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Perkins' dual role promises to fuse his championship pedigree with media experience, forging a new direction for Jackson State basketball in Mississippi.
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.
Kendrick Perkins, a 14‑year NBA veteran and ESPN analyst, has accepted the role of men’s basketball General Manager at Jackson State University, where he will also influence broadcast and journalism programs.
Kendrick Perkins, a 14‑year NBA veteran and current ESPN analyst, has accepted a combined administrative and media position at Jackson State University, where he will work alongside newly appointed head coach Trey Johnson.
Kendrick Perkins, a 2007-08 NBA champion and longtime ESPN analyst, has agreed to lead Jackson State’s men’s basketball program as general manager, bringing his championship experience and media presence to a university seeking a resurgence.
Kendrick Perkins, a 14‑year NBA veteran and ESPN analyst, has been appointed men's basketball general manager at Jackson State University. He will continue his analyst duties at ESPN and collaborate with head coach Trey Johnson and athletic director Ashley Robinson. The move reflects a broader shift of former NBA stars into collegiate administrative positions.
Kendrick Perkins, a 14‑year NBA veteran and longtime ESPN analyst, has been appointed men’s basketball general manager at Jackson State University, where he will blend front‑office duties with his broadcasting role and student mentorship.
Former NBA player Kendrick Perkins has accepted a dual role as general manager of Jackson State's men's basketball team while continuing his work as an ESPN analyst, aiming to revitalize the program after a challenging season.
Former NBA player Kendrick Perkins, a 2007‑08 league champion, has agreed to serve as Jackson State’s men’s basketball general manager while remaining on ESPN’s NBA coverage.
Kendrick Perkins, a former NBA champion and longtime ESPN analyst, has taken on a historic role at Jackson State University, becoming the school’s first ever men’s basketball general manager.
Jackson State University has appointed former NBA big man Kendrick Perkins as general manager of its men's basketball program, marking the latest high‑profile move by an HBCU to enlist a professional star in its athletic leadership.
Perkins, a 14‑year NBA veteran and 2008 champion, joins Jackson State as general manager to support first‑year coach Trey Johnson and bring his broadcasting expertise from ESPN to the university's program.
The new role blends Perkins’ championship pedigree with a commitment to student development and player branding at Jackson State.
Former NBA champion Kendrick Perkins is now the general manager of Jackson State University's men's basketball program, where he will also collaborate with the school's broadcast and journalism initiatives.
Former NBA big man Kendrick Perkins is set to step into a front‑office role unlike any he has held before, aiming to elevate Jackson State men’s basketball under new leadership.
The Tar Heels are preparing for a pivotal 2026 season under Bill Belichick, bolstered by a high‑profile recruiting class and strategic transfers.
Hudson Ingalsbe, a 4‑star recruit ranked 425th overall and 42nd among offensive tackles, chose the Tar Heels over a slate of powerhouse programs, adding depth to a class that already features cornerback Trey Johnson and quarterback Noah Spinks.
The SWAC men's and women's basketball tournaments will undergo a significant format change beginning with the 2027 season. The new bracket will feature only the top ten teams, with seed byes reshaping matchups and affecting Jackson State's recent performance and coaching transitions.
The SWAC announces a revamped postseason format beginning in 2027, limiting the tournament to the top ten teams and granting strategic byes to higher seeds, a change that could alter the path of Jackson State’s squads under new coaching leadership.
North Carolina Tar Heels are adding key transfers and 2027 prospects as they chase bowl eligibility and a sustainable future under new head coach Bill Belichick.
North Carolina’s 2026 season hinges on Coach Bill Belichick’s ability to translate a wave of commitments into wins, with quarterback Grant Sweeney’s visit spotlighting the Tar Heels’ recruiting momentum.
The Tar Heels have added a highly rated defensive back to their 2027 recruiting class, bringing the total commitments to five as they look to bounce back from a disappointing previous year.