Morehouse's Hill and Dixon Capture Prestigious National HBCU All-Stars Honors
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Posted By: Will Moss on March 20, 2026 The Morehouse College Maroon Tigers continue to bask in the glory of a historic season, as two key figures from the program have been recognized with prestigious national honors from the HBCU All-Stars. Senior standout JerMontae Hill has been named the HBCU All-Stars Cleo Hill Division II Co-National Player of the Year, while first-year head coach Larry Dixon earned the HBCU All-Stars Clarence "Big House" Gaines Division II Co-National Coach of the Year award. The dual recognition marks yet another milestone in what has been described as a historic 2025-26 season for the Atlanta-based institution. Key Takeaway: Morehouse College's basketball program has reached new heights this season, with both its star player and first-year coach earning co-national honors from HBCU All-Stars, cementing the Maroon Tigers' place among the elite programs in Division II HBCU basketball. Hill's selection as Co-National Player of the Year represents the culmination of an outstanding senior campaign that has helped elevate the Maroon Tigers' program to national prominence. The award, named after the legendary Cleo Hill, recognizes the top player in Division II HBCU basketball and places Hill among the most elite performers in the nation. Meanwhile, Coach Dixon's recognition as Co-National Coach of the Year is particularly impressive given that this is his first year at the helm of the Morehouse program. The award, which honors the legacy of Hall of Fame coach Clarence "Big House" Gaines, acknowledges Dixon's immediate impact in transforming the Maroon Tigers into a national contender. The accomplishments are significant not only for Morehouse College but for the broader HBCU athletic community. Both awards underscore the talent and excellence present within HBCU basketball programs and highlight the continued growth and competitiveness of Division II athletics at historically Black institutions. These national honors add to what the program has characterized as a historic season, further establishing Morehouse as a force to be reckoned with in HBCU basketball circles. The recognition from HBCU All-Stars validates the hard work and dedication that both Hill and Dixon have brought to the Maroon Tigers' program throughout the 2025-26 campaign. As the season continues, all eyes will be on Morehouse to see if Hill and Dixon can translate these individual accolades into team success and further cement the Maroon Tigers' legacy in HBCU basketball history. Originally reported by SIAC Sports. If you enjoyed this article, Join HBCU CONNECT today for similar content and opportunities via email! |
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Will Moss
Founder & CEO, HBCU CONNECT, LLC Hampton University class of 1995 Member Since June 1999 |
