Watch the latest episode of the "O&G StrikeZone" as @DrB365 @krosier and @Believe365 review the 2021 #SWAC Football Media Day and @FAMU_FB chances of finishing 1st in their new conf.
— The O&G StrikeZone (@OandGStrikezone) August 1, 2021
Premier at 9pm ET on YouTube. Podcast available on the #BCSNPodZone.https://t.co/S9Y6hOuMT9
The "unofficial" meeting place for intelligent discussions of Divisions I and II Sports of the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC), Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC), Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA), the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SIAC) and HBCU Athletic Conference (HBCUAC). America's #1 blog source for minority sports articles and videos. The MEAC, SWAC, CIAA, SIAC and HBCUAC colleges are building America's leaders, scholars and athletes.
Saturday, July 31, 2021
O&G StrikeZone | Episode 2 | SWAC Football Media Day Review
Check out our interview with @BamaStateFB Coach @CoachEleyASU.
The latest episode of the "O&G StrikeZone" podcast is available on Anchor, Spotify and Google Podcasts.
— The O&G StrikeZone (@OandGStrikezone) August 1, 2021
Hear @DrB365 @Believe365 and @krosier review of the 2021 #SWAC Media Day.https://t.co/Wo0dcDCpoD
Check out the head man of the Hornets!#STATEofMind x #Team120 https://t.co/WjV4v6PkZz
— Alabama State FB (@BamaStateFB) August 1, 2021
Hornets/Bears to compete In Thurs. ESPNU contest
HORNETS/BEARS TO COMPETE IN THURS. ESPNU CONTEST https://t.co/FZ5Nf4A927
— Delaware St. Hornets (@DSUHornets) August 1, 2021
2021 Stinger Awards - West Virginia State University Athletics
Congratulations to all the winners of the 2021 Stinger Awards! https://t.co/lUTQuKnl22
— WVSU Athletics (@WVSU_GoJackets) July 26, 2021
B-CU alum Willie Mack III goes on early birdie streak and coasts home to win Billy Horschel Invitational
Willie Mack III goes on early birdie streak and coasts home to win Billy Horschel Invitational https://t.co/CCeknCGZK4 via @jaxdotcom
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 31, 2021
Ban on 'Soul Cap' spotlights lack of diversity in swimming
British swimmer Alice Dearing won’t be allowed to wear a Soul Cap to cover her afro at #Tokyo2020. The ban has sparked outrage, and a discussion about the historical reasons why there are so few Black swimmers at the elite level. https://t.co/Ynhxj9bKd4
— The Associated Press (@AP) July 31, 2021
Biden should extend student loan payment pause and cancel $50,000 for borrowers: Schumer
Extend the pause on payments. #CancelStudentDebt. And invest in free technical school and two- and four-year public college to prevent the next student debt crisis. https://t.co/7vhWyYO0Iz
— Elizabeth Warren (@ewarren) July 31, 2021
How a HBCU Track Team Made it to the Olympics
Debut article for @RollingStone! First of many to come. Blessed for the opportunity and to be an Aggie. Definitely had to show the home team love! So proud of these fellas and the entire track program as a whole. Aggies take on the Olympics. AggiePride!https://t.co/Mo0fdjs9Wu
— Meag Thee Writer (@itsme_agannn) July 31, 2021
never let anyone’s opinions or comments influence how you view your own life and priorities.
— NaomiOsaka大坂なおみ (@naomiosaka) July 31, 2021
Tuskegee Announces 2021 Football Schedule
TUSKEGEE ANNOUNCES 2021 FOOTBALL SCHEDULE https://t.co/ExKQHIVg65
— Tuskegee Athletics (@MyTUAthletics) July 31, 2021
WATCH: Brigham Young University football team visits Fort Valley State University football players
Brigham Young University football team visits Fort Valley University football players https://t.co/eLdGH7o6Rq
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 31, 2021
#PFHOF20 Enshrinee Donnie Shell (South Carolina State) got the first look at his @HaggarCo Gold Jacket in advance of his enshrinement this August 5.
#PFHOF20 Enshrinee @donnie_shell got the first look at his @HaggarCo Gold Jacket in advance of his enshrinement this August.
— Pro Football Hall of Fame (@ProFootballHOF) April 26, 2021
Guarantee your spot in Canton to celebrate Shell: https://t.co/RMwlBVKWaK@steelers pic.twitter.com/l8JZAvXl7q
#Steelers legend and @ProFootballHOF safety @donnie_shell tells @robmaaddi about building relationships between teams, athletes, law enforcement and communities in his new role with @Dedication2Comm in the AP Pro Football Podcast: https://t.co/gdUoMBn5wh pic.twitter.com/yCL2cFqHjy
— AP NFL (@AP_NFL) October 16, 2020
Pro Football Hall of Fame: The speech orders for the Centennial Class of 2020 and Class of 2021 Enshrinements.
Harold Carmichael, Southern UniversityThe speech orders for the Centennial Class of 2020 and Class of 2021 Enshrinements. Note that the order has been revised for the 2020 Enshrinement.#PFHOF20 | #PFHOF21 pic.twitter.com/qaEmetjG3f
— Pro Football Hall of Fame (@ProFootballHOF) July 20, 2021
We will never forget these 5️⃣ @ProFootballHOF speeches... Deion Sanders, Shannon Sharpe...
We will never forget these 5️⃣ @ProFootballHOF speeches...
— Hall of Fame Experiences (@HOFExperiences) July 23, 2021
Do you agree with our choices?
📰: https://t.co/5ttGdOWaBe#HOFExperiences | #PFHOF20 | #PFHOF21 pic.twitter.com/3RyQ3yZ2KS
The annual @BCFHOF Classic returns to Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium this September!
