Tag: HBCU Sports

Micheal Vick supports his players leaving to obtain NIL deals

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Although name, image, and likeness (NIL) deals were not around when he dominated college football in the late ’90s, the new Norfolk State football coach is in favor of collegiate athletes of today being able to profit from their talents, even if it may be deleterious to his program. Vick has vowed to not impede players seeking greener NIL pastures, even if they will necessitate them leaving his program, he is already giving players his blessing to do so.  In a recent appearance on Da Get Got Podcast with Marshawn…

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Jermaine Woods named Norfolk State women’s basketball head coach

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image via Norfolk State Athletics Courtesy of Noah Schlekeway, Assistant SID, Norfolk State Athletics Following a national coaching search, Norfolk State University announced on Friday that Jermaine Woods will become the seventh head coach of the school’s women’s basketball program, pending Board of Visitors approval. A proven leader with experience at several Power Four institutions, Woods will take over the reins of a distinguished group that produced 30 wins during the 2023-24 campaign. “We are very excited to welcome Jermaine Woods to the Norfolk State family to lead our women’s…

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Alabama A&M announces Donte Jackson as new men’s head basketball coach

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image via Alabama A&M Athletics Thursday afternoon Alabama A&M announced Donte Jackson as its new men’s basketball coach, replacing Otis Hughley, who recently stepped down. Coach Jackson arrives on The Hill after spending 8 seasons at Grambling where he compiled a 132-124 overall record, including a program-record 24 wins in 2022-23. He also led the Tigers to 3 SWAC regular season crowns, winning the conference tournament in 2023-24. Jackson’s G-Men to an 88-81 win over Montana State in the play-in game before being defeated 78-50 by Purdue in the first…

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Norfolk State Football Unveils 2025 schedule

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image via Norfolk State Football Courtesy of Alex Lehmbeck, Assistant Athletics Director for Sports Communication The first season of the Michael Vick era at Norfolk State will feature five home games, headlined by a homecoming matchup against defending MEAC champion South Carolina State on Oct. 25. The Spartans released their 2025 football schedule on Tuesday afternoon, a 12-game slate of five conference battles and seven non-conference showdowns. Norfolk State will open the 2025 campaign in a primetime slot, facing Towson on Thursday, Aug. 28 at William “Dick” Price Stadium. The meeting will…

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Alabama A&M to announce new men’s basketball coach Thursday

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image via AAMU Sports Courtesy of Alabama A&M Sports THE HILL | Alabama A&M University will hold a press conference on Thursday, April 3 inside the AAMU Event Center to announce the new head men’s basketball coach. The press conference is open to the public and will begin at 4 p.m.  For those unable to attend, the press conference will be streamed live on Bulldogs All-Access at the following link: https://www.bulldogsallaccess.com

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Tennessee State Softball’s Hailey Hunt and Tianna Salcido earn conference honors

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image via TSU softball Courtesy of Tennessee State Athletics Tennessee State softball standouts Hailey Hunt and Tianna Salcido have been recognized by the Ohio Valley Conference, with Hunt earning OVC Co-Player of the Week and Salcido named OVC Co-Pitcher of the Week for their stellar performances. Salcido was dominant in the circle, delivering two scoreless outings and posting a 0.00 ERA over 7.2 innings pitched. She was nearly untouchable in her March 29 start against Morehead State, tossing a five-inning no-hitter with one strikeout and two hit batters in an 8-0 shutout victory. She…

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Tennessee State Tennis puts it on Austin Peay, 6-1

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image via Tennessee State Tennis Courtesy Tennessee State Athletics The Tennessee State men’s tennis team put on an impressive performance on the road, securing a 6-1 victory over Austin Peay on Wednesday afternoon at the Governors Tennis Courts. The Tigers controlled the match from the start, winning the doubles point and capturing four of the five completed singles matches. Tennessee State started strong in doubles action, winning two of the three matches to secure the first point of the day. At No. 2 doubles, James Adler Germinal and Taj Hibbertmade quick work of…

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Tennessee State softball gets 2-1 over Lipscomb

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image via Tennessee State softball Courtesy of Tennessee State Athletics The Tennessee State softball took a 2-0 lead in the first inning and never surrendered the advantage on the way to a 2-1 victory against Lipscomb on Wednesday. Reina Castillo (12-3) started in the circle and picked up the win for Tennessee State (15-9). The right-hander went seven innings, giving up one run on five hits, allowing no walks and striking out seven. In the batter’s box, the Tigers were paced by Onnika Spencer, who went 1-for-3 on the day with a…

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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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Ben Crump makes $10,000 donation to Tennessee State hockey

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Notable attorney Benjamin Crump made a sizable donation to the Tennessee State’s hockey program.  “I am honored to support Tennessee State University as they break barriers and bring diversity to the sport of hockey,” said Ben Crump in a statement. “This team represents more than just competition on the ice — it’s about expanding opportunities, challenging stereotypes, and paving the way for future generations of Black athletes in hockey. I encourage others to join me in this important cause and help TSU make history.” In 2023 Tennessee State made history…

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