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SWAC concludes not enough evidence of malfeasance in UAPB practice film investigation

Brandon King

Days after Jackson State’s convincing 41-3 shellacking of Arkansas Pine Bluff on November 2, speculation of chicanery surrounding the game began to swirl. Initially reported by OffScript, the issue stems from unauthorized access to UAPB practice footage. A subsequent ESPN report corroborated that of Scottay’s , indicating that a UAPB indicated to a member of the Pine Bluff coaching staff that he’d been informed by a Jackson State player that JSU defensive player at the team’s facility were watching film of UAPB’s practices from that week. Tuesday the SWAC released…

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Norfolk State announces changes in football leadership

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title image via Mark Sutton Courtesy of Norfolk State Athletics Norfolk State Director of Athletics Dr. Melody Webb announced Tuesday a change in leadership for the NSU football program, relieving head coach Dawson Odums from his duties, effective immediately. A national search for the program’s next head coach will begin immediately. No further comment will be made at this time. “I want to thank Coach Odums for his continued commitment and dedication to Spartan football,” Webb said. “Since his arrival, he has become a valued member of our family and community, always representing Norfolk State…

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Sanders Ellis once again named Big South-OVC Freshman of the Week

Brandon King

For the fifth time this season, Tennessee State linebacker Sanders Ellis was named the Big South-OVC Freshman of the Week.  In TSU’s 28-21 win over no.11/12 Southeast Missouri that secured a portion of the conference crown for Tennessee State, Ellis recorded a team-high tackles ( 7 solo) and a pass breakup. The Nashville, TN product also posted 0.5 tackles for loss in helping the Tigers defense stand tall in helping the TSU defense hold SEMO’s offense to 21 points and 308 yards of offense, numbers which are well below their…

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Dr. Cavil Inside the HBCU Sports Lab Week 13 Major Division Top 7

Brandon King

Dr. Kenyatta Cavil contributed to this report Week 13 of Dr. Cavil’s Inside the HBCU Sports Lab poll rankings saw no movement for six teams, while a familiar name re-enters the polls.  7. Alabama State (6-5, 5-3)  The Hornets remain in 7th spot in this week’s rankings. In their most recent outing, Alabama State was able to grind out a 9-6 victory over Prairie View. All of Alabama State’s offense came off the foot of kicker Brandon Gillams, who booted field goals of 42, 29, and 30 yards. The Hornets’…

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Jackson State up to no. 18 in FCS Stats Perform Top 25

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title image via the Clarion-Ledger Courtesy of Jackson State Athletics Jackson State moved up three spots to No. 18 in this week’s FCS Stats Perform Top 25 following its win over Alcorn State to cap off an undefeated regular season in Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) play. Jackson State (10-2, 8-0 SWAC), winners of eight consecutive games, picked up 384 points, and now being preparations for the 2024 Pepsi SWAC Championship presented by GM to be played on Sat., Dec. 7 at Veterans Memorial Stadium. Stats Perform FCS Top 25 Poll (Nov. 25)…

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Chennis Berry named finalist for 2024 Eddie Robinson Award

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title image via SCSU Football Courtesy of South Carolina State Athletics Stats Perform has announced 15 finalists for the 2024 Eddie Robinson Award, which is presented annually to the national coach of the year in Division I FCS college football.  The award, first presented in 1987 and in its 38th season, is named for legendary Grambling State coach Eddie Robinson.  All 13 FCS leagues are represented by an Eddie Robinson Award finalist. The winner, to be selected by a national voting panel, will be announced on Dec. 5 and honored at…

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Prairie View will not renew Bubba McDowell’s contract

Brandon King

As with the same certitude that day follows night and the tax man will always come for his cut,the collegiate coaching carousel will never cease spinning.In the Southwestern Athletic Conference, the first domino has fallen with Prairie View A&Mannouncing that the contract of head coach Bubba McDowell would not be renewed. “Coach McDowell’s commitment to helping our student-athletes succeed in life both personally and professionally is admirable and a true reflection of his character.”, said Prairie View athleticdirector Anton Goff. AD Goff also said the University’s focus will be securing…

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Miles gets first ever playoff win, beats Carson-Newman 14-13

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title image via Nicholas G. Jackson Courtesy of Miles College Athletics 13 C-N 14 Winner MILES Team 1st 2nd 3rd 4th F C-N 0 10 0 3 13 MILES 7 7 0 0 14 In a season filled with firsts, Miles found a way to add another significant milestone to what continues to be the most historic year in program annuls. Hosting its first-ever NCAA Division II playoff game, the Golden Bears leaned on a stifling defense that made two first-half scores them stand up in a 14-13 win over Carson-Newman…

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Johnson C. Smith falls to Gardner-Webb 88-67

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title image via JCSU Athletics Courtesy Johnson C. Smith Athletics 67 JCS 88 Winner GW Team 1 2 3 4 F JCS 17  19  19  12  67 GW 19  20  24  25  88 Rylee Ghent scored 23 points as the Golden Bulls women’s basketball team fell to Division I foe, Gardner-Webb, 88-67. on Saturday afternoon. Ghent shot 6 of 12 from the field, and two of seven from three point area and went perfect from the line shooting nine of nine.  Desiree Smith had another double double on the night scoring 15 points and grabbing 12 rebounds. Betsey…

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North Carolina Central opens up a can on Delaware State, 52-10

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title image via Doug Burt Courtesy of North Carolina Central Athletics 52 Winner NCC 10 DSU Team 1st 2nd 3rd 4th F NCC 21 14 14 3 52 DSU 3 0 0 7 10 The North Carolina Central University football team wrapped up the 2024 regular season with a dominant 52-10 win over Delaware State at a blustery Alumni Stadium on Saturday afternoon. The Eagles finished 8-3 on the campaign, going 4-1 in MEAC play for the fourth straight season. Freshman quarterback Josh Jones accounted for four touchdowns (one passing, three…

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