Tag: SWAC Football

James Colzie III out after 2 seasons at FAMU, Henry Burris named acting head coach

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The Rattlers of Florida A&M are in the market for a new head football coach. On Monday, the university’s athletic department announced that it had parted ways with head coach James Colzie III, effective immediately.  “Excellence is the standard that extends across every aspect of our institution—from academics and research to athletics and community engagement,” said FAMU President Marva B. Johnson. “As the nation’s top public HBCU, we are committed to operational excellence in everything we do. Our football program and all Rattler sports are critical drivers of university pride,…

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Alcorn State takes SWAC crown 23-21 over Jackson State

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Image via Alcorn State Football Courtesy of Alcorn State Athletics 23 Winner PVA 21 JSU Team 1st 2nd 3rd 4th F PVA 7 6 10 0 23 JSU 0 7 14 0 21 JACKSON, Mississippi —Behind an impressive defensive showing that held the Jackson State offense to 84 rushing yards, Prairie View A&M took down the Tigers 23-21 on the road Saturday afternoon to win the 2025 SWAC Championship The Panthers improved to 10-3 on the year and 8-1 in Southwestern Athletic Conference play, while the Tigers fell to 9-3 and…

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SWAC Announces 2025 Football Postseason honorees

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The Southwestern Athletic Conference unveiled its 2025 Football Postseason Awards Monday afternoon. The honors are determined by voting from the conference’s head football coaches and sports information directors (SIDs) Like the NBA, the SWAC has a minimum participation rate to be considered for postseason recognition. Players must have taken part in at least 50% of games this season to be considered for postseason accolades. 2025 All-SWAC Football Team Selections  All-SWAC First Team OffenseQuarterback: Andrew Body, Alabama StateRunning Back: Ahmad Miller, Jackson State Running Back: Jaylen Jennings, Arkansas-Pine Bluff Offensive Lineman: Cameron Smith, Alabama State Offensive…

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Alabama State pulls away from Tuskegee 58-21 in Turkey Day Classic

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Image via DJ Pearson Tuskegee made it a game early on Alabama, but Alabama State would eventually seize control and cruise to a 58-21 win in the Turkey Day Classic.  The Golden Tigers struck first when quarterback Michael Franklin connected on a 67-yard strike with Devon Cooper on the fourth play of the game to put Tuskegee up 7-0 just 105 seconds into the contest.  The Hornets answered back on the next possession with a quick strike score of their own. Te’Sean Smoot’s 69-yard pass to Jalen Jones set up…

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Jackson State holds on to defeat Alcorn 27-21, clinches SWAC East

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Image via Jackson State Football Courtesy of Jackson State Athletics Jackson State built an early lead against Alcorn State, and held on to win 27-21 at Veterans Memorial Stadium on Saturday night to clinch its second consecutive Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) East Division and the right to host the SWAC Championship on Dec. 6. Jackson State (9-2, 7-1 SWAC), winners of four consecutive games, built a 17-0 lead with a pair of rushing touchdowns and a 43-yard field goal by Gerardo Baeza in the opening quarter before Alcorn State (5-7, 4-4 SWAC)…

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Bethune-Colman win 2025 Florida Classic with late game heroics

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Image via Spectrum News Courtesy of Bethune-Cookman Athletics 34 FAM 38 Winner BCU Team 1st 2nd 3rd 4th F FAM 3 6 7 18 34 BCU 7 17 0 14 38 Bethune-Cookman quarterback Timmy McClain came up with some late-game magic, as the Wildcats defeated bitter-rival Florida A&M in a thriller at Camping World Stadium. With just :22 second remaining, McClain was able to find his man Josh Evans wide open down the sideline to retake the lead and steal the victory. This was after the Rattlers had climbed all the way back from a 24-9…

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Dr. Cavil’s inside the HBCU Sports Lab Week 12 Major Division Top 7

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7.Grambling State Tigers (7-4, 4-3)  The Tigers of Grambling State University remain at 7 in this week’s rankings. In their most recent outing, the Tigers were defeated by Alcorn State 27-16. Aided greatly by the Alcorn defense, the Grambling offense was never able to find its footing, held to just 142 yards through the air and just 99 on the ground. The loss snapped Grambling’s 4-game win streak. Up next for the Tigers is Southern University in the 52nd Bayou Classic. The Jaguars defeated the Tigers 24-14 in last year’s…

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SWAC announces implications from Grambling/Bethune-Cookman fight

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Monday afternoon, the Southwestern Athletic Conference announced the consequences stemming from the unfortunate incident that took place during the Grambling State/Bethune-Cookman game on November 8.  SWAC Commissioner Dr. Charles McClelland had this to say:  “We’re extremely disappointed by the events that transpired during halftime of the Bethune-Cookman at Grambling State football game. Acts of that nature have zero place in the Southwestern Athletic Conference and intercollegiate athletics. The Conference Office has and will continue to enforce a zero-tolerance policy for all acts deemed to be unsportsmanlike and contrary to the…

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Week 11 Dr. Cavil’s Inside the HBCU Sports Lab Major Division Top 7

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This week’s iteration of Dr. Cavil’s Inside the HBCU Sports Lab Major Division Top 7 Poll Rankings features nearly unprecedented circumstances with no movement, as all 7 teams occupy the same position they did a week prior. 7. Grambling State Tigers (7-3, 4-2)  Grambling remains at No.7 in this week’s rankings. In their most recent outing, The Tigers defeated Bethune-Cookman 31-23. GSU quarterback Hayden Benoit completed 12of 20 passes for 220 yards and 4 touchdowns. Running back Andre Crews ran for 130 yards on 14 carries, his first time eclipsing…

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Alabama A&M looks to remain unblemished at home

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title image via Alabama A&M Athletics Courtesy of Brian Howard, Assistant AD for Communications, Alabama A&M THE HILL | The Alabama A&M University football team seeks to remain unbeaten at home as the Bulldogs welcome Prairie View A&M for Salute to Service Day on Saturday for a Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) game. Kickoff against the Panthers is scheduled for 2 p.m. from Louis Crews Stadium. Saturday’s game marks the 19th edition of the matchup since 1999 as Prairie View A&M owns a 10-8 record in the series. Alabama A&M (4-5 overall, 1-4…

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