Tag: HBCU Sports

HBCU GO Unveils 2026 Televised Football Lineup Featuring 13 National Broadcast Games

Brandon King

HBCU Gp announced their televised slated of football games for the 2026 season. The 13-game lineup, running from August 29 through November 21, continues HBCU GO’s mission of elevating HBCU athletics on a national stage through free streaming and broadcast distribution across multiple platforms. 🏈 Full 2026 HBCU GO TV Schedule Week 1 – Aug. 29North Carolina Central vs. Texas Southern Week 2 – Sept. 5Edward Waters vs. Jackson State Week 3 – Sept. 12Alcorn State vs. Arkansas-Pine Bluff Week 4 – Sept. 19Tennessee State vs. Florida A&M Week 5…

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Makayla Cunningham Transfers to Kansas, Adds Veteran Guard Presence to Jayhawks Backcourt

Brandon King

The University of Kansas women’s basketball program continues reshaping its roster through the transfer portal, securing a commitment from former Southern guard Makayla Cunningham. Cunningham arrives in Lawrence after a productive stint at Southern, where she played a key role on an NCAA Tournament team. Known for her steady backcourt play, defensive activity, and unselfish style, she gives Kansas a needed blend of experience and versatility. During her most recent season, Cunningham averaged approximately 5.4 points, 3.8 assists, 2.4 rebounds, and 1.8 steals per game, showing her value as a…

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Jace Jackson Earns First-Team All-OVC Honors After Dominant Season at Tennessee State

Brandon King

Standout Tennessee State infielder Jace Jackson has been named First-Team All-Ohio Valley Conference, recognizing a dominant and well-rounded 2026 campaign. Jackson was one of the most productive hitters in the conference this season, leading the OVC with a .415 batting average while finishing among league leaders in on-base percentage and slugging. Her consistent presence at the plate made her a key offensive engine for Tennessee State Tigers throughout the year. Starting all 41 games, Jackson totaled 54 hits, 28 runs scored, and 21 RBIs. She also flashed extra-base power with…

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Tennessee State Adds Guard Christian Alston Out of the Transfer Portal

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Tennessee State continues to reshape its roster through the transfer portal, adding another backcourt piece with the signing of guard Christian Alston. The Tigers announced the addition of Alston, who arrives from Abilene Christian, as head coach Nolan Smith continues building depth and versatility heading into the upcoming season. Alston brings Division I experience after spending his previous seasons with the Wildcats, where he appeared in 51 career games. While primarily used in a reserve role, he developed into a steady rotational guard capable of providing scoring bursts and energy…

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Tennessee State Lands Versatile Guard Ajayi Simmons from Transfer Portal

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Image via Tennessee State Athletics Tennessee State is making a major splash, securing a commitment from guard Ajayi Simmons out of the transfer portal, under the leadership of new head coach Nolan Smith. Smith, who took over as head coach at Tennessee State this offseason, now has Simmons in his arsenal—a dynamic two-way guard. Simmons, a 6’3” playmaker from Coastal Carolina, averaged 12.4 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 3.2 assists last season. His combination of scoring, playmaking, and defensive disruption—top 10 in steals in his conference—makes him an ideal fit for…

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Aaron Nkrumah Earns NBA G League Elite Camp Invite, Takes Next Step Toward Pro Path

Brandon King

Aaron Nkrumah is continuing to turn heads at the next level, earning an invite to the NBA G League Elite Camp, a key pre-draft showcase that puts rising prospects directly in front of NBA and G League evaluators. The camp serves as an important gateway to the NBA Draft Combine, with top performers often earning late call-ups to the main event in Chicago. For Nkrumah, the invite signals growing league-wide interest in his two-way potential and steady rise as a pro prospect. Rising Stock After Strong Season Nkrumah’s path to…

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Former Five-Star Aaron Bradshaw Commits to Tennessee State Out of Transfer Portal

Brandon King

Tennessee State has landed one of the most high-profile transfer additions in program history. Former five-star recruit and McDonald’s All-American Aaron Bradshaw has committed to Tennessee State, giving the Tigers a major frontcourt boost heading into the upcoming season. Bradshaw, a 7-foot-1 big man, arrives in Nashville following stops at Kentucky, Ohio State, and most recently Memphis. Despite battling injuries throughout his collegiate career, the former top-tier prospect has continued to flash the upside that made him one of the most coveted players in the 2023 recruiting class. During his…

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Tre Powell Commits to Alabama State University: Hornets Add Perimeter Firepower via Transfer Portal

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The Alabama State Hornets men’s basketball have secured a key addition out of the transfer portal, landing sharpshooting guard Tre Powell. The move adds another layer of scoring punch to an Alabama State squad looking to make noise in the SWAC. Powell began his collegiate career at Shaw, where he redshirted his freshman season, and appeared in only 11 games for the Bears. He moved on to Harford Community College where he seemed to find his footing. He averaged a team high 14-2 points per game, and he developed a…

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Edward Waters adds guard Asiana Britt via transfer portal

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The Edward Waters University women’s basketball program continues to build out its roster, adding guard Asiana Britt through the transfer portal. Britt arrives from Florida SouthWestern State College, where she appeared in 31 games for the Bucs , where she averages 11.6 points and 3.2 assists per game bringing junior college experience and added depth to the Lady Tigers’ backcourt ahead of the upcoming season. A Jacksonville native, Britt’s addition carries a bit of homegrown significance, as she returns to a familiar area to continue her collegiate career. Known for…

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John Wall Named President of Basketball Operations at Howard: A potential Game-Changer for HBCU Hoops

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According to reports, 5-time NBA All-Star John Wall has become the president of basketball operations at Howard University.  The move brings the DMV native back home as he joins forces with one of the blue bloods of the HBCU space.  D.C. native and former No. 1 overall pick, Wall’s return to the area in a leadership role brings both credibility and intrigue—not just for Howard, but for the broader HBCU sports ecosystem. A Statement Hire with Immediate Impact Wall’s presence alone elevates Howard’s profile even more. Although the Bison are…

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