It was a very active week in week 5 of Dr. Cavil’s Inside the HBCU Sports Lab Mid Major Top 7 poll rankings , with 4 of the 7 teams changing positions from the previous week, as well as a new team entering the fray. 7.Fayetteville State Broncos ( 4-3, 4-1) Fayetteville State enters this week’s polls after being outside the top 7 the previous week. The Broncos defeated Livingstone 38-14 last week for their fourth consecutive win and remain undefeated in the CIAA. Fayetteville State is on bye this week before…
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Albany State takes Allen to woodshed in home opener, 57-14
image via Albany State football Courtesy of Albany State Athletics 14 ALL 57 Winner ASU Team 1st 2nd 3rd 4th F ALL 7 0 7 0 14 ASU 22 14 14 7 57 Albany, Ga. – In an electrifying display of skill and teamwork, the Golden Rams stormed the field and claimed a resounding 57-14 Family, Friends, and Community Day victory over Allen in their much-anticipated home opener. From the very first snap, the Rams demonstrated their dominance, dazzling the crowd with impressive plays and relentless energy. The win improves ASU to…
Read MoreClark Atlanta scores late to get past Fort Valley State, 26-21
A 10-point quarter pushed the Panthers of Clark Atlanta past Fort Valley State, 26-21 in front of a national audience on ESPN2. After a scoreless first quarter, Fort Valley State struck first when Wildcats quarterback Don Hudson connected with J.T. Pendleton on an 11-yard scoring toss, caping a 14-play, 75-yard drive that made the score 7-0. The Clark Atlanta defense got the Panthers on the board when Hudson was sacked for a safety, making the score 7-2. The subsequent free kick set the CAU offense up at Fort Valley’s 48 yard…
Read MoreAlbany State to kick off 2025 season against Shaw
image via Albany State Athletics Courtesy Albany State Football The Albany State Golden Rams are set to open the 2025 football season this Saturday, August 30, on the road against the Shaw University Bears. Kickoff is scheduled for 1:00 p.m. at Durham County Memorial Stadium in Durham, N.C.Game Information: Led by Head Coach Quinn Fordham Gray, Sr., entering his third season, the Golden Rams start the 2025 season aiming to take the series lead back and set an early tone for a season filled with high expectations. Albany State has a strong core of returning talent, including Quarterback Isaiah…
Read MoreAlbany State Soccer announces 2025 schedule
image via Albany State Soccer Courtesy of Albany State Athletics The Albany State University Women’s Soccer program is excited to announce its schedule for the 2025 season. The lineup includes a competitive series of non-conference matchups along with Peach Belt Conference games. Under the guidance of a developing and motivated team, the Lady Golden Rams are eager to make an impression as they work to gain momentum in one of the nation’s strongest NCAA Division II soccer conferences. The Lady Golden Rams will open their season on the road with…
Read MoreAlbany State women’s hoops falls at Clark-Atlanta, 64-49
title image via Albany State Basketball Courtesy of Albany State Athletics The Albany State Lady Golden Rams faced a tough challenge on Saturday afternoon, falling to the Clark Atlanta Lady Panthers 64-49 at L.S. Epps Gymnasium. With the loss, the Lady Golden Rams dropped to 6-11 overall and 4-8 in SIAC play, while the Lady Panthers improved to 14-5 overall and 9-3 in the conference. The Lady Golden Rams opened the game with strong defensive energy, holding Clark Atlanta to a narrow 15-12 lead in the first quarter. However, offensive…
Read MoreAlbany State uses second-half comeback to defeat Clark Atlanta 68-64
title image via Albany State Basketball Courtesy Albany State Athletics 68 Winner ASU 64 Clark Team 1 2 F ASU 36 32 68 Clark 38 26 64 Albany State Golden Rams delivered an inspiring performance on Saturday evening, overcoming a 19-point deficit to defeat the reigning SIAC Champions, Clark Atlanta Panthers, 68-64 at L.S. Epps Gymnasium. With the win, the Golden Rams improved to 12-7 overall and 9-3 in SIAC play, while the Panthers dropped to 11-7 overall and 8-3 in the conference. The game marked a significant test for Albany…
Read MoreLane’s Christopher Hood named SIAC Newcomer of the Week
title image via Lane College Athletics For his recent on-court exploits, Lane College guard Christopher Hood was named SIAC Newcomer of the Week. In the Dragons’ 79-71 win over Benedict College on November 30, the junior guard scored 22 points, a mark that was only outpaced by teammate Christopher Matthews’ 23, on 7-9 shooting from the floor and 8-11 from the charity stripe. Hood also added 4 rebounds, 4 assists, and 4 stetals. Through 7 games this season, the Rust College transfer is averaging 8.4 points and 2.3 rebounds in…
Read MoreAlbany State’s Isaiah Knowles nominated for Harlin Hill trophy
title image via Albany State Football Courtesy of Albany State Athletics Albany State University’s redshirt sophomore quarterback, Isaiah Knowles, has been nominated for the 2024 Harlon Hill Trophy, an award that recognizes the most valuable player in NCAA Division II college football. Knowles is one of 43 student-athletes nationwide nominated for this prestigious honor, often referred to as the Division II equivalent of the Heisman Trophy. The Harlon Hill Trophy, named in honor of former University of North Alabama standout and NFL player Harlon Hill, has been awarded annually since 1986…
Read MoreAllen stomps Central State 41-3
title image Courtesy of 3 CSU 41 Winner ALL Team 1st 2nd 3rd 4th F CSU 3 0 0 0 3 ALL 7 21 13 0 41 As fans and alumni celebrated homecoming in the stands and the Yellow Jackets celebrated senior day on the field Saturday, Allen University’s football team dominated Central State in the Yellow Jackets final home game of the season, 41-3. Allen surrendered their only points for the entire afternoon on Central State’s opening drive as the Marauders kicked a 27-yard field goal with 9:28 to play in the…
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