The annual @BCFHOF Classic returns to Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium this September!
— Pro Football Hall of Fame (@ProFootballHOF) July 25, 2021
Be here in Canton to see @GSU_TIGERS vs. @TSU_Tigers.
🎟️: https://t.co/SoHDbgkDgJ pic.twitter.com/Pazyi7cq7R
Bill Nunn (West Virginia State), key scout for Steelers, heads to Hall of Fame
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 31, 2021
Class of 2021 Hall of Fame 'Knocks' - Bill Nunn https://t.co/fCVIUjMTPd via @YouTube
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 31, 2021
Legendary scout Bill Nunn inducted to the Pro Football Hall of Fame | Pi... https://t.co/63YTu3Nurk via @YouTube
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 31, 2021
‘If he was still alive, I would give him a big hug for telling me we are going to sign you and move you to defensive back. He had that vision, that knack about things. It goes beyond the game. He had a way with people. He was a great mentor to me.’ - @donnie_shell on Bill Nunn pic.twitter.com/5HELHzwLNS
— Teresa Varley (@Teresa_Varley) June 30, 2021
.@donnie_shell on why Bill Nunn should be part of the #PFHOF21 Class: pic.twitter.com/58VNaJFOmb
— Pittsburgh Steelers (@steelers) January 18, 2021
Hall of Fame-bound Winston Hill (Texas Southern) was durable force on Jets' O-line
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 31, 2021
Jets legend Winston Hill's Hall of Fame moment meant everything to his loved ones https://t.co/BJah23Kdwr via @nypostsports
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 31, 2021
Former President Barack Obama has joined NBA Africa as a strategic partner and minority owner,
Former President Barack Obama has joined NBA Africa as a strategic partner and minority owner, the NBA announced Tuesday.https://t.co/YaQysxbKHh
— The Undefeated (@TheUndefeated) July 28, 2021
Aggies and Pirates head coaches plan to promote Black college football.
Aggies and Pirates head coaches plan to promote Black college football. https://t.co/LGsriqrpNz
— The Undefeated (@TheUndefeated) July 28, 2021
Norfolk State’s Dawson Odums brings his recipe for success to the MEAC
Norfolk State's Dawson Odums brings his recipe for success to the MEAC https://t.co/MsL9ODlmLW
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 31, 2021
Tuskegee and Fort Valley State revving up for inaugural Red Tails Classic
Tuskegee and Fort Valley State have played many times before, but never in a game of such significance as their upcoming meeting, the inaugural Red Tails Classic in Montgomery, Alabama.
— The Undefeated (@TheUndefeated) July 30, 2021
The classic will be broadcast on Sept. 5 at 7 p.m. ET on ESPNU. https://t.co/LgI1N1Mzzz
Chris Paul is continuing to put the spotlight on HBCUs with the arrival of a new college basketball tournament.
Chris Paul is continuing to put the spotlight on HBCUs with the arrival of a new college basketball tournament.
— The Undefeated (@TheUndefeated) July 31, 2021
The Chris Paul HBCU Tip-Off will feature Winston-Salem State, Virginia Union, West Virginia State and Morehouse.https://t.co/B3gmRT2dp7
Carter Named Preseason MEAC Player of the Year, Spartans Picked to Finish 2nd
📰 Carter Named Preseason MEAC Player of the Year, @NorfolkStateFB Picked to Finish 2nd in MEAC
— NSU Athletics (@NSUSpartans) July 30, 2021
🔗⤵️https://t.co/zlzlmHy4Bq pic.twitter.com/YtnpxrDsde
— NSU Athletics (@NSUSpartans) July 30, 2021
A Behind The Scenes Look at MEAC Media Day with @NorfolkStateFB
A Behind The Scenes Look at MEAC Media Day with @NorfolkStateFB 🔰 pic.twitter.com/Jc6VdcFxHm
— NSU Athletics (@NSUSpartans) July 31, 2021
Season tickets are on sale now for Spartan football! Go to https://t.co/m74hUDZnuk and get your season tickets today. Individual game tickets are scheduled to go on sale on August 15. #RiseUp #SpartanStrong pic.twitter.com/YI3OTh20He
— Norfolk State University (@Norfolkstate) July 28, 2021
10 Parting Thoughts From the 2021 NBA Draft
The 2021 NBA draft is over. But for many fans, the analysis of these players is just beginning.@JeremyWoo on draft night’s biggest storylines, surprise picks, things he liked and didn’t like, and much more: https://t.co/ugfvc764BG
— Sports Illustrated (@SInow) July 30, 2021
Jackson State freshman Adéll Colthrust on heading to Olympics
Colthrust is not qualified to speak on the mental health of Simone Biles. He is a FRESHMAN not Ms. Biles doctors, coaches or parents. It was totally unfair to ask HIM this question. It was a TRAP question and Colthrust unfairly got caught!! I wish him success at Olympics!! https://t.co/NQIMjeZVo2
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 31, 2021
With the Big 12 down to only eight teams in 2025, should Jackson State consider a conference move?
With the Big 12 down to only eight teams in 2025, should Jackson State consider a conference move? https://t.co/Raq72Dj4Cx
— CL Sports (@CLSports) July 30, 2021
Congratulations to A&T's @strevor1 on winning a bronze medal in the 4x400 Meter Mixed Relay at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics!
