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Incoming freshman Nick Keith is set to host a $30‑per‑camper basketball camp in Greensboro, blending skill development with HBCU heritage and mentorship.
Rajah Caruth’s second‑place finish at Iowa Speedway not only marked a personal best but also reshaped the playoff picture, narrowing the gap to the cutoff and priming him for a decisive race at Daytona.
Winston‑Salem State University plans to fill its stadium with 10,000 fans per home game in 2026 by shifting to night kick‑offs, expanding season ticket sales and leveraging community ties.
Early practices focus on fundamentals before adding pads, with coach Tory Woodbury praising the team's growing competitiveness and cohesion ahead of the August 29 season opener.
Rajah Caruth, a Winston‑Salem State graduate and one of NASCAR’s few Black drivers, sits 14th in the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series standings, just 20 points behind the final playoff spot, as the season’s final two races — including Daytona — loom.
Rajah Caruth, a Winston‑Salem State University graduate, is poised to clinch a playoff berth in the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series, trailing the cutoff by 20 points with two races left.
Graduate of Winston‑Salem State University and Chevrolet development driver Rajah Caruth is on the cusp of clinching a playoff berth in the NASCAR championship, needing a strong finish at Iowa Speedway and Daytona International Speedway to secure a spot.
With two races left, Caruth’s consistent top‑10 finishes and stage‑point opportunities keep his postseason hopes alive.
Graduate of Winston-Salem State University, Rajah Caruth sits 20 points behind the playoff cutoff with two crucial races ahead.
Graduate of Winston‑Salem State, Caruth is 14th in the standings with 547 points, just 20 behind the playoff cutoff, and will rely on strong performances at Iowa Speedway and Daytona International Speedway to clinch a spot.
The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association kicks off its 2026 football season with Media Day in Durham, North Carolina, as Winston‑Salem State aims to rise from a fifth‑place preseason poll.
Fourteen Tennessee State athletes earn preseason recognition across offense, defense and special teams, while the program is projected to finish eighth and contend against a favored UT Martin squad.
After two seasons at Winston‑Salem’s historic Bowman Gray Stadium, the NASCAR Clash will move back to Daytona International Speedway in 2027, bringing with it a series of infrastructure improvements that will continue to serve the local university and the broader community.
The NASCAR Clash will move back to Daytona International Speedway in 2027 after two years at Bowman Gray Stadium, where NASCAR’s investments boosted the venue and Winston‑Salem State University’s football program.
The NASCAR Clash will be staged at Daytona International Speedway in 2027, concluding a two‑year run at Bowman Gray Stadium that helped elevate Winston‑Salem State University’s football program and left lasting improvements for the community.
The NASCAR Clash will be staged at Daytona International Speedway again in 2027, ending its temporary run at Bowman Gray Stadium. The stadium’s recent improvements, funded during NASCAR’s management, will continue to serve Winston‑Salem State University and the broader region.
Coach Jay Butler has added 43 players, including standout transfers, and is building a developmental pipeline as the Rams chase a return to national relevance.
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.
Winston‑Salem State University is selling season tickets for the 2026 football season, offering a $40 discount compared with buying individual games.
From humble beginnings in 1976 to a legacy of championships and a coaching tree that continues to win, Bill Hayes' impact on Winston‑Salem State and the broader HBCU community is being recognized with a Hall of Fame nomination.
Projected as the 47th overall pick by the Phoenix Suns, Nkrumah's rise from Division III to the NBA Draft combine highlights a rare blend of skill and visibility for HBCU athletes.
Former NBA champion Kendrick Perkins joins Jackson State as a volunteer general manager, aiming to boost fundraising, media exposure, and NIL opportunities for the university’s basketball program, reflecting a broader trend of HBCUs tapping pro athletes as strategic advisors.
A look at how the legendary point guard’s career, marked by segregation-era brilliance, championship success, and lifelong battle with arthritis, continues to shape the Knicks’ legacy.
The third annual free football skills camp, organized by FITGANG@7GANG and Fast Twitch Academy, will be held on July 18 at Central Middle School, offering instruction from notable alumni and local standouts.