Category: HBCU Sports

Isaiah Taylor Named 2026 Outdoor Track Athlete of the Year After Record-Breaking Season

Brandon King

Isaiah Taylor has added another accolade to an already remarkable season, earning 2026 Outdoor Track Athlete of the Year honors after delivering one of the most impressive campaigns in the program’s recent history. The award recognizes Taylor’s outstanding performances throughout the outdoor track and field season, during which he established himself as one of the premier athletes in the conference. His combination of speed, consistency, and determination helped him produce multiple standout performances while rewriting the record books. Taylor’s 2026 campaign was defined by record-breaking efforts and a relentless pursuit…

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Albany State Celebrates Student-Athletes Named to SIAC All-Academic Team

Brandon King

Albany State University is celebrating academic excellence after several Golden Rams student-athletes were named to the SIAC All-Academic Team. The recognition highlights student-athletes who have demonstrated strong performance in the classroom while balancing the demands of collegiate competition across multiple sports. “This is what excellence looks like—dominant in the classroom and on the field, court, and track,” the program shared in a social media post. “Couldn’t be more proud of our student-athletes named to the SIAC All-Academic Team. Outstanding work!” The honor reflects Albany State’s continued commitment to developing well-rounded…

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SWAC Announces 2026 Football Media Day Attendees

Brandon King

The Southwestern Athletic Conference has officially released the list of head coaches and student-athletes who will represent each program at the 2026 SWAC Football Media Day, set for July 15 in Birmingham, Alabama. The annual event serves as the unofficial kickoff to the SWAC football season, featuring preseason storylines, player availability, and the release of the predicted order of finish. Each of the 12 member institutions will be represented by its head coach along with two student-athletes. 🏈 2026 SWAC Football Media Day Attendees Alabama A&M Alabama State Alcorn State…

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

Brandon King

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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ICYMI: Alabama A&M Names Former Southern Band Director Nathan B. Haymer as Marching Maroon & White Arranger

Brandon King

The Alabama A&M University Marching Maroon & White has announced the appointment of Nathan B. Haymer as the program’s new arranger, bringing one of the most recognizable names in HBCU band culture back into a prominent collegiate role. Haymer previously served as director of bands at Southern University, where he helped elevate the nationally acclaimed Human Jukebox before his tenure came to an abrupt end. In 2021, Haymer was sentenced to 13 months in federal prison after pleading guilty to federal program theft involving funds intended for Southern University’s band…

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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

Brandon King

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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Alabama A&M Women’s Basketball Unveils 11-Player Recruiting Class Led by 9 Transfers and 2 High School Standouts

Brandon King

The rebuild isn’t subtle in Huntsville — it’s aggressive, intentional, and built for immediate impact. Alabama A&M University women’s basketball officially unveiled an 11-player recruiting class this week, headlined by nine Division I and collegiate transfers and two high school signees, as head coach Dawn Thornton continues reshaping the program into a SWAC contender. “This signing class is special. We added young women who fit our culture, our style of play and our vision for the future. They are competitors, they are winners and they are not afraid of expectations,”…

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Claflin University Set to Acquire Former Orangeburg-Wilkinson High School Campus

Brandon King

Claflin University is taking a major step toward its future growth with plans to acquire the former Orangeburg-Wilkinson High School campus, a move that will provide the university with valuable facilities while saving an estimated $2.5 million in demolition costs. The acquisition aligns with Claflin’s long-term master plan and gives the university access to additional land, buildings, and athletic facilities that can be repurposed to support future academic, residential, athletic, and community initiatives. Rather than seeing the property torn down, Claflin will be able to preserve and reimagine the campus…

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Kendrick Perkins Joins Jackson State as Men’s Basketball GM

Brandon King

A major name in basketball and sports media is headed to the HBCU ranks. Former NBA champion and current ESPN analyst Kendrick Perkins has agreed to become the men’s basketball General Manager at Jackson State University, adding another high-profile figure to the Tigers’ athletic department. Perkins, a 14-year NBA veteran who won an NBA championship with the Boston Celtics in 2008, said the opportunity is about more than basketball. “I’m thankful for this opportunity to impact young lives and pour back into my community.” In addition to serving as men’s…

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