Congratulations to A&T's @strevor1 on winning a bronze medal in the 4x400 Meter Mixed Relay at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics! #AggiePride #AggiesDo pic.twitter.com/BBUGMJoRjk
— greensboroaggies (@gboroaaf) July 31, 2021
LET'S GO! https://t.co/ukU5znPZdR
— USATF (@usatf) July 31, 2021
FAMU spends over $16M to pay off student outstanding balances in 2020-2021 school year
FAMU President Larry Robinson announced Saturday that the university spent more than $16 million to cover fees, tuition and unpaid student account balances during the 2020-2021 school year.https://t.co/yBfWdvI14a
— ABC 27 (@abc27) July 31, 2021
#FAMUGrads20: President @LRobinsonFAMU just announced that the University spent more than $16 million to cover fees, tuition and unpaid student account balances during the 2020-2021 school year! We cleared balances y’all! 🧡🐍💚😩😱 pic.twitter.com/j3msGgaRub
— Florida A&M University (@FAMU_1887) July 31, 2021
#RattlerNation,
— Florida A&M Athletics (@FAMUAthletics) July 30, 2021
Like to help congratulate our ten #Rattlers that are graduating this evening!
📰 https://t.co/yXt7cVsDss#FAMU | #FAMUly | #FangsUp 🐍 pic.twitter.com/Wi6koVKfQZ
Calvin J. Watts, Ed.D. (C'91 Howard U.) hired as Gwinnett County Public Schools' new superintendent
Gwinnett school board officially hires Calvin Watts to be GCPS' new superintendent https://t.co/Ge8vpDnTxO via @gwinnettdaily
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 31, 2021
Gwinnett school board confirms Calvin Watts as new superintendent https://t.co/jfbE7Zg9CC
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 31, 2021
College Ambassador Profile: Calvin Watts | UW College of Education https://t.co/8gNCKw6ntO
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 31, 2021
Six Bison Named to All-MEAC Second Team
Six Bison Named to All-MEAC Second Team https://t.co/JODeDpEhTP
— Howard Athletics (@HUBisonSports) July 30, 2021
2021 MEAC Media Day Norfolk State preview
All six head coaches and two player representatives were in downtown Norfolk this morning for 2021 #MEAC media day. I spoke with Norfolk State's new head coach Dawson Odums, @Justoo_ and Stuart Anderson. @NorfolkStateFB @WAVY_News
— Craig Loper II (@CraigLoperWAVY) July 31, 2021
Full story: https://t.co/zhsKGhClMt
Friday, July 30, 2021
Charleston rec center or court may be named for basketball great
A Charleston recreation center or basketball court may soon bear the name of a basketball great with local ties - Earl Lloyd, a member of the West Virginia State University Hall of Fame and the first Black athlete to play in an NBA game. https://t.co/JDx0aGj2ai
— Gazette-Mail (@wvgazettemail) July 31, 2021
Fisk Bulldogs Release 2021-22 Men's Basketball Schedule
Here is my basketball Schedule @Fisk1866 I am excited for our season my 3 year pic.twitter.com/tVZj8WpiQJ
— Kenny Anderson (@chibbs_1) July 30, 2021
Congratulations to FAMU’s honorary doctorates! Broadcasting legend Tom Joyner and Adora Obi Nweze
#FAMUGrads21: Congratulations to FAMU’s honorary doctorates! Broadcasting legend Tom Joyner and Adora Obi Nweze, longtime president of the Florida State NAACP Conference, thank you for your legendary contributions! pic.twitter.com/us7Z5JYf0d
— Florida A&M University (@FAMU_1887) July 30, 2021
#FAMUGrads21: The Bachelor’s degree tassels have been turned! We are moments away from seeing our #Rattlers walk across the stage! Can you tell how excited we are? 😉😍 pic.twitter.com/5GeOb5rdLO
— Florida A&M University (@FAMU_1887) July 30, 2021
This is what it’s about. Winning and graduating!!
This is what it’s about. Winning and graduating!! 🐍📚🏀 @FAMU_MBB @FAMUAthletics #SweatNowSmileLater https://t.co/vIG5zIxBFe
— Jarrett Stephens (@MrIStayFocused) July 31, 2021
Don’t forget to grab your digital copy of tonight’s program! Highlight your #Rattlers’ name and use #FAMUGrad21 to show your support! Visit https://t.co/m5Nj5sM5BC to get your copy now! pic.twitter.com/dG6q85xsgc
— Florida A&M University (@FAMU_1887) July 30, 2021
XULA left-hander Blair Frederick is having a sizzling summer in western New York.
#XULA left-hander Blair Frederick is having a sizzling summer in western New York.#TeamGold #HailAllHailXU #NAIATogether #NAIABaseball #HBCU @NAIABall @xula1925 @HbcuNines @MyBCSN1 @HBCUGameday @ShariefWDSU @TheYardHBCU @__airblair @BrMartinAlum @kentrahan @CourtesyRunner https://t.co/dYb9TJd4iK
— XULA Athletics (@xulagold) July 30, 2021
Ten FAMU Student-Athletes Set To Graduate This Evening
#RattlerNation,
— Florida A&M Athletics (@FAMUAthletics) July 30, 2021
Like to help congratulate our ten #Rattlers that are graduating this evening!
