Tag: HBCU Sports

Grambling softball splits double with Maryland Eastern Shore

Brandon King

image via Grambling Softball Courtesy of Grambling Athletics Grambling State split its Friday matchups at the Turner Lake Softball Complex, earning a dominant 9-0 shutout victory over Maryland Eastern Shore before falling 8-5 in extra innings to Howard. In the opener, the Lady Tigers (2-3) set the tone early, scoring two runs in the first inning. Kamryn Broussard’s RBI triple brought in Kaytlyn Moore, followed by a groundout from Tavia Leadon that allowed Broussard to cross the plate.  Grambling State extended its lead to 4-0 in the second when Cadashia Collins delivered a key single up the…

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Second-half surge powers Tennessee State to 66-49 win over Eastern Illinois

Brandon King

Spurred by a second half in which they outscored their Eastern Illinois opponent 43-28, Tennessee State was able to create separation on the way to a 66-49road victory.  From Tennessee State Athletics:  The Tennessee State men’s basketball team finished with three players in double figures and pulled away in the second half en route to a 66-49 win and season sweep over Eastern Illinois on Thursday evening.  The Tigers (13-13, 9-6 OVC) were led by Travis Harper II, who had 14 points and seven rebounds. Aaron Nkrumah tacked on 13 points and six…

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Tennessee State falls to Eastern Illinois, 69-49

Brandon King

The no.1 defensive team in the Ohio Valley Conference, Eastern Illinois, held Tennessee State to sub 40% in three of four quarters as the Panthers handily defeated Tennessee State 69-49 Thursday night.  The Panthers controlled the first quarter, trailing in the period. Tennessee State was able to knot the game at 9 and 11 apiece but Eastern Illinois took a 17-15 lead heading into the second quarter.  The Lady Tigers continued to play uphill in the second, falling behind by as much as 7 points on two different occasions, at…

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Tennessee State defeats Lindenwood 84-76

Brandon King

The Tennessee State men’s basketball team led for most of the game and was able to get a needed OVC win 84-76.  TSU jumped out to an early 8-0 lead on Carlous Williams’ three-point shot at the 17:56 mark. The Lions tied the game at 12 when Markeith Browning II threw one down with 15:17 left in the half. The Lions took their first lead of the contest at 17-14, via a three from Clayton Jackson. Back-to-back baskets from Ronals Jessamy put the Tigers back in front 18-17 at the…

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Fourth quarter surge powers Lindenwood past Tennessee State, 81-70

Brandon King

After a close and competitive first half, Lindenwood was able to seize control of the game and set a pace that proved to be too great for the Tennessee State Lady Tigers to keep up with, as they were bested by the Lions 81-70.  Lindenwood scored the first 6b points of the game and would take a 6-2 lead before Tennessee State tied the game at 8 apiece when Krystal Haddock connected from downtown at the 5:43 mark. The Lady Tigers would take their first lead of the afternoon when…

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Tennessee State takes care of Western Illinois, 87-69

Brandon King

Tennessee State turned in a strong performance on the glass, turned 19 WIU turnovers into 33 points, and scored 39 points off the bench in an 87-69 defeat of Western Illinois Thursday night.  Although the Tennessee State didn’t have their shooting eye in the first half, shooting just 38.9 in the game’s opening half, the Tigers hit the glass and turned defense into offense. TSU pounded the glass, grabbing 10 offensive rebounds, which they turned into 13 points, and forced 11 turnovers, scoring 18 points off those Western Illinois miscues and taking a 38-33 halftime lead. …

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Lady Tigers rally in second half to claim 70-66 win over Western Illinois

Brandon King

image via Tennessee State Athletics Overcoming a rough first half and a double-digit deficit, the Tennessee State Lady Tigers were able to persevere and claim a 70-66 win Thursday afternoon at the Gentry Center.  Tennessee State got off to a frigid start, shooting an artic 15.8% (3-19) from the field and 1-10 from downtown in a first-quarter In which they never led, and were fortunate to only find themselves down 15-8 after the opening period of play.  The Lady Tigers’ offense continued to sputter in the second quarter, shooting just…

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Tennessee State reveals 2025 Football Schedule

Brandon King

image via Tennessee State football Wednesday afternoon Tennessee State released their 2025 football schedule. The 12-game tilt features a renewal of football acquaintances and an 8-games within the Big South-OVC. Courtesy of Tennessee State Athletics The defending Co-OVC Big South champion Tennessee State University football team has officially announced its 2025 schedule, featuring an exciting slate of matchups, including the annual John Merritt Classic, the Legacy Series, and a total of eight home games. The fifth year of the Eddie George era kicks off on Aug. 30 with the prestigious John Merritt…

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Tennessee State announces “Legacy Series” v Alabama A&M

Brandon King

Wednesday Tennessee State announced a 4-year football series with Alabama A&M.  “We’re excited to launch the ‘Legacy Series,’ a celebration of the rich history and excellence of Tennessee State University and Alabama A&M,” said TSU Director of Athletics Dr. Mikki Allen. “This series honors the cultural and athletic legacies that continue to inspire our HBCU community.” Beginning in 2025 the “Legacy Series” kicks off with a September 13 matchup between the Bulldogs and Tigers in Nashville The teams will alternate hosting subsequent games, with the 2026 meeting tentatively scheduled to…

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MEAC announces women’s Basketballers of the Week

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image via the MEAC Courtesy of the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference Coppin State forward Laila Lawrence was named the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) Player of the Week, presented by Coca-Cola. Fellow Eagle Mickelle Lowry was named Rookie of the Week, while Norfolk States’s forward Kierra Wheeler earned Defensive Player of the Week honors, respectively.  Lawrence (F, 6-2, Sr., Lewisville, Texas) posted a career-high 31 points, along with 11 rebounds for a double-double in the win over Delaware State. She added three assists and three steals while shooting 11-of-20 from the field and 9-of-13 from the free throw…

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