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TJ Madlock denies taking payments to manipulate a basketball game he never played, claims he was never contacted about a group chat, and accuses the NCAA of mishandling the investigation, while his lawyer threatens legal action if the organization does not correct its statements.
A 9‑0 defeat drops Alabama into an elimination scenario, forcing a must‑win streak against a top SEC opponent.
The NCAA’s accusation that former Alabama State guard TJ Madlock participated in a point‑shaving scheme has been flatly rejected by the player and his legal team, who are now demanding a retraction and exploring legal remedies.
The SWAC men's and women's basketball tournaments will undergo a significant format change beginning with the 2027 season. The new bracket will feature only the top ten teams, with seed byes reshaping matchups and affecting Jackson State's recent performance and coaching transitions.
The American Arena League will welcome the Montgomery Catfish and the Texas Wild Hogs for its 2027 season, reviving indoor football in Montgomery and expanding the league’s footprint.
Alabama State quarterback Andrew Body’s standout performance led his team to its first 10‑win season in 21 years, collecting a suite of conference and national honors that will be celebrated at Jacksonville State University.
Four former Alabama State basketball players have been banned by the NCAA after accepting $500 each to fix a December 2024 game, while the bettors involved have been indicted for wire fraud and bribery.
Canton, Ohio will welcome the Black College Football Hall of Fame Classic on September 6, featuring Johnson C. Smith and Albany State in a highly anticipated matchup that caps a four‑day festival of sport, career development and cultural homage.
Alabama advanced to the Tuscaloosa Regional title game with a 7‑5 victory over USC Upstate, keeping the double‑elimination tournament alive and positioning the team for a potential historic win that would secure a Super Regional berth.
An 11‑inning showdown in Tuscaloosa saw the Cowboys rally behind a grand slam and a 30th‑home‑run blast, edging Alabama State 8‑7 and setting up a showdown with the Alabama/USC Upstate loser.
The Alabama State baseball team fought valiantly in the Tuscaloosa Regional, but a 11th‑inning homer by Oklahoma State’s Kollin Ritchie sealed an 8‑7 defeat.
The Hornets clinched their first SWAC championship since 2022, earned a top‑three preseason ranking, and faced powerhouse Oklahoma State in the Tuscaloosa Regional, where a late home run fell just short.
Oklahoma State, the second seed, will meet fourth‑seed Alabama State at 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 30, 2026, in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, in a high‑stakes NCAA baseball tournament game.
After a breakthrough victory over Oklahoma State, the Spartans prepare for a showdown with the Crimson Tide in the Tuscaloosa Regional, a game that will be broadcast on ESPN+.
The Alabama State baseball team, still chasing its first NCAA Tournament victory, will meet Oklahoma State on Saturday, May 30, at 1 p.m. CT. The game, airing on ESPN+, could define the Hornets' tournament run.
The Alabama baseball team opened the 2026 Tuscaloosa Regional with a 21‑3 win over Alabama State, setting new program marks and preparing for a matchup against USC Upstate.
The Hornets' tournament run ended in a lopsided defeat, but the team's coach remains optimistic about a comeback against Oklahoma State.
Despite an early home run by Miguel Oropeza, Alabama State could not contain a six-run fourth inning from Alabama, and now faces elimination against Oklahoma State.
Kayla Tucker, a seasoned coach with experience at New Mexico State and Southern Nazarene University, has been named assistant coach for the University of Indianapolis women's basketball program for the 2026‑27 season.
Friday night in Tuscaloosa sees the Oklahoma State Cowboys face USC Upstate in the first game of the regional doubleheader, a matchup that could shape the path to the championship.
After capturing the 2026 SWAC Championship, Alabama State prepares for its first NCAA Tournament appearance in years, facing top-seeded Alabama in the Tuscaloosa Regional.
The Spartans, seeded third, will face second‑seeded Oklahoma State on Friday in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, in a double‑elimination tournament that could reshape the regional bracket.
Four FCS programs face intense pressure in the 2026 season as they chase conference titles and playoff advancement.
The Cowboys enter their thirteenth straight NCAA Tournament under Josh Holliday, focusing on quality innings, potent hitting, and a deep bullpen as they navigate a double‑elimination regional in Tuscaloosa.