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Tennessee State University is reassessing its Division I men's hockey program amid budget pressures, even as the Nashville Predators remain supportive. A decision is expected within a month, with implications for other HBCUs.
Tennessee State University announces the 2026 Hall of Fame class, highlighting Brent Alexander’s storied career ahead of the Aug. 27 banquet.
Tennessee State University’s nascent men’s hockey program, delayed to 2026, hinges on securing long‑term financing amid a steep fiscal shortfall.
The Ohio Valley Conference announces its football programs will compete under the OVC banner beginning in 2026, ending a three‑year alliance with the Big South and rebranding eight member institutions for greater national visibility.
The university announced the hiring of Scott Holsopple, a coach with 28 years of experience across college football and basketball programs, to lead the men's basketball team's performance initiatives.
The Ohio Valley Conference announces a rebranding of its football league for the 2026 season, ending its partnership with the Big South and introducing a unified identity for its eight member institutions.
Tennessee State announced the signing of Arterio Morris, a versatile guard whose résumé includes stints at Texas, South Plains College and Bethune-Cookman, as the team looks to capitalize on its 2026 conference championship and NCAA Tournament berth.
Jason Slay has been hired as an assistant coach for the Cincinnati Bearcats men's basketball team, bringing a decade of coaching experience and a record of player development to the program.
Under head coach Kirby Smart, Georgia continues to excel, yet ESPN analyst Adam Rittenberg notes that the quarterback succession plan remains a key storyline heading into the Bulldogs' season opener against Tennessee State.
Tennessee State and Jackson State will meet on Aug. 29, 2026, at Vanderbilt’s FirstBank Stadium for the John A. Merritt Classic, reviving a storied rivalry that last played in Memphis and celebrating the coaching career of John Merritt.
The 2026 John A. Merritt Classic between Tennessee State and Jackson State will be played at Vanderbilt’s FirstBank Stadium after an NFL preseason game forced a venue change, with university leaders celebrating the event’s legacy.
Tennessee State and Jackson State will kick off their 2026 football campaign in Nashville, honoring a legendary coach and preserving a historic rivalry.
A letter signed by coaches across multiple sports was delivered to the university president, highlighting issues that threaten the future of Tennessee State's athletics
Tennessee State University has announced a seven‑player signing class for its women's basketball team, featuring a mix of Division I transfers, junior‑college stars, and internationally seasoned athletes.
Marcel Reed hosted a five‑day football camp at Wellborn Middle School, offering drills, a short scrimmage and plenty of personal interaction for campers aged five to sixteen.
Tennessee State secures 7‑foot‑1 center Aaron Bradshaw, a McDonald’s All‑American with a strong college résumé, aiming to boost its basketball program
An exploration of the ten greatest men's basketball players from South Jersey, celebrating their high school triumphs, college successes, and professional achievements.
An overview of ten South Jersey basketball standouts, their high school records, and how they translated those feats into professional and collegiate success.
Murray State finalizes a non‑conference schedule that blends renewals of long‑standing rivalries with first‑time matchups against power‑conference opponents, featuring notable guarantee payouts and neutral‑site contests.
John Cooper, a Kansas State assistant basketball coach from Kansas City, is using his local connections to help head coach Casey Alexander recruit top talent from the Kansas City area, emphasizing the program's history of developing NBA‑bound players.
Despite Black players comprising roughly half of college football rosters, only a dozen teams are led by Black head coaches. Recent hires and debuts signal a shifting landscape, driven by trailblazers at historically Black institutions and a broader push for diversity.
Collierville High School has appointed Erik Buggs as its new boys basketball coach, bringing a blend of collegiate playing history and diverse coaching experience to the program.
Collierville High School has appointed Erik Buggs as its new boys basketball coach, tapping a coach with extensive playing and coaching experience across multiple levels. He replaces Jarvis Stephen and inherits a program eager for renewed passion and leadership.
Cam McClellan and Bryce Irving will join nearby colleges, while flag‑football pioneer Kayla Hearns and cheerleader Elisa Augustave embark on distinct collegiate journeys.