With interim tag still in place, Will Jones moves ahead as A&T basketball coach https://t.co/xFMMjZaTjE via @NewsandRecord
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 30, 2020
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Thursday, April 30, 2020
With interim tag still in place, Will Jones moves ahead as A&T basketball coach
In these times of uncertainty, one thing is certain: We Are Rattlers.
In these times of uncertainty, one thing is certain: We Are Rattlers.
— FloridaA&MUniversity (@FAMU_1887) April 4, 2020
Support our legacy: https://t.co/3Ooqyj4kdZ. #WeAreRattlers pic.twitter.com/eAciSqIgIu
2020 Vision: Beckford Earns MIAA High Point Scorer Award
#2020Vision - Beckford Earns MIAA Championship High Point Scorer Award: https://t.co/CO8y9FEd7q#TrueBlue #miaatf pic.twitter.com/7v8WEaFuT7
— Lincoln University (Missouri) Athletics (@GoBlueTigers) April 30, 2020
Service Arrangements Announced for Marino Casem
Service Arrangements Announced for Marino Casem https://t.co/Sgw9xoXgAI
— Alcorn Sports (@BRAVESSPORTS) April 30, 2020
Chargers hiring Pep Hamilton as quarterbacks coach
The #Chargers are hiring Pep Hamilton as their new QBs coach, per a source.
— Daniel Popper (@danielrpopper) April 30, 2020
Story: https://t.co/8cJDJT5Bwn
With two signees and a large returning cast, SU women anxious to see what 2020-21 season brings
With two signees and a large returning cast, SU women anxious to see what 2020-21 season brings https://t.co/vUQ0sYsYSc via @theadvocatebr
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 30, 2020
COC’s Defensive Back Vukobradovich Commits to North Carolina Central University
COC’s Defensive Back Vukobradovich Commits to North Carolina Central University https://t.co/e73a6LgKrj
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 30, 2020
FAMU employees will continue to work remotely through May 15, President Robinson says
FAMU employees will continue to work remotely through May 15, President Robinson says https://t.co/qcKtUk9A9F
— Tallahassee Democrat (@TDOnline) April 30, 2020
ECSU Vikings Release 2020 Football Schedule
Vikings Release 2020 Football Schedule https://t.co/M3QL70o0Sd
— ECSU Athletics (@ECSUVikings) April 29, 2020
Southern men's basketball adds height, skill with transfer-dominated signing class
Southern men's basketball adds height, skill with transfer-dominated signing class https://t.co/mZFwhG5wSW via @theadvocatebr
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 30, 2020
2020 Conference Wrap: SWAC
2020 Conference Wrap: SWAC (from @d1baseball) https://t.co/Z8o7oOyJH2
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 30, 2020
Packers roll out rookie free agent class
Packers roll out rookie free agent class https://t.co/elAUBvKB9u
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 30, 2020
Wednesday, April 29, 2020
BCU Hoops Announces Five Signees
@BCUHoops Announces Five Signees https://t.co/lHy2mDtjOx— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 29, 2020
NCCU 2019-20 Athletics Highlight Video
HIGHLIGHT VIDEO from 2019-20 #NCCU Athletics season. #EaglePride #EagleEra
— NCCU Athletics (@NCCUAthletics) April 29, 2020
Watch:https://t.co/xJq4qHhUAL
Tigers Rolling on Recruiting Trail With Signing of Zeke Quinlan
JSU Men’s Basketball is happy to announce the signing of @MSUBobcatsMBB transfer Zeke Quinlan as the newest addition to the Jackson State Family.
— Jackson State Athletics (@GoJSUTigers) April 28, 2020
Welcome to the family!
📖 | https://t.co/nca8YSxxR7#BleedTheeBlue x #ProtectTheeBlock pic.twitter.com/dRa9TfDrWW
Congratulations to Kierstin Hensley for being named an All-American by @ITA_Tennis ! She becomes the first All-American tennis player in WVSU history.
W-🎾: Congratulations to Kierstin Hensley for being named an All-American by @ITA_Tennis! She becomes the first All-American tennis player in school history.
