MEAC/SWAC SPORTS MAIN STREET™: 2026

Wednesday, August 5, 2026

Here are the 2026 #SWACWSOC Preseason Polls

The votes are in. 📥⚽

Here are the 2026 #SWACWSOC Preseason Polls. 📊#SWACWSOC | #BuildingChampionsForLife pic.twitter.com/JuokiuRMKz
— Southwestern Athletic Conference (@theswac) August 5, 2026

FAMU Incomparable Marching 100 | "We Fall Down" | "Holy, Holy, Holy" | Total Praise

Alcorn Soccer Predicted Fourth in SWAC Preseason

𝙎𝙒𝘼𝘾 𝙎𝙊𝘾𝘾𝙀𝙍 𝙋𝙍𝙀𝙎𝙀𝘼𝙎𝙊𝙉 𝙋𝙊𝙇𝙇
Braves tabbed fourth in @theswac preseason poll announced Wednesday, August 5.#WeAre | #AlwaysAlcorn
🗞️ https://t.co/vk0ZDOmwnP pic.twitter.com/32zhkPFe8T
— Alcorn State Braves Athletics (@BRAVESSPORTS) August 6, 2026

Fort Mill High School (S.C.) Jumper/Sprinter Mia Williams Signed with Alabama State University

I am thankful for the opportunities that God has set before me and have made a decision with my commitment. I have decided to sign with Alabama State University. #TrustTheProcess #SwarmAs1 @BamaState1867 @BamaStateXCTF pic.twitter.com/sqNp3fp2GA
— Mia Williams (@miawill_iams) August 5, 2026

Since I decided to change my commitment, God has blessed me with three Division 1 full scholarship offers, 2 D1 partial offers and several Division 2 offers. I don’t know what I did to deserve this honor, but I am grateful. #trusttheprocess
— Mia Williams (@miawill_iams) July 28, 2026

What can I say? It was scorching! 111-119 degrees. I was ready to go!https://t.co/BR3nDbY6eD
— Mia Williams (@miawill_iams) July 16, 2026

#NewProfilePic pic.twitter.com/R9T3Pvvcff
— Mia Williams (@miawill_iams) July 25, 2026

8-5-26 - The O&G StrikeZone - Ep.6.1 - The Winners Are Announced

8-5-26 - The O&G StrikeZone - Ep.6.1 - The Winners Are Announced https://t.co/XHJ6uC7kL2
— Coach Bryan (@DrB365) August 6, 2026

PIGSKIN PRESSTALK: HEAD COACH RICHARD HAYES | FSUBroncos

PIGSKIN PRESSTALK: HEAD COACH RICHARD HAYES https://t.co/CjZ4YspmXr
— FSU Broncos (@FSUBroncos) August 6, 2026

Competition fueling Alabama State's football's revamped secondary in fall camp | Jaeden Day

Competition fueling Alabama State's football's revamped secondary in fall camp https://t.co/4aMmrKXtGT
— MontgomeryAdvertiser (@MGMAdvertiser) August 5, 2026

@SavStateFB Head Coach Thomas Howard gave his thoughts following the team’s first practice

@SavStateFB Head Coach Thomas Howard gave his thoughts following the team’s first practice. #HailSSU! #ClawDown!🐅🔵🟠🏈 https://t.co/qy2ffgNnsl
— Savannah State University Athletics (@SavStateTigers) August 5, 2026

Beyond the Jersey Episode 1: South Carolina State Football | MEAC Digital Network

Beyond the Jersey Episode 1: South Carolina State Football https://t.co/5Twy7vGNnl via @YouTube
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) August 6, 2026

Chicago State Football has added a road game at Southern Utah on Nov. 21 to the inaugural 2026 season schedule. 🏈

🚨 Schedule Update 🚨

Chicago State Football has added a road game at Southern Utah on Nov. 21 to the inaugural 2026 season schedule. 🏈#GoCougars #ChicagoStateFootball pic.twitter.com/SZvWksxNXe
— Chicago State Athletics (@ChiStateCougars) May 28, 2026

30 DAYS UNTIL KICKOFF 🏈

Every practice. Every rep. Every day brings us closer to history.

🎟️ Secure your seats: https://t.co/AR06yhupdt

Witness History#CSUFootball #WitnessHistory #GoCougars pic.twitter.com/yXapetSB2T
— Chicago State Athletics (@ChiStateCougars) July 30, 2026

Locked in. Focused. Hungry.

