Delta Devil Football’s Quinn McElfresh to Compete in SPIRAL Tropical Bowl https://t.co/pecWWOvutg
— MVSU Athletics (@MVSUDevilSports) January 8, 2019
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Wednesday, January 9, 2019
Delta Devil Football’s Quinn McElfresh to Compete in SPIRAL Tropical Bowl
Alabama A&M set to host Alabama State at Birmingham's Bill Harris Arena
Alabama A&M set to host Alabama State at Birmingham's Bill Harris Arena https://t.co/Ggd3t0eEes
— Ala. A&M Athletics (@AAMUBulldogs) January 8, 2019
Kennedy tabbed SWAC Men's Basketball Player of the Week
Kennedy tabbed SWAC Men's Basketball Player of the Week https://t.co/qKDfYkafak
— Ala. A&M Athletics (@AAMUBulldogs) January 8, 2019
Pough to Return as S.C. State Head Coach Next Season (Video)
#MEACFB: Buddy Pough to Return as @SCStateAthletic Head Coach Next Season #IBackTheMEAC https://t.co/vMQxVtWECW
— Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (@MEACSports) January 9, 2019
Week Two of MEAC Hoops Conference Play Coming Up
#MEACMBB #MEACWBB: Week Two of @MEACSports Hoops Conference Play Coming Up #IBackTheMEAC https://t.co/7nTw6jmsLy
— Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (@MEACSports) January 9, 2019
Last Minute Rally Leads Hampton Lady Pirates Over UNC Asheville 61-58
LAST MINUTE RALLY LEADS @Hampton_WBB OVER UNC ASHEVILLE 61-58 #RespectTheH #BigSouthMade #BigSouthWBB https://t.co/CM2S25ZUVf— Hampton Athletics (@HUAthletics1868) January 9, 2019
Great team win ladies. We played hard for 40 minutes. It was great energy from everyone. 2-0 in @BigSouthSports play. Lets keep it up ladies. pic.twitter.com/BEvMA4OaMD— Lady Pirates WBB (@LadyPiratesWBB) January 9, 2019
We would like to give a Happy Birthday shoutout to our Freshman @CarmenJackson_2 . We hope you have a great day. pic.twitter.com/UCCaH7bmVw— Lady Pirates WBB (@LadyPiratesWBB) January 9, 2019
Three Bulldogs Score in Double Figures in First Home Loss (recap) #ThePursuithttps://t.co/4zxmGph0X6 pic.twitter.com/4AOit00sEt— Asheville Athletics (@UNCAvlBulldogs) January 9, 2019
Lady Marauders fall to No. 4 Lewis University, 101-91
The Lady Marauders fall to No. 4 Lewis University, 101-91. Full statistics available on - https://t.co/mLLw8TH1JQ pic.twitter.com/dFNRqcvh8r— Central State Athletics (@GO_MARAUDERS) January 9, 2019
Fourth Ranked @LewisWBBall Defeats Central State 101-91 On Tuesday. Jessica Kelliher matched her career-high with 38 points #GLVCwbb #FlyersUnite #FlyWithUs #FlightOn https://t.co/OvLU8PW8Xm— Lewis Athletics ✈️ (@LewisFlyers) January 9, 2019
Albany State Drops Non-Conference Game Against Emmanuel
ASU DROPS NON-CONFERENCE GAME AGAINST EMMANUEL https://t.co/7DXbXNA5qZ— Golden Ram Athletics (@ASUGoldenRams) January 9, 2019
Lions Keep Win Streak Alive, Downing Albany State, 62-52 https://t.co/KYuAT4YlAS— EC Athletics (@ATHLETICSatEC) January 9, 2019
SAU Men's Basketball Trounces Carolina Christian 77-59
SAU Men's Basketball Team Trounces Carolina Christian 77-59 @SAU_News @CIAAForLife @HBCUGameday @WRALSportsFan @JeffJonesSports @ABC11_WTVD @ToddGibsonWNCN @JB_Ricks @SpecNewsRDU https://t.co/zMVoZ7mknJ— SAU Athletics (@SAUFalcons) January 9, 2019
Tuesday, January 8, 2019
Lincoln basketball team breaks into poll ranks
Lincoln basketball team breaks into poll ranks https://t.co/8ZhLb9RvIG
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) January 9, 2019
