The Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) is undoubtedly one of the most competitive mid-major basketball conferences in the country, and the latest insights from the league's coaches shed light on the stark disparities within this dynamic landscape ...
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In a monumental move that is sure to excite the HBCU community, Nelson Peterson Jr., the younger brother of NFL great Adrian Peterson, has signed a National Letter of Intent to play quarterback for the Texas Southern University Tigers.
This dynamic ...
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The Tennessee State University Tigers are poised to take on a formidable HBCU football schedule in 2026, facing off against some of the top programs in Black College Football. As the premier online community for HBCU alumni and supporters, HBCUConnec ...
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The Southern Heritage Classic, one of the most celebrated and time-honored traditions in the Historically Black College and University (HBCU) community, is set to return to its historic second Saturday in September timeslot on September 12, 2026. Thi ...
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As the premier HBCU football program in the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC), Jackson State University has long dreamed of having its own state-of-the-art, on-campus stadium to elevate the gameday experience for its passionate Tiger fans. Now, ...
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When it comes to HBCU basketball, the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) is a league with a rich history, passionate fan bases, and coaching jobs that come with unique challenges and opportunities. As an HBCU sports journalist for HBCUConnect.com ...
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As the premier online community for HBCU (Historically Black Colleges and Universities) alumni and supporters, HBCUConnect.com takes great pride in the rich athletic history and resilience of our institutions. Today, we shine a spotlight on the North ...
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TALLAHASSEE, FL - The Florida A&M Rattlers football team is gearing up for an exciting start to the 2026 season, with plans to stay in the Miami area for back-to-back games against some of the toughest opponents they'll face all year.
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HBCU football continues to sit at the intersection of legacy and opportunity, and that connection sharpened even further this winter as Nelson Peterson Jr., the younger brother of NFL great Adrian Peterson, officially signed with Texas Southern Unive ...
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The CIAA (Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association) has long been the epicenter of HBCU basketball, and the coaching positions within this historic conference hold immense significance for the HBCU community. As the premier online destination for ...
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In a thrilling showdown, the Morgan State Bears once again displayed their resilience and clutch performance as they defeated the defending MEAC (Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference) champions, the Norfolk State Spartans, by a score of 79-78 on Monday ni ...
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Dover, DE - The Delaware State University Hornets football team has been busy in the transfer portal this offseason, adding a slew of talented players from fellow Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) across the country. Under the guid ...
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As the college football season approaches, all eyes turn to the excitement brewing in the HBCU community. In a highly anticipated Cricket MEAC/SWAC Challenge, the Howard University Bison and the Alabama A&M Bulldogs will take the national stage to us ...
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The HBCU community is abuzz with excitement as two of its most storied football programs, Tennessee State University and Florida A&M University, prepare to renew their longstanding rivalry. This highly anticipated matchup, set for September 19, 2026, ...
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NORMAL, AL - In a major coup for the Alabama A&M Bulldogs football program, the team has secured the commitment of quarterback Bekkem Kritza from the transfer portal. Kritza, a former three-star recruit, spent the 2025 season with the Big Ten's Penn ...
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