— WVSU Athletics (@WVSU_GoJackets) April 28, 2020
📰 https://t.co/VADmYewtYl#GoSTATE pic.twitter.com/X67tjLiN2b
How COVID-19 curtailed HBCU football players’ chances of getting signed to an NFL team
How COVID-19 curtailed HBCU football players’ chances of getting signed to an NFL team https://t.co/hCReqFW8N2
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 29, 2020
Florida A&M University students will soon receive CARES Act funds
Florida A&M University students will soon receive CARES Act funds https://t.co/aLYl83Ehpc
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 29, 2020
Jackson ‘motor’ top NBA weapon
Jackson ‘motor’ top NBA weapon https://t.co/ykv8Np7okj
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 29, 2020
Liberty/N.C. A&T sets kickoff time for home football game in 2020
Liberty sets kickoff times for home football games in 2020https://t.co/R0QqCyA9l1 pic.twitter.com/05FzXQ0fGQ
— FBSchedules.com (@FBSchedules) April 22, 2020
Delaware State, ETSU schedule 2021-22 home-and-home football series
Delaware State, ETSU schedule 2021-22 home-and-home football serieshttps://t.co/OegalVbS4j pic.twitter.com/LfCtVlQdUQ
— FBSchedules.com (@FBSchedules) April 29, 2020
Tuesday, April 28, 2020
Shouppe: Rattlers' season ended as club was starting to 'play our best baseball'
Shouppe: Rattlers' season ended as club was starting to 'play our best baseball' https://t.co/UiJhnBAZSh— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 28, 2020
Hicks, Skurzynski named NTCA Honorable Mention All-American
Hicks, Skurzynski named NTCA Honorable Mention All-American https://t.co/a3S7XBarrM
— Hawk Bowling 🎳 (@ESHawksBowling) April 13, 2020
Olive Branch’s Wilson signs for Alabama State
Olive Branch’s Wilson signs for Alabama State https://t.co/69ZpeTxcxq via @desototimes
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 28, 2020
We are saddened to hear of the loss of former EWC Head Men's Basketball Coach, Arthur "Buster" Harvey
We are saddened to hear of the loss of former EWC Head Men's Basketball Coach, Arthur "Buster" Harvey. Harvey spent 7 seasons at EWC, compiled a 135-78 record, won multiple EIAC championships and led EWC to 2 NAIA National Tournament Appearances. Our prayers are with his family. pic.twitter.com/GSol4JGRYL
— Edward Waters Athletics (@EWCAthletics) April 27, 2020
Monday, April 27, 2020
Gold Nuggets' Tarniesha Scott earns head-coaching position in Kansas
Gold Nuggets' Tarniesha Scott earns head-coaching position in Kansas
— XULA Athletics (@xulagold) April 27, 2020
story: https://t.co/BKV52nUQ3j#TeamGold #HailAllHailXU #NAIADIWBB #NAIATogether@CoachTScott1 @WBCA1981 pic.twitter.com/ZgXeYWhn9b
AnnMarie Gilbert Named Detroit Mercy's 12th Head Women's Basketball Coach
AnnMarie Gilbert Named Detroit Mercy's 12th Head Women's Basketball Coach https://t.co/GRpFhyByeo
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 28, 2020
VUU starts National search for new Women’s Basketball Coach
VUU starts National search for new Women’s Basketball Coach https://t.co/eDsR158QEO
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 28, 2020
Former Velma Jackson star guard signs with Fort Valley State
Former Velma Jackson star guard signs with Fort Valley State https://t.co/3mReQr2aS2
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 28, 2020
Former Rattler/Jacksonville-area gospel singer Troy Sneed dies from coronavirus
Jacksonville-area gospel singer Troy Sneed dies from coronavirus https://t.co/Bt3WdblR5z
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 28, 2020
UAPB Gamble Adds Three To Football Staff
Gamble Adds Three To #UAPBFootball Staff https://t.co/smFrRs3jFY
— GoldenLionsAthletics (@UAPBLionsRoar) April 27, 2020
Scott takes over Lady Braves program
Scott takes over Lady Braves programhttps://t.co/UHttrANUVC
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 27, 2020
Sunday, April 26, 2020
#RIP to The Godfather: @xula1925 grad Marino Casem died Saturday at age 85
#RIP to The Godfather: @xula1925 grad Marino Casem died Saturday at age 85. Casem was a longtime football coach and AD in @theswac, most notably at Alcorn State. He was a 2003 @cfbhall inductee.
— XULA Athletics (@xulagold) April 26, 2020
bio: https://t.co/hF4rp0OQzX #TeamGold #HailAllHailXU @WeAreAFCA pic.twitter.com/kl36MmSY4e
XULA graduate Landon Bussie hired as Alcorn State head coach
XULA graduate Landon Bussie hired as Alcorn State head coach
— XULA Athletics (@xulagold) April 24, 2020
story: https://t.co/TtS6YI1jV2#TeamGold #HailAllHailXU #NAIADIMBB #NAIATogether pic.twitter.com/0yRg1gVyXY
N.C. A&T marching band featured among RiverRun short NC films
N.C. A&T marching band featured among RiverRun short NC films https://t.co/VGxBAHOzdF via @NewsandRecord
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 26, 2020
Morton, Jones ink UDFA deals with Packers
Morton, Jones of @PVAMUFootball ink UDFA deals with Packers https://t.co/I6RDBSRNuV
— PVAMU Panthers (@PVAMUPanthers) April 26, 2020
Marino Casem, Hall of Fame Alcorn coach and ‘Godfather of the SWAC,’ dies at 85
Marino Casem, Hall of Fame Alcorn coach and ‘Godfather of the SWAC,’ dies at 85 https://t.co/UXCxgFsiFV via @rick_cleveland— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 26, 2020
Marino Casem — 'The Godfather,' a coaching icon at Southern and Alcorn State, dead at 85 https://t.co/Dvlj87rDx3 via @theadvocatebr— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 26, 2020
Former NCCU Football OL Leverett Signs NFL Contract with Bucs
Former NCCU Football OL Leverett Signs NFL Contract with Bucs https://t.co/iF5A8vF26f
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 26, 2020
NSU's Bobby Price agrees to NFL free agent deal with Detroit
NSU's Bobby Price agrees to NFL free agent deal with Detroit https://t.co/Xlqjwwqd6h
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 26, 2020
S.C. State lineman lands in Cleveland
S.C. State lineman lands in Cleveland https://t.co/hGDzgB8xxI via @wltx
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 26, 2020
Morgan State Bailey signs with Eagles as undrafted free agent
Bailey signs with Eagles as undrafted free agent https://t.co/brLo3ZkcOq
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 26, 2020
Friday, April 24, 2020
Darius Leonard Wants People To See He’s ‘Still Happy’ On And Off The Field
Colts linebacker @dsleon45 wants people to see he’s ’still happy’ on and off the field https://t.co/ojnG1YaWwr
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 24, 2020
Gordon Named to the Philadelphia Inquirer Academic All-Area Women's Track and Field Team
