Category: HBCU Sports

FAMU names Isaiah Knowles starting QB for Week 0 after decorated Albany State career

Brandon King

Florida A&M has officially found its leader under center for the start of the 2026 season. The Rattlers announced Monday that transfer quarterback Isaiah Knowles will open the season as the team’s starting quarterback for its Week 0 matchup, ending any speculation surrounding the position heading into the season opener. Knowles arrives in Tallahassee after an outstanding career at Albany State, where he established himself as one of the most accomplished quarterbacks in Division II and HBCU football. During his time with the Golden Rams, he earned SIAC Offensive Player…

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Mississippi Valley State Volleyball to Host 2026 Green & White Game on August 15

Brandon King

Mississippi Valley State Volleyball is inviting fans to get their first look at the 2026 Delta Devils during the program’s annual Green & White Game on Saturday, August 15. The intrasquad scrimmage is scheduled to begin at 1:30 p.m. inside R.W. Harrison HPER Arena and will serve as the team’s preseason showcase before the start of the regular season. The event gives supporters an opportunity to meet the 2026 roster, see the team’s new additions in action, and get an early glimpse of what to expect this season under the…

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Alcorn State Offers 2028 3-Star Guard Monta Ellis Jr., Son of New GM Monta Ellis

Brandon King

Alcorn State has extended a scholarship offer to one of the nation’s emerging backcourt prospects. According to a post on his Instagram account, 2028 three-star guard Monta Ellis Jr. has received an offer from the Braves. The Texas native is coming off a productive sophomore campaign at Walnut Grove High School, where he averaged 14.5 points per game, establishing himself as one of the top players in the 2028 recruiting class. The offer is particularly noteworthy given Ellis Jr.‘s family ties to the program. His father, former NBA standout Monta…

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Texas Southern Set to Hire Seton Hall Assistant Corey Lowery as Next Head Basketball Coach

Brandon King

Texas Southern appears poised to name its next leader on the sidelines. Pending approval by the university’s board, Texas Southern intends to finalize a deal to hire Corey Lowery as its next head men’s basketball coach, according to multiple reports. Lowery joins the Tigers after spending the past four seasons as an assistant coach at Seton Hall. During his tenure in South Orange, he was part of a coaching staff that recorded 42 victories over its first two seasons together—the most wins by a first-year coaching staff through its initial…

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Tennessee State Women’s Basketball Unveils 2026-27 OVC Conference Schedule

Brandon King

The Tennessee State women’s basketball team has announced its 2026-27 Ohio Valley Conference schedule, giving the Lady Tigers their roadmap for conference play as they prepare for the upcoming season. OVC action begins on Dec. 11 when Tennessee State travels to Western Illinois. The Lady Tigers will then close out the calendar year with a New Year’s Eve matchup at Southern Indiana before opening 2027 with a trip to Eastern Illinois on Jan. 2. Tennessee State opens its conference home schedule at the Gentry Center on Jan. 7 against Western…

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Former Coastal Carolina QB Samari Collier Commits to Delaware State

Brandon King

Delaware State has added another talented quarterback to its roster, landing former Coastal Carolina signal-caller Samari Collier as head coach DeSean Jackson continues to strengthen the Hornets ahead of the 2026 season. Collier announced his commitment Friday through his Instagram account. Collier made an impact during the 2025 season at Coastal Carolina, throwing for 489 yards and seven touchdowns while adding 429 rushing yards and seven more scores on the ground. His dual-threat ability accounted for 918 total yards of offense and 14 total touchdowns despite appearing in just part…

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Tennessee State Men’s Basketball to Compete in Toyota Chris Paul HBCU Classic

Brandon King

Defending Ohio Valley Conference champion Tennessee State will take its talents to the national stage this December after being selected to compete in the third annual Toyota Chris Paul HBCU Classic. The two-day showcase will be held December 4-5, 2026, at CareFirst Arena in Washington, D.C., marking the first time the event has been hosted in the nation’s capital. Organized by the Chris Paul Family Foundation in partnership with the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame, the event celebrates the excellence, culture, and legacy of HBCU basketball while providing student-athletes with…

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Tennessee State Basketball Announces 2026-27 OVC Schedule as Tigers Begin Title Defense

Brandon King

The road to another Ohio Valley Conference championship is officially set. Defending OVC champion Tennessee State has announced its 2026-27 conference schedule, giving the Tigers their first look at the path toward defending both their regular-season and tournament crowns. The 16-game league slate features eight home contests at the Gentry Center and eight road games as Tennessee State looks to build on one of the program’s most successful seasons in more than three decades. The Tigers will tip off conference play on Dec. 31 with a road matchup against Southern…

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Alcorn State Hires Former NBA Guard Monta Ellis as Men’s Basketball General Manager

Brandon King

Alcorn State has added an accomplished NBA veteran to its basketball program, hiring Monta Ellis as the men’s basketball general manager. Ellis, who enjoyed a 12-year NBA career, brings extensive experience at the highest level of the game to the Braves. His hiring reflects the growing trend of Division I programs adding general managers to oversee roster management, recruiting, NIL strategy, and player personnel in the modern era of college athletics. Working alongside head coach Jake Morton, Ellis will help shape the program’s roster, evaluate talent, and provide mentorship to…

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Quinn Fordham Gray Sr. Set to Appear on The Paul Finebaum Show Tuesday

Brandon King

FAMU head football coach Coach Quinn Fordham Gray Sr. is set to make a national television and radio appearance this Tuesday when he joins The Paul Finebaum Show at 4:30 p.m. ET. The interview will be simulcast on SEC Network and ESPN Radio, giving college football fans an opportunity to hear directly from Gray as anticipation continues to build ahead of the upcoming season. The Paul Finebaum Show is one of the premier platforms for college football discussion, making the appearance a significant opportunity for Gray to share his thoughts…

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