
Eagles Fall in Season Opener to Texas Southern
The North Carolina Central Eagles opened their 2026 campaign with a 30‑42 defeat to Texas Southern, highlighted by Layne's dual‑threat performance and a blocked punt touchdown.
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The North Carolina Central Eagles opened their 2026 campaign with a 30‑42 defeat to Texas Southern, highlighted by Layne's dual‑threat performance and a blocked punt touchdown.

The PowHER Player Classic brings together North Carolina Central, Alabama A&M and Tennessee State in a first‑ever women’s basketball showcase hosted by South Carolina, blending competition with community service and NIL opportunities.

North Carolina Central University’s football team will debut the 2026 campaign against Texas Southern at W.W. Thorne Stadium, marking a milestone for both programs and highlighting key storylines around coaches, players and conference history.
The University of South Carolina will stage a November tournament featuring Alabama A&M, North Carolina Central and Tennessee State, spotlighting coaching legacies, NIL opportunities and a commitment to expanding pathways for young women in basketball.

Jennifer King, a trailblazing coach with NFL experience, has been named head coach of North Carolina Central University’s inaugural women’s flag football team, ushering a new competitive chapter for the school and its athletic conference.

Sheremy Dillard, a beloved girls basketball coach and educator, died at 57 in Raleigh. Her career spanned multiple schools, advocacy for equity, and mentorship that touched countless lives.

Senior cornerback Jason Chambers will use his fifth year of eligibility but enter the transfer portal, aiming to find a program where he can secure a more prominent role amid a reshaped secondary.

Quarterbacks, head coaches and defensive standouts shared their plans, personal updates and program goals during the 2026 FCS media days across the United States.

North Carolina Central University begins fall drills with high hopes after a third‑place finish last season, aiming to translate early progress into a conference championship.

The Boilermakers lose two starting tackles but bring in a mix of experienced transfers and fresh talent, while the NCAA's expanded eligibility window adds a new strategic dimension.

The Bears open training camp on July 28, 2026, with a roster that blends returning starters and a wave of newcomers, setting the stage for a season opener against North Carolina A&T on August 29.

South Carolina State enters the 2026 campaign as the preseason favorite, but North Carolina Central, Delaware State and a Mike Vick‑led Norfolk State squad could reshape the Mid‑Eastern Athletic Conference landscape.

Arkansas State University announced six new support staff members for the 2026‑27 season, each with a distinct background that promises to enrich the program’s operations and player development.

The university announced a series of appointments that bolster its men's basketball support staff, targeting growth in analytics, video analysis, and player development.

The Gardner‑Webb men's basketball program revealed a challenging non‑conference schedule that includes marquee road tests and key home games, aiming to prepare the team for the upcoming Big South season.
Iowa State announces a 2026‑27 non‑conference schedule that features exhibition games, a Vegas tournament appearance, and a mix of home and away contests against a diverse set of opponents.
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.

Bill Hayes’ football legacy is rooted in the HBCU tradition, where mentorship under Herman Riddick shaped a career that broke barriers and built championship programs.

After a standout college career and an undrafted free‑agent signing, Torricelli Simpkins is competing for a two‑deep role on the New Orleans Saints' offensive line heading into the 2026 season.

The controversy surrounding Lionel Messi’s diplomatic appearance with Inter Miami CF reveals how football in Argentina intertwines with democracy, class and national identity, while contrasting the apolitical stance of the current star with the politically charged legacy of Diego Maradona.

After stints abroad and in the corporate world, Donna Carr is back in the South, taking the helm of Georgia Southern’s women’s basketball program and guiding the next generation of talent.

Clayton State University names Carl Little as its new head men's basketball coach, highlighting his extensive coaching background, military service, and commitment to building a championship-caliber program.

The River Hawks have completed their coaching lineup ahead of the first season under Coach Finch, featuring seasoned assistants and a dedicated operations director.