Category: HBCU Sports

Michael Penix Jr.’s Brother Mekhi Penix Transfers to Mississippi Valley State

Brandon King

Via: Mekhi Penix (@m.penix13/Instagram) Mississippi Valley State has added a recognizable name to its football program, landing wide receiver Mekhi Penix, the younger brother of Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. The 6-foot-4, 220-pound receiver announced his commitment to the Delta Devils on social media after spending the 2025 season at Independence Community College. He appeared in 8 games for Independence Community College in 2025. He recorded 17 receptions for 234 yards and 2 touchdowns in those eight appearances. Mekhi now heads to Itta Bena looking to continue his collegiate…

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Dr. Paul A. Bryant Emerges as Potential Candidate for Jackson State Athletics Director Position

Brandon King

Jackson State University may already have a familiar SWAC name in its sights as it begins its search for a new vice president and director of athletics. According to multiple sources, Alabama A&M Vice President and Director of Athletics Dr. Paul A. Bryant has been contacted by Jackson State University regarding its vacant athletics director position, with mutual interest reportedly existing between Bryant and the university. The position opened Wednesday after Ashley Robinson departed Jackson State to become the new vice president and director of athletics at Texas Southern University.…

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Alyse Wells-Kilbert Selected as Interim Jackson State Athletics Director

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JACKSON, Miss. — Jackson State University has selected Associate Vice President and Senior Woman Administrator Alyse Wells-Kilbert to serve as the university’s interim director of athletics. Wells-Kilbert was selected by JSU President Denise Jones Gregory. Her appointment remains pending approval by the Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning (IHL) Board. Wells-Kilbert brings extensive experience within Jackson State Athletics and has served in leadership roles overseeing key areas of the department. Her selection places her at the center of the Tigers’ athletic operations as the university moves forward with its next chapter…

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Jackson State Alum Isaiah Bolden Signs With Philadelphia Eagles

Brandon King

Former Tigers standout Isaiah Bolden has signed with the Philadelphia Eagles, giving the 26-year-old cornerback another opportunity to continue his NFL career. The Eagles announced the move Monday, signing Bolden and releasing offensive lineman Hollin Pierce. Bolden originally entered the NFL after the New England Patriots selected him in the seventh round of the 2023 NFL Draft with the 245th overall pick out of Jackson State. He spent two seasons with New England before later spending time with the San Francisco 49ers’ practice squad. Before reaching the NFL, Bolden transferred…

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Ashley Robinson Named Texas Southern Vice President and Director of Athletics

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HOUSTON — Texas Southern University has officially approved Ashley Robinson as its next Vice President and Director of Athletics, marking the beginning of a new era for the Tigers’ athletic department. The Texas Southern Board of Regents approved Robinson’s appointment Wednesday, bringing the veteran HBCU athletics administrator to Houston after an eight-year tenure at Jackson State. Robinson leaves Jackson State after helping establish the Tigers as one of the most prominent athletic programs in the Southwestern Athletic Conference. His tenure included the hiring of former JSU football coach Deion Sanders…

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Kelby Givens Returns to Southern for Final Season Following NCAA Eligibility Ruling

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Southern University received one of the biggest offseason boosts in the FCS as All-American defensive end Kelby Givens announced he will return to the Jaguars for one final season after a federal court ruling granted an additional year of eligibility to athletes from the high school class of 2022. The decision keeps one of the nation’s premier defensive playmakers in Baton Rouge and immediately strengthens a Southern defense expected to contend for a SWAC championship. Since arriving on campus, Givens has built one of the most impressive résumés in the…

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Alcorn State’s Demetrion Duvall Named to FCS Punter of the Year Preseason Watch List

Brandon King

LORMAN, Miss. — Alcorn State punter Demetrion Duvall is receiving national recognition heading into the 2026 football season. Duvall has been named to the 2026 FCS Punter of the Year Preseason Watch List, becoming one of just 14 punters from across the Football Championship Subdivision under consideration for the prestigious award. The junior from Akron, Ohio, established himself as one of the Southwestern Athletic Conference’s top specialists during the 2025 season. Duvall averaged 42.7 yards on 49 punts, totaling 2,093 yards. He recorded a career-long 63-yard punt against Florida A&M…

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Making A Difference: Albany State Football Strengthens Community Ties by Adopting Nine Elementary Schools

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Albany State Football is proving that its impact reaches far beyond the football field. The Golden Rams were recently featured by WALB News after announcing a new community initiative in which the program has adopted nine elementary schools within the Dougherty County School System. The effort aims to build meaningful relationships with local students through mentorship, encouragement, and community engagement. By connecting student-athletes with young learners, Albany State hopes to inspire academic excellence, leadership, and confidence while reinforcing the importance of education and community involvement. The initiative reflects the university’s…

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19-Year-Old Suspect Arrested After Virginia State University Shooting Injures Five

Brandon King

Image via the New York Post ETTRICK, Va. — A 19-year-old man has been arrested after a shooting near the residence halls at Virginia State University left five people injured early Saturday morning, Aug. 15. Chesterfield County Police identified the suspect as Camron Harris, 19, of Henrico, Virginia. Harris is not a Virginia State University student. According to authorities, the shooting occurred around 1:30 a.m. near the university’s Quad Annexes and the 3300 block of Boisseau Street, outside campus residence halls. Five people between the ages of 17 and 23…

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UPDATE: Tennessee State’s 1998 and 1999 Championship Trophies Were Not Missing After All

Brandon King

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Tennessee State University’s 1998 and 1999 football championship trophies were never actually missing, bringing a positive end to a story that had sparked concern across the Tigers’ fan base. Earlier this week, former TSU head football coach L.C. Cole posted on social media that he had been informed the championship trophies were missing and asked anyone with information about their whereabouts to come forward. The message quickly spread among Tennessee State alumni, former players, and supporters, many of whom expressed concern over the status of two of…

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