The inaugural season is getting closer. 🏈🔥#GoCougars #WitnessHistory #BuiltInChicago pic.twitter.com/xwJpZ4yr3V
— Chicago State Athletics (@ChiStateCougars) July 27, 2026

🐍 Congrats to journalism senior Autumn Haddox on landing the @andscape Rhoden Fellowship with @espn ! 🎉

#SJGCOnTheMove 🐍 | Congrats to journalism senior Autumn Haddox on landing the @andscape Rhoden Fellowship with @espn! 🎉

The fellowship trains rising sports journalists in the tradition of William C. Rhoden, covering the intersection of sports, race and culture. Autumn spent… pic.twitter.com/051Psn2dli
— FAMU School of Journalism & Graphic Communication (@FAMUSJGC82) August 5, 2026

Energy, excitement evident as WSSU opens practice with new coaching staff | John Dell

Energy, excitement evident as WSSU opens practice with new coaching staff https://t.co/ScTZ4c8E0n via @JournalNow
— John Dell (@johndellWSJ) August 5, 2026

Norfolk State men’s basketball team to play 3 games in Puerto Rico |

Norfolk State men’s basketball team to play 3 games in Puerto Rico: https://t.co/9KlonT5mz4
— VirginianPilotSports (@PilotSportsNow) August 5, 2026

Every recruit wants the biggest offer, but the right opportunity matters more than the biggest logo | HBCU Hour

Every recruit wants the biggest offer, but the right opportunity matters more than the biggest logo.
Coach @teddyk95 keeps it real about expectations, fit, and understanding your true level.
Fit over hype. Opportunity over ego.#HBCUFootball #Recruiting pic.twitter.com/NpQJVIccCK
— HBCU Hour (@HBCU_Hour) August 4, 2026

Competition fueling Alabama State's football's revamped secondary in fall camp | Jaeden Day

Competition fueling Alabama State's football's revamped secondary in fall camp https://t.co/ZKg64Ax1PI
— Advertiser Sports (@mgmsports) August 5, 2026

The SIAC Sit Down | Tuskegee Head Coach Aaron James on Returning Home & Leading the Golden Tigers | HBCU Gameday

This week @SportVoiceJW and I sat down with @MyTUAthletics Head Coach Aaron James. We had a great discussion about the state of @SkegeeFootball . Check out the full interview on @HBCUGameday . Be sure to like and subscribe.https://t.co/tvaM23DAyT
— slythesportsguy (@slythesportsguy) August 5, 2026

Prairie View A&M Football Schedule 2026 | Kyle T. Mosley

A look at the SWAC West football schedules for the upcoming 2026 season. Starting with the 2025 division champs - The Prairie View A&M Panthers! @pvamufb_ @hbculegends @pv_vs_everybody @pvnationfans @PVAMUPanthers @107Panther57195

PVAMU: https://t.co/yPYZFLRov8 pic.twitter.com/ZsX4mFQUsn
— Kyle T. Mosley (@KyleTMosley) August 1, 2026

STREAMING NOW! COACHES SPEAK with Coach Chennis Berry! | Kyle T. Mosley

STREAMING NOW! COACHES SPEAK with Coach Chennis Berry! @hbculegends @coachberry77 @SCState_Fb

WATCH: https://t.co/wGITlNkXoN pic.twitter.com/kxUCiptXhJ
— Kyle T. Mosley (@KyleTMosley) August 1, 2026

#GoDogs

Pictures don’t lie… 📸🐶

Practice 6 was PACKED with explosive plays, relentless effort, and Bulldogs flying to the football from whistle to whistle.

Every rep matters.
Every snap is earned.
Every day we’re chasing the standard and attacking the next opportunity with a… pic.twitter.com/6Mh7a1hZNM
— South Carolina State Football (@SCState_Fb) August 6, 2026

Tomekia Reed Reveals Near-Fatal Health Crisis, Details Fight to Return to Coaching | Kyle T. Mosley

On Reed's Fight: https://t.co/jJP6TplMz1
— Kyle T. Mosley (@KyleTMosley) August 5, 2026

I experienced the darkest moment of my life. Many thought I took a break but those close to me knew I was fighting for life. ICU for 2 months, intubated and placed on a ventilator, collapsed lungs and failed kidneys. Family was called in to prepare for the worst. But GOD!! pic.twitter.com/xbhj973wd6
— Coach Tomekia Reed (@CoachTReed) August 5, 2026

#ItsPersonal https://t.co/gQKyRZGYYL
— Coach Tomekia Reed (@CoachTReed) August 3, 2026

FAMU Rattlers celebrate their successes during summer 2026 graduation | Florida A&M University

Photos: Check out the photos from FAMU's summer 2026 commencement ceremony that was held for the university's graduating class. https://t.co/TmWsDC8xhN
— Tallahassee Democrat (@TDOnline) August 5, 2026

Division II adopts age-based eligibility model | Asha Evans

Division II adopts age-based eligibility model, effective for the 2026-27 academic year.

