March Madness: Former HBCU hoop stars to be featured

March Madness: Former HBCU hoop stars to be featured

Former MEAC standouts R. J. Cole at Howard (l.) and Jordan Perkins (r.) at NC Central are two of four former HBCU hoopers that have continued to shine at their new locations. Perkins and Longwood have punched their ticket to March Madness. Cole and UConn are expected to punch theirs on Sunday.

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 is ‘winner’ as he kept the CIAA in the national spotlight over his 30-year career. The final part of HBCU Gameday’s CIAA Tournament retrospective covers Robbins, those he competed against and those who followed 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 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.

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 its first title in 1946 at the beginning of a legendary career. The 76th Tournament tips off Tuesday.

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