Tag: HBCU Sports

Amayoa’ah Phillips named HBCUAC Newcomer of the Week

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title image via UVI Athletics Courtesy of Shaquille Richardson, SID, University of the Virgin Islands University of the Virgin Islands (UVI) men’s basketball student-athlete Amayoa’ah Phillips was named the Historically Black College and Universities Athletic Conference (HBCUAC) Newcomer of the Week. This award is reserved for transfer students who are new to the conference, and Phillips was chosen as the winner by the conference voting committee on Sunday night. Phillips joined Southern University at New Orleans forward Jamal Gibson, who was named Offensive and Defensive Player of the Week, and Chase…

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Tennessee State women’s hoops sputters in second half in 68-51 loss at Morehead State

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51 TSU 68 Winner More Team 1 2 3 4 F TSU 13  21  8  9  51 More 19  10  15  24  68 The Tennessee State women’s basketball team went into the half beating Morehead State 34-29, but could not hang on in the second half and fell 68-51 to the Eagles on the road Saturday. Saniah Parker led the Tigers (4-8, 0-2 OVC) with 16 points and seven rebounds. Krystal Haddock added six points and Angel Hill chipped in as well with seven points from the bench. The Tennessee State defense caused its share of…

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Tennessee State hoops loses close one to Morehead State, 74-68

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68 TSU 74 Winner More Team 1 2 F TSU 30  38  68 More 32  42  74 The Tennessee State men’s basketball team shot 50 percent from deep, but fell to the Morehead State Eagles 74-68 on the road Saturday. The Tigers (4-9, 0-2) had three players score in double figures, led by Travis Harper II, who had 22 points, six rebounds and three steals. Aaron Nkrumah added 14 points and two blocks and Carlous Williams chipped in as well with 14 points. The Tennessee State offense was strong from downtown, pouring in 10 threes on…

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Prairie View A&M names Tremaine Jackson new head football coach

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title image via Valdosta State Athletics Courtesy of Prairie View Athletics Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU)has named Tremaine Jackson as the new head football coach for the Panthers, effective January 1, 2025. With a legacy of excellence and a commitment to student-athlete success, Coach Jackson brings a wealth of experience and an unrivaled passion for the sport to the university. Joining PVAMU fresh off being named AFCA Division II National Coach of the Year, Jackson served as head coach of the Valdosta State University Blazers’ football team from 2022-24, amassing an overall…

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Norfolk State holds off furious Grambling comeback, wins 76-70

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image via Hannah Vernon Courtesy of  Alex Lehmbeck, Assistant Athletics Director for Sports Communication Box Score UNCASVILLE, Conn. – Norfolk State senior Brian Moore Jr. produced a 20-point, 10-rebound double-double on Friday evening, helping Norfolk State stave off a fierce comeback from Grambling State. The Spartans (8-6) earned a 76-70 victory over the Tigers (2-9) at Mohegan Sun Arena, closing out their time at the HBCU Chris Paul Classic. With the win, Norfolk State improved to 6-0 in Chris Paul events, dating back to the 2021-22 season.  Christian Ings put together a quiet but nearly…

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Norfolk State to take on Tar Heels on Saturday

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title image via Matt Patterson Courtesy of Noah Schlekeway, Assistant SID The Norfolk State women’s basketball team travels to Chapel Hill, N.C. for the first time in school history to take on No. 19 North Carolina on Saturday, Dec. 21 at 12 p.m. The game will mark the second time this season NSU has faced a nationally ranked opponent, nearly upsetting No. 22 Alabama on the road in November. Norfolk State overcame a 12-point fourth-quarter deficit to take down Drexel 68-56 on Wednesday, Dec. 18 at Echols Hall. Senior forward Kierra…

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Michael Vick introduced as Norfolk State head football coach

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Courtesy of Norfolk State Athletics Norfolk State University, the largest Historically Black College and University (HBCU) in Virginia, has called on a Hampton Roads legend to lead the Norfolk State football program. Following unanimous approval by the Board of Visitors on Friday afternoon, NSU Director of Athletics Dr. Melody Webb announced that Michael Vick, a four-time Pro Bowl selection and former No. 1 overall NFL draft pick, has been named Norfolk State University’s 19th head football coach. “Today marks a historic day for Norfolk State University,” Webb said. “I am thrilled to…

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Florida A&M to face BYU tonight

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title image via FAMU Basketball Courtesy of FAMU Athletics The Florida A&M Rattlers (3-6) will face a tough test when they travel to Provo to take on BYU (8-2) on Friday night at the Marriott Center. This marks FAMU’s seventh road game as the Rattlers continue their challenging non-conference schedule. The Rattlers are coming off an 89-59 loss at Utah and will look to bounce back against another strong Big 12 opponent. FAMU has shown it can put points on the board, averaging 74.2 points per game, led by Sterling Young (12.1…

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Alabama A&M women’s hoops to take part in Tulane Holiday Classic

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title image via Ryan Young Courtesy of Aliyah McDaniel | Assistant Athletics Communications Director Looking to capitalize off the best pre-season start in the last 15 years, the Alabama A&M women’s basketball team will travel to New Orleans, Louisiana for the Tulane Holiday Classic where they will face either Central Arkansas or the University of Louisiana-Monroe, in addition to the host team, this weekend.    The Bulldogs will face off with the Green Wave on Friday at 2:30 p.m. The game will be live streamed on ESPN+ with Jack Benjamin and Tiffany…

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FAMU great Jacquay Nunnally to be inducted into the Black College Football Hall of Fame

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 Florida A&M University football legend Jacquay Nunnally, one of the most prolific receivers in NCAA history, has been selected for induction into the Black College Football Hall of Fame Class of 2025, adding another prestigious honor to his illustrious career. Nunnally, who dominated the gridiron for the Rattlers from 1997-2000, rewrote both FAMU and Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) record books during his spectacular four-year career. His impact was immediate and sustained, as he helped lead FAMU to four consecutive FCS Playoff appearances while setting numerous records that still stand today.…

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