📰 https://t.co/yXt7cVsDss#FAMU | #FAMUly | #FangsUp 🐍 pic.twitter.com/Wi6koVKfQZ
— Florida A&M University (@FAMU_1887) July 30, 2021
#FAMUGrad21: It is commencement time! If you can’t be in person to support your #Rattler, don’t worry — we’ve got you covered! Check out the ceremonies live on our Facebook and YouTube Channel. Visit the link in our bio to access the live! pic.twitter.com/u4gYY0TiRr
— Florida A&M University (@FAMU_1887) July 30, 2021
FAMU Graduate Overcomes Personal and Family Struggles To Earn Doctorate in Civil Engineering
#FAMUNews: The journey to walking across the graduation stage for our graduates isn't always an easy one. Check out the story of Nemmi Cole, a FAMU Graduate who overcame personal and family struggles to earn a Doctorate in Civil Engineering. https://t.co/69rMpSRzD3
— Florida A&M University (@FAMU_1887) July 30, 2021
167 JSU student-athletes named to the SWAC Commissioner's Honor Roll
167 JSU student-athletes named to the SWAC Commissioner's Honor Roll 📖
— Jackson State Athletics (@GoJSUTigers) July 30, 2021
Read more ➡️ https://t.co/HoIVy5djgh#BleedTheeBlue x #ProtectTheeBlock
Let Me Hear You Roar! | The M4 Podcast
Let Me Hear You Roar! | The M4 Podcast https://t.co/nXrjAG0Zhr via @YouTube #UAPB #M4Loading #UAPBBand
— UAPB M4 BAND (@UAPBM4) July 30, 2021
Tampa Bay Buccaneers Sign Tackle Chidi Okeke, Tennessee State
🚨ICYMI🚨
— Tennessee State Football (@TSUTigersFB) July 30, 2021
Let’s give a #GoBigBlue shoutout to Chidi Okeke for signing with the @Buccaneers!#ProTigers#RoarCity pic.twitter.com/NZmH02SpQ6
Buccaneers Sign Tackle Chidi Okeke https://t.co/dd0Q5boVKr
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 30, 2021
Godwin Heights guard Jakhary Towns receives HBCU offer
Godwin Heights guard Jakhary Towns receives HBCU offer https://t.co/iU1ARpn6jU
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 30, 2021
Union Pines Grad Walker Selected to Lead Fayetteville State Softball
Union Pines Grad Walker Selected to Lead Fayetteville State Softball https://t.co/THcZIgc4KK
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 30, 2021
Edward Waters’ move to NCAA Division II a ‘game-changer’ for university
Edward Waters’ move to NCAA Division II a ‘game-changer’ for university https://t.co/kIMKe92jmz via @JaxBizJournal
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 30, 2021
Mack attack: Willie Mack III gets on a roll to grab first-round lead in APGA event at TPC Sawgrass
Mack attack: Willie Mack III gets on a roll to grab first-round lead in APGA event at TPC Sawgrass https://t.co/9UPSa6ohRs via @jaxdotcom
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 30, 2021
Nine Bulldogs Named To MEAC All-Preseason Team; SC State Picked 1st In League Race
Nine Bulldogs Named To MEAC All-Preseason Team; SC State Picked 1st In League Race https://t.co/k5kaHVNt9c
— SC State Athletics (@SCStateAthletic) July 30, 2021
— SC State Athletics (@SCStateAthletic) July 30, 2021
— SC State Athletics (@SCStateAthletic) July 30, 2021
— SC State Athletics (@SCStateAthletic) July 30, 2021
Three Bears Named to 2021 preseason All-MEAC Football Team
🐻🏈Three Bears Named to 2021 preseason All-@MEACSports Football Team✨
— Morgan State Bears (@MorganStBears) July 30, 2021
Read🆙👉https://t.co/zMrBcfNR6Q@UnderArmour | @Cricketnation #GoBears🔷🔶 pic.twitter.com/sZ2eMEJ6dd
🐻🏈Coach Wheatley @CoachWheat6 , Wesley Wolfolk @realwes7 & Kalen Jennings @KalenJennings reppin’ @MorganStateU at @MEACSports Media Day👏 pic.twitter.com/K9aSNtpq56
— Morgan State Football (@MSUBearsFB) July 30, 2021
🐻🏈Coach Wheatley, Wesley Wolfolk & Kalen Jennings did a great job reppin’ @MorganStateU at @MEACSports Media Day👏 #Norfolk @Cricketnation pic.twitter.com/Msu62e06Nt
— Morgan State Bears (@MorganStBears) July 30, 2021
Hall of Famer Bob Hayes (Florida A&M) is the only athlete to earn both an Olympic gold medal and a Super Bowl ring.
Hall of Famer Bob Hayes is the only athlete to earn both an Olympic gold medal and a Super Bowl ring.#Olympics | #OlympicGames | @dallascowboys pic.twitter.com/Cwwdjf1boe
— Pro Football Hall of Fame (@ProFootballHOF) July 27, 2021
Did you know? Three members of the Pro Football Hall of Fame have competed and won medals in the Olympics. Jim Thorpe (1912 Summer Olympics), Ollie Matson (1952 Summer Olympics) and Bob Hayes (1964 Summer Olympics).#Olympics | #OlympicGames pic.twitter.com/3eqlLJyFdv
— Pro Football Hall of Fame (@ProFootballHOF) July 27, 2021
WATCH: Centennial Class of 2020 member Harold Carmichael @lookitin , feels grateful to be among the select Hall of Famers to come from an HBCU school.
Centennial Class of 2020 member, @lookitin, feels grateful to be among the select Hall of Famers to come from an HBCU school. #PFHOF20 | @Eagles pic.twitter.com/FxDiL0oXlF
— Pro Football Hall of Fame (@ProFootballHOF) July 30, 2021
MEAC Announce 2021 ESPN Football Schedule
#MEACFB @MEACSports Announce 2021 ESPN Football Schedule #MEACPride https://t.co/FTAwyJ9Gpw
— Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) (@MEACSports) July 30, 2021
HBCU Football: Can Florida A&M contend in first year in the SWAC?
