UTRGV Vaqueros Earn Historic Preseason Recognition in FCS Top 25 Poll
UTRGV Vaqueros earn preseason votes in the FCS Top 25 Poll, marking a historic milestone for the program as they prepare for a promising season.
Aug 3, 2026
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Norfolk State Revives Rivalry with Delaware State at Lincoln Financial Field
Norfolk State University will meet Delaware State University at Lincoln Financial Field on October 31, 2026, marking the return of the Spartans to a stadium that once hosted a landmark matchup. The game highlights the growing prominence of black college football.
Jul 28, 2026
Jackson State Football Ranks Third in Historic Black College Football Poll
Jackson State’s football team climbs to No. 3 in the inaugural Black College Football Poll, reflecting a 9‑3 season and conference triumph.
Jul 28, 2026
MEAC Announces Live Broadcast of ‘The Pivot’ Podcast from 2026 Football Media Day
The Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference will stream a special live episode of the popular sports podcast 'The Pivot' from its 2026 Football Media Day in Baltimore, featuring head coaches and marking the start of the conference's 56th season.
Jul 27, 2026
Alabama State Hornets Climb to No. 4 in Historic Preseason Black College Football Poll
The Alabama State Hornets have been ranked fourth in the inaugural Preseason Black College Football Poll, reflecting their 10‑2 record and the growing influence of HBCU programs.
Jul 27, 2026
SWAC Extends ESPN Deal Through 2031, Launches New Streaming Platform
The Southwestern Athletic Conference has renewed its partnership with ESPN, guaranteeing a decade‑long broadcast schedule and expanding digital access through a dedicated streaming service.
Jul 25, 2026
MEAC Predicts 2026 Football Standings and Honors Top Players
The Mid‑Eastern Athletic Conference released its 2026 preseason football honors, naming South Carolina State the favorite and recognizing Chance Peterson and Jordan Franklin as Offensive and Defensive Players of the Year.
Jul 24, 2026
Morgan State Bears Earn Eight Preseason All-MEAC Honors
Morgan State University announced that eight of its student-athletes have been selected to the 2026 Preseason All-MEAC Team, highlighting both first-team and second-team honorees and setting the stage for the upcoming campaign.
Jul 24, 2026
MEAC Unveils Star‑Studded Roster for 2026 Football Media Day
The Mid‑Eastern Athletic Conference announced the student‑athletes and coaches slated to attend its 2026 Football Media Day, set for July 21 at Baltimore’s M&T Bank Stadium, with live coverage on ESPN+.
Jul 13, 2026
MEAC Leads Inaugural 2026 Black College Football Preseason Rankings
The first-ever Black College Football Preseason Poll, sanctioned by the MEAC, SWAC, CIAA and SIAC, places three Mid‑Eastern Athletic Conference teams in the top six, highlighting the growing national prominence of HBCU football.
Jul 10, 2026
Al Holland Sr., Beloved A&T Baseball Legend, Passes Away at 73
Al Holland Sr., a College Baseball Hall of Famer and longtime figure in the sport, died this week at 73. His legacy endures at North Carolina A&T and across Major League Baseball.
Jul 7, 2026
Al Holland Sr., Legendary Aggie Pitcher, Dies at 73
Al Holland Sr., a towering figure in American baseball, died on July 4, 2026, at the age of 73, leaving behind a legacy that spanned both collegiate and professional ranks.
Jul 6, 2026
FAMU Football’s Legendary Coaching Legacies: From Gaither to Simmons
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.
Jul 2, 2026
Marquis Grissom Earns 2026 College Baseball Hall of Fame Induction
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.
Jun 22, 2026
Dave Clark and Marquis Grissom Join College Baseball Hall of Fame Class of 2026
The College Baseball Hall of Fame announces the induction of Dave Clark and Marquis Grissom, honoring their extraordinary contributions to the game and the lasting impact of HBCU baseball.
Jun 19, 2026
MEAC Launches Fourth Annual Girls on the Gridiron Flag Football Clinic
The Mid‑Eastern Athletic Conference, together with the NFL and Morgan State University, will host its fourth consecutive Girls on the Gridiron flag‑football clinic on July 19, 2026, at Hughes Stadium in Baltimore, offering free training, gear and a pathway into the growing sport.
Jun 19, 2026
UMES Revives Football with Women’s Flag Program
Maryland Eastern Shore University (UMES) will launch a women's flag football team for the 2026‑27 athletic year, reviving football after its 1979 discontinuation. The move leverages the sport's rapid rise, the MEAC's new championship status, and the game's upcoming Olympic debut.
Jun 17, 2026
MEAC Pioneers Women’s Flag Football as Varsity Sport
The Mid‑Eastern Athletic Conference will sponsor women's flag football as a varsity sport in 2026‑27, host its first conference championship in 2027 and become the first Division I league to do so, a milestone that aligns with the sport's Olympic debut in 2028.
Jun 17, 2026
MEAC Adds Women’s Flag Football and Golf to Championship Lineup
The Mid‑Eastern Athletic Conference announced the addition of women's flag football and women's golf as championship sports, set to begin competition in the 2026‑27 academic year, a move championed by Commissioner Sonja Stills.
Jun 16, 2026
Ian Wheeler’s MVP Performance Powers Louisville Kings to Historic UFL Championship
In a thrilling comeback at Audi Field, quarterback Ian Wheeler led the Louisville Kings to their first United Football League title, earning MVP honors while balancing a promising medical career.
Jun 14, 2026
Olivia Gaines Takes the Helm of North Carolina Central Women’s Basketball
New head coach Olivia Gaines brings a winning record, a mentor‑shaped philosophy, and a vision for holistic development to North Carolina Central’s women’s basketball program.
Jun 11, 2026
MEAC Opens Media Credential Applications for 2026 Football Media Day
The Mid‑Eastern Athletic Conference announces that media credential applications are open for its 2026 Football Media Day, scheduled for July 21 at Baltimore’s M&T Bank Stadium. The event will provide unprecedented access to interview coaches, student‑athletes and administrators, while showcasing preseason all‑conference teams and award recipients.
Jun 10, 2026
Rudy Hubbard, Nick Collins, and Steve Wyche Inducted into the Black College Football Hall of Fame
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.
Jun 10, 2026
MEAC Announces 2026 Football Media Day with The Pivot Podcast
The Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference will gather coaches, players and media at Baltimore’s M&T Bank Stadium on July 21, featuring The Pivot podcast and a slate of storylines that promise an exciting 2026 football season.
Jun 10, 2026