Category: HBCU Sports

“Delaware State” Nike Pegasus 40 is now available

Brandon King

This Pegasus 40 is one of several HBCU-themed iterations of the long-running silhouette. It sports a white mesh upper with blue glow suede running the eye rows. Red Swooshes present on both the lateral and medial sides; the former features a red outline and the latter being solid in color. Delaware State branding replaces the normal Nike branding on the tongue , with a Hornet logo present on the lateral heel. A reflective strip on the upper rear heel completes an upper that sits atop a white React midsole that’s…

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Former Albany State baseball Lavoisier Fisher

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Courtesy of Dr. Earnest Brown, Albany State Athletics Former Golden Rams standout, Lavoisier Fisher, signed a contract with the Grand Junction Jackalopes in the Pioneer Baseball League that is based out of Grand Junction, CO.  Fisher stated, “Signing with the Grand Junction Jackalopes is a blessing from God.  Being able to go to Colorado is a representation of how far I have come, and how hard I have worked.  I still have a long way to go, but I am looking forward to the journey.  This is the beginning of a…

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“Tennessee State” Nike Pegasus 40 now available

Brandon King

This Nike Pegasus is part of a larger collegiate collection that features many HBCUs. It features a white mesh upper with red-outlined and filled in Swooshes on the lateral and medial sides, respectively. Blue is present on the mesh tongue, with Tennessee State branding appearing on red tongue label. The TSU logo appears on the lateralheel, with a reflective strip present on the rear heel. Underneath resides a React white midsole, which is home to ZOOM Air units in the heel and forefoot and a blue and red rubber outsole.…

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Alabama A&M Nike Pegasus 40 now available

Brandon King

This Pegasus 40 is part of a larger collection of collegiate specific iterations of the running silhouette. It sports a white mesh upper with maroon Swooshes present on the sides; the branding on the lateral side being outlined in the hue, while the one on the medial side contains no such negative space. Underneath resides a white midsole that houses Zoom Air cushioning and a maroon and white runner On the tongue “ALABAMA A&M UNIVERSITY” replaces the standard branding on the tongue, with the AAMU logo adorning the lateral heel.…

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Anton Goff named Prairie View A&M Athletic Director

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Courtesy of Prairie View A&M Athletics Prairie View A&M University has selected Anton Goff as its new Athletics Director, PVAMU President Tomikia P. LeGrande announced today.   A seasoned athletic administrator, Goff currently serves as Senior Associate Athletics Director at Northern Illinois University. In this capacity, he oversees all student athlete-academic support services for NIU’s 17 varsity sports. He is also responsible for creating and implementing the athletic department’s strategic plan and plays an active role in fundraising and facility development.   “We conducted an extensive national search for this position,” said…

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Ashley Robinson is staying at Jackson State

Brandon King

Jackson State Athletic Director and Vice President Ashley Robinson is remaining at JSU. Robinson has been the subject of much speculation that linked him to the open AD position at Prairie View A&M, which was where he spent the previous five years prior to heading to Jackson. Wednesday morning Jackson State released a video with acting JSU President Elayne Hayes-Anthony and AD and VP Robinson in which they announced that he was going nowhere. “AD Robinson is staying at Thee I Love, Jackson State University. We huddled up, as they…

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2023 Move-in day for Albany State freshmen and transfers

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Courtesy of Dr. Earnest Brown, Albany State Athletics Quinn Gray, Sr., the 14th head football coach at Albany State University, welcomed a plethora of freshmen and transfers to campus for move-in day on Tuesday, August 1. The day started with players checking in and moving into their dorm rooms between 8:00 am – 11:00 am.  At 11:30 am, Coach Gray and his staff held a players and parents meeting.  During the meeting, Dr. Kristene Kelly (Director of Athletics) was introduced.  After lunch, the players participated in several breakout sessions on topics…

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Philander Smith College is transitioning to Philander Smith University

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Customs Philander Smith College’s transition to university status is a testament to its unwavering commitment to growth and academic excellence. Rooted in a rich history that dates back to its founding in the late 19th century, Philander Smith College has continuously evolved to meet the changing needs of its students and the communities it serves. With a legacy of empowering socially conscious graduates, the college has made significant strides in expanding its academic programs, including the recent addition of Master of Business Administration (MBA) courses. This elevation to university status…

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Dr. Karen M. Carty named first female AD in UVI history

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Courtesy of UVI Athletics Dr. Karen M. Carty has been named the Director of Athletics at the University of the Virgin Islands. Dr. Carty becomes the first female athletics director in UVI’s 61-year history. “I am personally excited to have Dr. Carty join the University and lead our Athletics Department. She brings a wealth of experience and an authentic connection to the Virgin Islands, and the University,” said Dr. David Hall, UVI President. “She is just what we need to expand and improve athletics at UVI. As we join a…

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Norfolk State football begins camp Wednesday

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Courtesy of Brian Howard, Asst. AD/Communications, Norfolk State Athletics Football season is officially back in the Tidewater Area!  The Norfolk State University football team reports to camp on Tuesday, with the first practice set for Wednesday morning.  Norfolk State kicks off its practice slate at 9 a.m. on Wednesday morning. The Spartans will practice four consecutive days before their first off day, which comes on Sunday, Aug. 6.   The fall camp is closed to the public. Members of the media will be allowed to attend the first 45 minutes of…

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