Norfolk State’s Larry Vickers is one of three Black head coaches and the only HBCU head coach among 12 Division I undefeated WBB teams in conference play.
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Howard University men’s and women’s basketball teams continue winning streaks
The Howard University basketball teams are on a roll, with the women’s team extending their win streak to three and the men’s team ending a five-game losing streak, both improving their overall records and earning MEAC weekly honors.
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MEAC basketball teams gear up for second round with eyes on tournament
The MEAC basketball teams are gearing up for the second round of the season, with each team focusing on one game at a time to secure the best seed possible in the post-season tournament.
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Howard freshman guard on a historic roll
Blake Harper earned his 12th straight MEAC Rookie of the Week honor, averaging 14 points, 7.5 assists, and 4.5 rebounds in two games last week, while fellow Howard player Joshua Strong was voted team co-captains this season.
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Norfolk State and Howard set for MEAC basketball showdown
The MEAC basketball showdown between Norfolk State and Howard is set for Saturday, featuring top performers such as Saniyah King and Blake Harper, with the Bison women leading the conference in points and the Norfolk State men in scoring and rebounding.
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HBCUAC basketball awards: Four schools earn weekly honors
Four schools in the HBCU Athletic Conference (HBCUAC) claimed this week’s women’s basketball awards, while a double winner and a couple of repeaters stood out in the men’s basketball weekly honors.
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MEAC coaches recognize top performers for their outstanding contributions
The MEAC conference has announced top performers for the week, including Angel Jones, Kiarra McElrath, Destiny Howell, Julius Ellerbe III, Floyd Rideau, Drayton Jones, and Omar Croskey, who have all contributed significantly to their respective teams.
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Black college basketball teams strive for conference success in MEAC
The MEAC men’s and women’s basketball teams are in conference play, with Norfolk State and South Carolina State leading the men’s standings and Norfolk State, Coppin State and Morgan State leading the women’s standings, while local players such as Joshua Strong and Kierra Wheeler are shining in the league.
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Celebrity hires and coaching changes dominate HBCU football
HBCU football coaches are being hired at an increasing rate, including former NFL stars like Shawn Gibbs, Jerry Mack, Willie Simmons, Charles Huff, Brennan Marion, Michael Vick, Adrian Jones, Larry Williams, Tremaine Jackson, Greg Ruffin, and DeSean Jackson, while Norfolk State’s basketball teams are entering league play with impressive non-conference records.
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HBCUAC unveils innovative championship logos, honors outstanding individuals
The Historically Black Colleges and Universities Athletic Conference (HBCUAC) has launched new championship logos designed by Phoenix Design Works, and several individuals from HBCUAC member schools and Commissioner Dr. Kiki Baker Barnes have received national recognition.
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Coach Sandy Pugh and Prairie View A&M women’s basketball team take on Minnesota Gophers
Sandy Pugh, head women’s basketball coach at Prairie View A&M, is leading her team to play the Gophers on December 20, while Kierra Wheeler of Norfolk State was named Defensive Player of the Week by the MEAC.
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HBCU Basketball Takes Center Stage: Women’s Hoops, MEAC Legends, and Rising Stars
The SWAC and MEAC have announced their 2025 Hall of Fame Class, featuring coaches and players who have made significant contributions to their respective conferences, and two local prep stars were recognized for their individual performances.
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College basketball’s snobs and SWAC teams’ scheduling
The Minnesota Golden Gophers have scheduled Bethune-Cookman and Morgan State, two Black schools from the SWAC and MEAC, respectively, and the SWAC has announced its postseason individual awards, with T.C. Taylor of Jackson State being named Coach of the Year.
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TSU’s Playoff Return Under Eddie George and Ty Grace’s Rising Legacy at Howard
Tennessee State clinched a share of the Big South football Championship, and head coach Eddie George has received a four-year contract extension, while Howard University head women’s basketball coach Ty Grace has also received a four-year contract extension.
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Fighting in Black college FB is not alright
The MEAC and SWAC conferences have issued suspensions and fines to players and coaches involved in post-game incidents, emphasizing their commitment to maintaining a safe and respectful environment for all participants.
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Howard Bison Shine: NEC Titles, Player Honors, and Milestones
Brent Leiba of Howard University achieved a historic trifecta in a remarkable season, leading the team to its first NEC regular season crown, winning the league tournament, and reaching the NCAAs for the fourth time.
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S.C. State Bulldogs join AFCA FCS Coaches Poll at No. 23, Jackson State also featured
South Carolina State and Jackson State are the only HBCUs ranked in the AFCA FCS Coaches Poll, with S.C. State’s Einaj Carter named Offensive Player of the Week and Morgan State’s Sahr Gbundema named Rookie of the Week.