TRACK HONORS: Krystahl Gordon Named to the Philadelphia Inquirer Academic All-Area Women's Track and Field Team#FeelTheRoar @lincolntfxc @lincolnuofpa https://t.co/bCULoLdGa5
— Lincoln University Lions Athletics (@LUL1onsAthletic) April 24, 2020
Deondre Francois wants to show the NFL again that he’s an elite quarterback
After starting at Florida State and Hampton, Deondre Francois wants to show the NFL again that he's an elite quarterback https://t.co/0VKzdYmHnk
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 24, 2020
Gamble Named Head Football Coach
Gamble Named Head Football Coach https://t.co/3zyMXlDge6
— GoldenLionsAthletics (@UAPBLionsRoar) April 23, 2020
Gray Hired as ASU Quarterbacks Coach
Gray Hired as Quarterbacks Coach https://t.co/LM8h5hwQ6p
— Alcorn Sports (@BRAVESSPORTS) April 24, 2020
Alcorn State Names Bussie Head Men’s Basketball Coach
Alcorn Names Bussie Head Men’s Basketball Coach https://t.co/jBD5jQbKa6— Alcorn Sports (@BRAVESSPORTS) April 23, 2020
— Alcorn Sports (@BRAVESSPORTS) April 23, 2020
Thursday, April 23, 2020
Quinn Gray resigns as football head coach at Lincoln
Quinn Gray resigns as football head coach at Lincoln https://t.co/0QQEwVrcqp
— Tallahassee Democrat (@TDOnline) April 23, 2020
The HBCU combine was canceled, but not these players’ NFL aspirations
These HBCU players focus on their @NFL dreams despite cancellation of NFL combine https://t.co/18CXrRIIx7@TheUndefeated #MEAC#GoBears🔷🔶 pic.twitter.com/fGPkKLt4yq
— Morgan State Bears (@MorganStBears) April 22, 2020
Get to Know: Carson Doerhoff and Melissa Tyme
Get to Know: Men's Golf senior Carson Doerhoff and Women's Track & Field junior Melissa Tyme! https://t.co/NYbEZZu4Ho#ThisIsLincoln #TrueBlue #miaamg #miaatf pic.twitter.com/7yRaVPbM44
— Lincoln University (Missouri) Athletics (@GoBlueTigers) April 22, 2020
Offseason Football Breakdown: Quarterbacks
Our offseason @NorfolkStateFB position breakdown of the offense concludes with the quarterbacks. Read more ⤵️
— NSU Athletics (@NSUSpartans) April 22, 2020
🔗 https://t.co/TlKjhFMwht pic.twitter.com/Q0J2vJA7SB
A message to our student-athletes from coaches and administrators!
🗣 A message to our student-athletes from coaches and administrators! 💙
— TSU Athletics (@TSU_Tigers) April 22, 2020
🎥https://t.co/2ievdV6Uov#StaySafe #StayFocused #TigerStrong #BigBlueRising 🐯 pic.twitter.com/OCua7z4tg1
The wait is over! All the talk and speculation can end! Your 2020 Bowie State University Football Schedule!
The wait is over! All the talk and speculation can end! Your 2020 Bowie State University Football Schedule! #BSU #BULLDOGNATION #GOLDPRIDE #BITEDOWN pic.twitter.com/iWMVuFU4v3
— BSU Dawg Pound (@BowieStFootball) April 22, 2020
Sports roundup: Metcalf heads to Southern University
Sports roundup: Metcalf heads to Southern University https://t.co/vgPf2heBeE via @desototimes
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 23, 2020
Wednesday, April 22, 2020
FAMU declines contract renewal of Lynum as women's basketball coach
FAMU declines contract renewal of Lynum as women's basketball coach https://t.co/QcqTCAod7W
— Tallahassee Democrat (@TDOnline) April 22, 2020
Danielle Williams, Dinsdale Morgan named to NCAA Div 2 Hall of Fame
Danielle Williams, Dinsdale Morgan named to NCAA Div 2 Hall of Fame https://t.co/NGVl4uHviX
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 22, 2020
Free coronavirus testing site to open Saturday at FAMU's Bragg Memorial Stadium
Free coronavirus testing site to open Saturday at FAMU's Bragg Memorial Stadium https://t.co/mp4eEXQ7e8
— Tallahassee Democrat (@TDOnline) April 21, 2020
Tuesday, April 21, 2020
MEAC Basketball: Morgan State lands 4-Star PG Naseem Khaalid
Morgan State lands 4-Star PG Naseem Khaalid (via @bustingbrackets) https://t.co/c0nxgaon4s— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 21, 2020
Coppin State transfer rounds out VCU men’s basketball’s 2020-21 roster
Coppin State transfer rounds out VCU men’s basketball’s 2020-21 roster https://t.co/1oTHzrZxAX— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 21, 2020
VCU’s Brendan Medley-Bacon might be the most underrated transfer of 2020 https://t.co/LreJyDz8bQ via @mid_madness— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 21, 2020
Robinson Announces Three New Additons to WBB Program
Robinson Announces Three New Additons to WBB Program https://t.co/mwmdP801VP
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 21, 2020
Charles-Alfred, Bashir earn XULA's first-ever final No. 1 ranking
Charles-Alfred, Bashir earn XULA's first-ever final No. 1 ranking
— XULA Athletics (@xulagold) April 20, 2020
story: https://t.co/7cNxPbaK5e#TeamGold #HailAllHailXU #NAIATennis #NAIATogether pic.twitter.com/wpOmtTkZsJ
Perez, Abdullah stand out in final ITA season rankings
Perez, Abdullah stand out in final ITA season rankings
— XULA Athletics (@xulagold) April 20, 2020
story: https://t.co/uqtrdrxlnS#TeamGold #HailAllHailXU #NAIATennis #NAIATogether pic.twitter.com/sw6Cnqfay1
Bashir is Louisiana Freshman of the Year; Charles-Alfred makes 1st team
Bashir is Louisiana Freshman of the Year; Charles-Alfred makes 1st team
— XULA Athletics (@xulagold) April 20, 2020
story: https://t.co/EmpUFGUKP1#TeamGold #HailAllHailXU #NAIATennis #NAIATogether pic.twitter.com/QWq4pIYOQ6
Batalla: Louisiana Freshman of the Year, 1st-team all-state
Batalla: Louisiana Freshman of the Year, 1st-team all-state
— XULA Athletics (@xulagold) April 20, 2020
story: https://t.co/sC209JFVch#TeamGold #HailAllHailXU #NAIATennis #NAIATogether pic.twitter.com/UDIRKD1IRc
Washington-Marion’s Ashanti Carter commits to Alcorn State
Washington-Marion’s Ashanti Carter commits to Alcorn State https://t.co/FHTXlpFank
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 21, 2020
Monday, April 20, 2020
EMCC sophomore guard Tye Metcalf signs to Division I Southern University
EMCC sophomore guard Tye Metcalf signs to Division I Southern University https://t.co/6SlUWVN16w
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 20, 2020
Mainland product Johnny Brown commits to Florida A&M after strong JUCO season
Mainland product Johnny Brown commits to Florida A&M after strong JUCO seasonhttps://t.co/3NEC0c2hc8
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 20, 2020
Rattlers reflect fond memories upon the death of FAMU Sports Hall of Famer Amos Hill
Rattlers reflect fond memories upon the death of FAMU Sports Hall of Famer Amos Hill https://t.co/tCY27rI1Ys
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 20, 2020
MSU Football Adds Two Assistant Coaches Ahead of 2020
🐻🏈head coach Tyrone Wheatley added Darryl Bullock and Omarr Smith to his coaching staff ahead of the 2020 season.
