Tag: HBCU Football

Albany State names David Bowser new head football coach

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Courtesy of Albany State Athletics Albany, Ga. — Albany State University President, Dr. Robert Scott, and Director of Athletics, Dr. Kristene Kelly, announced Wednesday the appointment of David Bowser as the University’s next Head Football Coach, continuing the momentum of one of Division II’s most competitive football programs. “Albany State football has experienced tremendous momentum, and our focus is on sustaining that success while continuing to grow as an institution,” said Dr. Scott. “Coach Bowser brings the leadership, experience, and vision necessary to guide this program forward in alignment with the University’s…

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Clark-Atlanta and Teddy Keaton part ways after 2 seasons

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In a surprising move, Clark-Atlanta announced a parting of the ways with head football coach Teddy Keaton.  A statement from CAU Director of Athletics, Dr. Jerel Drew reads in part, “On behalf of Clark Atlanta University (CAU), I announce the departure of Coach Teddy Keaton, CAU Head Football Coach, who joined us in December 2023. His tenure included a remarkable 7-3-1 season in 2024, culminating in a championship appearance. We extend our gratitude to Coach Keaton for his leadership and contribution to our football program. We wish him the very…

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Dr Cavil’s Inside the HBCU Sports Lab Week 16 Major Division Top 7

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Week 16 of Dr. Cavil’s comes at the end of another spectacular season of HBCU football culminating in an exciting and unforgettable Celebration Bowl. No new teams joined the party and each of the top 7 held on to their respective seats.  7 Grambling State Tigers (7-5, 4-4)  Grambling stays at No.7 in the final rankings. The Tigers finished the season with a 7-5 mark, their best record since putting together a 6-5 campaign in the 2019 season. Grambling was able to place three players on the All-SWAC First Team…

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South Carolina State wins exciting Celebration Bowl in 4OT thriller

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40 Winner SCS 38 P V Team 1st 2nd 3rd 4th OT OT OT OT F SCS 0 0 21 14 3 0 0 2 40 P V 7 14 7 7 3 0 0 0 38 The much-anticipated 2025 lived up to the hype and then some, (although it did not start off that way). It developed into a matchup chock-full of heart-stopping back and forth action as South Carolina State overcame a 21-0 deficit, as well as an injury to starting quarterback William Atkins IV,  to claim a 40-38 quadruple…

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Isaiah Knowles enters the transfer portal

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Albany State quarterback Isaiah Knowles has hopped into the transfer portal. The 2025 SIAC Preseason Offensive Player of the Year and two-time All-SIAC performer announced the move in a post on X captioned “Officially in the NCAA Transfer Portal.” The Navy transfer has appeared in 21 games, completing 371 of 583 passes for 4,726 yards, 50 touchdowns, and 14 interceptions while adding another 394 yards and 11 scores on 180 rushes. We we This season Knowles helped lead the Golden Rams to their 16th SIAC Championship and advanced to the…

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South Carolina State adds baker’s dozen during early signing period

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Image via South Carolina State Football Courtesy of South Carolina State Athletics 2026 SC State Football Signees ORANGEBURG, SC— South Carolina State head football coach Chennis Berry announces the addition of 13 new Bulldogs during the early signing period. “Go Dogs! It’s a great day to be a Bulldog. We feel like we got better today with the young men that we signed with these new signees at South Carolina State University,” said Berry. “We are about chasing A’ s B’s Championships and Degrees and we feel these young men fit the profile…

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Tennessee State adds 9 to the fold during early signing period

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Courtesy of Nick Guerriero, Assistant AD – Communications & Broadcasting  Story Links NASHVILLE — Tennessee State football head coach Reggie Barlow signed nine student-athletes during the three-day early signing period from Dec. 3–5, adding key pieces on both sides of the ball. The Tigers brought in six offensive players and three defensive specialists as they continue to build depth and versatility across the roster. The offensive class is anchored by three linemen in junior transfer Slater Adams (6-foot-3, 325 pounds) from Quitman, Miss.; Kennedy Jackson (6-3, 290) from Murfreesboro, Tenn.; and LaRodney McQueen…

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Albany State falls in Division II quarters to Newberry, 31-24

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Image via Albany State Football Courtesy of Albany State Athletics 31 Winner NEW 24 ASU Team 1st 2nd 3rd 4th F NEW 3 21 7 0 31 ASU 21 0 3 0 24 Albany, Ga. — In a hard-fought NCAA Division II Quarterfinal matchup, the Albany State Golden Rams left everything on the field, showcasing heart, resilience, and championship pride from the opening whistle to the final snap. Though the season came to a close in today’s loss, the Golden Rams continued to affirm why this 2025 campaign will be remembered…

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Tennessee State’s Micah Gay enters the transfer portal 

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Tennessee State linebacker Micah Gay has hopped into the transfer portal according to his representatives Michael Salvo and Tristan Kuhn of Nilson Sports.  The redshirt junior was second in the team with 61 tackles (34 solo, 27 assisted), while also adding 3.5 tackles for loss, 2 interceptions, and a fumble recovery.  The Atlanta, GA native has appeared in 28 games for Tennessee State, recording 78 total tackles ( 44 solo, 34 assisted) 4 tackles for loss, 2 interceptions, 2 passes defensed and 2 fumble recoveries. The October 20 Big South-OVC…

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Week 14 Dr. Cavil’s Inside the HBCU Sports Lab Major Division Top 7

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As the 2025 season draws closer to its end, Week 14 of Dr. Cavil’s Inside the HBCU Sports Lab Major Division saw no new attendees to the proverbial party. However, there was some shuffling amongst the top 7.  7 Grambling State Tigers ( 7-5, 4-3)  Grambling falls in this week’s rankings from the sixth spot from the previous week. In their most recent outing, the Tigers suffered a heartbreaking, disappointing 28-27 defeat at the hands of rival Southern in the 52nd Bayou Classic, their fourth consecutive defeat in the Classic.…

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