Category: SWAC

Southern Jaguars Dominate Louisiana Christian in 93-48 Rout

Brandon King

Southern University women’s basketball delivered a dominant performance, rolling past Louisiana Christian University, 93-48. The Jaguars put together a 45-point victory, showcasing their offensive firepower and defensive dominance in the matchup. Southern controlled the game from the opening tip, jumping out to a 22-12 first-quarter advantage before exploding for 27 points in the second quarter. The Jaguars carried a commanding 49-18 lead into halftime. The offensive attack continued after the break, with Southern adding 25 points in the third quarter and 19 in the fourth to secure the convincing victory.…

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Prairie View A&M Opens Search for Assistant Football Coach

Brandon King

Prairie View A&M University is looking to add another member to its football coaching staff, officially opening applications for an Assistant Football Coach position under head coach Tremaine Jackson. The position will carry dual responsibilities as the program’s Cornerbacks Coach and Defensive Passing Coordinator, placing the new hire in charge of developing the Panthers’ secondary and helping oversee the team’s pass-defense strategy. The opening represents an opportunity for an experienced defensive coach to join Jackson’s staff and contribute to Prairie View A&M’s continued efforts to build a competitive football program.…

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Alabama A&M Holds Off West Florida in Overtime Thriller, Wins 85-83

Brandon King

83 Final Nov. 12, 2026 85 Winner Team 1 2 OT 1 F UWF 32  38  13  83 AAMU 44  26  15  85 HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Alabama A&M men’s basketball escaped with an 85-83 overtime victory over West Florida on Thursday night, November 12, during the Bulldog Bash at the AAMU Event Center. James Graham led all scorers with 28 points, including eight in overtime, as the Bulldogs improved to 3-1 on the season. Bilal Abdur-Rahman also delivered when it mattered most, scoring five points in the final 1:23 to…

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FAMU Storms Back From 19-Point Deficit to Defeat Albany State 74-67 in Home Opener

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image via FAMU Athletics/Jordan Fitzpatrick 1 2 3 4 T Albany State 20 18 16 13 67 Florida A&M 13 12 22 27 74 Florida A&M saved its best basketball for the fourth quarter. The Rattlers erased a 19-point deficit and delivered a furious second-half comeback to defeat Albany State 74-67 in their 2026-27 home opener Thursday at the Al Lawson Jr. Multipurpose Center. FAMU trailed by as many as 19 points in the second quarter and entered halftime facing a 38-25 deficit. Albany State controlled the opening half, building…

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Andrew Body Cleared to Return, But Is Aaron Frye Still Alabama State’s QB1?

Brandon King

Alabama State could have its starting quarterback back in the lineup for Saturday’s showdown against Jackson State, but don’t expect a change under center just yet. Hornets head coach Eddie Robinson Jr. confirmed Wednesday that Andrew Body has been cleared to return after missing several games with an injury to his non-throwing wrist. However, Body’s availability doesn’t necessarily mean he’ll reclaim his starting position. True freshman Aaron Frye has stepped up in Body’s absence, recently delivering the best performance of his young collegiate career against Texas Southern on November 7.…

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Mickey Joseph Expects to Return as Grambling State Head Coach Despite SWAC West Disappointment

Brandon King

m despite a disappointing 2026 campaign that has eliminated the team from SWAC West Division championship consideration. Speaking Monday, Joseph expressed confidence that he would return for the 2027 season, while acknowledging that the ultimate decision isn’t his to make. “You can’t stop somebody if they’re going to fire you,” Joseph said. “I expect to be back.” Joseph’s comments come at a difficult point in Grambling State’s season. With the Tigers no longer in contention for the SWAC West title, questions surrounding the program’s direction and coaching future are likely…

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‘He’s in the Best Shape of His Life’: Trey Holly Reaches 1,000-Yard Milestone for Southern

Brandon King

“He’s in the best shape of his life.” That assessment from Southern head coach Marshall Faulk speaks volumes about the transformation of running back Trey Holly. The redshirt junior is putting together a standout 2026 campaign, surpassing 1,000 rushing yards with three regular-season games remaining. Holly’s milestone marks a significant moment for Southern football. He is the program’s first running back to reach 1,000 rushing yards in a season since Herbert Edwards accomplished the feat in 2017. “You have to be willing to take whatever they’re gonna give you in…

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Jackson State’s Kam Sallis Named 2026 Aeneas Williams Award Semifinalist

Brandon King

Jackson State defensive back Kam Sallis continues to establish himself as one of the top defensive players in HBCU football. Sallis was named one of 10 semifinalists for the 2026 Aeneas Williams Award, presented by the Oklahoma Sports Hall of Fame. The award recognizes the top defensive back in Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Division I football. Through Jackson State’s first eight games, Sallis ranks third on the team with 31 tackles, including 15 solo stops. The senior safety has also recorded half a tackle for loss, one interception…

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SWAC Basketball Season Tips Off November 2: Full Opening Week Schedule and TV Listings

Brandon King

The wait is over for Southwestern Athletic Conference basketball fans. The 2026-27 SWAC basketball season officially gets underway Monday, November 2, with men’s and women’s programs taking the court for the start of a new season. Opening week features several intriguing matchups against Power Four opponents, including Jackson State visiting Texas Tech, Southern traveling to SMU, Alabama A&M facing Alabama, and Texas Southern taking on LSU. With games scheduled across multiple platforms, SWAC fans will have several opportunities to follow their favorite programs throughout the opening week. SWAC Women’s Basketball:…

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One Dead, Eight Injured in Shooting Following Magic City Classic in Birmingham

Brandon King

images via AL.com BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — A night that should have been dedicated to celebrating HBCU football, tradition and community ended in tragedy after a shooting near Legion Field left one person dead and eight others injured following the 85th annual Magic City Classic on Saturday, October 31. According to the Birmingham Police Department, officers responded shortly after 7:50 p.m. to reports of gunfire in the 400 block of Graymont Avenue West, near Legion Field, where they discovered nine people suffering from gunshot wounds. One victim was pronounced dead. Another…

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