Can Florida A&M contend in first year in the SWAC? (via @pastorddp) https://t.co/8MM2K5X1dY
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 30, 2021
Alcorn Men’s Basketball Signs Eight Including Five Division I Transfers
Men’s Basketball Signs Eight Including Five Division I Transfershttps://t.co/4PZu06Ia4f pic.twitter.com/tnnPoaeVah
— Alcorn Sports (@BRAVESSPORTS) July 30, 2021
Undrafted free agent Anthony Tarke signed by Detroit Pistons
Congrats to @CoppinMBB Anthony Tarke (@AnthonyTarke) on signing a free agent contract with the @DetroitPistons pic.twitter.com/51tH2CAB3S
— Coppin Sports (@coppinsports) July 30, 2021
We couldn't be more proud of Coppin Alum Anthony Tarke @tarkestar on signing to an @nba team We will see him playing with the @detroitpistons pic.twitter.com/XEO7rG4YrX
— Coppin State U (@CoppinStateUniv) July 30, 2021
🐍 Florida A&M Football Season Ticket Renewals Deadline is July 31
#RattlerNation,
— Florida A&M Athletics (@FAMUAthletics) July 29, 2021
The 2021 football season is quickly approaching the Highest of Seven Hills. Rattler fans still have time to renew their Investing In Champions packages before the JULY 31 RENEWAL DEADLINE! #FAMU | #FAMUly | #FangsUp 🐍https://t.co/h8XZ66iE28
If they can do it, you can do it too!
#MotivationMonday: If they can do it, you can do it too! According to the @WSJ, FLA. is recording more Covid-19 cases than any other U.S. state. Do your part to #ProtectTheFAMULY. We can't be FAM without "U" getting vaccinated! #CallTheShots #FAMU25 #FAMU24 #FAMU23 #FAMU22 #FAMU pic.twitter.com/1nNlBIYw4g
— Florida A&M University (@FAMU_1887) July 26, 2021
FAMU To Award Honorary Degrees To Tom Joyner, Florida NAACP Conference President
#FAMU To Award Honorary Degrees To Tom Joyner, Florida NAACP Conference President @tomjoynerfound @FLNAACP https://t.co/Yu5ku0SKW4
— FAMU Foundation (@FAMUALUMNI1887) July 30, 2021
Mark Mitchell -- Wilberforce U. The Baskipedia Podcast
https://t.co/AyvgcWaPAD @Onnidan @HBCU_Lifestyle @HBCUGameday @NAIAHoopsReport @smcollegehoops
— Wilberforce Men’s Basketball (@TheForce1856) July 30, 2021
Sidibe Helps Youth Back Home with African NextGen Camp
Sidibe Helps Youth Back Home with African NextGen Camp https://t.co/2FJDdWuQEa
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 30, 2021
MEAC Announces 2021 Preseason All-Conference Honors, presented by TowneBank
MEAC Announces 2021 Preseason All-Conference Honors, presented by TowneBank https://t.co/69rBctHGT3
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 30, 2021
4 Lessons Employers Can Learn From Simone Biles
4 Lessons Employers Can Learn From Simone Biles https://t.co/GiQq8AB7E2 pic.twitter.com/IgvpCv1wlM
— Forbes (@Forbes) July 30, 2021
MEAC Announces 2021 Football Predicted Order of Finish, presented by The Home Depot
MEAC Announces 2021 Football Predicted Order of Finish, presented by The Home Depot https://t.co/1DO9mVGpMg
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 30, 2021
Delaware State Appoints Stockdale as Head Softball Coach
#MEACSB @DSUHornets Appoint Stockdale as Head Softball Coach #MEACPride https://t.co/WsBNxH8akW
— Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) (@MEACSports) July 29, 2021
NCCU Tennis Teams to Host Tennis Carnival on Aug. 1
#MEACTEN @NCCUAthletics Tennis Teams to Host Tennis Carnival on Aug. 1 #MEACPride https://t.co/CUDWsLzB0a
— Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) (@MEACSports) July 29, 2021
Hawks Tap Roger Petrin to Lead Bowling Program
#MEACBWL @ESHawksSports Tap Roger Petrin to Lead Bowling Program #MEACPride https://t.co/KSaW0jbW49
— Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) (@MEACSports) July 27, 2021
Watch the 2021 MEAC Football Media Day presented by Cricket Wireless
Watch the 2021 MEAC Football Media Day presented by Cricket Wireless on https://t.co/226ft8hIyJ
— Howard Athletics (@HUBisonSports) July 30, 2021
Thursday, July 29, 2021
Archdeacon: Central State football makeover includes $1 million new field
Archdeacon: Central State football makeover includes $1 million new field https://t.co/EQ1xPnrBxH
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 30, 2021
Continuing to see great progress being made by work Crews inside our stadium! pic.twitter.com/2hXfgWm9Zx
— AD Tara A. Owens (@ADTaraOwens) July 25, 2021
Ellenwood representing Alabama State at the 2020 Olympic Games
Ellenwood representing Alabama State at the 2020 Olympic Games https://t.co/M9Fz0fbvXI
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 30, 2021
A Beast Has Aroused!! New ERA of VUL Football Has Begun !!