— Morgan State Bears (@MorganStBears) April 16, 2020
Read🆙👉https://t.co/AcD8G7uk4F#GoBears🔷🔶 pic.twitter.com/1ohaaJFFiA
McBorrough, White Named to 2020 @NFFNetwork Hampshire Honor Society✨
McBorrough, White Named to 2020 @NFFNetwork Hampshire Honor Society✨📚👏
— Morgan State Bears (@MorganStBears) April 15, 2020
Read🆙👉https://t.co/ytHACG1mrz#TheMorganWay #MEAC#GoBears🔷🔶 pic.twitter.com/fKkcPrLN4R
Leaving MEAC behind: N.C. A&T’s departure sparks intense debate, agreement that exit will hurt
Leaving MEAC behind: N.C. A&T’s departure sparks intense debate, agreement that exit will hurt https://t.co/7ENbY6blsR via @thetandd
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 20, 2020
Benders named to N.C. A&T Sports Hall of Fame
Benders named to N.C. A&T Sports Hall of Fame https://t.co/X68UJcVoss
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 20, 2020
High expectations for Alabama A&M Football in year three of Connell Maynor era
High expectations for Alabama A&M Football in year three of Connell Maynor era https://t.co/YUuB997G4T
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 20, 2020
An inside look at Donald Hill-Eley's contract renewal with Alabama State
An inside look at Donald Hill-Eley's contract renewal with Alabama State https://t.co/XBtGs5gcji via @mgmadvertiser
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 20, 2020
MEAC, SWAC commissioners say revenue loss not as important as student-athletes’ safety
MEAC and SWAC commissioners say revenue loss because of postponement of leagues and games is not as important as student-athletes' safety https://t.co/jcEXkk3csv
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 20, 2020
Virginia Union's Garcia Named 2020 D-II PING All-Region Golf Team
Virginia Union's Garcia Named 2020 D-II PING All-Region Golf Team https://t.co/mulPW4oR6X
— CIAA (@CIAAForLife) April 20, 2020
Central State Athletics partners with Cleveland Food Bank for Virtual Food Drive
We have partnered with @CleFoodBank by starting a Virtual Food Drive. To support @CentralState87's fight against hunger, please visit - https://t.co/RZXl2lUHvX@CSULife1887 @CSU_SGA1887 @csu_ag87 @CSU_SE1887 @SeniorsCSU20 @cavs @Browns @ProFootballHOF @Indians pic.twitter.com/DH6vS2OVv6
— Central State Athletics (@GO_MARAUDERS) April 20, 2020
Senior Spotlight: Stanley Davis
Senior Spotlight: 🐻🏀senior Stanley Davis discussed his athletic and academic career at @MorganStateU and his plans for the future.
