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Johnson C. Smith ends 55-year CIAA championship drought in dominant fashion

For the first time since 1969, the Johnson C. Smith Golden Bulls sit atop the CIAA football mountain, beating Virginia Union 45-21 in the conference title game. Though this is Johnson C. Smith’s second CIAA championship in school history, this is their first in the championship game era, losing in the inaugural game in 1970 […]

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Albany State claims SIAC championship with 22-16 win over Benedict

The Albany State Golden Rams are on top of the SIAC once again, taking down the Benedict Tigers 22-16 in the championship game. This is Albany State’s first SIAC championship since 2021, extending its perfect record against Division II opponents to 10-0 this season (10-1 overall). It also marks the Golden Rams’ second win over

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Norfolk State drops to 1-10 under Michael Vick after loss to Morgan State

Morgan State’s three-game losing streak is now a thing of the past. Redshirt freshman QB Raymond Moore III‘s one-yard keeper with six minutes left in the fourth quarter was the difference as the Bears defeated Norfolk State 35-28. The win is the Bears’ first MEAC triumph of the season and their first overall since their 44-6

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South Carolina State remains undefeated in MEAC play. Here’s how they did it.

South Carolina State had to sweat out a goal-line stand but still found a way to remain undefeated in MEAC play. Josh Shaw’s 30-yard touchdown run with 1:51 left in the fourth quarter broke a 27-all tie to give the Bulldogs a 34-27 win over rival North Carolina Central to move to 4-0 in MEAC

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5 Games to Watch in Week 12 of the HBCU football season

Week 12 of the HBCU football season is highlighted by a pair of championship games in the two HBCU Division II conferences. The MEAC has a pair of contests that could set up an unofficial championship game next weekend, while the SWAC hosts a East division matchup that could shake up the standings. Here are

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Savannah State head football coach Aaron Kelton steps down after 4 seasons

After four seasons as head coach of the Savannah State football team, Aaron Kelton has officially announced his decision to resign from his role effective immediately. “I would like to thank the players, coaches, alumni, and Savannah Community for the support they have given over the last four years,” said Kelton in an official statement

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Does South Carolina State own NC Central? Bulldogs have become MEAC nemesis

North Carolina Central has built a legacy of success under head coach Trei Oliver, but one persistent obstacle has dogged the Eagles’ quest for MEAC dominance: South Carolina State. As these two storied programs prepare for another high-stakes collision this weekend, the pressure is palpable for Oliver’s squad to turn the tide in a rivalry

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HBCU Chris-tal ball: Championships to be decided in Week 12

HBCU Football Week 12 gives us championship games, key conference battles and maybe a surprise or two. Your friendly neighborhood HBCU football prognosticator has your predictions for what promises to be a fun weekend of football. As usual, before we pick this week’s game, let’s look back at Week 11’s predictions. Week 11 Record: 23-8

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DeSean Jackson, Cam Newton say Bethune-Cookman-Grambling brawl hurt HBCUs

Delaware State head football coach DeSean Jackson didn’t mince words when asked about the recent on-field brawl between Grambling State and Bethune-Cookman, saying the fight “looked like something out of the streets.” “That’s some stuff I see in the streets,” Jackson told former NFL running back and current Delaware State running backs coach Clinton Portis

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