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After a standout collegiate career, Jakobi Heady has signed a professional contract with Basketball Club Oostende in Belgium, bringing his All‑SWAC accolades and statistical dominance to Europe.
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.
Despite being picked fourth in the SWAC East and lacking any All‑SWAC preseason selections, the Florida A&M Rattlers are using the skepticism surrounding their program as motivation for a turnaround under new head coach Quinn Fordham Gray Sr.
Top prospects from Vanguard High School announce their college destinations, highlighting a busy recruitment cycle.
The inaugural Black College Football preseason poll places Florida A&M at No. 10, following a 5‑7 season and the hiring of Gray, who will be joined by quarterback Isaiah Knowles and defensive end Antonio Camon Jr. at SWAC Media Day.
The Rattlers open the 2026 season without any preseason All‑SWAC representatives, yet standout players and a new head coach set the stage for a competitive campaign.
The Southwestern Athletic Conference revealed its 2026 preseason football selections and individual award winners, spotlighting standout performances that set the tone for a season opening on August 27.
Jacksonville University announced the hiring of Monterika Warren, a decorated former player and coach, to lead recruiting and assist the program’s continued rise after a historic ASUN Tournament victory.
GCU’s baseball program announces the addition of four new players, highlighting their collegiate achievements and international experience ahead of the 2027 season.
The former SWAC Relief Pitcher of the Year will join 335 prospects in Phoenix for the 2026 MLB Draft Combine, a stepping stone toward the draft that will unfold during All‑Star Week in Philadelphia.
George Mason University announced that head coach Vanessa Blair-Lewis will remain at the helm through the 2031‑32 season, capping a tenure marked by record wins, conference titles and unprecedented fan support.
Thomas Wadsworth, a redshirt senior tight end for the UCF Knights, blends limited on‑field production with strong leadership as the team prepares for a key 2026 campaign.
The Black College Football Hall of Fame honored three distinguished figures — coach Rudy Hubbard, safety Nick Collins, and journalist Steve Wyche — for their enduring impact on the sport and its coverage.
After failing to qualify for the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2011, LSU is reshaping its 2027 roster by courting polished hitters in the portal, with Bethune‑Cookman star Michael Rodriguez drawing particular interest.
The university reveals a full slate of televised matchups, including ESPN Network dates, HBCU GO streaming events, and key rivalries that will showcase the program across multiple platforms.
Florida A&M's 2026 season includes a heavy broadcast slate, new head coach Quinn Fordham Gray Sr., and high‑profile games against Miami, South Carolina State and Bethune‑Cookman.
A recap of Bethune‑Cookman’s remarkable 38‑win campaign, its SWAC regular‑season crown and the dramatic conference tournament loss to Arkansas‑Pine Bluff.
Arkansas‑Pine Bluff erased a five‑run deficit with a seven‑run eighth inning to defeat Bethune‑Cookman 13‑8, ending the Wildcats’ 38‑20 season.
Bethune‑Cookman survived a late Grambling surge to win 7‑6, highlighted by Erick Almonte’s grand slam and Pablo Torres’s fifth‑save effort.
Arkansas-Pine Bluff overcame a five-run deficit, weather interruptions and a late insurance run to defeat Bethune-Cookman 6-4 in the opening round of the 2026 SWAC Baseball Tournament.
A sudden downpour halted the game in the ninth inning, but Zach Wieder’s clutch hit sparked an upset that reshapes the tournament bracket.
The 2026 SWAC Baseball Tournament opened with dramatic comebacks and dominant performances at Rickwood Field, setting the stage for upcoming winner‑bracket clashes.
Bethune-Cookman enters the SWAC Tournament as the No. 1 seed after a record-breaking 37-win season, aiming for an NCAA Tournament spot.
Cornell University has hired Amber Easter as assistant coach and recruiting coordinator, tapping a career that spans multiple programs and a strong playing background at George Mason.