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The Florida A&M Rattlers open the 2026 season on August 29 against Albany State, led by first‑year head coach Quinn Fordham Gray Sr., who brings a championship pedigree from Albany State. The Rattlers face a 12‑game schedule that is fully televised, return key players, and navigate an NCAA postseason ban while targeting a winning record.
Alcorn State University announced the appointment of former NBA guard Monta Ellis as its new men’s basketball general manager, a move designed to revitalize the program and return the team to national relevance.
Monta Ellis, a Jackson native and former NBA player, has been appointed general manager of Alcorn State University’s men’s basketball program, bringing professional championship experience and a deep local connection to the role.
Monta Ellis, a former NBA guard with stints at the Warriors, Mavericks, Pacers and Bucks, has been appointed general manager of Alcorn State’s men’s basketball program. He hopes to instill a championship culture, boost recruiting in Mississippi and restore the team’s competitive edge.
Alcorn State hires Monta Ellis as general manager, tapping his NBA experience and player‑development focus to reshape the men's basketball program.
Monta Ellis, a 12‑year NBA veteran and 2006–07 Most Improved Player, was named general manager of Alcorn State University’s men’s basketball program on August 7, bringing his championship‑driven vision to an HBCU with a storied legacy.
A detailed look at the 2026 schedule for Prairie View A&M, highlighting key games, broadcast partners and the coach’s strategy for a championship‑contending season.
Louisiana Tech announced the hiring of Adam Schwartz, a seasoned coach with a record of success across multiple programs, to lead the Bulldogs' men's basketball staff for the 2026‑27 season.
The Tigers will open the 2026‑27 campaign at home versus Cleveland State before traveling to St. Louis, Chicago and Kansas City, facing a mix of historic programs and mid‑major teams throughout the non‑conference schedule.
East Mississippi Community College has added former Mississippi State standouts Michael Story and Maurice Smitherman to its coaching staff, bringing recent bowl‑game experience and a track record of player development.
The Clarion Ledger's latest rankings spotlight the leading linebackers set to anchor defenses across Mississippi's top high school football programs.
An in‑depth look at Jackson State University's 2026 football schedule, highlighting pivotal games, coaching changes, and the talent poised to drive the Tigers back to the SWAC Championship.
The Terrapins will host Bucknell, Alcorn State, Wagner, American and Radford, while also renewing marquee series with Virginia and Tennessee.
The first unified poll, backed by four NCAA conferences, places South Carolina State at No. 1 in Division I FCS and Johnson C. Smith at the summit of Division II, signaling a breakthrough season for HBCU football.
The Cyclones will open against Creighton, travel to Northwestern, host a Memphis showdown in Sioux Falls and compete in the Players Era tournament, setting the stage for a challenging start to the season.
The SWAC revealed its 2026 preseason award winners, highlighting Alabama State's nine selections and Andrew Body's standout performance.
Fans can cast a vote each hour until noon on July 10, with nominees like Armond Adams and Reed Bridges showcasing impressive yardage and college interest.
The Clarion Ledger highlights the leading returning receivers across the MHSAA and MAIS classifications, showcasing their statistics, college interest and impact on the upcoming campaign.
After capturing the Southland Conference regular‑season title and scoring a historic win over a ranked side, the Northwestern State men’s soccer team faces a rugged 2026 schedule that begins with matches against Oklahoma, LSU and Houston.
The latest analysis spotlights standout players from the Mississippi Coast’s Class of 2027, highlighting their stats, recruitment trajectories, and the potential impact on next season’s landscape.
The Cowgirls' 2026 campaign begins with a home exhibition on Aug. 6, then travels to Alcorn State before a series of home fixtures, conference road trips and a final stretch that culminates in the Southland Conference Tournament in Commerce, Texas.
Texas Southern University is seeking a new head coach for its men's basketball team after Johnny Jones moved to LSU, a transition that highlights both the program's historic stability and the administrative changes reshaping its future.
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.