Top HBCU Dynasties of the last 25 years
1. North Carolina A&T (MEAC) — 2015 to 2019
– Notable Years: 2015, 2017, 2018, 2019
– Key Coaches: Rod Broadway, Sam Washington
– Achievements:
– Undefeated 12-0 season in 2017.
– Multiple Celebration Bowl wins, securing dominance in the MEAC and on the national stage.
– Average run: 5 years
– North Carolina A&T ruled the MEAC and became the most consistent HBCU program in the Celebration Bowl era.
2. Winston-Salem State (CIAA) — 2011 to 2016
– Notable Years: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016
– Key Coaches: Connell Maynor, Kienus Boulware
– Achievements:
– Reached the 2012 Division II national championship game.
– Dominated the CIAA with four championships and six division titles during this stretch.
– Won playoff games in three consecutive seasons
– Run: 6 years
– Winston-Salem State was a consistent force in D2 HBCU football, highlighted by a national championship appearance.
3. Tuskegee (SIAC) — 2000 to 2009, 2012 to 2014
– Notable Years: 2000-2002, 2007-2009, 2012-2014
– Key Coaches: Willie Slater
– Achievements:
– SIAC powerhouse, dominating across two decades with multiple championships and playoff appearances.
– Average run: 5+ years
– Tuskegee maintained a long-lasting dynasty in the SIAC, marking one of the longest periods of sustained success.
4. South Carolina State (MEAC) — 2008 to 2010, 2021
-Notable Years: 2008, 2009, 2010, 2021
– Key Coach: Oliver Pough
– Achievements:
– Undefeated MEAC seasons from 2008-2010, and a 2021 Celebration Bowl victory.
– Average run: 3–4 year
– Multiple runs of success under Oliver Pough, including a late resurgence in 2021, make South Carolina State one of the top HBCU dynasties.
5. Grambling State (Separate Dynasties)
– Doug Williams (2000–2002): Led Grambling to three consecutive SWAC titles, dominating the early 2000s.
– Melvin Spears (2005): Guided Grambling to a SWAC championship in a standout season.
– Rod Broadway (2008):** Took the reins for a single championship year before moving on to build his own legacy elsewhere.
– Doug Williams (2011):** Returned for another championship year in 2011, cementing his place in Grambling history.
– Broderick Fobbs (2016–2017):** Two consecutive championships marked a new era of success for Grambling.
Honorable Mention: Hampton (2003-2006), Bethune-Cookman (2010-2014), NC Central (2014-2016), Bowie State (2018-2021)