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FB Starts 1-0 for First Time Since 2019 With Win Over MVSU - Tennessee State UniversityNASHVILLE — Five different players reached the end zone as Tennessee State easily defeated Mississippi Valley State 41-21 on Saturday night at Nissan Stadium in

Ellis and Lowery Earn OVC-BS Week 1 Honors - Tennessee State UniversityNASHVILLE — Graduate quarterback Draylen Ellis and redshirt senior kicker James Lowery started the season on a high-note claiming the first set of OVC-Big South Weekly Awards after a 41-21 win over Mississippi Valley State last Saturday.

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Tennessee State University defeated Mississippi Valley State University 41-21 in its annual John A. Merritt Football Classic at Nissan Stadium. This was Head Coach Eddie George's first season-opening win. August 31, 2024 #merrittclassic #tsu #tsutigers #mvsu #deltadevils #nissanstadium #nashville #tennessee #hbcu #blackcollege #football #ncaa #ncaad1 #swac #bigsouthovc #eddiegeorge #hbcuclassic #aob #aristocratofbands #sophisticatedladies

Football Pulls Out Improbable Win Over Mercyhurst - Howard University AthleticsWASHINGTON (September 7, 2024) - Facing what appeared to be a disappointing home defeat, the Howard University football team scored five points in the last 41 seconds to snatch victory from the jaws of defeat, edging Mercyhurst, 32-31, in a wild nonconference game at Greene Stadium.

Scroggins Selected HBCU National Player of the Week - Howard University AthleticsFUQUAY-VARINA, N.C. (September 9, 2024) – Howard University redshirt sophomore Ja'Shawn Scroggins (Las Vegas) was selected BOXTOROW HBCU National Player of the Week after his incredible performance in the 32-31 come-from-behind victory over Mercyhurst Saturday (Sept. 7) at Greene Stadium. The announcement came Monday morning.

Howard University beat Mercyhurst 32-31 in a thriller for its first win of the season. September 7, 2024 #howard #howardu #bison #meac #washingtondc #dc #greenestadium #hbcu #blackcollege #football #ncaa #ncaad1

Tolbert Leads Football to Victory at the HBCU NYC Classic - Howard University AthleticsEAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (September 14, 2024) – Redshirt senior quarterback Jaylon Tolbert (Fort Lauderdale, Fla.) threw a career-high four touchdowns and the defense played its best game of the season as the Howard University football team defeated Morehouse College (MC) in the HBCU NYC Classic at MetLife Stadium in front of 31,174 spectators.

Three Bison Grab MEAC Football Weekly Honors - Howard University AthleticsNORFOLK, Va. (September 16, 2024) – The Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) uncovered its football weekly honors where Howard University saw three Bison recognized for their incredible performances at the HBCU NYC Classic in Newark, N.J. The announcement came Monday afternoon.

Howard University earned its second consecutive win by besting Morehouse College 35-21 in the HBCU NY Classic. September 14, 2024 #howard #howardu #bison #morehouse #morehousecollege #maroontigers #meac #siac #nyc #ny #metlifestadium #hbcu #blackcollege #football #ncaa #ncaad1 #ncaad2 #hbcuclassic #hbcunyclassic #nyclassic #houseoffunk #mchouseoffunk #morehousehof #hof #maroonmystique #morehousemaroonmystique #mahoganynmotion #morehousemnm #oohlala #hushowtimemb #howardushowtimemarchingband #howardshowtimemb #howardshowtimemarchingband #howardoohlala

Football Wins 35th Southern Heritage Classic 41-28 - Tennessee State UniversityMEMPHIS, Tenn. — Five different players reached the end zone as Tennessee State beat UAPB 41-28 on Saturday night inside Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium. The victory

Draylen Ellis and Sanders Ellis Each Claim Big South-OVC Weekly Awards - Tennessee State UniversityNASHVILLE — Tennessee State football graduate quarterback Draylen Ellis and freshman defensive lineman Sanders Ellis earned Big South-OVC weekly honors after the Tigers defeated Arkansas-Pine Bluff in the Southern Heritage Classic. D. Ellis was named Co-Offensive Player of the Week, while S. Ellis earned Co-Freshman of the Week.

