For decades, the Southern University Marching Band, affectionately known as the Human Jukebox, has been an inseparable part of the vibrant Mardi Gras celebrations in New Orleans, Louisiana. As the 2026 carnival season approaches, the world-renowned H ...
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HBCU football fans, brace yourselves - the 2026 season is set to kick off in a big way! On Saturday, August 29th, two powerhouse programs, Howard University and Alabama A&M, will take the field in the highly anticipated Cricket MEAC/SWAC Challenge Ki ...
Posted Wednesday, January 28th 2026 at 6:01AM
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The HBCU Legacy Bowl is set to feature a coaching matchup that highlights the remarkable achievements of leaders within the Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) athletic community. This year's staff split into two squads that represent ...
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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — In a thrilling comeback victory, the Jackson State Tigers rallied to defeat the Florida A&M Rattlers by a score of 66-65 on Monday night. This hard-fought win on the road comes on the heels of a tough loss to Bethune-Cookman jus ...
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Prairie View A&M University, the defending Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) champions, are wasting no time in putting together an ambitious 2026 football schedule that will test the mettle of their championship-winning team.
Coming off a brea ...
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In the ever-changing landscape of college football, the transfer portal has become a gateway for players seeking new opportunities, and Bekkem Kritza is the latest example of this trend. The former Penn State quarterback has announced his decision to ...
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In a significant move for the Washington Commanders and the HBCU community, the franchise has hired Daronte Jones as their new defensive coordinator. This appointment represents a major opportunity for a rising star who honed his coaching skills at s ...
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The Black College Hall of Fame Classic is set to deliver a captivating matchup in 2026, as two of the most dominant HBCU football programs in recent years face off in Canton, Ohio.
Albany State University, the reigning SIAC (Southern Intercollegiate ...
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In the heart of the HBCU community, the CIAA (Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association) tournament has found a new home that resonates deeply with its rich cultural heritage - the city of Baltimore. This partnership, forged in 2021 and now extend ...
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As the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) continues to make its mark on the landscape of HBCU athletics, the anonymous poll conducted by The Field of 68 has shed light on the highly competitive and nuanced nature of coaching positions within the ...
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The HBCU sports community is mourning the passing of a true pioneer in women's basketball, Coach James Sweat. A towering figure in the annals of CIAA and MEAC history, Sweat's impact extended far beyond the wins and championships he amassed over his ...
Posted Tuesday, January 27th 2026 at 6:02AM
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JACKSON, MS – Before the Tougaloo College Bulldogs ever stepped onto the court, they had already played for something bigger than the scoreboard. Moments before their game in Jackson, Mississippi, the team paused to honor Cameron Woodall – a former p ...
Posted Tuesday, January 27th 2026 at 6:02AM
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The NFL playoffs have been a stage for several former Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) standouts to shine, and none more so than two former teammates from Florida A&M University (FAMU). Xavier Smith of the Los Angeles Rams and Terr ...
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CONCORD, N.C. — Barber-Scotia College, a historic Historically Black College and University (HBCU) in Concord, North Carolina, has secured a significant victory in its ongoing recovery efforts. The North Carolina Property Tax Commission has iss ...
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Atlanta, GA - In a remarkable reversal, Morris Brown College, a historic Historically Black College and University (HBCU) in Atlanta, Georgia, has reinstated its esteemed president, Dr. Kevin James, less than a week after his abrupt dismissal by the ...
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