HBCU


Larry Vickers’ shift to women’s hoops propelled Norfolk State to new heights
Spartans win first MEAC championship since 2002, trip to NCAA tournament

More than championships are at stake as MEAC, SWAC teams face off at tournaments
Winners will secure conference titles, automatic bids to NCAA tournament

Elizabeth City State reverses last year’s heartbreak, defeats Shaw for first CIAA title
Winston-Salem State defeats Lincoln to earn CIAA men’s championship

Commissioner Jacqie McWilliams’ drive to transform CIAA shows no signs of slowing
‘We’re gonna celebrate the highs and the lows and continue to grow,’ says the leader of the oldest HBCU athletic conference after 11 years at the helm

Arkansas-Pine Bluff’s Skyler Perry preps for Legacy Bowl with child’s future in mind
Becoming a father in 2019 amplified quarterback’s hunger to play in the NFL

CIAA Tournament’s move to Baltimore benefits some teams, burdens others
Schools used to minimal travel adjust to logistical, transportation pains

HBCU band director of the year award is ‘badge of honor’ for Jackson State maestro
Sonic Boom of the South leader Roderick Little credits musicians for his win

NBA HBCU Classic puts Grambling State, Southern basketball rivalry in the spotlight
Bragging rights are at stake for SWAC teams during All-Star Weekend

Philadelphia Eagles’ Javon Hargrave savors trip to Super Bowl after having career year
South Carolina State alum recorded highs in sacks and fumble recoveries

Kansas City Chiefs’ Joshua Williams caps season of growth with trip to Super Bowl
Rookie from Fayetteville State made key interception in AFC title game

Black maternal health initiative empowers Howard men to help mothers close to home
Team adopts season-long project inspired by reversal of Roe v. Wade

‘We’re the majority for once’: Fisk gymnasts spark joy, inspire other HBCUs
Team fulfills dreams of previous generations

Tennessee State’s Aristocrat of Bands waits to learn how album will fare at Grammys
Gospel project ‘The Urban Hymnal’ is nominated for two awards

Ed Reed coaching saga serves as a hard lesson for Bethune-Cookman, other HBCUs
Candidates need experience and an understanding of Black college culture