📰 https://t.co/EGNMdhsTBI #MakeItYours
— NCAA Division II (@NCAADII) August 5, 2026

NCAA Division II has adopted the 5-for-5 eligibility rule, effective immediately.https://t.co/JiD1qJVDRw
— Zach Barnett (@zach_barnett) August 6, 2026

Lincoln University's ribbon-cutting for its newly-constructed, $45.5-million campus building was a homecoming of sorts

Lincoln University's ribbon-cutting for its newly-constructed, $45.5-million campus building was a homecoming of sorts. #JCMO #MidMo https://t.co/4qZUs7tsqQ
— Jefferson City News Tribune (@NewsTribune) August 5, 2026

Today, your South Carolina State Football Bulldogs had the incredible honor of hearing from a true Bulldog icon—Coach Willie Jeffries

#GoDogs

💎 GEMS OF GREATNESS 💎

Today, your South Carolina State Football Bulldogs had the incredible honor of hearing from a true Bulldog icon—Coach Willie Jeffries.

A pioneer. A legend. A champion.

Coach Jeffries reminded our Bulldogs that wearing the garnet and navy is… pic.twitter.com/U1oNDeNfF5
— South Carolina State Football (@SCState_Fb) August 5, 2026

Reserve your tickets to the 𝐑𝐞𝐝 𝐓𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐜 today!

🇺🇸 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗠𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗩𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀 🎖️

Reserve your tickets to the 𝐑𝐞𝐝 𝐓𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐜 today!
➡️ https://t.co/0wocNaX18b @SkegeeFootball @MyTUAthletics @uwa_football @UWAAthletics pic.twitter.com/xNl4eMK1wV
— Red Tails Classic (@RedTailsClassic) August 5, 2026

How FAMU football began forging identity in first full-pad practice | Gerald Thomas III

FAMU faced its “necessary evil” of training camp today: Full pads.

It could help the Rattlers establish an identity entering the 2026 football season under first-year head coach Quinn Gray Sr. 🏈 https://t.co/10HLhWJ7h8
— G. Thomas III (@3peatgee) August 5, 2026

🐍 Single game tickets for 2026 FAMU Football are ON SALE NOW! 🐍

🐍 Single game tickets for 2026 FAMU Football are ON SALE NOW! 🐍

Aug. 29 vs. Albany State
Sep. 19 vs. Tenn. State
Sep. 26 vs. AAMU
Oct. 24 vs. UAPB (Homecoming)
Oct. 31 vs. Southern
Nov. 14 vs. MVSUhttps://t.co/uEbDd9d4Eg #FangsUp x #RestoreTheStrike x #AllIn pic.twitter.com/jUg3wbfpKl
— Florida A&M Football 🏈 (@FAMU_FB) August 5, 2026

HUGE CONGRATULATIONS to 2027 Faith Etienne for committing to Howard University‼️🦬

HUGE CONGRATULATIONS to 2027 Faith Etienne for committing to Howard University‼️🦬 pic.twitter.com/qG2dq0RD3d
— Just Play Elite Lady P32 (@JPElite_Girls) August 5, 2026

Sights and sounds of WSSU's first football practice | John Dell

Sights and sounds of WSSU's first football practice https://t.co/KUJwKKx3QS via @JournalNow
— John Dell (@johndellWSJ) August 5, 2026

Former Norfolk State football great, NFL receiver Ray Jarvis dies at 77 | Trevyn Gray

Former Norfolk State football great, NFL receiver Ray Jarvis dies at 77: https://t.co/ENjCJ3aVAn
— Daily Press (@Daily_Press) August 5, 2026

Albany State football adopts Dougherty County elementary schools ahead of 2026 season | Aaron Meaux

https://t.co/Q0hh5NBcKk
— Albany State Football (@ASUGoldenRamFB) August 5, 2026

Looking at the RB position for Alabama State football ahead of 2026 | Jaeden Day

Looking at the RB position for Alabama State football ahead of 2026 https://t.co/oAJgdjEIYO
— MontgomeryAdvertiser (@MGMAdvertiser) August 5, 2026

Celebration Bowl 2026 sleepers: 4 HBCU football underdogs to watch

Celebration Bowl 2026 sleepers: 4 HBCU football underdogs to watch https://t.co/4NKa7WOXFp
— HBCU News & Sports (@sports_hbcu) August 5, 2026

Quinn Gray on first full pads day ahead of FAMU football scrimmage | Gerald Thomas III

