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Norfolk State’s Larry Vickers accepting Auburn job

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Norfolk State head women’s basketball coach Larry Vickers has repotedly accepted the head coach position at Auburn. “Larry embraced the challenge of rebuilding Norfolk State’s women’s basketball team, taking over a program in need of a transformation,” said Dr. Melody Webb, NSU’s Director of Athleticsin a statement. “Over the past decade, he has consistently exceeded expectations, crafting one of the most successful dynasties ever seen in HBCU sports. He has elevated our women’s basketball program to unmatched heights, establishing Norfolk State as a model of excellence in the sport.” « ;…

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Reggie Barlow to accept Tennessee State head coach job

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According to multiple outlets, Reggie Barlow informed the DC Defenders just next week before the season kicks off, that he is departing the team, to reportedly accept the head coaching vacancy at Tennessee State. Barlow was heading to his third season as DC Defenders’ head coach, compiling a 13-7 record, guiding them to a13-7, winning an XFL North titletitled appreacnxe in the XFL Championship Game.  Barlow enjenjoyed an ht-year NFL career in which he played as a receiver and return specialist for the Jacksonville Jaguars, and the Tampa Bay BucBuccaneersn…

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Tennessee State’s Karate Brenson hits the transfer portal

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In a Friday afternoon post to his X account Tennessee State-wise receiver Chavalier Brenson, or as he is better known. “ Karate”, informed the world that he was the latest Tiger to hit the transfer portal.  Following his freshman campaign at Ball State, Brenson transferred to Tennessee State. In his first season at TSU Brenson appeared in 10 games finishing with 25 receptions and 329, both of which were second on the team. The following season Brenson was again second on the team with 28 catches and third with 277…

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Eriq George enters the transfer portal

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The son of football legend Eddie George, Eriq George, has entered the transfer portal.  The younger George said, in part, in a post on X earlier this week announcing his decision,” The lessons I have learned over the past two years have not only helped me develop as a football player but also as a man. I appreciate the faculty and staff who have guided me in pursuing a bachelor’s degree in communications. I want to thank my coaches for giving me insight, not only on the field but off…

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Allen’s Taliah Wesley was named to inaugural HBCU Women’s Basketball All-Star Game

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image via Courtesy of Cade Crenshaw, SID, Allen University Following a stellar senior season that resulted in being name SIAC Player of the Year, Allen women’s basketball guard Taliah Wesley has been selected to participate in the inaugural HBCU Women’s Basketball All-Star Game on April 6, 2025, in San Antonio, Texas.  “Taliah Welsey is a big-time player,” said HBCU All Stars LLC CEO Travis L. Williams. “She’s one of the top players, and we are truly thankful to have her on the team. Her work ethic speaks for itself. We’re truly excited about her.”…

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All- Conference defensive back, Tennessee State’s Jalen McClendon enters the transfer portal

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Tennessee State redshirt senior defensive back Jalen McClendon has entered the transfer portal. McClendon made the announcement via a post on X that reads in part,”I would also like to thank Coach Eddie George, Coach Fish and Coach Nut and the rest of the coaching staff for believing in me and giving me the ability to carry this team on my shoulders.” In the 2024 season, McClendon appeared in 14 contests, recording 66 tackles (56 solo, 10 assisted) 1 tackle for loss, 19 passes defended, and 1 interception, all while…

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Tennessee State forward Josh Ogundele enters the transfer portal

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Tennessee State forward Josh Ogundele has become the next Tiger to hop in the transfer portal, per the Portal Report.  The Iowa transfer appeared in 33 games, with 20 starts, averaging 6.8 points and 4.2 rebounds in 14.7 minutes per contest. Ogundele, a London, England native, began his collegiate career at Iowa, where he spent three seasons before transferring to Middle Tennessee for his senior season. 

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Allen football adds Jerrell Allen as defensive backs coach

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image via Allen Athletics Courtesy of Cade Crenshaw, SID, Allen University Allen University head football coach Cedric Pearl is excited to announce the hiring of Jerrell Allen to the Yellow Jackets’ coaching staff. Allen will serve as the defensive back coach for the football program.  “Jerrell always displayed the leadership and reliability that it takes to be successful as a coach when he played for me,” said head football coach Cedric Pearl. “I’m excited about Jerrell joining my staff as one of the best up-and-coming coaches around.” Allen arrives in Columbia after…

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Florida Memorial women’s hoops’ season ends in second round of NCAA Tourney

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| Florida Memorial University’s dream season comes to an end as they fall 68-47 to Freed-Hardeman in the second round of the NAIA Women’s Basketball National Tournament at the Brewer Sports Center. The Lady Lions of Freed-Hardeman went on a furious 14-2 run to open the game, and FMU could never fully recover from the initial blow. The Lions were led by 2024-25 SUN Conference Women’s Basketball Player of the Year Kamesha Moore who finished with a team-high 12 points on 3-of-6 shooting from beyond the arc to go along with two rebounds…

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Norfolk State draws Florida in NCAA First Round

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image via Courtesy of Alysse Scripter, Director of Strategic Communications, Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference  The 2025 MEAC tournament champion Norfolk State University men’s basketball team drew the Southeastern Conference (SEC) tournament champion Florida (30-4) as their opponent in the NCAA Division I men’s basketball tournament. The announcement came Sunday nightduring the annual Selection Show on CBS. 16-seeded Norfolk State earned the MEAC’s automatic bid to the postseason tournament and will battle top-seeded Florida in the first round on Friday, March 21, hosted by North Carolina State in Raleigh, N.C.   Norfolk State (24-10, 11-3…

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