Category: HBCU Sports

North Carolina Central Blanks Howard 34-0 Behind Dominant Defensive Performance

Brandon King

image via Doug Burt North Carolina Central put together a dominant performance on both sides of the football Saturday, shutting out Howard 34-0 in a MEAC matchup. After a scoreless first quarter, the Eagles found their rhythm offensively in the second quarter and never looked back. NCCU scored 13 points in the second quarter, added seven in the third and finished with 14 in the fourth to secure the shutout victory. The Eagles’ defense held Howard to just 114 total yards of offense, including 44 passing yards and 70 rushing…

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Tennessee State Shut Out by Lindenwood, Falls 27-0 in OVC Matchup

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Tennessee State couldn’t find the end zone Saturday, suffering a 27-0 shutout loss to Lindenwood in an Ohio Valley Conference matchup. The Tigers were held scoreless throughout all four quarters as Lindenwood gradually took control behind a balanced offensive attack and a defensive performance that limited TSU to 183 total yards. Lindenwood improved to 3-4 overall, while Tennessee State fell to 2-6. Game Breakdown: Lindenwood Pulls Away The opening quarter ended scoreless, but Lindenwood broke through early in the second quarter. At 14:46, quarterback Pops Battle connected with Drew Krobath…

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South Carolina State Blows Past Morgan State 51-10 Behind Dominant Offensive Performance

Brandon King

South Carolina State made a statement in MEAC play Thursday night, overwhelming Morgan State 51-10 at Hughes Stadium in Baltimore. The Bulldogs dominated on both sides of the football, piling up 509 total yards while limiting the Bears to just 150. What started as a competitive contest in the second quarter quickly turned into a one-sided affair as South Carolina State scored 30 unanswered points in the second half to secure the 41-point victory. With the win, South Carolina State improved to 7-2 overall and 2-0 in MEAC competition, while…

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Nightcap Canceled at North Carolina A&T’s 100th GHOE Amid Dispute Over Fees and Campus Access

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The planned Nightcap live broadcast at North Carolina A&T State University is off, ending what was expected to be a major addition to the university’s historic 100th Greatest Homecoming on Earth. Shannon Sharpe announced the cancellation on the podcast, blaming the university for what he described as late financial demands, communication problems and restrictions surrounding the show’s planned campus participation. The broadcast had been announced for Thursday, Oct. 29, with the program expected to run from approximately 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. ET. Sharpe hosts Nightcap alongside Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson…

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UAPB Star Indiya Bowen Lands NIL Deal With AND1

Brandon King

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) women’s basketball star Indiya Bowen is adding a new partnership to her growing résumé after landing a name, image and likeness (NIL) deal with basketball apparel brand AND1. The announcement comes as her latest achievement, which includes Bowen being named the 2026-27 Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) Preseason Player of the Year, recognizing her standing among the conference’s top players entering the upcoming season. The partnership gives Bowen another opportunity to build her personal brand while representing UAPB and bringing additional visibility to HBCU…

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Dominique Wilkins Named Alabama State Men’s Basketball General Manager

Brandon King

MONTGOMERY, Ala. — NBA Hall of Famer Dominique Wilkins is bringing his basketball experience and professional connections to the HBCU level after being named general manager of Alabama State’s men’s basketball program. Alabama State University announced the appointment Tuesday, October 27, during its annual Basketball Tip-Off Reception, where athletics director Jason Cable introduced Wilkins to Hornet supporters. The move gives the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) program a prominent basketball figure as it prepares for the 2026-27 season. What Will Dominique Wilkins Do at Alabama State? Wilkins will work with Alabama…

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BREAKING: Southern University Issues All-Clear After Campus Shooting Injures One

Brandon King

BATON ROUGE, La. — Southern University has issued an all-clear for its Baton Rouge campus following a shooting Monday evening that left one person injured. According to university officials, the shooting occurred around 5:35 p.m. in Building 100, part of the university’s apartment housing complex. The injured individual was transported to a hospital. The university previously described the incident as isolated and said there was no immediate threat to the campus. Students had been instructed to remain in their dormitories during a partial lockdown while officials responded. Authorities were at…

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Southern Head Coach Marshall Faulk Opens Up About Living With Parkinson’s Disease

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“Life doesn’t have to stop. This isn’t a death sentence,” Faulk said. In a candid discussion shared by @LAFirstNews, Faulk opened up about his diagnosis and what living with the neurological condition has been like. Faulk explained that he takes medication and remains optimistic about his future, saying he likely will not display obvious symptoms to the naked eye and expects to live a full life. His message offers encouragement to others navigating a Parkinson’s diagnosis, emphasizing that the condition does not mean life and personal ambitions have to come…

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15-Year-Old Arrested After Shooting Injures 11 Near Florida A&M Homecoming Game

Brandon King

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — A 15-year-old boy has been arrested in connection with a shooting that injured 11 people near Florida A&M University’s Bragg Memorial Stadium following the school’s homecoming football game, according to the Tallahassee Police Department. The shooting occurred shortly before 8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, near Perry and Manatee streets, outside the stadium as crowds gathered and left homecoming festivities. Police announced the arrest Monday, Oct. 26, following an investigation that included tips from the public and digital evidence. ESPN⁠ Authorities identified the suspect as Anthony Rivers III.…

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Former Tuskegee Head Coach Aaron James Joins Miles College as Offensive Analyst

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Aaron James is returning to familiar territory. The former Tuskegee University head football coach has joined Miles College as an offensive assistant and analyst, according to HBCU Premier Sports. James returns to a program where he previously spent nine seasons as a member of the Golden Bears’ coaching staff, helping build one of the SIAC’s successful teams during his tenure. His previous responsibilities at Miles included coaching wide receivers and quarterbacks, serving as recruiting coordinator, and working as offensive coordinator. James’ return to Miles follows his departure from Tuskegee, where…

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