Tag: HBCU Basketball

Diamond Johnson declares for WNBA Draft

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Norfolk State guard Diamond Johnson has declared for the WNBA Draft.  Johnson announced her declaration to take her goal to the professional level in a post to her X account.  “I am excited to announce that I am declaring for the 2025 WNBA Draft. This decision comes after an incredible journey throughout my collegiate basketball career, where I have not only grown as an athlete but as a person. Thanks to the unwavering support and love from all of you.” Johnson has had a very decorated college starting at Rutgers,…

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Norfolk State’s Kierra Wheeler enters the transfer portal

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Norfolk State forward Kierra Wheeler has entered the transfer portal per reporting from BTN Scouting  This past season Wheeler was second on the team in scoring, 15.8 points per game, and steals, 1.9 per game, while also leading to Lady Spartans in rebounds (8.9 rpg) and blocks (2.4 bpg).

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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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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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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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Tennessee State’s Knute Wood enters the portal

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Tennessee State guard Knute Wood is entering the transfer portal.  Wood made his announcement via a post to his X account that read in part, “Thank you, Coach Collins, the staff, and my teammates for allowing me to grow into the player I am today. After much thought and prayer, I have decided to enter the transfer portal with two years of eligibility remaining. “ Wood averaged 5.7 points, including a team-leading .416 from downtown, and 1.7 rebounds in 22.0 minutes per contest. The redshirt sophomore’s most notable moment this season…

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Knox’s late game heroics lifts Alabama State to NCAA Tournament win

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image via Luke Perry Courtesy of Alabama State Athletics Amarr Knox knocked down a buzzer-beating shot with only one second left on the clock to lead the Alabama State men’s basketball team past the Saint Francis (PA) Red Flash 70-68 at University of Dayton Arena Tuesday. The Hornets (20-15) had three players score in double figures, led by Knox, who had 16 points and two steals. Antonio “TJ” Madlock added 11 points and seven rebounds and Cj Hines chipped in as well with 10 points. Alabama State out-rebounded Saint Francis (PA)…

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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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Norfolk State women’s hoops claims third straight MEAC Tournament

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image via Nick Sutton Courtesy of Noah Schlekeway, Assistant SID, Norfolk State Athletics  The Norfolk State women’s basketball team punched its third consecutive trip to the NCAA Tournament with a 68-56 win over Howard in the MEAC Championship on Saturday afternoon. Kierra Wheeler led the Spartans with 19 points, adding seven rebounds, six blocks, and four steals, while Diamond Johnson tallied 16 points, four rebounds, and two assists. Wheeler was named MEAC Most Outstanding Player while head coach Larry Vickers earned Most Outstanding Coach honors. Norfolk State started off strong, opening the championship game on…

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