COMMITTED 🐉
— Jeremiah Jordan (@jeremiah_j7) June 10, 2021
All Glory to the man above! pic.twitter.com/XaMuybpil9
A BEAST HAS AROUSE‼️ NEW ERA OF VUL FOOTBALL HAS BEGUN‼️ #BlazeATrail #NewEra #GoDragons @FootballVul pic.twitter.com/dpbdHyoPQl
— Kalvin Rymer (@COACHRYMER) June 2, 2021
Let’s go dragons pic.twitter.com/WBm8txUoSO
— VUL Football Recruiting (@FootballVul) May 31, 2021
Va. University of Lynchburg announces 2021 football schedule
Va. University of Lynchburg announces 2021 football schedule https://t.co/GKEpkVkGxU
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 29, 2021
2021 Dragons Football Schedule:
Sept.25 @DuqFB Oct. 9 @DelSt_Football Oct. 16 @NorfolkStateFB Oct. 23 @TNTechFootball Nov. 20 @HUBISONFOOTBALL pic.twitter.com/54dPbqjjJ9
— Head Football Coach VUL Tim Newman (@TNewamn) July 9, 2021
Maroon Tigers Win Third SIAC Citizenship Award
MAROON TIGERS WIN THIRD SIAC CITIZENSHIP AWARD https://t.co/tWIUBck9jF
— Morehouse Athletics (@MaroonTigers) July 29, 2021
Florida A&M Football Season Ticket Renewals Deadline is July 31
#RattlerNation,
— Florida A&M Athletics (@FAMUAthletics) July 29, 2021
The 2021 football season is quickly approaching the Highest of Seven Hills. Rattler fans still have time to renew their Investing In Champions packages before the JULY 31 RENEWAL DEADLINE! #FAMU | #FAMUly | #FangsUp 🐍https://t.co/h8XZ66iE28
HBCUs Deploy Covid-19 Pandemic Funds to Forgive Millions in Student Debt
Historically Black colleges and universities are clearing past-due balances, paving the way for students to re-enroll or get their diplomas https://t.co/04z0R2beQh via @WSJ
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 29, 2021
Peach Jam: Elite Basketball Recruits’ Interest in HBCU Still Real, Less Loud
Peach Jam: Elite Basketball Recruits’ Interest in HBCU Still Real, Less Loud https://t.co/nA1iZl3JEL
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 29, 2021
Jackson State’s White Tabbed 2021 SWAC Woman of the Year
Jackson State’s White Tabbed 2021 SWAC Woman of the Year #BuildingChampionsForLife https://t.co/zsExiZzZYM
— Southwestern Athletic Conference (@theswac) July 27, 2021
Troy Baxter Jr. had to learn to fall in love with the grind
Troy Baxter Jr. had to learn to fall in love with the grind https://t.co/qFGWbLeUYX via @yardbarker #GoBears🔷🔶 #GoTroy👏
— Morgan State Bears (@MorganStBears) July 29, 2021
Pres. Biden: "It's an American blessing that we have vaccines for each and every American...It's such a shame to squander that blessing."
Pres. Biden: "It's an American blessing that we have vaccines for each and every American...It's such a shame to squander that blessing." https://t.co/59tsvc7M0Y pic.twitter.com/VzepXMrl5Z
— ABC News (@ABC) July 29, 2021
SWAC Announces 2020-21 Commissioner's Honor Roll
SWAC Announces 2020-21 Commissioner's Honor Roll #BuildingChampionsForLife https://t.co/OiQ0QLQwas
— Southwestern Athletic Conference (@theswac) July 29, 2021
WATCH: SIAC Annouces 2021 Football Preseason All Conference and Predicted Order of Finish
SIAC ANNOUNCES 2021 FOOTBALL PRESEASON ALL CONFERENCE AND PREDICTED ORDER OF FINISH #LEADERSRISEHERE pic.twitter.com/o8WQXj1tXw
— The SIAC (@TheSIAC) July 29, 2021
2020-21 SIAC All-Academic Honors Announces
2020-21 SIAC ALL-ACADEMIC HONORS ANNOUNCED#LeadersRiseHere https://t.co/lXyYvCG3ce
— The SIAC (@TheSIAC) July 28, 2021
After defying 2019 expectations, Savannah State football team takes lofty prediction in stride
After defying 2019 expectations, Savannah State football team takes lofty prediction in stride https://t.co/d84g2snmmm via @SavannahNow
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 29, 2021
UAPB Transfer Jeremy Brown Ranked 21st Among Returning Tight Ends
UAPB Transfer Jeremy Brown Ranked 21st Among Returning Tight Endshttps://t.co/PNC7J4KXJ8
— Alcorn Sports (@BRAVESSPORTS) July 29, 2021
Bucs waive former FAMU OT Calvin Ashley after rookie leaves training camp
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have waived rookie offensive tackle Calvin Ashley after he left the team Thursday https://t.co/PacadKEtbr
— The Bucs Wire (@TheBucsWire) July 29, 2021
Bucs Waive Rookie Tackle Calvin Ashley https://t.co/aK9HSNifIj
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 29, 2021
Here is why Alcorn State football 'hyped up' to revive Soul Bowl rivalry with Jackson State
"That game is going to be very hyped up, and the hype is always going to be around it," Alcorn State senior defensive back Taurence Wilson said at SWAC Media Day.
— CL Sports (@CLSports) July 29, 2021
"There's not too much I have to say about that game to get me or the fellas hyped up."
