Alabama A&M Hires Head Coach with Olympic and NBA Resume
A veteran developer of talent at the high school, college, professional, international and Olympic level, Hughley is a well-known figure at essentially every level of basketball.
NBA names five of six division trophies after HBCU legends
HBCU and NBA legends like Nat “Sweetwater” Clifton will be recognized.
Cary Mitchell, clothing designer extraordinaire, passes
Famed clothing designer Cary Mitchell (center), a Johnson C. Smith University graduate, passed suddenly Saturday.
Jackson State, FAMU offer five star LB Malik Bryant
Bryant will be announcing his college decision on July 23rd.
Virginia State head coach Reggie Barlow headed to XFL
Virginia State will be in the market for a new head football coach soon as Reggie Barlow leaves for the XFL.
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 him the best ever. He dazzled crowds in the CIAA and at its tournaments in the 1960s with his unique talents, flamboyant style and showmanship. The tournament’s reputation grew as he and a host of others put their talents on display.
Tarik Cohen wins award for courage
North Carolina A&T alumnus and Chicago Bears running back Tarik Cohen has been named the recipient of the Ed Block Courage Award.
Deion Sanders added to Pro Bowl staff
Deion Sanders has been named one of the HBCU Legends Coaches for the 2022 Pro Bowl on Sunday.
Rattlers lose SIAC and MEAC legend in Bobby Lang
Lang won 38 championships as a track and field coach.
Former Pro Bowl DB hired at Prairie View
Former University of Miami star and NFL Pro Bowler Bubba McDowell is expected to take over as Prairie View head coach.
Winston-Salem State names Robert Massey head coach
Winston-Salem State has named Robert Massey it’s head coach after 960-plus days as its interim head coach.
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 dreams as well.
Four HBCU takeaways from FAMU in the FCS playoffs
Florida A&M ended its season with a loss in an uncomfortable atmosphere. There are some things HBCUs can takeaway from the FAMU experience writes Vaughn Wilson.
Chris Rowland signs with Titans, Mac McCain re-signs with the Broncos
Chris Rowland has signed with the Titans practice squad while Mac McCain has been claimed off waivers by the Broncos.
Keeping up with the Joneses at NC A&T and UNC-G
N. C. A&T and UNC-G hoops coaches are from different parts of the country but have a whole lot in common, including HBCU roots, as they prepare to meet on opening night of the 2021-22 basketball season.