Florida A&M Rattlers Gear for 2026‑27 with Massive Roster Revamp
A look at the new talent influx and returning faces shaping the Rattlers' upcoming season.
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A look at the new talent influx and returning faces shaping the Rattlers' upcoming season.

Camden Cooper, a 4-star shooting guard from Jacksonville, has pledged to Florida A&M, reclassifying from the Class of 2028 to 2027. His arrival marks the highest-rated recruit in program history and promises to reshape the Rattlers' competitive outlook.

Camden Cooper, a four-star shooting guard from Jacksonville, announced his commitment to Florida A&M University, choosing the Rattlers over offers from Florida State and Texas A&M. His decision, coupled with the reclassification that places him in the Class of 2027, marks a pivotal moment for FAMU basketball and underscores the growing influence of HBCU programs in national recruiting.
Four-star recruit Camden Cooper announced his pledge to Florida A&M University, turning down offers from Florida State, Texas A&M and other top programs, and will graduate a year early to join the Rattlers.

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The Hurricanes will try to stay perfect when they meet the Seminoles at Hard Rock Stadium, with coach Mike Norvell’s squad facing critical questions on both sides of the ball.

The New York Knicks will meet the San Antonio Spurs in Game 5 of the 2026 NBA Finals on Tuesday night, with the franchise poised to capture its first championship in more than five decades. The series revives the memory of the 1999 rematch and highlights enduring connections to Tennessee volunteers.

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Florida State University prepares for a demanding second season under head coach Luke Loucks, highlighted by high‑profile transfers, a tough non‑conference slate and a pivotal matchup against Tennessee in the ACC/SEC Challenge.
Former Heisman Trophy quarterback Charlie Ward, now head coach of Florida A&M, will run his inaugural team basketball camp from June 5 to June 7, featuring six games per team, certified referees, and hands‑on coaching by staff and current Rattler players.

Florida State will begin the 2026‑27 campaign on Nov. 2 in Tampa, facing Florida A&M in a matchup that underscores a long‑standing rivalry and brings the program close to coach Luke Loucks' hometown.

Florida State kicks off its 2026‑27 campaign in Tampa as part of the Orion180 Tip‑Off Classic, with coach Luke Loucks emphasizing the program’s growth and community ties.

The Seminoles open the new season on Nov. 2 in Tampa, facing Florida A&M in a doubleheader that also features Florida and Miami, marking a milestone for the program and its coach.

After a dramatic Game 7 victory, the San Antonio Spurs are back in the NBA Finals for the first time since 2019, driven by the emergence of rookie sensation Devin Vassell, a Florida State alumnus poised to make history.

Florida State’s basketball team, riding the momentum of a strong previous season, will open its 2026‑27 campaign against Florida A&M in Tampa, marking the first regular‑season matchup between the programs since 1991 and featuring former FSU star Charlie Ward now leading the Rattlers.

After a standout season, the Florida State Seminoles will begin their 2026‑27 campaign against Florida A&M in Tampa, marking the first regular‑season clash since 1991. The game is part of a doubleheader that also features the Florida Gators and Miami Hurricanes, with former FSU star Charlie Ward now leading the Rattlers.

The upcoming basketball clash between Florida State and Florida A&M in Tampa marks a long‑awaited reunion, highlighting a doubleheader that also pits the Seminoles against the Hurricanes. The game follows a preseason exhibition where FAMU coach Charlie Ward had his jersey retired, reigniting talk of annual matchups.

Florida State and Florida A&M will open the 2026‑27 basketball season in Tampa, renewing a rivalry that last saw action in 1991 and marking the first meeting since Charlie Ward transitioned to coaching.

Florida State and Florida A&M will kick off the 2026‑27 basketball season with a Tampa showdown, reviving a rivalry that dates back to a 1991 brawl‑filled exhibition.