Morehouse College is entering a transformative chapter in its football program as Coach Brad Sherrod leads the institution into a new competitive era, marked by the release of the team's 2026 schedule.The Atlanta-based HBCU is preparing for heightene ...
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Prairie View A&M University's football program recently received a warm welcome from Colorado head coach Deion Sanders, who rolled out the red carpet for the HBCU squad in what is being described as a mutually beneficial exchange.According to reports ...
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NORFOLK, Va., Mar. 9, 2026 – The Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC), one of the premier NCAA Division I conferences for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), has recognized several standout student-athletes for their exceptional ...
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NORFOLK, Va., March 9, 2026 – The Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC), one of the premier NCAA Division I conferences for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), has announced its weekly women's basketball accolades, and the Howard ...
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In the ever-evolving landscape of collegiate sports, the HBCU (Historically Black Colleges and Universities) community has found itself at the forefront of complex and thought-provoking discussions. As a sports journalist writing for HBCUConnect.com, ...
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Morehouse College, the pride of the HBCU (Historically Black Colleges and Universities) community, has unveiled its highly anticipated 2026 football schedule, and it's shaping up to be an electrifying season for the Maroon Tigers.
The schedule is hi ...
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As the premier online community for HBCU (Historically Black Colleges and Universities) alumni and supporters, HBCUConnect.com is thrilled to bring you this remarkable story of cross-program collaboration and mutual growth between two esteemed HBCU f ...
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HBCU Superstar Signs Three-Year, $42 Million Contract with Cincinnati
The first day of NFL free agency has been a big one for the HBCU community, as a former Howard University standout has earned a lucrative payday with a previous playoff foe. Enter ...
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The Prairie View A&M women's basketball team faced an uphill battle this season, going winless in Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) play. Despite the challenging circumstances, first-year head coach Tai Dillard and her players remained resilien ...
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HBCU CONNECT - In a major move for the HBCU sports community, former CIAA star Joshua Williams has signed a two-year deal with the Tennessee Titans, marking a significant milestone for HBCU athletes making it big in the NFL.
Williams, a standout fro ...
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In a remarkable first season as the head coach of the Tennessee State Tigers, former Duke Blue Devil legend Nolan Smith has led his HBCU squad back to the bright lights of the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament - March Madness.
The Tigers e ...
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The historic journey of the Morgan State University wrestling program reached new heights as they made a statement at the 122nd Eastern Intercollegiate Wrestling Association (EIWA) Championships.
Eugene Harney etched his name in the record books by ...
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The Grambling Tigers and Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils are set to clash in the opening round of the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) Tournament, as the No. 9 Tigers face off against the No. 12 Delta Devils.
While Grambling's overall r ...
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WINSTON-SALEM, NC — Just over a week after cutting down the nets in Baltimore at the CIAA Tournament, the Winston-Salem State (WSSU) Rams women's basketball team gathered again for an NCAA milestone moment.
The Rams filed the Donald J. Reaves ...
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MORROW, Ga. - The SIAC (Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference) championship game between HBCU powerhouses Tuskegee and Morehouse was a highly anticipated matchup, broadcast on ESPN. However, the game was overshadowed by the unfortunate resurfa ...
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ATLANTA — The SWAC Tournament in Atlanta witnessed a special guest in the building Monday night as former Memphis Grizzlies legend and NBA All-Star Zach Randolph pulled up to watch the Mississippi Valley State Devilettes take on the Prairie View A& ...
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ATLANTA - The Grambling State Tigers opened the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) Men's Basketball Tournament with an emphatic statement, crushing the Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils by a score of 77-52 on Monday night at the Gateway Cent ...
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Check out this video from Bowie State University in Bowie, Maryland!
Bowie State University Concludes BSU BOLD: The Campaign for Excellence with $128.5 Million Raised. ...
Posted Tuesday, March 10th 2026 at 12:00AM
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Howard University alumna Sheila Eldridge has secured a groundbreaking partnership with streaming platform Tubi to launch a channel exclusively dedicated to showcasing work from HBCU filmmakers, marking a significant milestone for representation in th ...
Posted Monday, March 9th 2026 at 6:05PM
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A groundbreaking study has revealed that attending a Historically Black College or University (HBCU) may contribute to better cognitive health outcomes for Black adults in their later years, according to research highlighted by The Journal of Blacks ...
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Spelman College is hosting its fourth annual HBCU Game Jam, a premier event designed to support and showcase aspiring Black game developers and creators in the gaming industry.The event continues to serve as a critical platform for students and emerg ...
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Chicago-bred recording artist Common brought national spotlight to his alma mater, Florida A&M University, when he collaborated with the legendary Marching "100" to recreate the official "Victory" theme song for NBA on Prime's broadcast on March 7. T ...
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Howard University has achieved a historic milestone in athletic excellence, securing dual Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) regular season championships for the first time in 39 years.The accomplishment marks a significant resurgence for Howard' ...
Posted Monday, March 9th 2026 at 12:03PM
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Bernard LaFayette, a pivotal strategist in the Civil Rights Movement and proud alumnus of American Baptist College in Nashville, has died at age 85. LaFayette's groundbreaking organizing work in Selma, Alabama, helped pave the way for the historic Vo ...
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Morehouse College has ended a 23-year championship drought, defeating Tuskegee University 66-56 to capture the 2026 SIAC Men's Basketball Tournament Championship on March 7 at the Clayton County Convocation Center. The historic victory marks the Maro ...
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