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Grambling State Celebrates Multiversary: Dr. Martin Lemelle, President; Dr. Nikole Roebuck, Director of Bands; Dr. Trayvean Scott, VP, Intercollegiate Athletics

In an exclusive HBCU Legends interview, President Martin Lemelle Jr., Director of Bands Dr. Nikole Roebuck, and Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics Dr. Trayvean Scott discuss the university’s 125th anniversary, 100 years of Athletics and Band.

Football

In an exclusive HBCU Legends interview, President Martin Lemelle Jr., Director of Bands Dr. Nikole Roebuck, and Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics Dr. Trayvean Scott discuss the university’s 125th anniversary, 100 years of Athletics and Band.

Recent Articles

Oct. 18, 2026; Missy Elliott at the HBCU Band Battle event at Norfolk State University in Norfolk, Virginia.

Football

Five HBCU marching bands, three high school bands and Virginia leaders honored the hometown icon during Missy Elliott Day Weekend.

Morehouse vs. Howard at the 2022 HBCU NYC Classic

Football

Morehouse visits Howard for Homecoming for the first time since 1997. Get the 2026 game preview, Ted White storyline, keys and BC+ score prediction.

Mar 20, 2026; Tampa, FL, USA; Prairie View A&M Panthers head coach Byron Smith looks on during the first half against the Florida Gators during a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Benchmark International Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Basketball

The first game will be in Florida as Bethune-Cookman faces Florida A&M.

Coby Robinson (K1ngc0by) representing SU EDGE in his Southern University Esports hoodie during The Penny Games. Robinson secured a second-place finish and an $850 prize in the College Football 27 tournament.

Football

Southern University Esports delivers a strong performance in College Football 27.

HBCU Band Battle: Music Hall of Fame Legend Missy Elliott Features Marching Band Event

BANDS

Rock and Roll Hall of Famer and legendary Hip Hop article to celebrate HBCU Culture, Music, Education and Innovation During Missy Elliott Day Weekend.

Baseball

Longtime broadcaster, Ralph Cooper, credits the pioneers of the Black press for a 58-year career that now reaches the Houston Baseball Media Wall of Honor and the Texas Boxing Hall of Fame.

Football

2027 Pepsi National Battle of the Bands Returns to The Palm Beaches MLK Weekend Organizers Announce Bands, Events and Tickets for Three-Day Celebration of Music, Education and Community.

HBCU Commissioners, Presidents Gather at Sports Leadership Reception at Gensler; (left to right) Paxton Baker, Dr. Charles McClelland, Sonja Stills, Diane Hoskins, Dr. Ben Chavis, Jacqie McWilliams Parker, and Dr. Anthony Holloman.

Football

Leaders from five HBCU athletic conferences joined university presidents and corporate partners for an evening focused on education, athletics and economic opportunity.

41st Labor Day Classic - Texas Southern vs. Prairie View A&M at Panther Stadium in Prairie View, Texas.

Football

The TSU Tigers and defending SWAC champion Prairie View A&M Panthers meet Sunday morning on ESPN2 with the Durley-Nicks Trophy and an early lead in the SWAC West race at stake.

Clark Atlanta’s Big Plays Sink Morehouse 31-21 in ATL Labor Day Classic

Football

Trayvon Pinder’s 94-yard touchdown run and two Chry’shawn Sellers scoring catches helped the Panthers defeat Morehouse at the ATL Labor Day Classic.

CIAA enters a media rights partnership with Urban Edge Network.

Football

The agreement sends CIAA football, basketball and championship events to UEN while allowing the conference to retain flexibility with other media partners.

Football

South Carolina State's Chennis Berry joined Shannon Sharpe on Nightcap after an 87-0 opener and explained the "1-0" standard behind his championship program.

Melissa Dawn Simkins: 'Broken to Breakthrough' - How HBCU Coaches, Athletes Overcome

Football

The "Athleadership" author says leadership is a response, not a title, and wants to help HBCU athletes prepare for pressures and opportunities beyond sports.

Denny's returns as the title sponsor of the Orange Blossom Classic.

Football

Iconic restaurant brand continues its commitment to celebrating HBCU excellence through one of the nation's premier football and cultural experiences.

Football

HBCU GO's "Calling Plays" host discusses Season 2, Charlie Neal's legacy, the changing HBCU media landscape and a wide-open 2026 HBCU football season.

Football

The Black College Football Hall of Fame named 52 players to the 2026 Deacon Jones Trophy watch list. The MEAC doubled to 20 as the field narrowed to four leagues.

BANDS

The premier celebration of HBCU bands, culture, and community returns Jan. 15–17, 2027.

Chennis Berry, HBCU Legends' 2025 Sports Person of the Year, breaks down South Carolina State's championship blueprint as the Bulldogs open 2026 training camp.

Football

ESPN Events set MEAC/SWAC Challenge Kickoff matchups through 2029: Morgan State-Alabama State, Jackson State-Norfolk State and South Carolina State-Alcorn State.

From starring in the Space City Classic and playing both sides of the ball at a high level, to earning the respect of NFL teams and always supporting his alma mater, Bert Askson’s legacy is filled with pride, talent, and devotion.

Football

Texas Southern's official 2026 schedule: five home games at W.W. Thorne Stadium and Homecoming vs. Southern on Oct. 24 at Reliant Stadium, 2 p.m. No Shell Energy dates.

TSU's Unused Stadium Power: Inside the Tigers' Scheduling Rights

Football

Inside the 2011 Shell Energy Stadium deal: Texas Southern holds priority scheduling and protected classics. James Douglas explains how TSU lost its leverage.

BANDS

Pepsi National Battle of the Bands ends its 11-year Houston run, moving to AT&T Stadium in Arlington for the 2027 event.

Harlem Globetrotters president Keith Dawkins discusses how the organization is celebrating 100 years of global success.

Basketball

Globetrotters president Keith Dawkins tells HBCU Legends how the team's centennial, HBCU roster ties and new media deals shape basketball's barnstorming brand.