Quinn Gray on first full pads day ahead of FAMU football scrimmage https://t.co/pDoywMKmdJ
— Tallahassee Democrat (@TDOnline) August 5, 2026

Another age-based eligibility lawsuit has been filed, this time in Georgia | Pete Nakos

Another age-based eligibility lawsuit has been filed, this time in Georgia. Among the plaintiffs listed are Jamichael Stillwell and Chauncey Wiggins, who are currently in the transfer portal. https://t.co/uOWMfDRMry https://t.co/7OnKTJvaWA pic.twitter.com/WKmHPCTbM1
— Pete Nakos (@PeteNakos) July 13, 2026

Can Mickey Joseph & Grambling State Win The SWAC West in 2026? | Full Preview

Can Mickey Joseph & Grambling State Win The SWAC West in 2026? | Full Previewhttps://t.co/yi5OiqJ5nT
— SWACTalk (@swactalk76) August 5, 2026

Eagles Announce 2026 Cross Country Schedule

The Eagles' men and women will run at the WakeMed Soccer Park course in Cary, N.C., three times this season, including the MEAC Championships! @NCCUTrack_Field #EaglePride

Story: https://t.co/R74r62JxAW pic.twitter.com/G2t2uado7N
— NCCU Athletics (@NCCUAthletics) August 5, 2026

Top 25 Returning FCS Tight Ends In 2026 | Sam Herder

Top 25 Returning #FCS Tight Ends In 2026https://t.co/mZT8RhrrfN
— Sam Herder (@SamHerderFCS) August 5, 2026

FAMU football DE Antonio Camon says Dark Cloud Defense will return | Gerald Thomas III

FAMU football DE Antonio Camon says Dark Cloud Defense will return https://t.co/6lDTNVDvVR
— Tallahassee Democrat (@TDOnline) August 5, 2026

MVSU Announces 2026 Men’s and Women’s Cross Country Schedule

https://t.co/xVZixudM3W
— Mississippi Valley State Athletics (@MVSUDevilSports) August 5, 2026

Academic Champions: Wiley University tops HBCUAC with 153 Honor Roll

Academic Champions! We lead the @HBCUAC with 153 Commissioner's Honor Roll recipients. Our athletes maintained a 3.0 or higher GPA while competing. Thirty posted a 4.0.https://t.co/TeUc0Kxkta #FeartheClaws #WhereWinnersThrive #GoForthInspired pic.twitter.com/1cM3giMQGQ
— Wiley Athletics (@WileyAthletics) August 5, 2026

The first sport of the year gets underway tonight with an exhibition at Louisiana Tech!

The first sport of the year gets underway tonight with an exhibition at Louisiana Tech! @gsutigers_wsoc | #GramFam | #ThisIsTheG🐯 https://t.co/Q1iJ3Qm8HP
— Grambling State Athletics (@GSU_TIGERS) August 5, 2026

Southern football transfer Ronnie Crosby is no longer with the team | Toyloy Brown III

Southern football transfer Ronnie Crosby is no longer with the team.

More on the SEC product's departure ⬇️https://t.co/mgef47DCu2
— Toyloy Brown III (@TJ3rd_) August 5, 2026

First day in pads for #Southern and OL coach Donald Penn was on 1⃣! pic.twitter.com/90igZKenic
— Kevin Batiste (@KBatisteJr) August 5, 2026

B-CU Cross Country Releases 2026 Schedule

B-CU Cross Country Releases 2026 Schedule https://t.co/Nvu6mfVM17
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) August 5, 2026

MEAC Announces 2026 Football Schedule Across ESPN Networks

MEAC Announces 2026 Football Schedule Across ESPN Networks https://t.co/zmwxVXdUmY
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) August 5, 2026

USA Today Readers' Choice Awards official ranking of the top 10 winning bands will be revealed on August 26, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. ET | Southern University Human Jukebox Marching Band

Public voting runs daily until August 17, 2026, at 11:59 a.m. ET on the USA Today Readers' Choice Awards page. Active Nominees: The 20 Contenders on the active 2026 leaderboard include groups like the University of Illinois Marching Illini, Penn State Blue Band, Ohio State Marching Band, Western Carolina Pride of the Mountains Band, Jackson State Sonic Boom of the South, Southern University Human Jukebox, Florida A&M University Marching 100, and North Carolina A&T State University Blue and Gold Marching Machine.

VOTE HERE FOR THE BEST MARCHING BAND: LINK | What is the Best College Marching Band for 2026? You must vote DAILY for band to remain competitive in the rankings!!!