Tennessee State beat the University of Arkansas-Pine Bluff 41-28 at the Southern Heritage Classic in Memphis. September 14, 2024 #HBCUClassic #HBCU #TSU #UAPB #Tigers #GoldenLions #Memphis #Tennessee #LibertyBowl #SimmonsBankLibertyStadium

Hampton Prevails in the Battle of the Real HU 27-20 over Howard - Hampton University AthleticsWASHINGTON, D.C. (Sept. 21, 2024) … The 100th meeting between Hampton (3-1) and Howard (2-2) was one for the books. Although Hampton never trailed, the game went down to the final few minutes before the Pirates notched a 27-20 win for their eighth consecutive win in the series.

Pirates Earn HBCU+ FCS National Award - Hampton University AthleticsHAMPTON, Va. (September 23, 2024) … Following a 27-20 triumph over longtime rival Howard, Hampton was selected Monday as the HBCU+ National Team of the Week for FCS college football games in Week 4 this past weekend.

Hampton University outlasted Howard University in the Truth & Service Classic, or Battle of the Real HU, 27-20. September 21, 2024 #HU #HamptonU #HowardU #Pirates #Bison #HBCU #HBCUClassic #WashingtonDC #DMV #100 #100Meeting

Gant's Late Game-Winning Touchdown Leads Football Over Charleston Southern - Tennessee State University

Sanders Ellis Claims Second BS-OVC Freshman of the Week - Tennessee State UniversityNASHVILLE — Tennessee State University Sanders Ellis claimed his second Big South-OVC Freshman of the Week.

Despite being dominated throughout the rain-soaked game by Charleston Southern's running game, Tennessee State prevailed using a last minute drive and last second touchdown to win 13-9 at home, September 28, 2024. #hbcu #ovc #bigsouth #tsu #tsutigers #tigers #nashville

Tuskegee Dominates Morehouse in the Tuskegee Morehouse Classic, Winning 42-0 - Tuskegee University AthleticsIn a display of dominance, the Tuskegee Golden Tigers football team defeated Morehouse 42-0 on Saturday at A.J. McClung Stadium in the historic Tuskegee Morehouse Classic, finding the endzone five times in the win.

Kaquan Kimber Named SIAC Defensive Player of the Week - Tuskegee University AthleticsFollowing last week's win, linebacker Kaquan Kimber has been honored as the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SIAC) Defensive Player of the Week for his outstanding performance in Tuskegee's commanding 42-0 victory over Morehouse on October 5.

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Tuskegee blanked Morehouse at the 85th Tuskegee Morehouse Classic in Columbus, Georgia 42-0, October 5, 2024.

Football Wins Third Straight on Homecoming 41-17 Over EIU - Tennessee State UniversityNASHVILLE — Six different players scored touchdowns as Tennessee State rolled past Eastern Illinois 41-17 on Saturday night at Nissan Stadium. The Tigers improved

Tennessee State celebrated Homecoming at Nissan Stadium with a big conference win over Eastern Illinois, 41-17, October 12, 2024.

Football Wins Homecoming 2.0 at Howard 27-14 - Tennessee State UniversityWASHINGTON, D.C. — In what might've been titled "Howard's 100th Homecoming", the fans on the visitors sidelines spoiled the festivities as Tennessee State defeated

Tigers Spoil Football Homecoming - Howard University AthleticsWASHINGTON (October 19, 2024) - The Howard University football team fell behind early and rallied twice to get to within one score, but a kick return TD proved to be a momentum changer and the difference as the Bison fell, 27-14, to Tennessee State University (TSU) before an overflow crowd of nearly 10,000 at William H. Greene Stadium.

Hollon Named 2024 William V. Campbell Trophy Finalist - Howard University AthleticsIRVING, Texas (October 23, 2024) – The National Football Foundation (NFF) and College Hall of Fame uncovered their finalists for the 2024 William V. Campbell Trophy where Howard University senior linebacker Terrance Hollon (Cleveland) was among the 16 recipients. The announcement came Wednesday morning.

Tennessee State traveled to Washington DC attempting to ruin Howard's 100th Homecoming Celebration. It succeeded by winning 27-14 and improving to 6-2 for Coach Eddie George's best start as the Tigers' head coach, October 19, 2024.

