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Dr. Cavil’s Inside the HBCU Sports Lab Week 12 Major Division Top 7

Brandon King

Dr. Kenyatta Cavil contributed to this report Week 12 of Dr. Cavil’s Inside the HBCU Sports showed the least amount of movement of any week this season. Six of the seven teams occupy the same position as they did the previous week, with only one newcomer to the rankings.  7. Alabama State (5-5, 4-3)  The Hornets of Alabama State remain at the no.7 spot from last week’s rankings. In their most recent outing, the Hornets lost a hard-fought 16-10 matchup with no.1 Jackson State. The Alabama State defense held the…

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The “Racer Blue” is one of two collaborative colorways, the Artic Pink” being the other, from Awake NY and Jordan Brand. As was the case with the “Artic Pink” , at this moment, there are no available images, however it’s confirmed they will make use of a black, racer blue, metallic silver, white and clear color scheme. Early initial speculation predicts an aesthetic of a black upper with a metallic silver tongue topped with a racer blue Jumpman. Awake branding could show up on the lateral heel, with additional branding…

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”Artic Pink” Awake NY x Air Jordan 5 coming August 2025

Brandon King

The ongoing collaborative relationship between Awake NY will pen its latest chapter with the release of this Air Jordan 5 next year. This “Racer Pink” colorway joins a previously announced “Racer Blue” iteration. At this juncture, there are no available images , but what is known it this yet-to-be released Air Jordan 5 will utilize an artic pink, metallic silver, university red, black, white and clear color palette. Initial predictive speculation assigns an aesthetic of a completely artic pink upper, including the netting that adorns the sides. A metallic silver…

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Sanders Ellis named Big South-OVC Freshman of the Week

Brandon King

Tennessee State linebacker Sanders Ellis was named Big South-OVC Freshman of the Week for the fourth time this season. In the Tigers’ 23-20 win over defending conference champion Gardner-Webb, Ellis recorded 5 tackles ( 3 solo, 2 assisted) and 1.5 tackles for loss  On the season, Ellis is Tennessee State’s second-leading tackler, with 64 total stops ( 22 assisted), and ranks 11th in the Big South-OVC, averaging 5.8 tackles per game. The Jerry Rice Award Watchlist member is 6th in the conference in tackles for loss with 11.0. That also…

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Lady Spartans defeat Hampton in Battle of the Bay, 62-53

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title image via Nick Sutton Courtesy of Noah Schlekeway, Assistant SID | Box Score HAMPTON, Va. — The Norfolk State women’s basketball team forced 26 turnovers on its way to a 62-53 victory over Hampton in the Battle of the Bay. Senior forward Kierra Wheeler scored 16 points, leading the Spartans while graduate Diamond Johnson (15) and graduate Niya Fields (12) also scored double figures. Norfolk State took control of the game early, logging a pair of layups before Johnson hit a big 3-pointer. The Spartans continued to build separation a few minutes later with a corner jumper…

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Mississippi Valley shocks FAMU 24-21, ends Rattlers home winning streak

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Courtesy of Mississippi Valley State Athletics In a dramatic showdown at Bragg Memorial Stadium, Mississippi Valley State University (MVSU) secured a thrilling 24-21 victory over Florida A&M on November 16, 2024. This marked a pivotal win for the Delta Devils, showcasing a blend of strategic offense and resilient defense. Despite a strong start from Florida A&M, with a 19-yard touchdown by Levontai Summersett in the opening moments, MVSU fought back fiercely. Quarterback Ty’Jarian Williams led the charge with 251 passing yards and two touchdowns, supported by standout performances from wide receiver Nathan Rembert,…

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Tennessee State withstands Gardner Webb rally , wins 23-20

Brandon King

ttle image Tennessee State Athletics It appeared early that Tennessee State may run away with the game early but Gardner Webb nearly fought back before critical late scores from Tennessee State proved to be the difference as the Tigers were able to defeat the Bulldogs 23-20.  In so many of our previews this season, it has been stressed for the need for Tennessee State to get off to a good start. In this game, the offense did just that. Gardner-Webb seemed to shy away from kicking  to CJ Evans, opting…

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PE Corner: Anthony Davis’ LeBron XXIs 

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Anthony Davis was one of the plethora of NBA players who began taking the court in Kobe Bryant sneakers, primarily the V and VI Protro, following the tragic and untimely death of the NBA in January 2020. However, since the release of the LeBron XX, the Lakers’ best player has primarily done his on-court work with the last three models from the LeBron series – the XX, XXI, and the XXII.  This PE for the NBA’s current leading scorer sports a ribbed deep turquoise upper adorned on the lateral side…

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Second half surges pushes North Carolina Central past Howard, 26-3

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J’Mari Taylor being J’Mari Taylor, and the Eagles defense being the Eagles defense, helped North Carolina Central University football celebrate Senior Night on Friday in O’Kelly-Riddick Stadium with a 26-3 win over Howard.  With the win in front of a live ESPNU audience, the Eagles improved to 7-3 overall and 3-1 in MEAC play. Howard opened the scoring in the closing seconds of the first quarter following a 36-yard field goal from Dylan West, putting the Bison up 3-0. But the Eagles answered in the closing minutes of the half, going 71…

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An initial look at the A Ma Maniére x Air Jordan 3

Brandon King

The very successful collaborative relationship between fashion brand A Ma Maniére and Jordan Brand continues with this upcoming Air Jordan 3. Initial images of this joint Air Jordan 3 have emerged and what is depicted is a 3 sporting a white, tumbled leather upper with black suede present at the toe and wrapping the heel. The same black suede appears at the collar and also underlaid at the midfoot.  A Ma Maniére branding appears atop the tongue completes while “Nike Air” branding appearing on the rear heel tab.  Underneath the…

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