Marching Band Leaderboard - August 5, 2026

Tuesday, August 4, 2026

Lincoln Men's Soccer Ranked #16 in National Preseason Poll

BREAKING: @lumo_msoc Picked #16 in the USC Division II National Preseason Poll! https://t.co/xmCIxS47Hp #glvcmsoc #GBT
— Lincoln University (Missouri) Athletics (@GoBlueTigers) August 4, 2026

Before the Faulk Era begins, we honor one of the greatest to ever wear the Blue & Gold

25 Days. ⏳

Before the Faulk Era begins, we honor one of the greatest to ever wear the Blue & Gold. @Willie_Quinn25

Willie Quinn rewrote the Southern record books, finishing his career as the Jaguar’s All-Time Leading Receiver with:
🏈 3,187 Receiving Yards
🔥 26 Receiving… pic.twitter.com/NZZtD1XqpZ
— SU Recruiting Spotlight (@Recruit4SU) August 4, 2026

Sonja Stills Signs MEAC Contract Extension Through 2031| Kyle T. Mosley

MEAC Commissioner Sonja Stills has agreed to a five-year contract extension through 2031.

16 championship sports. The MEAC Network. Long-term ESPN agreements. The first woman to lead a D-I HBCU conference now has a mandate that runs into the next decade!#MEAC #HBCU @MEACSports… pic.twitter.com/P33XScTY33
— Kyle T. Mosley (@KyleTMosley) August 4, 2026

New NCAA letter to membership re: Colorado lawsuit on age-based eligibility model | Pete Nakos

New NCAA letter to membership re: Colorado lawsuit on age-based eligibility model:

“The Wisne case is just one of many cases challenging the eligibility framework adopted by the membership.” pic.twitter.com/lmnY43lrDe
— Pete Nakos (@PeteNakos) August 4, 2026

8/4/26 - Dr. Cavil's Inside the HBCU Sports Lab - Ep 842

8/4/26 - Dr. Cavil's Inside the HBCU Sports Lab - Ep 842 https://t.co/cMLdkULqI0
— Black College Sports Network (@MyBCSN1) August 4, 2026

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐚𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐮𝐥𝐥𝐝𝐨𝐠𝐬 𝐰𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐝 𝐮𝐩 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐟𝐢𝐟𝐭𝐡 𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐟𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐜𝐚𝐦𝐩

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐚𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐮𝐥𝐥𝐝𝐨𝐠𝐬 𝐰𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐝 𝐮𝐩 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐟𝐢𝐟𝐭𝐡 𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐟𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐜𝐚𝐦𝐩#𝐃𝐚𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐬𝐞 https://t.co/1O6HxDG8B2
— Alabama A&M Athletics (@_AAMUAthletics) August 4, 2026

The Albany State University Foundation received a $10K gift from Five Star Credit Union as part of a three-year, $30K pledge to support the Presidential Scholarship Fund

The Albany State University Foundation received a $10K gift from Five Star Credit Union as part of a three-year, $30K pledge to support the Presidential Scholarship Fund. This marks Five Star Credit Union’s first gift to #AlbanyState, helping invest in the future of our students. pic.twitter.com/Bu1k9hqwER
— Albany State University (@AlbanyStateUniv) August 4, 2026

Fisk University president defends plan to build data center: 'Higher ed is in a different place right now' | Jeana Fermi and Sabina Ghebremedhin

Amid protests against data center development across the country, one historically Black university has made it key to its plan for financial viability. https://t.co/9BayE5X38b
— ABC News (@ABC) August 4, 2026

Audi Field to Host “Battle of the Real HU” Football Game Between Howard and Hampton

Audi Field to Host “Battle of the Real HU” Football Game Between Howard and Hampton https://t.co/hsNkLv8SOB
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) August 4, 2026

WSOC 🐻⚽️| The Lady Bears are making their return to the pitch more motivated than ever.

WSOC 🐻⚽️| The Lady Bears are making their return to the pitch more motivated than ever.#ShawU | #BearWithUs | #HBCUSoccer pic.twitter.com/RBursyORdZ
— Shaw Athletics (@ShawBears) August 4, 2026

MEAC Commissioner Sonja Stills Inks Contract Extension

The Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference is proud to announce that Commissioner Sonja Stills has agreed to a five-year contract extension, continuing her leadership of the conference through 2031.

