Aggies men’s basketball may have just landed one of its most intriguing additions of the offseason. SIAC Freshman of the Year Danny Delgardo III has officially committed to the Aggies, making the jump to Division I after a standout debut campaign that quickly put him on the radar across HBCU basketball. A Freshman Season That Turned Heads Delgardo wasted little time establishing himself as one of the premier newcomers in the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic…
Read MoreAlbany State Women’s Hoops News: Yasmine Fairchild promoted to full-time assistant
Courtesy of Albany State Athletics Albany State University Head Women’s Basketball Coach Todd Triplett has announced the promotion of Yasmine Fairchild to full-time Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach, effective April 13, 2026. Fairchild, a proud Albany State alumna and former student-athlete, joined the Golden Rams staff during the 2025–26 season in a part-time role and has quickly established herself as a rising coach with strong ties to the program. A native of Lawrenceville, Georgia, she earned her degree in Health and Human Performance and has plans to pursue her master’s degree. During her undergraduate career,…
Read MoreTodd Triplett in as Albany State head women’s basketball coach
Image via Albany State Basketball Courtesy of Albany State Athletics Following a national search, Albany State University has named Todd Triplett head women’s basketball coach, with his appointment effective April 1, 2026.Serving as interim head coach during a time of transition, Triplett made an immediate and measurable impact. In his first season, he doubled the team’s win total from the previous year and led the Golden Rams to their first winning season since 2017–18. Guiding a roster that included six freshmen, Triplett established accountability and a defensive identity that translated into success…
Read MoreDr. Cavil’s Inside the HBCU Sports Lab Week 12 Women’s Major Division Top 5
The Week 12 edition of Dr. Cavil’s Inside the HBCU Sports Lab Women’s Major Division Top 5 mirrors the previous poll, as no teams entered or exited the rankings. Stability defines this week’s list, with each program maintaining its position heading into postseason play. No. 5 — Edward Waters Lady Tigers (23-6, 21-3 SIAC) Edward Waters holds firm at No. 5 after a historic campaign. The Lady Tigers wrapped up the regular season at 23-4 overall and 21-3 in SIAC play—both program benchmarks since transitioning to the NCAA level. Their…
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