Category: MEAC

Norfolk State Women’s boat races Morgan State 90-46, remains undefeated at home

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image via Matt Patterson Courtesy of Noah Schlekeway, Assistant SI, Norfolk State Athletics The Norfolk State women’s basketball team capped off its second-consecutive undefeated home campaign at Echols Hall in dominating fashion, defeating Morgan State 90-46 on Monday evening. Norfolk State finished the year 11-0 at Echols Hall, while winning its 26th consecutive home game. The streak marks the longest active home winning streak in NCAA Division I women’s basketball. Graduate guard Diamond Johnson led NSU with 22 points, adding four rebounds, four assists and three steals to her totals. She also shot…

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Norfolk State Men’s Track & Field four-peat as Indoor Champs

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image via the MEAC Courtesy of the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference Norfolk State University claimed their programs fourth consecutive MEAC Men’s Indoor Track & Field Championship Title on Monday evening at the Virginia Beach Sports Center.   The Norfolk State Spartans collected 202 team points to secure the 2025 MEAC title. Howard University finished second with 106 team points, while Coppin State placed third with 82 points.  Spartans head coach Kenneth Giles was named the Outstanding Coach of the Meet.  In field events, Troy McWilliams set the tone for NSU with a…

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Michael Vick and Norfolk State make three additions to coaching staff

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image via Norfolk State Athletics Alex Lehmbeck, Assistant Athletics Director for Sports Communication Norfolk State football head coach Michael Vick announced three additions to his coaching staff on Wednesday, officially welcoming Tim Smith, DeCedrick Quinn Sr., and Wilson Appleton to the 2025 coaching lineup. Smith, one of two returners from the Spartans’ previous staff, retains his role as Norfolk State’s wide receivers coach. Quinn will serve as the team’s strength and conditioning coach while Appleton will coach cornerbacks. Smith remains with the Spartans after joining the program prior to the 2024 season. He helped the Spartans…

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MEAC announces women’s Track & Field weekly honorees

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image via the MEAC Courtesy of the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference Howard graduate student Kailei Collins was selected as Women’s Track Athlete of the Week.  Norfolk State’s Leslie Young earned Women’s Field Athlete of the Week honors.    Collins (Gr., Houston, Texas) delivered a standout performance at the Windy City Invite, placing fifth in the 60m (7.42) and second in the 200m (23.85). Her 60m time set a new school record for the Bison.  Young (Sr., Portsmouth, Va.) put together a strong performance for the Spartans at D1 Pre-Nationals, securing third place in the shot put (13.43m)…

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Norfolk State softball announces postponement of weekend doubleheaders

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Due to the inclement weather that is bearing down on the eastern portion of the country, Norfolk State softball has postponed a pair of upcoming home double headers. The Spartans’ doubleheader against Mount St. Mary’s has been pushed back to Sunday, February 23 at 2pm EST. Their twin tilt against St. Bonaventure will now be played on Monday, February 24 at 12 p.m. EST. The first pitch of each of the second games will take place approximately half an hour after the conclusion of the first contest.

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Norfolk State women’s hoops gets 77-69 win over Morgan State

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image via Norfolk State Athletics Courtesy of Noah Schlekeway, Assistant SID The Norfolk State women’s basketball team held off Morgan State on the road, picking up the 77-69 win Monday evening at Hill Field House. Graduate guard Diamond Johnson produced a big game for the Spartans with 24 points, eight steals, seven assists, and five rebounds. Senior forward Kierra Wheeler also posted a big game with 24 points, 13 rebounds, two assists, two blocks, and one steal. Sophomore guard Da’Brya Clark posted double-figures for the seventh time this season with 12 points. The Spartans opened the…

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Antonio Gates Jr. transfers to Delaware State

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title image via Spartans Wire The son of former 8-time NFL Pro Bowl tight end Antonio Gates is transferring to play for new coach Desean Jackson and Delaware State.  Gates Jr was rated as a four-star prospect coming out of Fordson High School ( Dearborn, MI). Allen Trieu, National Recruiting Analyst for 247 Sports said this about Gates Jr in his scouting report:  Uses size and physicality to out-body defenders for 50-50 balls. Shows timing and ability to high-point the ball. Strong, natural hands and an ability to catch the…

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Norfolk State women’s hoops stuns Auburn 63-57

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title image via Fannae Webb Courtesy of Noah Schlekeway, Assistant SID  Box Score AUBURN, Ala. — The Norfolk State women’s basketball team earned its second SEC upset win of the season, taking down Auburn 63-57 at Neville Arena Sunday afternoon. Graduate guard Diamond Johnson led the Spartans with 17 points. She added 11 rebounds, four steals, and three assists to her totals. Sophomore guard Da’Brya Clark also scored in double figures for NSU with 15 points.  The Tigers took the early 6-4 first-quarter lead behind a pair of free throws from Deyona Gaston. Clark answered back…

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Michael Vick introduced as Norfolk State head football coach

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Courtesy of Norfolk State Athletics Norfolk State University, the largest Historically Black College and University (HBCU) in Virginia, has called on a Hampton Roads legend to lead the Norfolk State football program. Following unanimous approval by the Board of Visitors on Friday afternoon, NSU Director of Athletics Dr. Melody Webb announced that Michael Vick, a four-time Pro Bowl selection and former No. 1 overall NFL draft pick, has been named Norfolk State University’s 19th head football coach. “Today marks a historic day for Norfolk State University,” Webb said. “I am thrilled to…

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MEAC links with SIDEARM Sports on revamped website

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Courtesy of the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference  The Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) is proud to announce the launch of its newly redesigned official website,MEACsports.com, developed in collaboration with industry leader SIDEARM Sports. “We are excited to introduce the dynamic new design of our website,” said MEAC Commissioner Sonja Stills. “This enhanced platform reflects our dedication to providing a premier digital experience for our elite eight member institutions and the devoted MEAC Nation, showcasing the excellence and pride of our conference.” The revamped MEACsports.com offers a modern and user-friendly design, providing easy access to…

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