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Todd Day Sr. promoted to head men’s basketball coach at Edward Waters University

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After steadying the program in an interim role, Todd Day Sr. has officially been named the head men’s basketball coach at Edward Waters University. Day took over midseason and helped guide the Tigers to a 15–16 overall record, including a 12–12 mark in SIAC play. While the record may not pop off the proverbial page, however the team showed promise under his leadership that could be the foundation for future success, making a strong case for removing the interim tag. Before arriving in Jacksonville, Day built a winning culture at…

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Kevin Herod named women’s basketball coach at Allen University 

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Kevin Herod is officially the new head women’s basketball coach at Allen University, bringing a proven track record of success and program building to Columbia. Herod arrives with an impressive rĂ©sumĂ© that includes a 245–105 career record, multiple conference championships, and consistent postseason success across several stops in the HBCU ranks. Known for his ability to quickly elevate programs, Allen is betting on that same formula to take the next step within the SIAC. Most recently, Herod made an immediate impact at Florida Memorial University, where he led the program…

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Dr. Cavil’s Inside the HBCU Sports Lab Week 11 Women’s Mid-Major Division Top 5 ranking

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Week 11 of Dr. Cavil’s Inside the HBCU Sports Lab Women’s Mid-Major Top 5 rankings brought stability, as no new teams entered the poll and each program held firm in its previous position. Despite postseason setbacks across the board, all five squads maintained their standing to close out the rankings. ⸻ No. 5 – Edward Waters Lady Tigers (23-6, 21-3) The Lady Tigers of Edward Waters University remain at No. 5 after a dominant run through the SIAC, finishing 21-3 and atop the Eastern Division. However, their postseason took an…

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Dr. Cavil’s Inside the HBCU Sports Lab Week 9 Women’s Mid-Major Division Top 5 

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Week 9 of Dr. Cavil’s Inside the HBCU Sports Lab Mid-Major Division Top 5 was static in that no new teams entered the rankings, but it was dynamic, as there was a great deal of shuffling, with 4 of the 5 teams changing positions.  5 Langston Lady Lions (24-5, 18-4) The Lady Lions tumbled down the rankings, falling from No.2 the previous week. The Lions roared into the Sooner Athletic Conference Tournament on the strength of their second consecutive regular season title. However, their time in the tournament was short-lived,…

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Albany State pulls 85-78 come from behind win over Allen

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Image via Albany State Basketball Courtesy of ASU Athletics 78 M-30240 85 Winner M-13 Team 1 2 F Allen 41  37  78 ASU 33  52  85 Albany, Ga. — Fueled by a spirited Greek Night atmosphere inside the Jones Brothers HPER Complex, the Albany State Golden Rams delivered an impressive second-half comeback to defeat Allen University, 85–78. Trailing 41–33 at halftime, Albany State responded with poise and intensity, outscoring the Yellow Jackets 52–37 over the final 20 minutes to secure the win. The Golden Rams found their rhythm after the break, shooting…

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Albany State Lady Golden Rams fall to Tuskegee in overtime, 70-65

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Image via Albany State Athletics Despite Albany State Lady Golden Rams leading for over half the game (57.2%) and forcing 33 turnovers, it proved not enough, as ASU fell in overtime to Tuskegee, 70-65.  The first quarter was a close affair that saw four ties and 5 lead changes. After Erin Perry’s jumper tied the game at 12, a 6-0 burst put Albany State up 18-12 with 1:18 left in the quarter and the Lady Rams would take an 18-13 lead into the second quarter.  Tuskegee outscored Albany State 10-4…

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Kendale Johnson’s late three pushes Albany State past Allen

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Title image via Albany State Basketball Courtesy of Albany State Athletics Columbia, S.C. — In a game that came down to the final possession, the Albany State men’s basketball team delivered a dramatic 85–84 overtime victory over Allen University on Wednesday night, extending its win streak and showcasing poise under pressure in a hard-fought SIAC battle. The Golden Rams leaned on their senior leadership and late-game execution, capped by a decisive moment in overtime when Kendale Johnson buried the game-winning three-pointer with just three seconds remaining. Johnson finished with a team-high 23 points, shooting…

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Albany State drops a pair in SIAC/GSC Challenge

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Image via Albany State Basketball Courtesy of ASU Athletics 89 Winner WA 59 ASU Team 1 2 F WA 45  44  89 ASU 31  28  59 WILBERFORCE, Ohio — The Albany State University men’s basketball team opened the 2025–26 campaign with a gritty showing at the 4th Annual SIAC/GSC Challenge but ultimately came up short in both outings, falling to West Alabama on Friday and Mississippi College on Saturday. Despite the 0–2 start, the Golden Rams displayed flashes of promise. Game 1: West Alabama 89, Albany State 59In Friday’s opener, the Golden…

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Allen U women’s hoops defeats Clark-Atlanta in season finale, 84-78

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Courtesy of Allen Athletics 78 Clark Atlanta 84 Winner Allen Team 1 2 3 4 F Clark Atlanta 22  11  23  22  78 Allen 13  23  15  33  84 In their regular season finale, the Allen University women’s basketball team defeated Clark Atlanta Wednesday, 84-78.  After facing an early first quarter deficit, 22-13, the Yellow Jackets responded with a strong second quarter. With 4:54 remaining in the first half, Morgan Smith connected on a layup to complete Allen’s comeback effort and give AU a 26-25 lead. Over the final five minutes of the…

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Allen University defeats rival Benedict 59-52

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image via Allen Athletics 52 Benedict 59 Winner Allen Team 1 2 F Benedict 28  24  52 Allen 27  32  59 Courtesy of Cade Cremshaw, Sports Information Director, Allen University The Allen University men’s basketball team saw every player who stepped onto the floor Saturday score a basket in the Yellow Jackets’ win over Benedict College, 59-52.  The rivalry clash did not begin the way Allen intended for it to as Benedict jumped out to a 6-0 lead through the first two minutes of Saturday’s contest. However, five points from Peyton…

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