The second annual HBCU Swingman Classic, held at Globe Life Field in Arlington, showcased the vibrant culture of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in an atmosphere reminiscent of a spirited college Homecoming. The event featured a ...
Posted Monday, July 15th 2024 at 11:12AM
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Talladega College, renowned as the second historically Black college or university (HBCU) to establish a gymnastics program and the first in Alabama, faces a critical moment. Recently, the college administration announced the imminent closure of thei ...
Posted Monday, July 15th 2024 at 10:35AM
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Dr. Kiki Baker Barnes, currently serving as the commissioner of the HBCU Athletic Conference (HBCUAC) based in New Orleans, recently participated in the She’s Got Time Women in Sports Summit. There, she engaged deeply in discussions surrounding leade ...
Posted Friday, July 12th 2024 at 3:23PM
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Allen Media Group's HBCU Go has announced plans to televise 26 college football games played by Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). The games will feature teams from the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA), the South ...
Posted Friday, July 12th 2024 at 3:09PM
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Peak Sports, represented by attorney Cooper Walker of Frost Echols, has formally responded to recent statements made by Dr. Skip Perkins, the Athletic Director at North Carolina Central University (NCCU). Perkins made several claims during a board me ...
Posted Thursday, July 11th 2024 at 9:43AM
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We are exploring the rich tradition of rivalries among Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), emphasizing their profound impact beyond sports. These rivalries, such as the "Battle of the Real HU" between Howard University and Hampton U ...
Posted Thursday, July 11th 2024 at 9:25AM
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This article delves into the multifaceted decision-making process for Black student-athletes considering historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) over predominantly white institutions (PWIs). It highlights several compelling factors that ...
Posted Thursday, July 11th 2024 at 9:17AM
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The Gulf Coast Athletic Conference has undergone a significant transformation, rebranding itself as the HBCU Athletic Conference. This strategic initiative aims to elevate visibility and celebrate the impact of Historically Black Colleges and Univers ...
Posted Wednesday, July 10th 2024 at 12:25PM
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Wake Forest University's men's basketball team will launch its upcoming season with a focus on diversity and regional rivalries, featuring matchups against two Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). The season opener on November 4 at t ...
Posted Wednesday, July 10th 2024 at 11:54AM
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Malone Silver, currently the Associate Athletic Director for Academics and Compliance at Jackson State University (JSU), has been appointed as a member of the Division I Legislative Committee, marking a significant role within the NCAA governance str ...
Posted Wednesday, July 10th 2024 at 11:43AM
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Shaqir O'Neal, son of NBA Hall of Famer Shaquille O'Neal and a former forward at Texas Southern University, has announced his transfer to Florida A&M University. Standing at 6'7" and weighing 201 pounds, Shaqir was regarded as a three-star prospect i ...
Posted Tuesday, July 9th 2024 at 12:29PM
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The proposed multibillion-dollar settlement aimed at transforming college sports into a professional model remains in a state of uncertainty following a challenge by Houston Christian University (HCU), which has yet to be fully finalized or filed. At ...
Posted Tuesday, July 9th 2024 at 11:54AM
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Logan Stout has been appointed as the new head baseball coach at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB), announced by Vice Chancellor of Intercollegiate Athletics Chris Robinson. This appointment marks a significant moment for UAPB, an HBCU ...
Posted Tuesday, July 9th 2024 at 11:09AM
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The Skyview Golf Tournament, established in 1960 exclusively for Black golfers, holds a unique place in golfing history as the longest-running Black-owned and operated professional tournament in the United States. Initially created to provide opportu ...
Posted Monday, July 8th 2024 at 12:01PM
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Former Bethune-Cookman University track and field standouts Sade McCreath and Monae’ Nichols have secured their spots to compete in the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, marking a significant milestone in their athletic careers.
Sade McCreath, origin ...
Posted Monday, July 8th 2024 at 11:42AM
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