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Alabama State quarterback Andrew Body (1) celebrates hish ruching touchdown against Alabama A&M during the Magic City Classic at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala., on Saturday October 25, 2025.

What football programs could be the "best fits" for the HBCU Football Player of the Year?

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What football programs could be the "best fits" for the HBCU Football Player of the Year?

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Basketball

Heisman winner Charlie Ward and NBA All-Star Reggie Theus bring star power to the sidelines as Florida A&M and Bethune-Cookman open the season with women’s and men’s matchups; HBCU GO debuts an expanded broadcast team for 2026 Season

Football

Legendary Houston broadcaster Ralph Cooper will be honored as a Gridiron Legend at the Kinder’s Texas Bowl. HBCU Legends explores his impact through insights from Dr. Kenyatta Cavil, Charles Bishop, Nate Griffin and Kyle T. Mosley.

Dec 13, 2025; Atlanta, GA, USA; Prairie View A&M Panthers head coach Tremaine Jackson on the sideline against the South Carolina State Bulldogs in the first quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Football

Coach of the Year honors went to Jackson, and three players selected for non-FBS All-Texas honors.

Celebration Bowl Numbers Increase, Cultural Viewership Expands

Football

The 2025 Celebration Bowl delivered record ABC viewership, peaking at 3 million viewers, as executive director John Grant highlights the event’s national growth, diverse audience, and future vision for HBCU football.

Football

HBCU Legends' live blog of the 2025 Cricket Celebration Bowl.

Football

A few good coaches to consider as Morehouse launches a national search for the new football leadership focused on competitive excellence.

Football

With ten FBS programs declining bowl invitations, it's time for organizers to extend bids to top HBCUs like Jackson State, Alabama State, Delaware State, NCCU, Grambling, and Albany State. These teams would bring excitement, culture, and competitive footb

ESports

The Southern University gamer won the Esports Bayou Classic matchup at Champions Square.

Dishman and Jackson Trade Shots At 40th Labor Day Classic

Football

Despite both programs posting winning seasons, Prairie View A&M’s Tremaine Jackson and Texas Southern’s Cris Dishman say empty seats remain a challenge.

Football

Former NFL MVP Cam Newton joins HBCU Legends to discuss chemistry, representation and authentic storytelling with Ashley Nicole Moss and hosts Kyle T. Mosley and Kyle Anthony Mosley.

ESports

Southern University Esports to Face Grambling State in Historic Bayou Classic Showdown at Champions Square.

Football

Texas Southern University football, led by head coach Cris Dishman, ends a 25-year drought with a 6-5 winning season and a standout Senior Day victory over Alabama A&M. Discover how the Tigers changed their culture, and look ahead to 2026 season.

Nov 16, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders (12) drops back to pass during the third quarter against the Baltimore Ravens at Huntington Bank Field. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-Imagn Images

Football

The former HBCU star will have more than just HBCU football fans watching and rooting for Shedeur Sanders' success against the Las Vegas Raiders.

Football

HBCU GO will have a double-header in Week 13 of HBCU football.

Football

Hall of Famer Marshall Faulk is being discussed as a possible candidate for Southern University’s head football coach. Fans are divided.

CIAA

Discover how the CIAA and Marcus Graham Project’s D9 Campaign Clash is empowering HBCU Divine Nine students to excel in media and marketing through creative competition, mentorship, and leadership development at the 2026 CIAA Basketball Tournament.

Basketball

Pinky Cole Hayes will represent the CIAA as its official ambassador at the 2026 conference basketball tournaments.

Football

Langston University has parted ways with head football coach Quinton Morgan after 10 seasons. Morgan leaves as the program’s second-winningest coach as a national search begins.

HBCU News

Florida A&M president Marva Johnson restructures the Rattlers' athletics department with several personnel moves.

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.

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.