Alabama State Stings Alabama A&M in Thriller at Legion Field - Alabama State University AthleticsBIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- Alabama State used a huge 204-yard showing on the ground, including 156 yards from Daquon Kincey, to pick up a 27-19 win against Alabama A&M

Scarbrough Named SWAC Defensive Player of the Wee - Alabama State University AthleticsBIRMINGHAM, Ala. | Defensive Back Amon Scarbrough was named the Souwhestern Athletic Conference's Defensive Player of the Week on Monday.

Alabama State jumped out to a big lead through three quarters, but had to withstand a furious A&M onslaught to win 27-19 at Legion Field in Birmingham. This year's Magic City Classic was October 26, 2024.

Panthers Keep Title Game Hopes Alive After 36-28 Win Over Tuskegee - Clark Atlanta University AthleticsATLANTA, Ga. -- Clark Atlanta University dominated the Tuskegee Golden Tigers to secure a win in their final home game of the 2024 season. Panther Nation was especially thrilled with the performance of their Panthers, being that they have not won against Tuskegee since the 1995-1996 season - in 29 years. CAU played spectacularly on both sides of the ball. David Wright III completed 20 of 24 attempted passes for 299 yards, and Lacedric Foster was a defensive force with nine total tackles.

SIAC Football Weekly Honors: Nov. 5ATLANTA — The Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference announced its SIAC Football Players of the Week on Tuesday, Nov. 5, honoring student-athletes for impressive performances in games played last week. Alan Riggins (Clark Atlanta), Lashon Young (Miles), Daniel Gibbs (Fort Valley State) and Dray Duncan (Fort Valley State) were recognized.

Clark Atlanta won against Tuskegee for the first time since to 1995, 36-28, on Senior Day to remain in the hunt for the SIAC Championship Game. The win gave the Panthers a 5-2 conference record and tie for third place going into the final week of conference play. November 2, 2024

Panthers Move Into 1st Place in CIAA with 91-0 Win - Virginia Union University AthleticsVirginia Union University's football team tied a 108-year-old record by scoring 91 points as the Panthers defeated Bluefield State University 91-0 on Saturday, November 2, at Hovey Field in Richmond, Va.

VUU Clinches Spot in CIAA Football ChampionshipCharlotte, NC (Nov. 5, 2024) - With week 9 of football in the rearview and a pivotal week 10 on the horizon, one team in the conference has solidified a spot in the 2024 CIAA Football Championship with others in tight contention.

Virginia Union punched its ticket into the CIAA Championship Game by blanking Bluefield State 91-0 at home on November 2, 2024.

Panthers Advance to SIAC Title Game After a Huge Win Over Rival Morehouse College - Clark Atlanta University AthleticsATLANTA, Ga. – In one of the most storied rivalries in collegiate athletics, the Clark Atlanta Panthers (7-2-1) marched into B.T. Harvey Stadium and trounced the Morehouse College Maroon Tigers (1-9) 28-17 in the 2024 Battle of the Big Cats. With the win, Clark Atlanta advances to the 2024 SIAC Championship Game against Miles College next Saturday, November 16 at Sloan-Alumni Stadium.

Wright III Named SIAC Player of the Year, Eight Players Earn SIAC Football Postseason Honors - Clark Atlanta University AthleticsATLANTA, Ga. – The Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference announced their 2024 Football Postseason Honors. Eight Panthers were selected for postseason accolades, including David Wright III earning SIAC Most Valuable Player.

Clark Atlanta punched its ticket into the SIAC Championship Game by beating rival Morehouse College 28-17, November 9, 2024 in Atlanta.

Virginia State Co-CIAA regular season championship with win against Panthers; sets up rematch with Union in Salem - Virginia State University AthleticsEttrick, Va. (Nov. 9, 2024)- The Virginia State (7-3, 6-1) football team defeated Virginia Union (7-3, 6-1) 35-28 to end the season as co-champions of the CIAA and set up a rematch next week in the championship game.

Williams named HBCU National Co-Player of the Week - Virginia State University AthleticsFuquay-Varina, NC - Virginia State Quarterback Romelo Williams has been named HBCU National Co-Player of the Week by BOXTOROW. Williams, a graduate student from Miramar, Fla., completed 14-of-23 passes (61 percent) for 294 yards with three touchdowns and carried the ball another 10 times for 55 yards and a score as the Trojans defeated rival Virginia Union 35-28 to secure their spot in the CIAA championship game. The Trojans will face the defending champion Panthers again on Saturday in the championship game. His 344 yards of total offense was the most he has had this season.