Together, we will continue building opportunities for our student-athletes,… pic.twitter.com/IVdTO3flyI
— Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (@MEACSports) August 4, 2026

Dr. Jolisa Williams Earns Women Leaders in Sports Resilience Award

𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿 🏅

Dr. Williams has been named a recipient of the Women Leaders in Sports Resilience Award, recognizing her perseverance, courageous leadership, and lasting impact on collegiate athletics.#BulldogNation | #BiteDown pic.twitter.com/Fjpba5LOoS
— Bowie State Athletics (@BSU_Sports_Info) August 4, 2026

Dr. Jolisa Williams Earns Women Leaders in Sports Resilience Award https://t.co/8IXLo5af1t
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) August 4, 2026

Former Jackson State DB Levi Wyatt Jr's funeral arrangements set

Former Jackson State DB Levi Wyatt Jr's funeral arrangements set https://t.co/Dh3Tvrprmn
— CL Sports (@CLSports) August 4, 2026

𝐄𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓 Schools. 𝐒𝐈𝐗𝐓𝐄𝐄𝐍 Sports. 𝐎𝐍𝐄 Network.

𝐄𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓 Schools. 𝐒𝐈𝐗𝐓𝐄𝐄𝐍 Sports. 𝐎𝐍𝐄 Network.

ICYMI: The MEAC Network is your home for live events, original programming, exclusive features and on-demand content from across the conference!

📲 Stream for 𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄 on:
• Roku
• Apple TV
• Amazon Fire TV
•… pic.twitter.com/7Tz1vVYtmV
— Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (@MEACSports) August 4, 2026

The Commissioner's Honor Roll is out! Academic excellence was on full display across all member institutions, highlighted by 109 student-athletes who achieved a perfect 4.0 GPA

The Commissioner's Honor Roll is out! Academic excellence was on full display across all member institutions, highlighted by 109 student-athletes who achieved a perfect 4.0 GPA. Read the full release on https://t.co/1DRxs5pS3g #HBCUAC #ScholarAthletes #AcademicExcellence pic.twitter.com/LOgaOYVh4e
— HBCU Athletic Conference (@HBCUAC) August 4, 2026

WATCH | Everson Walls Talks Going Undrafted from Grambling State University to Super Bowl Champion | The Route Tree

Everson Walls Talks Going Undrafted to Super Bowl Champion | The Route Tree https://t.co/qTIOtltXvc via @YouTube
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) August 4, 2026

EVERSON WALLS BIOGRAPHY — COURTESY TEXAS SPORTS HALL OF FAME

Richardson native, Everson Walls began his illustrious career as a standout at Berkner High School where he soon caught the attention of Grambling State and its legendary coach Eddie Robinson. Walls, who played numerous positions at Grambling, was selected to the Kodak 1AA All-American team, the Black College All-American team and as a senior, led the nation in interceptions. An undrafted free-agent, the 6’1″, 190lb Walls quickly found a home at defensive back with the Dallas Cowboys. He led the NFL in interceptions a record three times with Dallas, including club-record 11 as rookie in 1981. Walls, a four-time Pro Bowl (1981, 1982, 1983 & 1985) and three-time All-Pro selection, led the Cowboys in interceptions 5 times, a club record. He is currently tied for 13th on NFL’s career interception list with 57 (1981-1993). Walls won his only Super Bowl ring in 1991, when his touchdown-saving tackle on Thurman Thomas helped the New York Giants hold off the Buffalo Bills, 20-19. He also was the Giants team leader in interceptions during the 1990 and 1991 seasons. He is a member of the Dallas Cowboys 25th Anniversary Team and was named the Cowboys’ Man of the Year in 1987. Walls was also named to the All-Time Cowboys Team, the NFL’s All Decade Team for the 1980’s, and was elected to the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame in 1998. A Gift for Ron: Friendship and Sacrifice On and Off the Gridiron was written in 2009 and chronicles the story of Walls’ kidney donation to former Dallas Cowboy teammate Ron Springs. He was inducted into the Texas Sports Hall of Fame in 2015.

The talent application for the 2026 SIAC football season is now open! 🏈

The talent application for the 2026 SIAC football season is now open! 🏈

Applicants must read all instructions carefully and complete the form in its entirety. Only complete applications will be considered.

The application will close Friday, Aug. 7, at 5 p.m. ET.

🔗 Apply now:… pic.twitter.com/gJj7jY993u
— The SIAC (@TheSIAC) August 4, 2026

Howard University Professor Lemir Teron Examines Environmental Justice | Sholnn Z. Freeman

Howard University's Dr. Lemir Teron is challenging the way we think about environmental justice. In his new book, Unlearn Power, he explores how race, policy, and collective action shape the fight for a more just and sustainable future.

Read more about it on The Dig:… pic.twitter.com/FF866AKI5F
— Howard University (@HowardU) August 4, 2026

A new era of innovation — join us for the HSSI Ribbon Cutting and Open House!

🎉 Happening at 10:00 a.m. Today!

