Jackson State was named the HBCU FCS Team of the week. In the team’s most recent outing, Jackson State defeated Southern 38-13 in the BoomBox Classic, shutting out the Jags in the second half. It was Jackson State’s seventh consecutive win over its Baton Rouge-based rivals. The Tigers also have been ranked No.1 in Dr. Cavil’s Inside the HBCU Sports Lab top 7 poll rankings for 11 consecutive weeks.
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Courtesy of the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference NORFOLK, Va. – North Carolina Central quarterback Walker Harris has been named Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) Offensive Player of the Week, the league announced today. Norfolk State’s Corey Chapman earned Defensive Player of the Week honors, while Morgan State’s Raymond Moore III was selected as Rookie of the Week. NCCU’s Ja’Quan Sprinkle picked up Offensive Lineman of the Week accolades, and Morgan State’s Jadon Carter was recognized as Specialist of the Week. Harris (NCCU, QB, r-Sr., 6-1, 195, Wake Forest, N.C.) completed 21-of-34 passes for 288 yards and two touchdowns in the Eagles’ 50-42 victory over…
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Week 5 of the Dr. Cavil’s Inside the HBCU Sports Lab Top 7 Rankings saw a new team enter the mix, one team change position, while the remainder were carryovers from the previous week. 7. Delaware State Hornets (3-2, 0-0) The Hornets hang on to 7th place in this week’s rankings. DSU scored 31 points in the first half , however was shutout in the second half , falling 35-31 to Sacred Heart. The loss snapped the Hornets’ three game losing streak. Delaware State returns to action Saturday, heading to West…
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image via Albany State football Courtesy of Albany State Athletics 14 ALL 57 Winner ASU Team 1st 2nd 3rd 4th F ALL 7 0 7 0 14 ASU 22 14 14 7 57 Albany, Ga. – In an electrifying display of skill and teamwork, the Golden Rams stormed the field and claimed a resounding 57-14 Family, Friends, and Community Day victory over Allen in their much-anticipated home opener. From the very first snap, the Rams demonstrated their dominance, dazzling the crowd with impressive plays and relentless energy. The win improves ASU to…
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image via Doug Burt Courtesy North Carolina Central Athletics The North Carolina Central University football program survived a late comeback attempt Saturday evening at Memorial Stadium, holding on to defeat East Texas A&M 50-42. The Eagles improved to 4-2 on the season. Kicker Kaleb Robison kicked a 24-yard field goal, his second of the night, with 4:20 left to play, putting the Eagles ahead 50-28. But the Lions responded with an 8-play, 75 yard drive that culminated in a touchdown pass with less than two minutes to go, cutting the…
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image via Tennessee State football Courtesy of Tennessee State Athletics The Tennessee State football team fell 35-8 to #11 Tennessee Tech in the OVC-Big South opener at Nissan Stadium on Saturday. TSU falls to 1-3 overall and 0-1 in league play. Kendric Rhymes paced the Tigers rushing attack by accumulating 31 yards over the course of the game. Rhymes also tacked on 53 receiving yards. Zack Simmons-Brown also added 19 yards on the ground. The most prolific target for Tennessee State quarterbacks was Snap Reed, who caught three passes for 65 yards. DeVaughn Slaughter got in on…
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Homecoming is an anticipated time for students, alumni, fans, the football team as well as the marching band. At Fort Valley State, the marching band seemingly has been transformed from participants to spectators. The University announced that it’s Blue Machine Marching Band has been suspended amid allegations of hazing. Britney Smith, FVSU’s Director of Marketing and Communication, speaking to Fox affiliate WGXA (Macon, GA) confirmed the band being put on ice. “Fort Valley State University has directed the Blue Machine Marching Band to suspend all activity due to allegations of…
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This women’s exclusive iteration of the classic Air Jordan 1 sports a sail leather upper overlaid with fir leather at the toe, eye rows, wrapping the heel and flanking the ankle. A golden Jumpman sits on the lateral ankle, while fir Swooshes adorn the lateral and medial sides. Perched stop the tongue is “NIKE AIR” branding, while a leather hangtag that reads “AIR JORDAN 1985” in golden lettering round out the upper. A sail midsole and green rubber outsole completes the aesthetic. The “Fir” Air Jordan 1 High OG is…
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This kids exclusive Air Jordan 11 sports a black leather upper overlaid with a black rand. A volt Jumpman is present at the lateral ankle, accompanied by a concord paint pattern. A volt “23” can be seen at the lateral heel, with the tongue strip that reads “JUMPMAN JORDAN” Underneath the aforementioned upper resides a white midsole and a glow in the dark outsole. The “Sneaker School” Air Jordan 11 is slated to debut October 4.
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Howard swimming was picked to repeat as Northeast Conference (NEC) champions in preseason polls. The coaches polled unanimously selected the Bison to defend their crown. The Bison swim team cleared the second pace team, Wagner by just 7 points, securing the conference crown by an exciting victory in the 4x100m at the close out event at Spire Academy. Wagner, last year’s runner up, was picked to finish second, while LIU and Le Moyne were selected to finish 3rd and 4th, respectively. The NEC Swimming and Diving Championships are scheduled to…
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