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HBCU Band Directors Unfiltered: Culture, Criticism, and Growth

In HBCU band culture, winning is never just about trophies. It is about survival, legacy, respect, and proving—again and again—that…

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HBCU championship-winning assistant takes over program

SAVANNAH, Ga.- HBCU Savannah State University has announced the hiring of Thomas Howard as the 28th head football coach in program…

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Marshall Faulk Signs Dynamic NOLA QB After Historic Playoff Run

When Marshall Faulk was named head football coach at Southern University, expectations followed immediately. Faulk did not inherit a rebuild…

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Albany State continues to rise despite changes

In 1994, the unthinkable happened on the campus of Albany State University. Tropical Storm Alberto unleashed torrential rain across Southwest…

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Norfolk State takes underdog win against UTEP

Norfolk State walked into the Don Haskins Center as an 8.5-point underdog and walked out with one of its most…

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HBCU basketball’s hottest program off to historic start

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — Winston-Salem State (WSSU) men’s basketball has tradition on its side — a passionate fan base, and a…

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Chris Paul HBCU Classic Delivers Overtime Thriller in Atlanta

COLLEGE PARK, Ga. — Day 1 of the Chris Paul HBCU Classic produced one of the most dramatic HBCU hoops…

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Grambling Opens CP3 HBCU Classic with Statement Win

ATLANTA, Ga. — Grambling State showed why it belongs in the mix of HBCU basketball’s best on Day 1 of…

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FAMU basketball picks up first home win under Charlie Ward

Florida A&M (FAMU) earned its first home win of the season as head coach Charlie Ward guided the Rattlers to…

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HBCU Hoops History Comes Alive in Cameron Indoor Stadium

In a gritty, momentum-shifting HBCU showdown at historic Cameron Indoor Stadium in Durham, Howard University used a dominant first half…

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HBCU Band Directors Unfiltered: Culture, Criticism, and Growth

HBCU Band Icon Retires After Nearly 30 Years

HBCU bands claim national titles on emotional night

Atlanta-area HS finalists for Red Lobster Band of The Year revealed

HBCU field for 2025 Red Lobster Band of The Year Revealed

HBCU Band Directors Unfiltered: Culture, Criticism, and Growth

In HBCU band culture, winning is never just about trophies. It is about survival, legacy, respect, and proving—again and again—that excellence does not require permission. That reality sat at the center of a wide-ranging conversation with three band directors who experienced the 2025 Red Lobster Band of the Year from…

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