— Morgan State Bears (@MorganStBears) April 20, 2020
Read🆙👉https://t.co/ftDSVYdvQS#TheMorganWay #MEAC#GoBears🔷🔶 pic.twitter.com/6keHWBbUmN
West Virginia State mourns the loss of legendary baseball coach Cal Bailey
West Virginia State mourns the loss of legendary baseball coach Cal Bailey https://t.co/jHJJ7OVJ2X
— WVSU Athletics (@WVSU_GoJackets) April 19, 2020
Friday, April 17, 2020
XULA's online fans deliver championships for Rush, Nuggets
XULA's online fans deliver championships for Rush, Nuggets
— XULA Athletics (@xulagold) April 16, 2020
story: https://t.co/JZw6jRMIbP#TeamGold #HailAllHailXU #NAIATogether pic.twitter.com/57fopDXRkE
FAMU hoops home success laying foundation for future
FAMU hoops home success laying foundation for future https://t.co/zo6k0aps64
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 17, 2020
Aylen Hubeaut finished the year with three victories, including a 6-1, 6-2 win against Air Force
Aylen Hubeaut finished the year with three victories, including a 6-1, 6-2 win against Air Force #FangsUp #FAMU #strikestrikestrikeagain #WeAreFAMU #FAMULY pic.twitter.com/LL5gqowm9d
— FAMU Tennis (@FAMU_Tennis) April 16, 2020
FAMU Athletics is sad to announce the passing of former football assistant coach and FAMU Sports Hall of Famer, Amos Hill
FAMU Athletics is sad to announce the passing of former football assistant coach and FAMU Sports Hall of Famer, Amos Hill pic.twitter.com/NUYZ9CBEba
— FAMU Athletics (@FAMUAthletics) April 15, 2020
Wilson: Former Bengals, Rattlers great Riley deserves to be in Pro Football Hall of Fame
Wilson: Former Bengals, Rattlers great Riley deserves to be in Pro Football Hall of Fame https://t.co/lPe8Elkevx
— Tallahassee Democrat (@TDOnline) April 17, 2020
Bayou Classic organizers hope time is on their side as more major events cancel
Bayou Classic organizers hope time is on their side as more major events cancel https://t.co/WudUs6Lrvz via @WWLTV
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 17, 2020
Texas Southern Women's Hoops Adds 4 Highly-Regarded Student-Athletes For 2020-21
@TSUwomenshoops Adds 4 Highly-Regarded Student-Athletes For 2020-21 Season https://t.co/TeHWd8SV2m
— TSU Athletics (@TXSOTigers) April 17, 2020
Former Aggie Jackson Signs With Agent
Former Aggie Jackson Signs With Agent https://t.co/6bCvLGc0gH
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 17, 2020
Wednesday, April 15, 2020
Richardson named to NFF Hampshire Honor Society
Richardson named to NFF Hampshire Honor Society https://t.co/iU9oqK8vZI
— FAMU Athletics (@FAMUAthletics) April 15, 2020
#TigerNation, welcome our latest addition to the Men's Basketball program. Cahlib Edwards, a 5'10 guard from Bearden High School in Knoxville, Tennessee
#TigerNation, welcome our latest addition to the Men's Basketball program. Cahlib Edwards, a 5'10 guard from Bearden High School in Knoxville, Tennessee. #WelcomeToTheFamily! #TigerPride! https://t.co/OLi3ESAkmh pic.twitter.com/avcItMwXul
— Edward Waters Athletics (@EWCAthletics) April 14, 2020
From Chase Young to Tom Flacco, meet the 2020 NFL draft prospects with ties to Maryland
From Chase Young to Tom Flacco, meet the 2020 NFL draft prospects with ties to Maryland
— Morgan State Bears (@MorganStBears) April 15, 2020
📰https://t.co/hSzb7dbZb8#GoBears🔷🔶 pic.twitter.com/wTmBMVjmjh
Loyd selected second-team All-Louisiana
Loyd selected second-team All-Louisiana
— XULA Athletics (@xulagold) April 14, 2020
story: https://t.co/TQgOGrOIlp#TeamGold #HailAllHailXU #NAIADIMBB #NAIATogether pic.twitter.com/MCNEkBDbOl
A pair of Bennies join Bulldogs Hall of Fame
A pair of Bennies join Bulldogs Hall of Fame | https://t.co/CltoBHORdV https://t.co/wIGCkwY9p7
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 15, 2020
Patrick Henry’s Wright commits to Virginia State
Patrick Henry’s Wright commits to Virginia State https://t.co/D0TRwrDrJd
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 15, 2020
Alabama A&M proving to be the perfect fit for Dariauna Lewis
Alabama A&M proving to be the perfect fit for Dariauna Lewis https://t.co/XSQaPGtJhT
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 15, 2020
@HUBisonSports fans @HUBISONFOOTBALL introduces defensive coordinator @Coach_Douglas_
@HUBisonSports fans @HUBISONFOOTBALL introduces defensive coordinator @Coach_Douglas_
— Howard Athletics (@HUBisonSports) April 15, 2020
Interesting Fact: Was top 10 in career receiving at Appalachian State pic.twitter.com/CEkWvnh28K
Howard University Athletics Mourns the Loss of Fallen Bison Sean Boynes
Howard University Athletics Mourns the Loss of Fallen Bison @HUBisonFootball's Sean Boynes #BleedBlue #BisonStrong #Howard_RYS20 https://t.co/yh4IXX3gx7
— Howard Athletics (@HUBisonSports) April 15, 2020
Tuesday, April 14, 2020
FAMU Rattlers are business as usual
FAMU Rattlers are business as usual https://t.co/kvTS78wUzF— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 14, 2020
FAMU athletics still meeting athletes needs despite COVID-19
FAMU athletics still meeting athletes needs despite COVID-19 https://t.co/Hmi51XStEC— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 14, 2020
WVSU 2020 Mountain East Conference football schedule features 10-game, round-robin format
2020 Mountain East Conference football schedule features 10-game, round-robin format https://t.co/U9EA4R401e— WVSU Athletics (@WVSU_GoJackets) April 9, 2020
🏈 | WVSU Football opens the 2020 season at home against Shippensburg on Saturday, Sept. 5th. Can't come soon enough!@WVStateFB #GoSTATE pic.twitter.com/IylUJRhd5W— WVSU Athletics (@WVSU_GoJackets) April 9, 2020
