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Houston's HBCU powerhouse marching band anchors a Texas editorial in the fashion magazine's Summer 2026 issue, released on Juneteenth.

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Houston's HBCU powerhouse marching band anchors a Texas editorial in the fashion magazine's Summer 2026 issue, released on Juneteenth.

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Texas Southern

After months of locating venues for several home games, Texas Southern releases its 2026 schedule to season ticket holders and alumni.

Toyota Partnership with ESPN Events

Football

John Grant views ESPN Events' partnership as a strategic alliance to grow their HBCU affiliated properties for the next three years with Toyota's strong international brand.

Terron Armstead enter the Saints Hall of Fame with former teammate Mark Ingram II.

Football

Former Arkansas-Pine Bluff star Terron Armstead joins Mark Ingram II in the New Orleans Saints Hall of Fame Class of 2026, adding another milestone to his remarkable HBCU-to-NFL legacy.

Ian Wheeler - Wins 2026 United Bowl MVP

Football

The former Howard Bison standout returned to Washington and delivered a championship performance, earning United Bowl MVP honors and putting NFL scouts on notice.

DC Defenders' Coach Harris discusses with HBCU Legends his HBCU roots, Jason Bean's evolution, and preparing for the team's second-consecutive United Bowl.

Football

DC Defenders head coach Shannon Harris discusses HBCU roots, Jason Bean's evolution, and preparing for the team's second-straight United Bowl.

BCFHOF

Football

The Black College Football Hall of Fame inducted its Class of 2026 in Atlanta, honoring Jimmy Smith, Coach Rudy Hubbard, Steve Wyche and three HBCU greats.

2025 Allstate HBCU Legacy Bowl

Football

The Black College Football Hall of Fame is moving the Allstate HBCU Legacy Bowl to Atlanta on Feb. 27, 2027, widening access for players, scouts and employers.

Clarence McKinney

Football

Coach McKinney will take over Channelview football after the retirement of Coach Hurts.

TSU Head Coach Search

Basketball

Texas Southern University hires DHR Global to lead its men's basketball coaching search. Inside the firm's track record and what it signals for the Tigers.

SWAC's Media-for-Equity Partnership with Mercurius Media Capital: The Pros and Cons

Football

SWAC announced its partnership with Mercurius Media Capital as a Strategic Limited Partner. Breaking down the pros and cons of the conference's media-for-equity bet.

Andrew Body

Football

The SWAC released its 2026 SWAC TV football schedule, 50 games from Week 0 on Aug. 29 through the Turkey Day Classic, after ESPN claimed the conference's classics.

John "Doc" Harvey died in Houston on June 2, 2026.

Football

The Houston HBCU’s head athletic trainer for 41 years, Harvey shaped sports medicine at Texas Southern and across the profession, and lent his name to an award that still honors service in the field.

Shedeur Sanders Signs Rookie Contract

Football

Former HBCU players Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter become two of the top earners for NFLPA Group Licensing in 2025 season.

Preston Brown transfers to Prairie View A&M

Football

Quarterback Preston Brown joins Prairie View A&M with an impressive resume, hoping to become a critical component for the Panthers to "Finish the Fight" in 2026.

Charlie Neal

Football

Charlie Neal, the Black college sports broadcasting legend and pioneer died at home with his family at the age of 80.

HBCU Commissioners Again Address The Passage of the SCORE Act

Football

CIAA, MEAC, SIAC and SWAC commissioners send second letter to CBC Chair Yvette Clarke, reaffirming SCORE Act support and citing existential HBCU stakes.

HBCU GO FOOTBALL SCHEDULE - 2026

Football

Now in its fifth season, Allen Media Group's free-streaming platform delivers a marquee slate featuring the Southern Heritage Classic, the Truth and Service Classic at Audi Field, and expanded distribution on Amazon Prime Video, Roku, and beyond.

Prairie View A&M 2026 Sports Banquet Honors Full List

Football

Lainey Niederhofer and Thierry Garcon earned the President's Awards as Prairie View A&M honored its student-athletes after a SWAC and NCAA Tournament year.

JaCobian Morgan - JSU quarterback

Football

Former Tigers signal-caller's agent confirms international deal to HBCU Legends; Morgan headed to Canada after standout Jackson State career.

Coby "KINGCOBY" Robinson won the ECAC EA SPORTS DII National Championship for Southern University

ESports

Coby Robinson's 38-29 clutch performance with Texas closes out Bellarmine University, making Southern the first HBCU to claim the ECAC national title.

Dec 13, 2025; Atlanta, GA, USA; South Carolina State Bulldogs head coach Chennis Berry celebrates after a victory over the Prairie View A&M Panthers in quadruple overtime of the Celebration Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Football

HBCU football gets its first unified national ranking. SWAC, MEAC, CIAA, and SIAC launch the Black College Football Poll July 1, 2026.

2026 Draft: Morgan State's Erick Hunter Meets 31 of 32 Teams

Football

Erick Hunter is rising on NFL draft boards. Will the Morgan State standout get the call during the 2026 NFL Draft?

Dr. Charles McClelland

SWAC

SWAC votes to eliminate non-Division I football opponents by 2027. Commissioner Dr. McClelland details the mandate, SWAC TV's 55M-minute surge, and $10.8M NCAA haul.

Oct 25, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Houston Cougars defensive back Marc Stampley II (22) against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Football

Marc Stampley II talks NFL Draft prep, his Houston transfer, the 'star' DB role, and why any team that drafts him is getting a steal.