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Florida A&M opens its 2026 campaign on Aug. 29 against Albany State, with coach Quinn Fordham Gray Sr. evaluating a revamped roster, a competitive wide‑receiver group and a deep defensive end pool.
Alabama State’s football program is ranked fourth in the initial Black College Football Poll for 2026, fueled by the return of HBCU Player of the Year Andrew Body, a revamped offense and a home‑heavy schedule that could reshape the SWAC landscape.
Kevin Roberts Jr., a standout baseball player from Jackson Prep, has signed a $1 million contract with the Baltimore Orioles, becoming the latest in a series of Mississippi alumni to bypass college and go straight to the pros.
A summer road trip across the Deep South blends college football reverence, historic sites, and local cuisine, culminating in a shared anticipation for the new season.
Jackson State announced the hiring of Breeland Speaks as defensive analyst and outside linebackers coach, tapping a veteran of the NFL and the United Football League to shape the program’s pass rush for the upcoming season.
From Jake Gaither’s historic dynasty to Willie Simmons’s recent Celebration Bowl triumph, Florida A&M’s football program boasts a lineage of coaching excellence that spans decades.
Florida Gators head coach Jon Sumrall opens up about the lasting impact of his father George Sumrall, the timing of his death, and how family traditions shape his path forward.
The University of Arkansas announced its 2026 men's soccer schedule, highlighting five home non‑conference games, a road test at Loyola Maryland, preseason exhibitions and a demanding SEC calendar.
Robert Wilson, a 23‑year veteran of The Clarion-Ledger/Jackson Daily News, reveals the 2026 All‑Metro Jackson Baseball Team, naming Coach of the Year Justin Reed and Player of the Year Deuce Jenkins while celebrating a tradition that spans seven annual editions.
After two season‑ending injuries, Jalen Reed is rehabbing in Ann Arbor and hopeful to make an impact for the Michigan Wolverines.
The Dutch will begin the 2026 season with three straight road contests against Gustavus Adolphus, Northwestern and Belhaven before returning home for a key conference matchup.
Iowa State's 2026‑27 non‑conference schedule features home buy games, neutral‑site showcases and a potential rematch with Purdue, highlighting both competitive and financial dimensions.
Tyson Robinson, a top-ranked Mississippi prospect, chose the University of Michigan over a slate of elite programs, citing mentor Tony Alford as a father-figure and highlighting the Wolverines’ growing momentum in the 2027 recruiting cycle.