Category: MEAC

Norfolk State’s Jason Wonodi Collects Pair of National Honors Following Hampton Takeover

Brandon King

Norfolk State return specialist Jason Wonodi has added two national honors to an already memorable week. Wonodi was named the Stats Perform FCS National Special Teams Player of the Week and the BOXTOROW HBCU National Player of the Week after delivering a record-setting performance in Norfolk State’s 42-21 victory over Hampton in the 61st Battle of the Bay. The redshirt senior from Brockton, Massachusetts, returned three punts for a school-record 170 yards, averaging 56.7 yards per return. Two of those returns went for touchdowns. Wonodi broke loose for a 76-yard…

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Howard Women’s Basketball Makes History, Names Ebonie Williams Its First-Ever General Manager

Brandon King

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Howard University women’s basketball is entering a new chapter in its program history. The Howard Bison have welcomed Ebonie Williams as the program’s first-ever general manager, creating a new position within the women’s basketball program and adding another layer to its basketball operations. Howard announced Williams’ arrival with a message welcoming its newest addition to the “Culture.” “WELCOME OUR 1ST EVER GENERAL MANAGER, EBONIE WILLIAMS, TO THE CULTURE,” Howard Women’s Basketball posted. Williams’ appointment represents a significant development for the Bison as college basketball programs continue adapting…

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Reggie Barlow Says HBCUs Should Get at Least $1 Million for “Money Games”

Brandon King

Image via the Nashville Post The beginning of the college football season is rife with lopsided matchups that end in blowouts as schools bludgeon overmatched, lower tiered opponents.  Many times HBCUs are often fodder in these games, as the financial constraints the schools are already saddled with necessitate they are a piñata in these gridiron beatdowns in order to garner the payouts that can largely fund their athletics.  Even other HBCU’s are not immune to to being punching bags for their higher division counterparts as there are several of these…

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South Carolina State Climbs to No. 20 in Latest AFCA FCS Coaches Poll

Brandon King

South Carolina State is moving up the national rankings. The Bulldogs have climbed to No. 20 in the latest AFCA FCS Coaches Poll following their impressive 31-13 victory over Florida A&M in the Orange Blossom Classic. SC State improved to 2-0 with the win, continuing what has been an impressive start for the defending HBCU national champions. (NCAA.com⁠) The Bulldogs controlled the Orange Blossom Classic from the line of scrimmage, piling up 479 yards of total offense, including 292 rushing yards, while holding FAMU to just 161 total yards and…

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South Carolina State Defeats FAMU 31-13 in Orange Blossom Classic

Brandon King

Image via the Tallahassee Democrat MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — South Carolina State made a statement on one of HBCU football’s biggest stages Sunday, overpowering Florida A&M 31-13 in the Orange Blossom Classic at Hard Rock Stadium. The No. 22 Bulldogs improved to 2-0 behind a dominant rushing attack and a defense that made life miserable for the Rattlers throughout the afternoon. South Carolina State finished with 479 total yards, including 292 on the ground, while limiting Florida A&M to just 161 total yards and minus-1 rushing yard. The Bulldogs also…

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From Morgan State to the Patriots: Erick Hunter’s HBCU Journey Continues

Brandon King

After spending his entire college career at Morgan State, Hunter has officially earned another opportunity at the NFL level. The linebacker signed with the New England Patriots and is now on the team’s 53-man roster after previously signing with the Detroit Lions as an undrafted free agent in May 2026. (Pats Pulpit⁠) But Hunter’s NFL opportunity didn’t come out of nowhere. A dominant career at Morgan State Hunter arrived at Morgan State in 2021 and developed into one of the most productive defensive players in the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC).…

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2026 MEAC/SWAC Challenge Draws 1.2 Million Viewers, Becomes Second-Most-Watched in Event History

Brandon King

The 2026 MEAC/SWAC Challenge continues to show the growing national audience for HBCU football. Howard University’s thrilling matchup against Alabama A&M averaged 1.2 million viewers on ABC, with the broadcast peaking at 1.7 million viewers. The impressive audience represents a 10% year-over-year increase and makes the 2026 MEAC/SWAC Challenge the second-most-watched kickoff game in the event’s history. Howard ultimately delivered on the national stage, defeating Alabama A&M 31-24 in a dramatic finish at Center Parc Stadium in Atlanta. The matchup marked the opening of the 2026 HBCU football season and…

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Norfolk State Blitzes Winston-Salem State 56-0 in Dominant Season Opener

Brandon King

Image via The Winston-Salem Journal Norfolk State opened the 2026 football season with a statement. The Spartans overwhelmed Winston-Salem State from start to finish Saturday night, cruising to a 56-0 victory in their season opener behind a dominant offensive performance and a suffocating defensive effort. The victory gave head coach Michael Vick an emphatic start to his second season at the helm and marked Norfolk State’s first shutout since 2019. The Spartans also recorded their first 50-point performance since 2021. Norfolk State wasted little time establishing control. Quarterback Deljay Bailey…

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Howard Scores Late TD to Claim MEAC/SWAC Challenge, 31-24, Over Alabama A&M

Brandon King

Howard opened the 2026 HBCU football season with a thrilling comeback victory, defeating Alabama A&M 31-24 Saturday night in the 20th Cricket MEAC/SWAC Challenge at Center Parc Stadium in Atlanta. The Bison overcame a second-half rally by the Bulldogs and scored the go-ahead touchdown late in the fourth quarter to escape with the victory. Howard quarterback Ja’Shawn Scroggins delivered a career-best performance, completing 19 of 36 passes for 315 yards and three touchdowns while adding 49 yards on the ground. Howard Takes Early Control The Bison jumped out to a…

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South Carolina State Blasts Savannah State 87-0 Behind Explosive First Half

Brandon King

ORANGEBURG, S.C. — South Carolina State opened the season with an emphatic 87-0 victory over Savannah State. The Bulldogs scored 21 points in the first quarter. Quarterback Keely Watson threw touchdown passes to Malaqhi Jones from 23 yards and Mason Pickett-Hicks from 9 yards, while Ronnie Robinson added a 30-yard touchdown run. SC State added 31 points in the second quarter to take a 52-0 halftime lead, emphatically slamming the door on the competitive portion of the evening’s festivities. Watson connected with Tyler Smith for his third touchdown pass, Zaivan…

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