Paul Price announced as WVSU Special Teams Coordinator and Linebackers Coach
FB | Paul Price announced as Special Teams Coordinator and Linebackers Coach https://t.co/cbMNnm2Z1N
— WVSU Athletics (@WVSU_GoJackets) April 13, 2020
SAU Releases 2020 Football Schedule
SAU Releases 2020 Football Schedule - Saint Augustine's University Athletics https://t.co/1Kbf2L7NJK
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 14, 2020
Strombeck Named Third-Team All-American
Strombeck Named Third-Team All-American https://t.co/Ohv2dcM7tf
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 14, 2020
Alex Taylor is a raw tackle prospect with upside
Alex Taylor is a raw tackle prospect with upside https://t.co/xTJDvmIzLJ via @HogsHaven
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 14, 2020
N.C. A&T Bowling Finishes Season Ranked In The Top-10 Nationally
Bowling Finishes Season Ranked In The Top-10 Nationally https://t.co/TOgZUVpn5N
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 14, 2020
Monday, April 13, 2020
FAMU AD says loss of college football revenue would be devastating
FAMU AD says loss of college football revenue would be devastating https://t.co/gHwlKSwfuN
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 13, 2020
Fayetteville State eliminating women’s tennis
Fayetteville State eliminating women's tennishttps://t.co/RQ9GYH0rm5
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 13, 2020
Covering minority communities: Lessons I learned from my HBCU investigation
Covering minority communities: Lessons I learned from my HBCU investigation https://t.co/OGSruVDa2K
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 13, 2020
Hampton University, Oscar Smith H.S. alumnus hired by NFL's L.A. Rams
Hampton University, Oscar Smith H.S. alumnus hired by NFL's L.A. Rams https://t.co/ptdme4xMKa— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 13, 2020
Jaylian Williamson starred at Oscar Smith and Hampton University. Now, he’s fulfilling his NFL dream. https://t.co/czRY9KRGVd— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 13, 2020
FCS: Top MEAC Careers In The NFL
FCS: Top MEAC Careers In The NFL https://t.co/CAVvEabX6z via @HeroSportsNews
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 13, 2020
NFL: Higher tax bracket, fresh start for SCSU's Hargrave
In 2019, Hargrave’s salary ranked 47th among NFL defensive tackles, so he’s made a quantum leap from underrated to highly appreciated.https://t.co/fU6iXDVWFD
— Salisbury Post (@salisburypost) April 12, 2020
MEAC Basketball: 3 candidates to replace the departing North Carolina A&T
Will the MEAC replace the departing NC A&T? (via @bustingbrackets) https://t.co/EBrd7yHjDQ
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 13, 2020
Best small-college studs ever for all 32 NFL teams: Payton, Rice, McNair and more
From Rice to Payton to McNair: Small-school studs for all 32 NFL teams https://t.co/cRRIU4CerJ
— Morgan State Bears (@MorganStBears) April 8, 2020
(Roosevelt Brown - Morgan State) pic.twitter.com/5x9OytfxB0
Despite Cancellation Of HBCU Combine, Morgan State Stars Still Eyeing NFL
Despite Cancellation Of HBCU Combine, Morgan State Stars Still Eyeing NFL Dreams - https://t.co/m21ZBdxsYh https://t.co/HqEgYM06wo
— Morgan State Bears (@MorganStBears) April 10, 2020
Senior Spotlight: Roi Wallace
Senior Spotlight: 🐻🏐senior Roi Wallace discussed her time academically and athletically at @MorganStateU.
— Morgan State Bears (@MorganStBears) April 13, 2020
Read🆙👉https://t.co/T2dZawVE0m#TheMorganWay #MEAC#GoBears🔷🔶 pic.twitter.com/0aooF6hX6L
South Carolina State offensive lineman Taylor measures up for NFL Draft
South Carolina State offensive lineman Taylor measures up for NFL Draft https://t.co/ot1xB4Lp29 via @YahooSports
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 13, 2020
Tarvaris Jackson, last Seahawks starting QB before Russell Wilson, dies at age 36
Tarvaris Jackson, last Seahawks starting QB before Russell Wilson, dies at age 36 https://t.co/QkDzj9DgVt
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 13, 2020
Friday, April 10, 2020
FAMU to Hold Virtual Senior Student-Athlete Graduation Celebration
.@FAMUAthletics to Hold Virtual Senior Student-Athlete Graduation Celebration #RespectTheMEAC #GameOfLife https://t.co/71gQwwTNna
— Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (@MEACSports) April 10, 2020
Coppin State Senior Spotlight: Corey Treyes
#MEACBSB @coppinsports Senior Spotlight: Corey Treyes #RespectTheMEAC https://t.co/2QTks9r6Te
— Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (@MEACSports) April 6, 2020
Rattler Tales: Stephanie Colter
3MEACTF From @FAMUAthletics: Rattler Tales: Stephanie Colter #RespectTheMEAC https://t.co/isDsWWmLMi
— Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (@MEACSports) April 6, 2020
Delaware State, East Tennessee State Agree to Two-Year Football Series
#MEACFB @DSUHornets, East Tennessee State Agree to Two-Year Football Series #RespectTheMEAC https://t.co/CO1XSlwWwX
— Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (@MEACSports) April 7, 2020
Howard Senior Spotlight: Oluchi Ike
#MEACTF @HUBisonSports Senior Spotlight: Oluchi Ike #RespectTheMEAC https://t.co/CKg818a1Bj
— Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (@MEACSports) April 7, 2020
Norfolk State Senior Spotlight: Joyce Fields
#MEACTEN @NSUSpartans Senior Spotlight: Joyce Fields #RespectTheMEAC https://t.co/7n3kTpY27i
— Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (@MEACSports) April 7, 2020
20 MEAC Football Players Among Draft Diamonds' HBCU Prospects
