HBCU History
HBCU Hoops in basketball history, Part II
"HBCU Hoops in basketball history, Part II"The late legendary coach John McLendon paved the way both on and off the court as he led HBCUs and African-Americans into...
HBCU hoops in basketball history: Part 1
"HBCU hoops in basketball history: Part 1"As the NCAA Final Four tips off this weekend in New Orleans, HBCU Gameday takes a look back at how the role...
Johnny Grier, first black NFL referee, passes
"Johnny Grier, first black NFL referee, passes"HBCU grad Johnny Grier, who became the first black referee in NFL history, passed Wednesday at 74.
CIAA Tournament retrospective, Part III
"CIAA Tournament retrospective, Part III"As the first white head coach in CIAA history, Dave Robbins was likely called a lot of names.The best name for him...
CIAA Tournament retrospective, Part II
"CIAA Tournament retrospective, Part II"Most know Earl Monroe by his nickname "The Pearl." But he was also known as "Black Jesus" and "The Truth." I call...
A CIAA Tournament retrospective, Part 1
"A CIAA Tournament retrospective, Part 1"John McClendon learned the game of basketball from James Naismith (in picture frame), revolutionized it, helped found the CIAA Tournament and won...
Black History Month: CIAA Tournament in Baltimore comes full circle
"Black History Month: CIAA Tournament in Baltimore comes full circle"Black History Month: Morgan State's brand new gym was the scene for the CIAA Basketball Tournament in 1952. Seventy years later, its...
Hampton’s move leaves questions for NC A&T
"Hampton’s move leaves questions for NC A&T"Hampton has bolted from the Big South to the CAA. Coupled with departures by football-only members Kennesaw State, Monmouth and North Alabama,...
North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame adds two CIAA legends
"North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame adds two CIAA legends"The North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame's soon-to-be-inducted class includes two CIAA legends
Black College Football Hall of Fame announces 2022 class
"Black College Football Hall of Fame announces 2022 class"The 2022 Black College Football Hall of Fame class includes NFL Pro Bowlers, a coaching legend and a journalism icon.
Hall of Famer Willie Lanier leveling the playing field for HBCUs
"Hall of Famer Willie Lanier leveling the playing field for HBCUs"Willie Lanier knows he didn't become a Hall of Famer by himself. And he knows others will need help to achieve their...
Claude Humphrey, HBCU and NFL legend, passes away
"Claude Humphrey, HBCU and NFL legend, passes away"Claude Humphrey, a former Tennessee State star and NFL legend has passed away. Humphrey is a member of the Pro Football Hall...
Black College Football Hall of Fame 2022 Finalists
"Black College Football Hall of Fame 2022 Finalists"The Black College Football Hall of Fame has announced 29 finalists for its 2022 Hall of Fame. Once again, it's a star-studded...