UMES women's basketball riding hot streak after undefeated conference record
UMES women's basketball riding hot streak after undefeated conference record https://t.co/If0Kpy940X via @MyDelmarvaNow
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) January 9, 2019
Delaware Basketball Hall of Fame to enshrine 6; Includes Marianna Freeman, Cheyney University Athletic Hall of Famer
Delaware Basketball Hall of Fame to enshrine 6 https://t.co/JKduQwxv1p via @delawareonline— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) January 8, 2019
S.C. STATE FOOTBALL: Pough back to coach in 2019
S.C. STATE FOOTBALL: Pough back to coach in 2019 https://t.co/MHa7sLZCyV via @thetandd
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) January 8, 2019
TONIGHT On ESPN+@7 pm ET: Hampton at UNC Asheville
GAMEDAY!!!— Lady Pirates WBB (@LadyPiratesWBB) January 8, 2019
🆚 UNC-Asheville
🏟 Kimmel Arena
⏰ 7:00 PM
📺 ESPN+ https://t.co/RsmLanW7gm pic.twitter.com/fKjVvvaalF
THE MATCHUPUNC Asheville Returns to Kimmel Arena for Big South Conference Home Opener on Tuesday https://t.co/YSz0tQ5DUM— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) January 8, 2019
Teams: UNC Asheville (5-7, 0-1 Big South)
Hampton (5-7, 1-0 Big South)
Location: Asheville, N.C. (Kimmel Arena)
Date/Time: Tuesday, Jan. 7 / 7 p.m.
Live Stream: BSN on ESPN+
Radio: Can be heard on local radio (100.3 FM) or online HERE – Mike Gore (PBP)
Live Stats: uncabulldogs.com
Twitter: @UNCAvlWBB #ThePursuit
FAMU to Honor Two Hoops Legends February 23
FAMU to Honor Two Hoops Legends February 23 https://t.co/2RXmyze2wF— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) January 8, 2019
UPDATED: CIAA Board of Directors Select City of Baltimore As Official Home of 2021-2023 Men's and Women's Tournament
BALTIMORE, Maryland -- The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA®), the nation’s first African American athletic conference, has selected Baltimore as the official site of the 2021-2023 CIAA Men’s and Women’s Basketball Tournament. The announcement, made by the CIAA Board of Directors, comes after a thorough and comprehensive process which included site visits to each city to assess athletic facilities, convention center, hotels, and restaurant options for the popular week-long event. Additionally, three cities selected as finalists, delivered in-person presentations during the Board’s fall meeting in Charlotte in early December.CIAA Board Selects City of Baltimore! Official Home of 2021-2023 Men’s and Women’s Tournament. https://t.co/M81LJuVbT4 pic.twitter.com/uWmLxpmVU3— CIAA (@CIAAForLife) January 8, 2019
Charlotte, NC, and Norfolk, VA, were among the finalists.
“This is an exciting time for the CIAA as we have an opportunity to bring the basketball tournament to a new market, moving it closer to many of our northern institutions who have travelled to Charlotte for more than a decade,” said CIAA Commissioner Jacqie McWilliams. “We are incredibly thankful for our partnership between the CIAA, the City of Charlotte and the Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority (CRVA). Charlotte is still our home, we are still headquartered here. We have built life-long friendships with our partners and the community that goes beyond the tournament. We plan to continue this great relationship.”
The tournament has been held in Charlotte for the past 13 years and will remain in the city for the 2019 and 2020 tournaments.
