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Ole Miss will open its 2026 campaign on September 6 in Nashville, facing Louisville in the Music City Kickoff. The game marks the second meeting with the Cardinals, who fell 43‑24 in 2021, and will feature a pre‑game concert headlined by Lee Brice, Gabby Barrett and Payton Smith.
The 2026 preseason power rankings for HBCU football have been released, spotlighting the top 21 programs that will battle for conference supremacy and a shot at the Celebration Bowl in Atlanta.
A Jackson native and former Kansas City Chiefs defensive end, Breeland Speaks, has joined Jackson State University’s football staff as a defensive analyst and outside linebackers coach, bringing championship pedigree and local pride to the program.
Jackson State University announced the hiring of Breeland Speaks, a former NFL defensive lineman, to lead the development of its outside linebackers and pass rush ahead of the 2026 season.
Jackson State’s 2023 recruiting class, once heralded as a potential turning point, has been dramatically reshaped since the start of the season. Of the 21 prospects that signed that year, only three remain on the roster, while the rest have either transferred or exhausted their eligibility.
After a journeyman run through multiple NFL teams and the USFL, Breeland Speaks has hung up his cleats. His departure spotlights a defensive coordinator's head‑coaching hopes, a running back's new destination, and the evolving base scheme that helped the Chiefs secure Super Bowl LVIII.
EJ Dampier, a top-ranked prospect from Madison‑Ridgeland Academy, has helped the U.S. U17 men’s national team open its FIBA World Cup campaign with four straight wins, setting up a quarterfinal clash with Puerto Rico.
Jackson State wraps up spring practice, revealing a transformed roster, key returning players and the challenges that lie ahead for the 2026 football season.
James Gledhill, a British‑born coach at Belhaven University, blends international soccer passion with a growing Jackson community, guiding his team to its first NCAA Tournament berth.
Moss, a No. 43 Rivals-ranked prospect from Jackson, Mississippi, announced his commitment to Ohio State after careful consideration, citing the program’s culture, development opportunities and championship tradition as decisive factors.
A Florida A&M alumnus is selected for the 2026 College Baseball Hall of Fame class, joining Barry Bonds and Buster Posey in a ceremony set for February 2027.
The university announced that Perkins will continue his ESPN analyst role while steering Jackson State’s basketball program and expanding its broadcast footprint.
Kendrick Perkins, a 14‑year NBA veteran and ESPN analyst, has accepted the role of men’s basketball General Manager at Jackson State University, where he will also influence broadcast and journalism programs.
Kendrick Perkins, a 14‑year NBA veteran and current ESPN analyst, has accepted a combined administrative and media position at Jackson State University, where he will work alongside newly appointed head coach Trey Johnson.
Kendrick Perkins, a former NBA champion and longtime ESPN analyst, has taken on a historic role at Jackson State University, becoming the school’s first ever men’s basketball general manager.
Jackson State announced that ESPN analyst Kendrick Perkins will serve as men's basketball general manager, continuing his broadcasting role while aiming to elevate the program's recruiting profile.
Two of Mississippi's most celebrated baseball figures, Jeff Brantley and Dave Clark, have been selected for the College Baseball Hall of Fame's 2026 class, with their induction ceremony scheduled for February 2027 in Overland Park, Kansas.
Fans from across the United States and Mexico traveled to Atlanta to experience the World Cup, highlighting the event’s diverse atmosphere and the appeal of watching matches in the United States.
Steve Voltz, a seasoned coach with a track record of rapid program improvement, has been hired to lead Arizona's women's soccer effort toward its first NCAA Tournament appearance in over a decade.
A rising star from Madison‑Ridgeland Academy is one of 18 athletes invited to a prestigious training camp, eyeing a place on the team that will chase another gold medal at the upcoming world tournament.
The Rebels are back in the College World Series, facing North Carolina on June 12 amid high demand that has driven up ticket, hotel, and flight prices across Omaha.
Mississippi Valley State University has named Arlo Henderson as its first head coach for women's flag football, bringing a blend of playing experience and extensive coaching credentials to a program poised for rapid growth.
Li’Marcus Jones, a 6‑foot‑6, 300‑pound offensive tackle from Brentwood Academy, has committed to the University of Colorado, choosing Coach Deion Sanders’ program over a host of elite offers.
Four-star recruit Lundon Hampton, a 6-foot-2, over-200-pound athlete from Grand Rapids, announced his commitment to the University of Michigan, choosing the Wolverines over rival schools and highlighting a versatile skill set that could reshape the backfield.