WASHINGTON, D.C. - The HBCU community is celebrating the latest display of support from tennis phenom Coco Gauff. The 21-year-old superstar has once again stepped up to the net, this time with a $150,000 gift to the United Negro College Fund (UNCF) t ...
Posted Tuesday, January 27th 2026 at 6:02AM
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In a dramatic turn of events, the leadership saga at Morris Brown College has taken a troubling new twist. Kevin James, the recently reinstated president of the historically Black institution, is now facing a slew of serious allegations, including cl ...
Posted Tuesday, January 27th 2026 at 6:01AM
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COLUMBIA, SC - South Carolina State University's historic Celebration Bowl championship season has reached new heights - literally. On January 19, 2026, the Bulldogs' flag proudly flew above the South Carolina State House dome, marking the first time ...
Posted Tuesday, January 27th 2026 at 6:01AM
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HBCU sports enthusiasts, get ready to cheer on another promising addition to the Norfolk State Spartans football program! The latest recruit to join Michael Vick's squad is former North Carolina wide receiver Paul Billups II, a talented young player ...
Posted Tuesday, January 27th 2026 at 6:01AM
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When former Howard University guard Destiny Howell decided to transfer to the University of Wisconsin, it was a move that not only opened a new chapter in her illustrious career but also provided a platform for her to showcase the exceptional talent ...
Posted Tuesday, January 27th 2026 at 6:01AM
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Jackson State University, a prominent Historically Black College and University (HBCU), is set to take center stage as ESPN's SportsCenter broadcasts live from the Lee E. Williams Athletics and Assembly Center on Monday, February 2nd. This rare on-ca ...
Posted Tuesday, January 27th 2026 at 6:01AM
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The HBCU community is mourning the tragic passing of former Texas Southern University football standout Kevin Johnson, whose life was lost under disturbing circumstances. Johnson, 55, was found dead near a homeless encampment in Los Angeles County, a ...
Posted Tuesday, January 27th 2026 at 6:01AM
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GREENSBORO, N.C. — In a heart-pounding finish that captivated the HBCU basketball community, North Carolina A&T finally broke through and secured its first Coastal Athletic Association (CAA) victory, edging Hofstra 79–78 on Thursday night. For an Agg ...
Posted Tuesday, January 27th 2026 at 6:00AM
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JACKSON, MS - The meteoric rise of former Jackson State University quarterback Shedeur Sanders continues as he has been named to the NFL Pro Bowl Games roster, replacing the injured Drake Maye of the New England Patriots.
Sanders, now the starting q ...
Posted Tuesday, January 27th 2026 at 6:00AM
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In a groundbreaking announcement that has sent shockwaves through the HBCU sports community, the historic rivalry between Tennessee State University and Florida A&M University (FAMU) is officially back on the calendar. The two powerhouse football pro ...
Posted Tuesday, January 27th 2026 at 6:00AM
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Shedeur Sanders' Pro Bowl Nod: A Historic Win - and a Heated Debate
Shedeur Sanders - former Jackson State University quarterback turned Cleveland Browns rookie - has officially been named to the 2026 NFL Pro Bowl Games roster. This is a hug ...
Posted Tuesday, January 27th 2026 at 12:16AM
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In a historic move, the Virginia General Assembly is considering a proposal that could reshape the oversight of the prestigious Virginia Military Institute (VMI). Introduced by Delegate Michael Feggans (D-Virginia Beach), House Bill 1374 aims to tran ...
Posted Monday, January 26th 2026 at 8:08PM
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As the premier online community for HBCU (Historically Black Colleges and Universities) alumni and supporters, HBCUConnect.com is thrilled to highlight the Alabama A&M Bulldogs' newly announced 2026 football schedule. This slate is not just a collect ...
Posted Monday, January 26th 2026 at 8:08PM
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FRISCO, Texas — The Dallas Cowboys have turned to an up-and-coming HBCU-trained assistant coach to lead their defense in 2026, hiring 34-year-old Christian Parker as their new defensive coordinator. Parker arrives from the Philadelphia Eagles, ...
Posted Monday, January 26th 2026 at 8:08PM
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NASHVILLE — Two of the most storied Historically Black College and University (HBCU) football programs in the nation are set to renew their rivalry after nearly four decades, as Morgan State University and Tennessee State University have agreed ...
Posted Monday, January 26th 2026 at 8:08PM
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