The selection of Baltimore marks the first new location for the CIAA Basketball Tournament since 2005. From the tournament’s inception, the popular championship series has been held in Washington, DC, Norfolk and Richmond, VA, Raleigh and Greensboro, NC. Baltimore previously hosted the championship for one year, in 1951.
“The teams and cities that presented their bids to the Board of Directors were energetic and impressive. What stood out about Baltimore was their vision of how the CIAA Basketball Tournament could be woven into the fabric of the city. Also important was Baltimore’s commitment to provide scholarships for the CIAA institutions and overall support of the hotel and business communities,” said CIAA Board Chair and Fayetteville State University President Dr. James A. Anderson. Key community activities featured within the tournament, such as Education Day, the Career Expo and Toyota Fan Fest will continue in Baltimore as well.
“We are honored to have been chosen as the host city for the CIAA’s 2021-2023 tournaments. We are thrilled that the CIAA organization has recognized what we all know very well – Baltimore is a city of unsurpassed hospitality and civic and cultural amenities that make it a destination for hundreds of thousands of visitors annually,” said Mayor Catherine E. Pugh. “We look forward to welcoming the CIAA, its players and many fans, and to hosting these major tournaments in a way that demonstrates what a truly great city we are, and what a great decision this will be for all.”
Located in the growing DC-Maryland-Virginia (DMV) corridor, where a robust CIAA alumni community resides, Baltimore is a short drive from member institution Bowie State University. “As president of the only CIAA school in Maryland, I am excited that the City of Baltimore has been selected as the new home for the CIAA Basketball Tournament. Baltimore has a rich history in basketball and sport. City officials, including Mayor Catherine Pugh, presented a strong, comprehensive plan to support CIAA teams and welcome our fans to the city,” said Dr. Aminta Breaux, Bowie State University President. “The Conference Board is looking forward to introducing sports enthusiasts throughout the Mid-Atlantic corridor to the CIAA tournament experience.”
“With attendees arriving by road, rail and air, the CIAA-Baltimore partnership offers a tremendous opportunity to showcase and benefit the greater Baltimore region as well as the entire State of Maryland. We are especially excited to highlight Baltimore’s sports history and venues as well as Maryland’s great educational institutions like Bowie State,” said Lt. Governor Boyd Rutherford on behalf of the Hogan Administration.
About the CIAA
Founded in 1912, the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) is the first African American athletic conference and one of the most recognized conferences in Division II. The CIAA conducts 14 championships attended by more than 150,000 fans from around the country. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, the CIAA is governed by the Presidents and Chancellors of its 13 member-institutions: Bowie State University, Chowan University, Claflin University, Elizabeth City State University, Fayetteville State University, Johnson C. Smith University, Lincoln University of Pennsylvania, Livingstone College, Saint Augustine's University, Shaw University, Virginia State University, Virginia Union University, and Winston-Salem State University. For more information on the CIAA, visit theciaa.com. For more information on the CIAA Basketball Tournament, visit CIAATournament.org, like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter and Instagram.