https://t.co/CARaBdG5Xn
Big South Announces 2021 Football Television Package
NEWS: Big South Announces 2021 #BigSouthFB🏈 Television Packagehttps://t.co/vAuBN0lHJS
— Big South Conference (@BigSouthSports) July 28, 2021
Welcome to the Jungle
Welcome to the Jungle🔥🐅⚾️ pic.twitter.com/rtCCizRxic
— Tuskegee Baseball (@Skegeebaseball) July 28, 2021
WVSU basketball: Yellow Jackets invited to HBCU Tip-Off
WVSU basketball: Yellow Jackets invited to HBCU Tip-Off https://t.co/wNsP9C62bz via @wvgazettemail
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 29, 2021
Dr. Charlotte P. Morris elected as 9th President of Tuskegee University by Board of Trustees
The Tuskegee University Board of Trustees is proud to announce that interim president Dr. Charlotte Morris has been elected the ninth president of Tuskegee University, effective August 1, 2021. https://t.co/05lekfuAV0 pic.twitter.com/9qNUKkIM3V
— TUSKEGEE UNIVERSITY (@TuskegeeUniv) July 26, 2021
ICYMI, On Monday Dr. Charlotte P. Morris spoke with WSFA about her vision and plans for Tuskegee University. https://t.co/qHdGrrgIWG
— TUSKEGEE UNIVERSITY (@TuskegeeUniv) July 28, 2021
Savannah State student athletes required to be vaccinated under new SIAC COVID-19 policy
Savannah State student athletes required to be vaccinated under new SIAC COVID-19 policy https://t.co/vzYOhzFyii via @SavannahNow
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 29, 2021
Chris Paul, Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame partnering for four-team HBCU tournament
Phoenix Suns: Chris Paul HBCU Tip-off set for Nov. 22-23 with four-team event https://t.co/GjXqUwH5B3 via @azcentral
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 29, 2021
This is gonna be dope 🔥 https://t.co/sTrR1oGGCA
— Chris Paul (@CP3) July 28, 2021
Chris Paul, Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame partnering for four-team HBCU tournament https://t.co/qie8E0l9ox
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 29, 2021
NBA Draft 2021: How to watch on TV, streaming, first round draft order
NBA Draft 2021: How to watch on TV, streaming, first round draft order https://t.co/HUp3cPtifd
— CL Sports (@CLSports) July 29, 2021
Wednesday, July 28, 2021
Alabama A&M Men’s and Women’s Track & Field Make History With First USTFCCCA All-Academic Team Awards
Alabama A&M Men’s and Women’s Track & Field Make History With First USTFCCCA All-Academic Team Awards https://t.co/glYd4vJgYS
— Ala. A&M Athletics (@AAMUBulldogs) July 24, 2021
Alabama A&M Announces Addition of Ka'Lisa Stanfield as Associate Athletic Director for Academics and SWA
Alabama A&M Announces Addition of Ka'Lisa Stanfield as Associate Athletic Director for Academics and SWA https://t.co/ULYJE6EZEQ
— Ala. A&M Athletics (@AAMUBulldogs) July 28, 2021
Gallot reflects on five years as Grambling State University president
When Gallot came in as the 10th president of GSU, the university was on fiscal watch by the Board of Regents. “Our finances are in better shape than they’ve ever been,” he said https://t.co/CEVCwpoJc1
— The News-Star (@thenewsstar) July 29, 2021
North Carolina A&T transition to Big South Conference
.@BigSouthSports has added HBCU football elite to its ranks. https://t.co/9BjuWAjEET pic.twitter.com/7tsjeAdajL
— The Charlotte Post (@thecharpost) July 28, 2021
.@NCATFootball senior running back @dcmaine30 runs with power. He earned preseason @BigSouthSports all-conference first team selection. https://t.co/a5UQjDFPye pic.twitter.com/pkz7esIRfl
— The Charlotte Post (@thecharpost) July 28, 2021
Dillard Athletics Earns NAIA Champions of Character ® Five-Star Institution Bronze Level Award for 2020-21
🏆@GeauxDU Named an @NAIA Champions of Character® Five-Star Institution for 2020-21 #MyDU #GeauxBleu #NAIACofC
— Dillard Athletics (@GeauxDU) July 28, 2021
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David Named USTFCCCA DII Men's Indoor Scholar Field Athlete of the Year
Kizan David is the @USTFCCCA @NCAADII Scholar Field Athlete of the Year! https://t.co/quWDqaVNYz#miaatf
— Lincoln University (Missouri) Athletics (@GoBlueTigers) July 28, 2021
If you don’t know his name by now, then you will soon!
If you don’t know his name by now, then you will soon!@MarkqueseB is about dominate the 2021 season!#RattlerNation purchase your Orange Blossom Classic tickets to witness Markquese make plays all over the field vs. Jackson State.
— Florida A&M Football 🏈 (@FAMU_FB) July 28, 2021
🎟 https://t.co/eaSiPdgGfI#FAMU pic.twitter.com/Fl6RiTtZNk
🍊🏈 Don't miss out on the best seat in the house! Click the link in our bio to purchase your Orange Blossom Classic tickets, September 5, 2021, at Hard Rock Stadium!
— orangeblossomfc (@orangeblossomfc) July 16, 2021
Tickets 🎟: https://t.co/lkzJX5beKy
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Hotels starting at $109: https://t.co/rGVNVurSF4#orangeblossom2021 pic.twitter.com/kNJ321lMKB
NASA Grants Millions for Engineering, STEM Efforts at Minority-Serving Colleges
#NASA will give up to $1.2 million in funding each to go toward @ASUHornetNation,@FAMU_1887,@DrakeState, @NavajoTech, and @JavelinaNation and University of Massachusetts in Boston's engineering and STEM efforts.https://t.co/OsduzGyMod
— BNC (@BNCNews) July 28, 2021
AUDIO REWIND: Jason Horn - FMU Athletic Director
AUDIO REWIND: Jason @JHornFMU Horn - FMU Athletic Director https://t.co/d7YzbRxvJZ#RepFMU #OnePride @FLMemorialUniv @BaseballFmu @FMULionsFB
— FMU Lions 😷 (@GoFmuLions) July 28, 2021
Simone Biles withdrawal puts mental health in global spotlight
Simone Biles withdrawal puts mental health in global spotlight https://t.co/qH9bobTxvH
— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) July 28, 2021
Construction at Bragg Memorial Stadium to be an ongoing project throughout the 2021 season
Construction at Bragg Memorial Stadium to be an ongoing project throughout the 2021 season https://t.co/pOTr8zpfUe