A new era of innovation — join us for the HSSI Ribbon Cutting and Open House!#HSSI #RibbonCutting #LUMO 🩺🚑 pic.twitter.com/tZoRKMyc9p
— Lincoln University (Missouri) (@LUBlueTigers) August 4, 2026

25 DAYS UNTIL KICKOFF

25 DAYS UNTIL KICKOFF 🚨

FAMU Football opens the season against Albany State on Aug. 29. The countdown is on, Rattler Nation.#FangsUp x #RestoreTheStrike x #AllIn pic.twitter.com/5QY5iLQZcC
— Florida A&M Football 🏈 (@FAMU_FB) August 4, 2026

DeSean Jackson, Michael Vick and an HBCU sports renaissance in Philadelphia | Kylan Watson

DeSean Jackson, Michael Vick and an HBCU sports renaissance in Philadelphia https://t.co/1A38NKbD0t via @phillytrib
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) August 4, 2026

Title III: Five Questions HBCU Leaders Need Answered on Protect College Sports Act | Kyle T. Mosley

Title III of the Protect College Sports Act carries a real opportunity for HBCU athletics and its future media productions. However, it also carries no authorization figures...

Five questions for HBCUs before Congress votes.#HBCU #SWAC #MEAC #CIAA #SIAC #HBCUSports… pic.twitter.com/ew8DLEKeFu
— Kyle T. Mosley (@KyleTMosley) August 4, 2026

Morgan State to Face Alabama State in 2027 Cricket MEAC/SWAC Challenge Kickoff

Morgan State to Face Alabama State in 2027 Cricket MEAC/SWAC Challenge Kickoff https://t.co/q4KP8AJuV3
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) August 4, 2026

Woke up on Go!! #ALLIN | Ron Dugans

Woke up on Go!! #ALLIN #Restorethestrike 🐍🧡💚 pic.twitter.com/0gtuj7I2DQ
— Ron Dugans (@r81dugans) August 4, 2026

Sometimes God won’t move the mountain because you are called to climb it. Lord thank you for another year to be a blessing to someone else. Let’s Get It!! Practice 1 Rattler Fall Camp!! #Restorethestrike #ALLIN #Stillblessed Year #22🧡💚🐍 pic.twitter.com/dvJnJtrguo
— Ron Dugans (@r81dugans) July 31, 2026

𝗠𝗜𝗞𝗘 𝗣 #FangsUp x #RestoreTheStrike x #AllIn pic.twitter.com/8nCj0m1PQz
— Florida A&M Football 🏈 (@FAMU_FB) August 4, 2026

𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝘁𝗯𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗹𝗲 ! #ALLIN x #RestoreTheStrike pic.twitter.com/pwWEHAdyRR
— Florida A&M Football 🏈 (@FAMU_FB) January 26, 2026

USA Today Readers' Choice Awards official ranking of the top 10 winning bands will be revealed on August 26 | #1 Public HBCU North Carolina A&T State University Blue & Gold Marching Machine

VOTE HERE FOR THE BEST MARCHING BAND: LINK | What is the Best College Marching Band for 2026? You must vote DAILY for band to remain competitive in the rankings!!!

Marching Band Leaderboard - August 4, 2026

Biggest Winners From Dallas Cowboys' First Padded Practice | Cobie Durant (S.C. State), Shavon Revel SHINE! | Marcus Mosher

Who were the biggest winners from the first padded practice for the #Cowboys?

We've got @McCoolBCB reporting LIVE from Oxnard!https://t.co/4IR1jJDhUw
— Marcus Mosher (@Marcus_Mosher) August 4, 2026

Cowboys Headlines: Malicious LB, Imperfect Prescott, DBs rule in pads

📸 Chris Jones, Chris Jones-Imagn Images https://t.co/WBGEEuzyOW pic.twitter.com/l4iTzBXuOJ
— TheCowboysWire (@TheCowboysWire) August 4, 2026

Happy birthday, @BarackObama! 65 never looked better | Michelle Obama

Happy birthday, @BarackObama! 65 never looked better. Every day, you make me a better person, and I’m thankful for all the ways you show up for our family and our country. Love you. ❤️ pic.twitter.com/DpqVKJiqyz
— Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) August 4, 2026

In June, when we debuted the first official portrait of President and Mrs. Obama at the Obama Presidential Center Museum, the world went wild for the story of how Michelle Obama had long hoped to collaborate with renowned artist Njideka Akunyili Crosby, and how deeply the… pic.twitter.com/flaxOSWCtt
— The Obama Foundation (@ObamaFoundation) July 27, 2026

There’s nothing like a choir to get you fired up! Michelle and I enjoyed this beautiful performance from the Uniting Voices Chicago during the grand opening of the Obama Presidential Center. pic.twitter.com/Z7gI8S6FM1
— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) July 20, 2026

