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First DI HBCU women’s wrestling program lands recruit. She is an Olympic hopeful

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The first NCAA Division I HBCU women’s wrestling program has signed its first athlete. Delaware State has announced the commitment of Louise Juitt of Belton, Missouri, as the program’s first wrestler. Juitt, ranked No. 3 among 140-lb. female wrestlers in America, was named the Kansas City Star’s female student athlete of the year for 2024-25 […]

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Delaware State gets $20 million boost in athletic facility funding

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Delaware State’s Athletics Transformation Project received a significant boost by passing the 2025-26 fiscal year state budget. The university received $20 million for a multipurpose field house to help the football team and other athletic programs recruit battles against schools with more modern facilities. “It’s going to inject a lot of energy and goodwill into

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Schools can now officially pay athletes. Here’s how HBCUs can compete

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July 1 marks the dawning of a new day in college sports While school is out for the summer and athletes and coaches are preparing to return to action, HBCU administrators are facing a new challenge. Schools can now officially offer financial compensation to athletes, with the settlement of the landmark House vs. NCAA court

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‘Disheartened’ HBCU gymnast expresses disappointment in Fisk ending program

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Naimah Muhammad is proud of her place in history as a part of the Fisk gymnastics team, the first in HBCU sports. However, she’s not pleased with the way the program is ending after just four seasons. “I’m disheartened, I’m discouraged, I’m angry and I’m mad,” Muhammad said during a recent Instagram live video. Muhammad

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The first D1 HBCU with women’s wrestling has a national championship coach

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The first HBCU with a women’s wrestling program now has a coach to lead the way. Delaware State University has announced that Kenya Sloan, a former NAIA national champion and assistant coach at Sacred Heart, will become the first head coach in Hornets women’s wrestling history. Breaking News Kenya Sloan Named the first Head Women’s

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Fisk expected to discontinue trailblazing HBCU gymnastics team

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The HBCU gymnastics world will soon be down to one team following the 2026 season as Fisk announced they will discontinue their gymnastics program, according to a report by College Gym News. “While we are tremendously proud of the history our gymnastics team has made in just three years, we look forward to focusing on

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Rajah Caruth, rising NASCAR driver, gets support from actress Marsai Martin

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In a story that bridges the fast-paced world of professional motorsports and Hollywood’s bright lights, NASCAR driver Rajah Caruth and actress Marsai Martin are a rising couple. Caruth has quickly become one of NASCAR’s most promising young talents. Competing full-time in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series for Spire Motorsports, Caruth made headlines with his historic

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Winston-Salem State grad hits winner’s circle in NASCAR-sponsored event

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Winston-Salem State alum Rajah Caruth is back in the winner’s circle in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series. Caruth held off Corey Heim and Layne Riggs over the final 15 laps to win Friday night’s Rackley Roofing 200 at Nashville Superspeedway. “I didn’t expect that at all — those guys were breathing down my neck the

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Alabama State claims prestigious SWAC Commissioner’s Cup for 2024-25 season

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Alabama State reigns supreme as the SWAC’s top all-around athletics program. Wednesday afternoon, ASU was announced as the conference’s annual winner of the James Frank Commissioner’s Cup, an award given to the school with the best performances in league-sponsored sports. ASU compiled a total score of 163 points, winning the Sadie McGee/Barbara Jacket award for

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Howard University alum Stan Verrett leaving ESPN this summer

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A Howard University alum, long respected in sports journalism circles, is moving on this summer. Stan Verrett, who hosted the Los Angeles edition of ESPN’s flagship show SportsCenter, will not have his contract renewed when it expires in June, according to a report from Front Office Sports. “We’re grateful for Stan’s many contributions and all

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