Virginia State upended rival Virginia Union 35-28 on November 9, 2024 to clinch a share of the CIAA title and a place in the CIAA Championship Game against VUU. The win also gave the Trojans the tie-breaker and number one seed.

SIAC announces 2024 Football All-Conference honorsATLANTA — The Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference announced its 2024 Football All-SIAC teams and individual honorees on Tuesday, as voted by the conference’s head coaches and sports information directors.

2024 CIAA Football Championship Preview and End of the Year AwardsCharlotte, N.C. - The 2024 CIAA football regular season was exciting from start to finish, culminating with tomorrow's championship game that'll feature #1 Virginia State University and #2 Virginia Union University. Throughout the season, many student-athletes shined bright, however only six (and one coach) were able to walk away with end of the year honors.

Both NCAA D2 HBCU Conferences announced their superlatives.

South Carolina State Qualifies for the 2024 Cricket Celebration Bowl for the Second Time - South Carolina State University AthleticsThe 2024 Cricket Celebration Bowl – to be played Saturday, Dec. 14, at noon ET at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta and broadcast live on ABC – has identified its first participants Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) college football champion South Carolina State Bulldogs, (8-2, 4-0 MEAC) defeated rival Morgan State University 54-7 on Saturday to earn their second invitation to the bowl in program history. They will play the champion of the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC).

SC State Makes Debut In The Prestigious Stats Perform FCS Top 25 Poll - South Carolina State University AthleticsFor the 11th straight week, at least one team has entered the Stats Perform FCS Top 25 Poll for the first time in the 2024 season. This time, it's No. 23 South Carolina State, which is headed to the Celebration Bowl as the MEAC champion, and No. 25 Eastern Kentucky, which is in the mix for an FCS at-large playoff bid.

Football Score Recap, Nov. 16; South Carolina State wins 2024 MEAC Championship TitleNo. 23 South Carolina State def. Morgan State -

SC State's Chennis Berry Named AFCA Region 2 Coach of the Year - South Carolina State University AthleticsNORFOLK, Va. - South Carolina State University head football coach Chennis Berry was named the American Football Coaches Association's (AFCA) 2024 FCS Region 2 Coach of the Year as announced by the organization Tuesday.

South Carolina State clinched the MEAC title and earned a spot in the 2024 Celebration Bowl against the SWAC representative by dominating Morgan State 54-7 November 16, 2024.

Virginia Union University Claims 2024 CIAA Football Championship for Second Consecutive Season Charlotte, N.C. - #1 Virginia State and #2 Virginia Union faced off in the 2024 CIAA Football championship Saturday evening in their home state. The game was exciting throughout and came down to the final drive, however for the second straight season, Virginia Union came out as champions for a second-consecutive season, winning the game 17-13.

VUU Wins Second Straight CIAA Championship - Virginia Union University AthleticsVirginia Union University's Jada Byers rushed for 178 yards and a touchdown as VUU defeated Virginia State University 17-13 in the CIAA Football Championship on Saturday, November 16, in Salem, Va.

VUU To Face Wingate in NCAA Football Playoffs - Virginia Union University AthleticsVirginia Union University will face Wingate University in the first round of the NCA Division II Football Playoffs at 1:00 p.m. On Saturday, November 23, in Wingate, N.C., it was announced on Sunday, November 17.

Virginia Union defeated Virginia State 17-13 in the CIAA Championship Game November 16, 2024 and earned a spot in the NCAA D2 National Championship Tournament.

CHAMPS AGAIN! Golden Bears take down CAU for SIAC title - Miles College AthleticsFor the first time since 2019, Miles sits atop the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference football universe.

Miles Golden Bears take down Clark Atlanta for SIAC title, 53-25FAIRFIELD, Ala. — For the first time since 2019, Miles sits atop the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference football universe.

Miles to host opening round of NCAA Division II PlayoffsFor the first time in school history, Miles has been selected to host a game in the NCAA Division II football tournament.

Miles dominated Clark Atlanta 53-25 to win the SIAC Championship Game and a spot in the NCAA D2 Championship Tournament November 16, 2024.

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