— Tallahassee Democrat (@TDOnline) July 28, 2021
Former Little Rock star Solomon Bozeman set to usher in new era at UAPB
Former Little Rock star Solomon Bozeman set to usher in new era at UAPB https://t.co/7E4ARlNjwi
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 28, 2021
A&T's Serber Earns Pitching Coach Designation With USA Baseball
A&T's Serber Earns Pitching Coach Designation With USA Baseball https://t.co/8UimAy3aYC
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 28, 2021
Wiley College board signs Felton for another five years as HBCU president
Wiley College board signs Felton for another five years as HBCU president https://t.co/38JERUSzGm via @News_Messenger
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 28, 2021
SIAC to host virtual Football Media Day presented by UBS
SIAC to Host Virtual Football Media Day presented by UBS https://t.co/06Dm3FLrsC
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 28, 2021
SIAC: The Delta Variant Will Drive A Steep Rise In U.S. COVID Deaths, A New Model Shows
— The SIAC (@TheSIAC) July 23, 2021
SIAC Announces Student-Athlete Vaccination Policy https://t.co/nmJ0kTf9tw
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 28, 2021
CIAA Partners with Metro Esports to Foster Educational & Career Opportunities within Esports & Gaming
CIAA Partners with @MetroEsportsUS to Foster Educational & Career Opportunities within Esports & Gaming #CIAAEsports https://t.co/rKx1ZWeDbV
— CIAA (@CIAAForLife) July 26, 2021
VUU Golf Wins HBCU Academic National Championship
VUU GOLF WINS HBCU ACADEMIC NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP https://t.co/OyX8lkXUDQ @VUUNAAInc @vuupresident @VAUnion1865 @CIAAForLife
— Virginia Union Sport (@VUUPanthers) July 26, 2021
VIDEO UPDATE: NSU is now requiring COVID vaccination
VIDEO UPDATE: In light of new delta variant infections spreading in Virginia, President Adams-Gaston says "We must do better. We must keep our community safe." Watch her video statement and learn why NSU is now requiring vaccination. #VaccinesWork #VaccinesSaveLives pic.twitter.com/u7gnzJEjSg
— Norfolk State University (@Norfolkstate) July 28, 2021
The benefits of getting the COVID-19 vaccination are numerous. From Jan. 21 to June 25, unvaccinated or partially vaccinated Virginians made up 99.4% of new COVID-19 cases, 99.0% of COVID-19 hospitalizations and 99.3% of COVID-19 deaths. The data is clear. https://t.co/lH8L9mv0MQ pic.twitter.com/1L0h9EW44A
— Norfolk State University (@Norfolkstate) July 27, 2021
Hampton hopes experiences during pandemic will be a foundation for success
Hampton hopes experiences during pandemic will be a foundation for success https://t.co/iP2LVX7KgW
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 28, 2021
Watch Now: N.C. A&T players and coaches are excited about Big South football
The Aggies play their first game in their new conference Oct. 2 against Robert Morris at Truist Stadium. https://t.co/TVWp8sBCEm
— News & Record (@NewsandRecord) July 27, 2021
WATCH: Prince George (VA) track star overcomes health hurdles on the way to his goals
Prince George track star overcomes health hurdles on the way to his goals https://t.co/vF1NyqFXl0
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 28, 2021
FAMU lineman on season opener against Jackson State: 'We're ready for all competition
FAMU will be the first team to see coach Deion Sanders' first full recruiting class at Jackson State, which is the highest-rated in program history. https://t.co/CqPSCLSFX1
— CL Sports (@CLSports) July 28, 2021
Tuesday, July 27, 2021
In Memorial. Remembering Willie The Wisp Galimore, who passed away this day, 1964 at age 29.
In Memorial. Remembering Willie The Wisp Galimore, who passed away this day, 1964 at age 29. Left: Galimore & Coach Jake Gaither, Florida A&M Rattlers. Right: Galimore, Chicago Bears #FangsUp #HBCU #LeaveNoDoubt @TheYardHBCU @elevenbravo138 @FilmHistoric #collegefootball #dabears pic.twitter.com/GczVrjfO6g
— History of College Football (@HistColFootball) July 27, 2021
NFL Films: Willie "The Wisp" Galimore-Chicago Bears https://t.co/4DG6SIrteK via @YouTube
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 27, 2021
Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Robert McCullum Elite Basketball Camp has been canceled.
Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Robert McCullum Elite Basketball Camp has been canceled.
— Florida A&M Men’s Basketball 🏀 (@FAMU_MBB) July 26, 2021
We are sorry for any inconvenience this has caused.
If there are any additional questions please contact isaac.brown@famu.edu#FAMU I #FAMUly | #ThinkBig | #BuildingChampions pic.twitter.com/7iTXzWRcLa
Details on renovation of Livingstone College football stadium
Details on renovation of Livingstone College football stadium https://t.co/WGvM8MQlMf
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 27, 2021
NC A&T football adjusting to new home in Big South Conference
NC A&T football adjusting to new home in Big South Conference https://t.co/27ZCuXa8EA
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 27, 2021
N.C. A&T Expecting Tougher Competition in the Big South
.@NCATFootball expecting tougher competition in @BigSouthSports, where Monmouth and Kennesaw State were picked 1-2 ahead of the Aggies.https://t.co/4r6KizXpO4
— FCS Football (@FCS_STATS) July 27, 2021
Central State Coach @BobbyRome is ready to get back on the field!
Continuing to see great progress being made by work Crews inside our stadium! pic.twitter.com/2hXfgWm9Zx
— AD Tara A. Owens (@ADTaraOwens) July 25, 2021
We are ready!!! https://t.co/1Va1TiVl8F
— Classic For Columbus (@classicforcbus) July 27, 2021
2021 MIAA Football Coaches, Media Preseason Poll Announced
Northwest Missouri State took the top spot in the MIAA preseason coaches and media polls, announced on Tuesday. https://t.co/lHu0EPxm4s
— D2Football (@D2Football) July 27, 2021