#MEACFB 20 @MEACSports Football Players Among Draft Diamonds' HBCU Prospects #RespectTheMEAC https://t.co/mSWhVh5kjk
— Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (@MEACSports) April 8, 2020
Howard Senior Spotlight: Cole Gittens
#MEACTEN @HUBisonSports Senior Spotlight: Cole Gittens #RespectTheMEAC https://t.co/ru1W47XIRu
— Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (@MEACSports) April 8, 2020
Coppin State Senior Spotlight: Jasmine Henery
#MEACTF @coppinsports Senior Spotlight: Jasmine Henery #RespectTheMEAC https://t.co/c74yDL7iEW
— Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (@MEACSports) April 9, 2020
Norfolk State Offseason Football Breakdown: Offensive Line
#MEACFB @NSUSpartans Offseason Football Breakdown: Offensive Line #RespectTheMEAC https://t.co/KZPBtcxIfH
— Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (@MEACSports) April 9, 2020
The ACL Injury That Energized FAMU's Corey Staples
#MEACWBB The ACL Injury That Energized @FAMUAthletics' Corey Staples #RespectTheMEAC https://t.co/NUpap8sTkV
— Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (@MEACSports) April 9, 2020
Howard University moves golf programs forward with hiring of head coach Samuel Puryear
Last fall, Steph Curry breathed new life in the golf programs at @HUBisonSports. Now, Howard has a new golf coach in place. https://t.co/pvM473F9UH— Golfweek (@golfweek) April 9, 2020
@HUBisonSports Director of Golf @coachp13 will discuss his book 'Diamond in the Rough' on the @IamDrSharon Saturday, April 11, let's support our new Bison! pic.twitter.com/P3m34r9Ceo— Howard Athletics (@HUBisonSports) April 9, 2020
Tennessee State University Names Mikki Allen New Athletics Director
Tennessee State University Names Mikki Allen New Athletics Director— TSU Athletics (@TSU_Tigers) April 9, 2020
➡️https://t.co/BJ8oGnrELL#BigBlueRising pic.twitter.com/H8nUmKq3ZE
NEW #TSU (@TSU_Tigers) AD Mikki Allen (@MikkiAllenTSUAD) Joined The @ThePoguester & @JonBurton32 Show To Talk All Things #Tigers Athletics-https://t.co/v4FoUMevGq— WNSR - Nashville Sports Radio (@NashSportsRadio) April 10, 2020
A few notables expressed their praise and well-wishes.— TSU Athletics (@TSU_Tigers) April 10, 2020
🔗https://t.co/XNuGJebMnP#BigBlueRising pic.twitter.com/X3usCyLwp4
Thursday, April 9, 2020
Loyd's final 4 performances earn him Sugar Bowl's Athlete of the Month award
Loyd's final 4 performances earn him Sugar Bowl's Athlete of the Month award
— XULA Athletics (@xulagold) April 9, 2020
story: https://t.co/104bfkpXhA#TeamGold #HailAllHailXU #NAIADIMBB #NAIATogether @NAIA @GCACInfo @XavierCSI pic.twitter.com/KFnVkhtyg4
Lewis tabbed First-Team All-American by BOXTOROW
Lewis tabbed First-Team All-American by BOXTOROW https://t.co/BcDOnMApRR
— Ala. A&M Athletics (@AAMUBulldogs) April 9, 2020
Smyrna’s Gillis finds his passion in baseball
Smyrna’s Gillis finds his passion in baseball - Delaware State News https://t.co/4mexKAPNJV
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 9, 2020
Tuesday, April 7, 2020
HBCU’s top pass rusher leaves college early to sign a contract in CFL with Roughriders
HBCU’s top pass rusher leaves college early to sign a contract in CFL with Roughriders - https://t.co/28ZPiTAjLV
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 7, 2020
Savannah State’s Shawn Quinn keeps energy level high in trying times
Savannah State's Shawn Quinn keeps energy level high in trying timeshttps://t.co/FeUyvBWsKB
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 7, 2020
FAMU spring athletes thrilled with NCAA eligibility ruling
FAMU spring athletes thrilled with NCAA eligibility ruling https://t.co/Ew26xdV9Q8
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 7, 2020
Morgan State NFL draft prospects staying in shape during isolation
Morgan State NFL draft prospects staying in shape during isolation https://t.co/AzNNBZ4W72
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 7, 2020
Norfolk State's Chanette Hicks named national player of the year
Norfolk State's Chanette Hicks named national player of the year https://t.co/MFjanVclXl
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 7, 2020
SC State Athletic Hall of Fame to get 8 new members
SC State Athletic Hall of Fame to get 8 new members https://t.co/eYAD4FC6Dl via @thetandd
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 7, 2020
FCS Football: Teams Seeking to Answer Playoff Snubs in 2020
FCS Football: Teams Seeking to Answer Playoff Snubs in 2020 https://t.co/3q0gJVRZQd
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 7, 2020
College Basketball’s 2020 Coaching Carousel
College Basketball's 2020 Coaching Carousel https://t.co/6fROLGMPSX via @CBTonNBC
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 7, 2020
A Message from Commissioner McClelland
A Message from Commissioner McClelland https://t.co/SmWTIYLLve
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 7, 2020
Friday, April 3, 2020
Potential players from HBCU's that could be picked in the upcoming NFL draft
Potential players from HBCU's that could be picked in the upcoming NFL draft https://t.co/FDMEt9kOnf via @phillytrib
— Donald Hunt (@DHuntTrib) March 28, 2020
Lincoln Announces Their 2020 Football Schedule
Lincoln Announces Their 2020 Football Schedule#FeelTheRoar @lincolnUofPA @LUL1onsFB https://t.co/j6O1tiHLq6
— Lincoln University Lions Athletics (@LUL1onsAthletic) April 2, 2020
The JSU women's basketball team has two All-Americans
The JSU women's basketball team has two All-Americans https://t.co/nPIBoqMxto
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 3, 2020
Who are the top HBCU players in the 2021 NFL Draft?
