HBCU sports
HBCU Athletic Conference changes name, adds three schools
"HBCU Athletic Conference changes name, adds three schools"The GCAC has rebranded as the HBCU Athletic Conference, adding three new members and emphasizing holistic student-athlete development.
Jamaican sprinter, HBCU alumna heads to Olympics
"Jamaican sprinter, HBCU alumna heads to Olympics"Jamaican sprinter and world champion Danielle Williams, with a record of achievements, is set to debut at the Olympics.
ESPN executive isn’t worried about replacing Stephen A
"ESPN executive isn’t worried about replacing Stephen A"Stephen A. Smith's future at ESPN is uncertain due to contract negotiations. His $25M demand may lead to his departure.
HBCU football legend continues to pay it forward
"HBCU football legend continues to pay it forward"Legendary coach Bill Hayes champions annual celebrity golf tournament, raising funds for HBCU scholarships and support for coaches and students.
Mississippi HBCU gets new logo and breaks ground on upgrades
"Mississippi HBCU gets new logo and breaks ground on upgrades"Itta Bena, MS – Monday, June 24, 2024, marked a historic day at HBCU Mississippi Valley State University (MVSU) with the unveiling of...
Howard University men’s basketball adds five to roster
"Howard University men’s basketball adds five to roster"Howard University's men's basketball team introduced five new players from various locations, including a top-ranked player from New York.
University of North Carolina legend part of HBCU fundraiser
"University of North Carolina legend part of HBCU fundraiser"Fayetteville State University Athletics partnered with Habitat for Humanity for a fundraiser featuring Coach Roy Williams. Proceeds support affordable housing.
Olympic hopes still alive for HBCU sprinter
"Olympic hopes still alive for HBCU sprinter"Jamarion Stubbs impresses with a 20.44-second 200m dash in the US Olympic Trials, advancing to the semi-finals in Eugene.
NCAA eases up on weed, updates FCS coaching and recruiting
"NCAA eases up on weed, updates FCS coaching and recruiting"The NCAA no longer tests for weed as it does not provide a competitive advantage. Coaching rules have also changed.
Black Girl Vitamins teams up with Howard University WBB
"Black Girl Vitamins teams up with Howard University WBB"Howard University women’s basketball welcomes Black Girl Vitamins as a sponsor, empowering young black women with a focus on wellness.
Commissioner who brought HBCUs to league gets extension
"Commissioner who brought HBCUs to league gets extension"Joe D’Antonio, CAA's commissioner, gets a 5-year extension after successful leadership, including adding HBCUs and improving broadcast partnerships.
Texas Southern University AD gets long-term extension
"Texas Southern University AD gets long-term extension"Texas Southern University extends Dr. Kevin Granger's contract, citing his athletic and academic achievements, facility upgrades, and community engagement.
SWAC basketball tournament, regular season to get a facelift
"SWAC basketball tournament, regular season to get a facelift"SWAC basketball changes include expanding tournament teams, scheduling games on separate days for men and women, and featuring all 12 teams.