Category: HBCU Sports

FAMU Football hit with NCAA APR Penalties , slapped with postseason ban

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Courtesy of FAMU Athletics Florida A&M University (FAMU) announced today that its football program has received Level Two Academic Progress Rate (APR) penalties from the NCAA for the 2026 football season, which include practice restrictions and ineligibility for postseason competition during the 2026 season. President Marva B. Johnson, J.D. and the university’s leadership are committed to addressing the structural conditions that contributed to this outcome and to building the academic infrastructure our student-athletes deserve. “Florida A&M holds its student-athletes to the same standard of excellence we hold every Rattler,” said…

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What Leyton Gibbs-McGovern Brings to Tennessee State

Brandon King

When Nolan Smith and Tennessee State Tigers men’s basketball secured a commitment from Leyton Gibbs-McGovern, they weren’t just adding depth—they were adding a skill set that fills a clear need. After two productive seasons at the junior college level, Gibbs-McGovern arrives in Nashville as a proven scorer with elite athletic tools, and those traits could translate sooner rather than later at the Division I level. Transition Offense Weapon One of Gibbs-McGovern’s most immediate impacts should come in the open floor. His elite athleticism and explosiveness make him a natural fit…

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Tennessee State Basketball Lands JUCO Guard Leyton Gibbs-McGovern for 2026 Season

Brandon King

Tennessee State Tigers men’s basketball has secured its first commitment of the 2026 offseason, adding JUCO standout Leyton Gibbs-McGovern as head coach Nolan Smith continues to build on the program’s recent momentum. The Indianapolis, Indiana native arrives in Nashville following a productive junior college career that saw him emerge as one of the more dynamic scorers at that level. Gibbs-McGovern began his collegiate journey at College of the Sequoias, where he made an immediate impact, appearing in 27 games and averaging 13.8 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 1.6 assists per contest.…

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Scouting Report: What Bobby Marks Brings to the Transfer Portal

Brandon King

Virginia Union guard Bobby Marks enters the transfer portal as one of the more intriguing under-the-radar prospects after a breakout season that saw him earn CIAA Rookie of the Year honors. 📊  2025 Season Stats 🎯  Strengths Shot Creation Marks’ biggest asset is his ability to go get a bucket. He can create his own shot off the dribble and isn’t afraid of tough looks late in the clock. That alone gives him value at the next level. Scoring Instincts He plays with a natural scorer’s mentality—comfortable attacking, pulling up,…

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Tennessee State’s Quincy Robert nabs first collegiate win and earns Golfer of the Week honors

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Courtesy of Ella Clark, Coordinator – Communications & Creative Content Tennessee State men’s golfer Quincy Robert has been named Golfer of the Week following his standout performance at the TSU Big Blue Intercollegiate, earning the first weekly honor of his collegiate career and marking the program’s first Golfer of the Week selection since 2023. Robert captured co-medalist honors at the tournament, finishing atop the leaderboard at 5-under par to secure his first collegiate victory. Competing on Tennessee State’s home course at Hermitage Golf Course – Presidents Reserve, Robert delivered consistent play across…

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CIAA Rookie of the Year Bobby Marks Enters Transfer Portal

Brandon King

Image via Virginia Union Athletics The 2025 CIAA Men’s Basketball Rookie of the Year, Virginia Union guard Bobby Marks, has announced he is entering the transfer portal, per his social media. The sophomore standout made an immediate impact for the Panthers this past season, averaging 12.4 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 1.8 assists per game. His play helped power Virginia Union to an impressive 25–6 overall record and a 13–3 mark in CIAA competition, along with a berth in the NCAA Division II Tournament. In addition to earning CIAA Rookie of…

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SWAC Freshman of the Year Antonio Muñoz Commits to San Diego

Brandon King

The 2026 SWAC Freshman of the Year is headed west. Grambling standout Antonio Muñoz announced Wednesday via social media that he has committed to the University of San Diego, giving the Toreros a versatile and proven young talent. The Whitney Young (Chicago, IL) product made an immediate impact in his freshman campaign, leading Grambling with 12.5 points per game. He added 3.5 rebounds and 2.0 assists while logging 24.9 minutes per contest. Muñoz showed flashes of high-level scoring ability throughout the season, topping the 20-point mark five times. His best…

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TSU Rewards Nolan Smith With Extension After NCAA Tournament Breakthrough

Brandon King

In just his first season at the helm, Nolan Smith has already etched his name into the modern history of Tennessee State Tigers basketball. Smith kicked the proverbial doors down in Nashville, leading the Tigers to a 23–10 overall record and a 15–5 mark in Ohio Valley Conference play. TSU captured both the regular season and conference tournament championships, earning its first NCAA Tournament appearance since 1994—ending a three-decade drought in emphatic fashion. On the heels of that historic campaign, Tennessee State has rewarded Smith with a contract extension that…

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Bethune-Cookman baseball shocks LSU 10-7

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Image via Romeo T. Guzman Courtesy of Bethune-Cookman Athletics 10 Winner BCUBB 7 LSU Team R H E BCUBB 10 12 3 LSU 7 11 2 W: Barroso, Andris (2-3) L: Santiago Garcia (1-1)  S: Zambrano, Jean Carlos (1 BATON ROUGE, La. — The Wildcats’ offense rose to the challenge Tuesday night with 10 runs on 12 hits to pick up a huge 10-7 road win over No. 24 LSU at Alex Box Stadium. The victory is Bethune-Cookman’s first over a ranked opponent since 2017, with the last regular season win coming in 2014. LSU (22-12, 6-6) struck first…

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Demetria Frank named Bethune-Cookman women’s head basketball coach

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Courtesy of BCU Athletics Bethune-Cookman University Vice President for Athletics Reggie Theus announced today the appointment of Demetria Frank as Head Women’s Basketball Coach. Frank becomes the eighth head coach in program history. “This is an exciting day for Bethune-Cookman Athletics,” Theus said. “We are thrilled to welcome back one of our most accomplished alumni to lead our women’s basketball program into a new era. Demetria Frank aligns with our mindset and goal of building a Championship Culture, bringing with her a true love for our program and our university.…

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