Who are the top HBCU players in the 2021 NFL Draft? - https://t.co/1goBh7u2xp
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 3, 2020
March Madness Revisited: 2012 Norfolk State makes history against Missouri in 15 vs. 2 upset
March Madness Revisited: 2012 Norfolk State makes history against Missouri in 15 vs. 2 upset https://t.co/l8tse2zIbt
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 3, 2020
FAMU men's tennis officially ends with the coronavirus shutdown
FAMU men's tennis officially ends with the coronavirus shutdown https://t.co/G5tZGlT8Uw
— Tallahassee Democrat (@TDOnline) April 3, 2020
Thursday, April 2, 2020
SAU Quarterback Gilliard Earns Summer Internship
SAU Quarterback Gilliard Earns Summer Internship @sau_news @ciaaforlife @tritribune @thecaronews @chrisclark_ @JEPopeIV @d2kferg @hbcugameday @coachbowser2 https://t.co/6b55cW3SLG
— SAU Athletics (@SAUFalcons) April 2, 2020
Join Our Head Coach LeVelle Moton For Part Two On “How To Break Into College Coaching”! All Coaches That Are Interested Make Sure You Tune In Tomorrow At 6:00 PM EST On @levellemoton ’s IG Live!
Join Our Head Coach LeVelle Moton For Part Two On “How To Break Into College Coaching”! All Coaches That Are Interested Make Sure You Tune In Tomorrow At 6:00 PM EST On @levellemoton’s IG Live! pic.twitter.com/NmOf2rtgU1
— NCCU Men's Basketball (@NCCU_MBB) April 2, 2020
Nine MEAC Players Recognized on 2020 HBCU All-Star Team
#MEACMBB Nine @MEACSports Players Recognized on 2020 HBCU All-Star Team #RespectTheMEAC https://t.co/CTAnJV8DaS
— Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (@MEACSports) April 2, 2020
Coach Joseph Price talks about recruiting, fundraising, and the future with Carlos Nelson on @kccascadesports
Coach Joseph Price talks about recruiting, fundraising, and the future with Carlos Nelson on @kccascadesportshttps://t.co/3MoO72Uwv5 pic.twitter.com/apxeKd8uz4
— Central State Athletics (@GO_MARAUDERS) April 2, 2020
LU basketball player Deaquan Williams joined the Black News Channel last night to discuss his season & how the Lincoln MBB ...
LU basketball player Deaquan Williams joined the Black News Channel last night to discuss his season & how the Lincoln MBB coaches & players went to Philadelphia to pack food for the elderly who are remaining home due to coronavirus concerns. https://t.co/V7yHgRhJvV via @YouTube
— Lincoln University Lions Athletics (@LUL1onsAthletic) April 2, 2020
Tennessee State to Face Mississippi State in 2021
Tennessee State to Face Mississippi State in 2021https://t.co/Qf7sSojgu8#BigBlueRising pic.twitter.com/XuV4OOcg8t
— Tennessee State Football (@TennStateFB) April 2, 2020
Interview with Central State Women's Head Basketball LaTonya McDole
Coach LaTonya McDole talks about @centralstate87 basketball, the coaching profession, and expectations for the program with Carlos Nelson on @kccascadesports - https://t.co/LlTtWRkYou pic.twitter.com/va0iuSHyxt— Central State Athletics (@GO_MARAUDERS) April 2, 2020
Florida adds Florida A&M to 2025 football schedule
Florida adds Florida A&M to 2025 football schedulehttps://t.co/hdgwWarIUh pic.twitter.com/ffQc2qdvAz
— FBSchedules.com (@FBSchedules) April 2, 2020
Former S.C. State assistant football coach passes away
Former S.C. State assistant football coach passes away https://t.co/KR2MQOZKkw via @wltx
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 2, 2020
Savannah State athletics holds press conference on coronavirus shutdown
Savannah State athletics holds press conference on coronavirus shutdownhttps://t.co/LXBqbVXzgp
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 2, 2020
Central Georgia football standout loses battle against cancer
Central Georgia football standout loses battle against cancer https://t.co/BSNcr035Cb via @13WMAZNEWS
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 2, 2020
FAMU spring athletes thrilled with NCAA eligibility ruling
FAMU spring athletes thrilled with NCAA eligibility ruling https://t.co/Ew26xdV9Q8
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 2, 2020
FAMU newcomers hurt the most by the loss of spring practice
FAMU newcomers hurt the most by the loss of spring practice https://t.co/Y2mwwBuEZR
— Tallahassee Democrat (@TDOnline) April 1, 2020
Coronavirus and campus life: FAMU Trustees may approve $4.3M to refund housing, meal costs
Coronavirus and campus life: FAMU Trustees may approve $4.3M to refund housing, meal costs https://t.co/rR5ftYS6Ux
— Tallahassee Democrat (@TDOnline) April 2, 2020
DeSantis order forces Florida A&M University to put student move-out plans on hold
DeSantis order forces Florida A&M University to put student move-out plans on hold https://t.co/adr8FCiMFt
— Tallahassee Democrat (@TDOnline) April 2, 2020
Temporary changes in college sports may be needed due to coronavirus, athletic directors survey indicates
Temporary changes in college sports may be needed due to coronavirus, athletic directors survey indicates https://t.co/KBXkQdGJ4P
— Tallahassee Democrat (@TDOnline) April 2, 2020
Howard’s Jazzeem Bethea commits to Arkansas-Pine Bluff
Howard’s Jazzeem Bethea commits to Arkansas-Pine Bluff https://t.co/15tVYKuMZR via @bigspringherald
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 2, 2020
FCS Football: 5 Thoughts For 2020 Opening Day
FCS Football: 5 Thoughts For 2020 Opening Day https://t.co/DRRKdTVMuL
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 2, 2020
GSU’s Ivy Smith, Jr. named BOXTOROW D1 All-American
GSU’s Ivy Smith, Jr. named BOXTOROW D1 All-American https://t.co/8zTllqoHNq
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 2, 2020
USF nets former SWAC Offensive Player of the Year QB as grad transfer
USF nets former SWAC Offensive Player of the Year QB as grad transfer https://t.co/k1iWj6HvLZ via @CFTalk
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) April 2, 2020