Tag: SWAC basketball

Grambling State to Face Northern Illinois in Field of 68 Opening Day Marathon

Brandon King

Grambling State will help usher in the 2026-27 college basketball season in one of the most unique games on the opening-day schedule. The Tigers are slated to face Northern Illinois at 3:00 a.m. ET on Nov. 2 as part of The Field of 68’s Opening Day Marathon, a 24-hour event that will showcase college basketball from start to finish. The game will be played in Rock Hill, South Carolina, with fans across the country able to tune in during the overnight hours as the marathon keeps the opening day of…

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Alcorn State Offers 2028 3-Star Guard Monta Ellis Jr., Son of New GM Monta Ellis

Brandon King

Alcorn State has extended a scholarship offer to one of the nation’s emerging backcourt prospects. According to a post on his Instagram account, 2028 three-star guard Monta Ellis Jr. has received an offer from the Braves. The Texas native is coming off a productive sophomore campaign at Walnut Grove High School, where he averaged 14.5 points per game, establishing himself as one of the top players in the 2028 recruiting class. The offer is particularly noteworthy given Ellis Jr.‘s family ties to the program. His father, former NBA standout Monta…

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Texas Southern Set to Hire Seton Hall Assistant Corey Lowery as Next Head Basketball Coach

Brandon King

Texas Southern appears poised to name its next leader on the sidelines. Pending approval by the university’s board, Texas Southern intends to finalize a deal to hire Corey Lowery as its next head men’s basketball coach, according to multiple reports. Lowery joins the Tigers after spending the past four seasons as an assistant coach at Seton Hall. During his tenure in South Orange, he was part of a coaching staff that recorded 42 victories over its first two seasons together—the most wins by a first-year coaching staff through its initial…

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Alcorn State Hires Former NBA Guard Monta Ellis as Men’s Basketball General Manager

Brandon King

Alcorn State has added an accomplished NBA veteran to its basketball program, hiring Monta Ellis as the men’s basketball general manager. Ellis, who enjoyed a 12-year NBA career, brings extensive experience at the highest level of the game to the Braves. His hiring reflects the growing trend of Division I programs adding general managers to oversee roster management, recruiting, NIL strategy, and player personnel in the modern era of college athletics. Working alongside head coach Jake Morton, Ellis will help shape the program’s roster, evaluate talent, and provide mentorship to…

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Alabama A&M Women’s Basketball Unveils 11-Player Recruiting Class Led by 9 Transfers and 2 High School Standouts

Brandon King

The rebuild isn’t subtle in Huntsville — it’s aggressive, intentional, and built for immediate impact. Alabama A&M University women’s basketball officially unveiled an 11-player recruiting class this week, headlined by nine Division I and collegiate transfers and two high school signees, as head coach Dawn Thornton continues reshaping the program into a SWAC contender. “This signing class is special. We added young women who fit our culture, our style of play and our vision for the future. They are competitors, they are winners and they are not afraid of expectations,”…

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I’Xana Winters Commits To Mississippi Valley State, Giving Devilettes A Dynamic Backcourt Addition

Brandon King

The roster rebuild continues for the Mississippi Valley State Devilettes, and the latest addition could end up being one of the more impactful under-the-radar pickups in the SWAC. I’Xana Winters, a 5-foot-7 guard transferring from Itawamba Community College, has officially committed to Mississippi Valley State women’s basketball, bringing experience, toughness, and backcourt versatility to the Delta Devils program. Originally from Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Winters developed into a dependable contributor during her time at Itawamba CC, showcasing the ability to score, facilitate, and defend multiple guard positions. She appeared in 30…

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SneakerShopTalk College Hoops Wire: Logyn McNeil commits to Alabama A&M via transfer portal

Brandon King

Alabama A&M continues to strengthen its roster through the transfer portal, landing forward Logyn McNeil, a 6’3 frontcourt piece looking for a fresh opportunity in Huntsville. McNeil, who was ranked the No.18 forward in her class coming out of Rockwall-Health High (Rockwall, TX), enters the Bulldogs program after her time at Houston, where she provided depth in the frontcourt rotation. Now, she brings that same size and interior presence to an Alabama A&M squad steadily retooling its identity with experienced portal additions. McNeil brings size, rebouding prowess and high motor…

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Kamryn Grant commits to FAMU out of the transfer portal

Brandon King

Another addition is headed to the Highest of Seven Hills. Florida A&M University has landed transfer portal commit Kamryn Grant, continuing to bolster its roster heading into the 2026 campaign. Grant heads to Tallahassee after spending two seasons at Dayton, appearing in 22 contest for the Flyers. Coming out of Afrocentric High School (Columbus, OH) Grant was scouted as a player who in addition to her ability to put the ball in the basket, is also a tenacious rebounder on both the offensive and defensive backboards. She can also be…

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Alcorn State lands committment from 4-star prospect

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According to livforhoops, Alcorn State has secured a committment from class of 2026 guard Josh Powell.  Powell, a 4-star rated prospect by ESPN , averaged 21.4points at Archbishop Molly High school as a sophomore. He then followed that up with a strong showing at the 2024     CHSAA June Showcase with per game numbers of 17 points , 8 rebounds and 3 assists.  Powell further raised his profile on the national scene on the summer circuit. Playing for the NY Jayhawks , he had a standout performance against the Rens United, tallying…

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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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