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Sun Conference Hoops: Behind Tariq Humes’ 23 points, Florida Memorial gets past William Carey, 81-75

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Title image via Malik Poag Courtesy of Habtom Keleta, Assistant Athletic Director for Commiunications, Florida Memorial Athletics 75 WCU 81  FMU Team 1 2 F WCU 35  40  75 FMU 32  49  81 FMU wins 2 games in 2 days at the SUN/SSAC Crossover Challenge WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. | Florida Memorial squeezed by William Carey by the score of 81-75 in game two of the SUN/SSAC Crossover Challenge at the Countess de Hoernle Student Life Center. FMU (9-6, 1-4) trailed by just three points at the break before exploding for nearly…

Talladega defeats Warner University 63-60 for Jackson’s 300th win

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Courtesy of Talladega College Athletics 60 WU 63  TC Team 1 2 F WU 34  26  60 TC 27  36  63 MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The first day of the SSAC-Sun Challenge was fruitful for the Talladega College men’s basketball team as the squad gutted out a tough 63-61-victory over the Warner University Royals Thursday afternoon in Tine W. Davis Gymnasium. The comeback victory was the second straight win for the Tornadoes and the 300th career victory for head coach Dannton Jackson. Talladega (6-7) trailed 34-27 entering the second half and trailed by as…

Jackson State’s Aubrey Miller Jr named to Athlon Sports first team All-America

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Courtesy of Jackson State Athletics: Jackson State football LB Aubrey Miller Jr. adds another honor to his stellar 2022 campaign as he has been named first-team All-America by Athlon Sports. Miller was the defensive anchor in helping JSU football to an undefeated regular season and second consecutive Southwestern Athletic Conference championship. Among his numerous awards, Miller has been named to several All-SWAC teams along with being named SWAC Defensive Player of the Year, BOXTOROW HBCU All-America and National Defensive Player of the Year, Associated Press FCS All-America, and Stats Perform FCS All-America,…

Another “Florida A&M” Nike LeBron 7 coming in 2023

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Recently FAMU unveiled another jaw-dropping team exclusive, a black-based LeBron 7, shortly before the Rattlers took on the Wildcats of Kentucky. Images of the latest piece of FAMU team exclusive footwear emerged and just as with their past kicks, these do not miss. These green Lebron 7s may even be better than the aforementioned black ones that proceeded them. They sports a gorge green suede with Flywire-infused on the sides. On the tongue reads “FAMU RATTLERS”, with a Rattler logo on the medial heel. An speckled, orange-bordered Swoosh occupies the…

December 27, 2022 MEAC Men’s basketballers of the week

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Courtesy of the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference NORFOLK, Va., Dec. 27, 2022 – Senior guard Sam Sessoms of Coppin State has been named the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) Men’s Basketball Player of the Week, presented by Coca-Cola, the league announced today. Howard University freshman forward Shy Odom was named Rookie of the Week, and junior forward Justin Steers of Coppin Statewas announced as the Defensive Player of the Week. Sam Sessoms (6-0, r-Sr., G, Philadelphia, Pa.) Sessoms posted a game-high 28 points in the Eagles’ double overtime 107-100 win over JMU and poured in 17 points against…

Take a look at the “Vibrations of Naija” Air Jordan 1 High OG

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part of Jordan Brand’s “Craft” series, the “Vibrations of Naija” Air Jordan 1 High OG will be part of Jordan Brand’s 2023 release plans. The white leather upper is paired with a textile material on the Swooshes that adorn the lateral and medial sides and collar. Sail shows up on the Wings logo, inner, and laces, completing an upper that sits atop a white midsole and pale vanilla rubber outsole. The “Vibrations on Naija” Air Jordan 1 High OG is, as it currently stands, scheduled to debut May 27. They…

The Nike Ja 1 is unveiled

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Ja Morant posted a teaser image on his social media on Christmas Eve hinting at an upcoming signature shoe. This was then chased the next day by an instagram video of the Grizzlies’ main man receiving and opening the package from his daughter to reveal what was inside, the Ja 1. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nike Basketball (@nikebasketball) The unveiled colourway , the “Day One” is , according to the brand , inspired by his work ethic and connection to his community and represents 12’s…

“FAMU” Nike LeBron 7 coming January 7

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The “FAMU” Lebron 7 is a sneaker I have been fawnling over since the since the first images emerged. Even amongst a fleet of team exclusive footwear that have no duds amongst them, these stand out. It was thought we may have to admire these from afar, but it was announced by FAMU Athletics these would see a retail release in early 2023. We now know exactly how early they will begin their retail voyage- the “FAMU” Nike Lebron 7 will release January 7. They will carry a 200 USD…

“Olive” Air Jordan 7 debuting January 7

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The “Olive” Air Jordan 7 is a new colourway of the 7 that will debut in 2023. It sports an olive nubuck foundational layer overlaid with black suede. The jagged pattern seen on both the forefoot and wrapping the heels is reminiscent to that on the “Afrobeats” ( as well as the Bin 7). A multi-colored tongue is seen along with a cherrywood Jumpman on the lateral ankle. On the rear heel appears chutney embroidered “NIKE AIR” branding and additional embroidery on the rear pull tab. Underneath resides a chutney…

Jackson State’s Jason Mercier declares for NFL Draft

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Jason Mercier is the latest Jackson State footballer to either enter the transfer portal or declare for the NFL draft. The senior defensive line announced Sunday evening that he will now seek to make his NFL dreams a reality. This season, the Florida International transfer recorded 21 tackles, 3.5 tackles for loss, 2.0 sacks and a fumble recovery, as part of a defensive unit that, up until the Celebration Bowl, had not surrendered more than 24 points in any game this season. There is no current data on Mercier’s draft…