Tag: SWAC

Black College All-American Team and Black College Football Poll will debut in 2026

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Courtesy of the Southwestern Athletic Conference BIRMINGHAM, Ala.- The Black College Football Poll (BCFP) and the Black College Football All-American teams will make inaugural debuts just in time for the start of the 2026 college football season as it was announced on Wednesday, April 22nd. The Black College Football Poll and the Black College Football All-American teams have been formally endorsed and sanctioned by the two NCAA Division I conferences (Southwestern Athletic Conference and the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference) along with the two NCAA Division II conferences (Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association and…

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Alabama State lands forward Isaiah Barganier in the transfer portal

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Redshirt junior forward Isaiah Barganier has officially committed to Alabama State Hornets men’s basketball, giving the program a physical frontcourt addition out of the transfer portal. Here’s the quick breakdown: He was a decorated player coming out of Fulshear High School ( Fulshear,Texas) where he became only the second player in program history to tally over 1,000 points. He was a four-time All-District selection and averaged 16.3 points, 12.3 rebounds, 2.1 assists and 1.9 blocks per game as a junior, including a 32 point, 21 rebound, 7 assists performance. He also recorded a…

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Bethune-Cookman Wildcats baseball stuns No. 7 Florida Gators baseball 13–7 in statement win

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A seven-run explosion in the seventh inning proved to be the difference as Bethune-Cookman delivered one of its biggest wins of the season, knocking off No. 7 Florida 13–7. The Wildcats wasted no time setting the tone offensively, jumping on Florida’s pitching early and consistently applying pressure throughout the game. Their aggressive approach at the plate paid off, as Bethune-Cookman produced runs in multiple innings and never allowed the Gators to fully settle in. Florida, known for its depth and power, responded with flashes of offense but couldn’t keep pace.…

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Tony Madlock Steps Down as Alabama State Men’s Basketball Coach

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The Alabama State Hornets are officially in the market for a new head coach. After four seasons at the helm, Tony Madlock has announced he is stepping down as the leader of the program, closing the chapter on a tenure highlighted by one of the most significant seasons in school history. “I would like to thank Dr. Ross and Dr. Cable for their leadership and support during my time as the head men’s basketball coach,” Madlock said. “My family and I would like to thank Hornet Nation for their love…

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Southern repeats as SWAC Tournament champs, headed to NCAA Tournament

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Image via SWAC.org Courtesy of the Southwestern Athletic Conference Box Score ATLANTA, Georgia- The Southern Jaguars claimed their fourth SWAC Tournament Championship title in the past three seasons after claiming a 73-56 over the Alabama State Hornets at Gateway Arena. The Jaguars used an impressive display of offensive production coupled with a stellar defensive effort to win the title in spectacular fashion. Southern’s Zaria Hurston paced the Jaguars offensively scoring a team high 13 points to go along with three rebounds and one steal. SU’s Olivia Delancy added 12 points, D’Shantae…

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Prairie View wins SWAC Tournament, headed to Big Dance

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Image via the Southwestern Athletic Conference Courtesy of the SWAC Box Score ATLANTA, Georgia- The Prairie View A&M Panthers shot 50 percent from three-point range enroute to a 72-66 win against the Southern Jaguars at Gateway Center Arena on Saturday. With the win PVAMU claimed the 2026 SWAC Men’s Basketball Tournament championship title and secured the Southwestern Athletic Conference’s automatic bid to the NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Tournament. Prairie View A&M had four players score in double figures led by Lance Williams, who had 18 points and five assists. Cory Wells…

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Southern stuns No. 1 seed Alabama A&M, moves one win from SWAC repeat

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image via Southern Athletics In their previous meeting, the Southern University Lady Jaguars fell just short against the Alabama A&M Lady Bulldogs, losing 64–61. This time around, the defending champions flipped the script. Southern kept its Southwestern Athletic Conference title defense alive with a gritty 51–49 victory over No. 1 seed Alabama A&M to advance to the SWAC Women’s Basketball Tournament championship game. The Lady Jags’ defense was both stifling and timely. Southern held the Lady Bulldogs — the third-most efficient offense in the SWAC — to just 51 points…

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Southwestern Athletic Conference announces bracket and seeding for women’s basketball tournament

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Image via the SWAC Courtesy of the Southwestern Athletic Conference Tournament BracketPurchase Tickets BIRMINGHAM, Ala.- The Southwestern Athletic Conference has announced its 2026 Pepsi SWAC Women’s Basketball Tournament presented by Buick seedings featuring all 12 teams in the league. 2026 SWAC Regular Season Champion Alabama A&M enters the tournament as the No. 1 seed (17-1 SWAC). Alcorn State claimed the No. 2 seed (14-4 SWAC) while Alabama State claimed the No. 3 seed (12-6 SWAC) in the tournament followed by No. 4 seed Southern (12-6 SWAC). Jackson State is the No.…

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Mississippi Valley has an opponent for the Chicago Football Classic – here’s who they will be playing

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Last month, when Mississippi Valley State football released its 2026 schedule, there was a glaring hole in the Delta Devils’ 12-game docket: their opponent for the Chicago Football Classic.  Like the mystery partner in an NWA steel cage tag team match, speculation arose as to who the yet-to-be-named/determined opponent might be.  We now know who that opponent will be.  When the Delta Devils take Soldier Field on September 12, th team on the opposing sideline will be the Lions of Lincoln (PA) of the CIAA.  This will be the first…

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Grambling extends head football coach Mickey Joseph

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Courtesy of Grambling State Athletics Grambling State University Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics, Dr. Trayvean D. Scott, announced a two-year contract extension for head football coach Mickey Joseph.  Joseph, who was named head coach in 2024, signed a two-year extension that runs through the 2027 season. He also has option years in 2028 and 2029.  “This decision reflects our belief in the future of Grambling State football. We are committed to building a program defined by discipline, development, and championships,” said Scott. “Coach Joseph’s leadership continues to move us forward, and we are…

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