HBCU Culture - HBCU Legends on SI

CULTURE

CIAA - The Marcus Graham Projects - Divine 9 - A Battle Of The Brands

New Initiative Channels HBCU and Divine 9 Creativity Into Real-World Sports Marketing Experience Ahead of the 2026 Food Lion CIAA Men’s & Women’s Basketball Tournament.

Basketball

New Initiative Channels HBCU and Divine 9 Creativity Into Real-World Sports Marketing Experience Ahead of the 2026 Food Lion CIAA Men’s & Women’s Basketball Tournament.

Recent Articles

Football

HBCU GO's doubleheader spotlights the CIAA and SWAC!

Football

In an explosive second half, the Hornets' rushing attack overwhelmed the Spartans, securing Delaware State University a commanding 2-0 record in the MEAC.

Delaware State head coach DeSean Jackson celebrates his first win as a college head coach after the Hornets' 37-32 win against Albany at Alumni Stadium in Dover on Sept. 6, 2025. Two weather delays stretched the game past seven hours.

Football

What's fueling how DeSean Jackson, Clinton Portis, and coaches are reshaping DSU’s culture, becoming a playoff contender, and top-ranked rushing attack?

BANDS

The Marching 100 will be one of the six HBCU marching bands participating in the inaugural Palm Beaches Edition during MLK Day weekend.

Football

The Grambling State Tigers leader left the game on the final drive, however, a freshman quarterback guided them into field-goal range to win the game.

BANDS

The inaugural Palm Beaches Edition will take flight during MLK Day weekend with five HBCU marching bands.

After 32 years of serving HBCU sports, the CIAA Commissioner continues blazing new trails and being a staunch advocate for mental wellness in her conference and beyond.

Culture

Statz Barbershop will feature fresh cuts and grooming for the youth and college students.

Football

Homecoming 2025 will fuse the Sonic Boom of the South's uniforms into a new look for the Jackson State football team.

Citi's involvement in the 2025 Ryder Cup was strengthened through collaborations with the Finer Life Golf Foundation and No Kid Hungry.

Dec 14, 2024; Atlanta, GA, USA; Jackson State Tigers fans wave a flag against the South Carolina State Bulldogs in the fourth quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Football

Plan your traveler's guide for the 2025 HBCU football Homecoming season!

Football

Kyle T. Mosley of HBCU Legends previews the upcoming clashes is Week 5 of HBCU football.

BANDS

MLK Day weekend 2026 brings the debut of the HBCU bands competition’s Palm Beaches edition to Boca Raton, Florida.

Bethune-Cookman Marching Wildcats Band to perform at The Sherri Show.

BANDS

On Tuesday, the broadcast of the HBCU marching band we be televised across the nation.

106 & SPORTS - Cam Newton and Ashley Nicole Moss

Culture

The NFL legend will be joined by rising media star with a new sports take on BET's 106 & Park.

Football

Three HBCU football classics will be presented by the digital network and consumer products company.

Nov 12, 2023; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Las Vegas Raiders president Sandra Douglass Morgan at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Football

The Las Vegas Raiders and President Sandra Douglass Morgan. Discover how this celebration of HBCU sports and culture may have a long-lasting impact.

Howard University Bison head coach Larry Scott celebrates the game-winning field goal at the Orange Blossom Classic.

Football

The OBC had a thrilling finish in front of over 22,000+ spectators at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida. What's next for the big game?

Merrick Studios Founders, (Left to Right) Tom Frank, Bun B, and Jeffrey Sledge.

Merrick Studios, founded by Bun B, Jeffrey Sledge, and Tom Frank, debuts with a stacked podcast lineup celebrating hip hop, HBCUs, and community.

Culture

Three campuses have received potential threats and canceled classes Thursday and Friday.

Golf

The PGA TOUR and Bridgestone Americas have unveiled the field for the third annual Bridgestone HBCU Invitational for the 54 holes competition.

Dr. Paula Jackson - Texas Southern's Interim Athletic Director

HBCU News

Dr. Jackson takes over TSU's athletic department until President Crawford locates a new athletic director.

Delaware State head coach DeSean Jackson works in the first quarter of the Blue Hens' 35-17 win at Delaware Stadium, August 28, 2025.

Discover DeSean Jackson's insights about his Hornets football team through his postgame comments.

Football

HBCU football will have several FCS vs. FBS matchups and rare clashes will take place as the season opens on college campuses, neutral sites, and NFL stadiums.