The NCAA should admit defeat on fifth-year eligibility rollout | Kevin Sweeney

The NCAA should admit defeat on fifth-year eligibility rollout https://t.co/JZEi1p3nMY
— Sports Illustrated (@SInow) August 4, 2026

Before NIL was a trend, we invested in HBCU athletes. Celebrating 20 years of Anthony Lawrence Collection

Before NIL was a trend, we invested in HBCU athletes. Celebrating 20 years of Anthony Lawrence Collection. #20yearsoflegacy #TraditionNeverGraduates pic.twitter.com/zLZBDNQR1N
— Anthony Lawrence Collection (@ALCollection) August 4, 2026

Questions around QB position for Alabama State football in 2026 | Jaeden Day

Questions around QB position for Alabama State football in 2026 https://t.co/IMfXHr9Mhz
— Advertiser Sports (@mgmsports) August 4, 2026

Florida A&M focused on building chemistry as fall camp continues | Alison Posey

On the Highest of Seven Hills, there was a different feel in the air Monday for the Rattlers as Florida A&M practiced in shells for the first time. https://t.co/I3Rc7qX00U
— WCTV Eyewitness News (@WCTV) August 4, 2026

SWAC, SoCon, SLC, UAC Women’s Previews

https://t.co/dbBevLfD8n
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) August 4, 2026

Meet William J. Simmons University's "Empire of Sound" Marching Band 2026 | Louisville, Kentucky

Why Jamal Hailey feels primed to break out as FAMU football's lead RB | Gerald Thomas III

Why Jamal Hailey feels primed to break out as FAMU football's lead RB https://t.co/uCL8YaWZBM
— Tallahassee Democrat (@TDOnline) August 4, 2026

FCS conference previews begin tomorrow

FCS conference previews begin tomorrow.https://t.co/LVcp66fGD5
— Opta FCS Football (@OptaAnalystFCS) August 4, 2026

Which Jackson State football position groups are the best entering 2026 season | Tia Reid

Which Jackson State football position groups are the best entering 2026 season https://t.co/VgtdyKkdPC
— Clarion Ledger (@clarionledger) August 4, 2026

Monday, August 3, 2026

There’s something different about putting in the work under the lights

#GoDogs

The lights come on… and so do the 🐶🔥

There’s something different about putting in the work under the lights. The intensity rises. The energy hits another level. Every rep. Every collision. Every sprint. Every moment is another opportunity to RAISE THE BAR.

Day 04 is… pic.twitter.com/zO87Mz9f9g
— South Carolina State Football (@SCState_Fb) August 4, 2026

#GoDogs

Day 03 of Training Camp is in the books… and the pads finally came on. 🏈🔥

The tempo may be slowed down, but make no mistake… the intensity was through the roof.

Every rep had a purpose.
Every battle was another step toward becoming who we’re called to be.

Iron… pic.twitter.com/NmtfFBNg85
— South Carolina State Football (@SCState_Fb) August 1, 2026

💎 GEMS OF GREATNESS 💎

Today, your South Carolina State Football Bulldogs welcomed Michael Stovall, Assistant Athletic Director for Student-Athlete Development & Brand Awareness at the University of South Carolina.

Stovall challenged our Bulldogs to be DOGS in every aspect of… pic.twitter.com/gBStAQqHa3
— South Carolina State Football (@SCState_Fb) August 3, 2026

If the best HBCU basketball players of all time played 5-on-5, who’d win? | Donald Hunt

If the best HBCU basketball players of all time played 5-on-5, who'd win? https://t.co/zNvBb6oqzh
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) August 4, 2026

14 Years Ago, Two of the Biggest NCAA Tournament Upsets Ever Happened on the Same Day | Matt Hladik

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— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) August 4, 2026

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— Robert Jones (@NSUCoachJones) August 4, 2026

How Morgan State's Marvin Webster Earned His Place in the National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame

MARVIN WEBSTER BIOGRAPHY - NCBHOF CLASS OF 2018

Dubbed “The Human Eraser,” the late Marvin Webster was one of the most dominant big men in college basketball history. From 1971-75, Webster tallied an NCAA-record 2,267 rebounds, and his 740 boards in 1974 and 650 in 1973 are the two highest single-season totals in Division II history. Webster was a three-time MEAC Player of the Year, and he holds Bears program records in rebounding, blocks, field goals made and free throws made. He averaged 21 points, 22.4 rebounds and eight blocked shots in 1973-74, leading Morgan State to the Division II national title. Webster was drafted in the first round of both the NBA and ABA Drafts in 1975 and played 10 professional seasons.

courtesy national collegiate basketball hall of fame