History
How NCAA pressure almost led to an HBCU super conference
"How NCAA pressure almost led to an HBCU super conference"With both the MEAC and SWAC trying to figure out how to meet the NCAA's Division I requirements, a proposal was put...
HBCU basketball births March Madness: The first CIAA Tournament
"HBCU basketball births March Madness: The first CIAA Tournament"When the NCAA kept black colleges and athletes out of its competition, the CIAA built a legacy that lasts to this day.
HBCU Alumnus, Iconic Civil Rights Attorney Dies at 82
"HBCU Alumnus, Iconic Civil Rights Attorney Dies at 82"Civil rights attorney James Ferguson II, an HBCU alumnus, known for defending the Wilmington 10 and championing civil rights, has died at...
HBCU History: The breakup of the CIAA and creation of the MEAC
"HBCU History: The breakup of the CIAA and creation of the MEAC"How a mix of competitive challenges, gains by the civil rights movement and a desire to create an elite group of HBCU...
NAIA Tournament opened up pathway for HBCU basketball
"NAIA Tournament opened up pathway for HBCU basketball"In the mid-1950s, the NAIA Tournament provided a significant boost to HBCUs, culminating in multiple championships for Tennessee A&I.
Jackson State and Getty celebrate HBCU homecoming history
"Jackson State and Getty celebrate HBCU homecoming history"The exhibit highlights and captures the spirit of JSU’s homecoming from the university’s early years until the present day through 30 rarely...
Road to the Florida Classic: Cats Really do have nine lives
"Road to the Florida Classic: Cats Really do have nine lives"B-CU did something never before done from 2011-2019. It reeled off nine consecutive wins against FAMU in the Florida Classic.
Howard University made history with first NCAA Tournament appearance
"Howard University made history with first NCAA Tournament appearance"Howard University broke through a barrier in 1981 when it became the first MEAC team to earn an automatic bid to the...
Sam Jones to be honored with sculpture at NCCU on Saturday
"Sam Jones to be honored with sculpture at NCCU on Saturday"The sculpture, which stands 30 inches tall and 22 inches wide, will be prominently displayed in McDougald-McLendon Arena.
Jerry Rice says ‘a lot of work’ needed at stadium that bears his name
"Jerry Rice says ‘a lot of work’ needed at stadium that bears his name"Mississippi Valley State is shutting down its stadium ahead of its home opener. The alma mater of Jerry Rice is trying to...
Orange Blossom Classic return to Miami mirrors HBCU resurgence
"Orange Blossom Classic return to Miami mirrors HBCU resurgence"The Orange Blossom Classic was formed out of necessity. The OBC included a cultural element that only black colleges could replicate.
Ken Riley named Pro Football Hall of Fame finalist
"Ken Riley named Pro Football Hall of Fame finalist"Former Cincinnati Bengals star and Florida A&M legend Ken Riley got one step closer to enshrinement into the Pro Football Hall of...
Hugh Douglas named to Philadelphia Eagles HOF
"Hugh Douglas named to Philadelphia Eagles HOF"From Central State University to Eagles Hall of Fame.