Charlotte councilman angry over failed CIAA bid, critical of tourism CEO https://t.co/ilANgSHE3D via @CBJnewsroom— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) January 8, 2019
Charlotte takes massive tourism and economic hit with CIAA relocation announcement https://t.co/kbGk5ULPPm— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) January 8, 2019
'Baltimore, you stood out': CIAA officials confirm tournament will leave Charlotte after 2020 https://t.co/FjfL9wdhsu via @wsoctv— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) January 8, 2019
Here's why Baltimore landed the CIAA tournament, estimated to draw 150K visitors https://t.co/kXmDOw2HYZ via @BaltBizOnline— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) January 8, 2019
Who’s to blame for the CIAA tournament leaving Charlotte? https://t.co/8PzogZSgOp— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) January 8, 2019
CIAA basketball tournament isn't coming to Norfolk https://t.co/aNLov9sFVF— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) January 8, 2019
Charlotte City Councilman James Mitchell blames CRVA for losing CIAA tournament https://t.co/wsvI3Pw603— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) January 9, 2019
Langston Women's Basketball Pushes Past Warriors 89-43
Women's Basketball Pushes Past Warriors 89-43
— Langston Athletics (@LangstonSports) January 8, 2019
- https://t.co/tAkBC8vmef pic.twitter.com/KAhuCWcpSj
EWC proving they’re contenders with an important conference win against GCAC newcomer Rust
@EWCAthletics proving they’re contenders with an important conference win against GCAC newcomer Rust. #TigerPride🐅 #GCACGameday #GCACMBB #GCACHoops #WarReady pic.twitter.com/xhHyxkV8dp— GCAC (@GCACInfo) January 8, 2019
TIGERS WIN! @EdwardWatersMBB picks up their first @GCACInfo victory of the season, 96-83 over @RC_BEARCATS1866 in Holly Springs, MS. Tigers move to 6-7 overall and 1-1 in GCAC play with the W. EWC hosts @SUNOKnights on Saturday at 5pm. #TigerPride!🐅🏀— Edward Waters Athletics (@EWCAthletics) January 8, 2019
Rogan, Blum help Cumberland Phoenix to victory over Fisk Bulldogs (Video Highlights)
MBB: Rogan, Blum help Phoenix to victory over Fisk @CUPhoenixMBB #Empower https://t.co/I91Gt0IhsQ pic.twitter.com/hUHklWSKvx— Cumberland Phoenix (@GoCUPhoenix) January 8, 2019
Tornadoes Win GCAC Matchup Versus Philander Smith
Men's Basketball: Tornadoes Win GCAC Matchup Versus Philander Smith— Talladega College Athletics (@DegaTornadoes) January 8, 2019
- https://t.co/9CBcKndWXK pic.twitter.com/nMrljHkrsk
Talladega Lady Tornadoes Earn Second GCAC Win Against Philander Smith
Women's Basketball: Lady Tornadoes Earn Second GCAC Win Against Philander Smith— Talladega College Athletics (@DegaTornadoes) January 8, 2019
- https://t.co/rpRvZgj6kN pic.twitter.com/bdw9yODlmO
@MIXTEAMBRI is in a league of her own! #DegaStrong🌪 #GCACHoops #GCACWBB #WarReady pic.twitter.com/SZZPHDFofx— GCAC (@GCACInfo) January 8, 2019
Fourth Quarter Rally Gives EWC Lady Tigers First GCAC Win Of The Season
Women's Basketball: Fourth Quarter Rally Gives Lady Tigers First GCAC Win Of The Season
— Edward Waters Athletics (@EWCAthletics) January 8, 2019
- https://t.co/pSHdl0MytF pic.twitter.com/JixlJiAuUt
No. 4 Langston Defeats Bacone Warriors 116-71
No. 4 Langston Defeats Bacone Warriors 116-71
— Langston Athletics (@LangstonSports) January 8, 2019
- https://t.co/2GE2C8FeI9 pic.twitter.com/nE0muqc9kb
SIAC Basketball Players of the Week 6
Ditalion Battle (@kysuathletics ) wins week 6 men’s player of the week as Tiffany Valentine (@shcbadgers ) and Ay’Anna Bey (@benedict_athletics ) share women’s superlative! #WePlayHard pic.twitter.com/0lvPpInf5W
— The SIAC (@TheSIAC) January 8, 2019
SWAC Women's Basketball Player of the Week: January 8
#SWACWBB: After making a major splash in her first taste of conference play - including a career-high 30 points vs. Grambling - @BamaStateWBB freshman Ayana Emmanuel has been named Player of the Week. MORE: https://t.co/cb1lW2viaI pic.twitter.com/nFq4oDS03s
— The SWAC (@theswac) January 8, 2019