ICYMI: Akia Armstrong earned All-American honors last week in the long jump at the @NAIA Outdoor Track & Field Championships! #RelentlessExcellencehttps://t.co/louFl958lz#MyDU | #GeauxBleu 🔵😈 pic.twitter.com/n73yOAkrw1
— Dillard Athletics (@GeauxDU) May 28, 2019
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Tuesday, May 28, 2019
Dillard University Akia Armstrong earned All-American honors last week in the long jump at the @NAIA Outdoor Track & Field Championships!
FAMU mourns the loss of distinguished alumnus and world-renowned oncologist Dr. LaSalle D. Leffall, Jr. More about his life below.
FAMU mourns the loss of distinguished alumnus and world-renowned oncologist Dr. LaSalle D. Leffall, Jr. More about his life below. https://t.co/7G7w4u8uHW— FloridaA&MUniversity (@FAMU_1887) May 28, 2019
@NAPAAHC mourns Dr. Lasalle D. Lefall, Jr. (May 22, 1930 - May 25, 2019) a pioneering oncologist and surgeon who served as the Charles R. Drew Professor of Surgery at @HowardU College of Medicine. His donation of $350k to @FAMU_1887 was at the time, the single largest in history. pic.twitter.com/7DBkKF6naQ— NAPAAHC (@NAPAAHC) May 27, 2019
WATCH: Former #NCCU center Raasean Davis talks about his workout with the Charlotte Hornets\
Former #NCCU center Raasean Davis talks about his workout with the Charlotte Hornets... VIDEO: https://t.co/AoRHCDGIfT
— NCCU Athletics (@NCCUAthletics) May 28, 2019
Alcornite Ernest T. Jones Named AD at Florida Memorial
Alcornite Ernest T. Jones Named AD at Florida Memorial https://t.co/JDNK6ztBAZ
— Alcorn Sports (@BRAVESSPORTS) May 28, 2019
Nike Teams Up With Chicago State Volleyball to Release Camp Dates
Nike Teams Up With Chicago State Volleyball to Release Camp Dates https://t.co/wNt8649Yda
— ChicagoStateCougars (@ChiStateCougars) May 27, 2019
Monday, May 27, 2019
Albany State Cervantes Jackson earns Triple Jump National Championship
Cervantes Jackson earns Triple Jump National Championship https://t.co/znU3s0Ht67
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) May 28, 2019
Central State hurdler Juan Scott finishes third at NCAA Div. II Championships
Central State hurdler Juan Scott finishes third at NCAA Div. II Championships https://t.co/TgtajHTdS6
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) May 28, 2019
The history of HBCU college football national champions
This year's trip to Boise for #NASSH2019 sparked some thoughts not just for my academic research but also my public-facing journalism. In this week's column at @SaturdayBlitz I introduce a topic that demands further coverage... https://t.co/t4XGMZQOJW
— Zach Bigalke (@zbigalke) May 27, 2019
Southern Jaguars heading to Mississippi State for NCAA baseball regional
Southern Jaguars heading to Mississippi State for NCAA baseball regional https://t.co/xWAcxKwuUD via @theadvocatebr
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) May 28, 2019
Virginia Tech basketball adds Alabama State transfer Branden Johnson
In the region: Virginia Tech basketball adds Alabama State transfer Branden Johnson https://t.co/ZGYCXVDorm via @roanoketimes
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) May 28, 2019
WATCH: Florida A&M baseball headed to Atlanta, opens NCAA Tournament vs. Georgia Tech
2019 NCAA Baseball BracketJamey Shouppe had a feeling @BaseballFamu would be heading to Atlanta for the NCAA Tournament.— Curt Weiler (@CurtMWeiler) May 27, 2019
His hunch was proven right when the field of 64 teams was announced Monday afternoon. The Rattlers open against Georgia Tech Friday at 7 p.m.https://t.co/lRlzp5qBCn
The wait is over: FAMU bound for Atlanta for NCAA baseball regionals https://t.co/eE2r6Q4O4p— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) May 28, 2019
Watch it: FAMU coach Jamey Shouppe on the Rattlers' NCAA Tournament draw https://t.co/m52DghYpLU— Tallahassee Democrat (@TDOnline) May 27, 2019
NCAA College World Series Regional Game Central https://t.co/vWqNIzDTCa— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) May 28, 2019
WATCH: Oklahoma City Man Receives a Ph.D. by Using Hip-Hop Research
Oklahoma City man receives a Ph.D. by using hip-hop research https://t.co/0t2yrBOp64 via @roanoketimes— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) May 28, 2019
PODCAST: With Todd Bozeman's Support, Kevin Broadus Ready For Challenge At Morgan State
Morgan State men's basketball has not had a winning season since 2012-13. New head coach Kevin Broadus: "I look forward to the challenge." https://t.co/maRsTQBflb pic.twitter.com/gq29gsloRr— PressBox (@PressBoxOnline) May 27, 2019
Why Shaw and SAU sharing a stadium is a ‘win-win’ for both schools
Why Shaw and SAU sharing a stadium is a ‘win-win’ for both schools https://t.co/RtYb6c848d
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) May 27, 2019
VUU's Coble Invited to Serve on Committee at 119th U.S. Open
VUU's Coble Invited to Serve on Committee at 119th U.S. Open https://t.co/Gti98oQjTT
— CIAA (@CIAAForLife) May 24, 2019
State of Florida Not Hosting NCAA Baseball Regional for 1st Time Since 2006
State of Florida Not Hosting NCAA Baseball Regional for 1st Time Since 2006 https://t.co/CRPS0RQiLa via @nbc6
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) May 27, 2019
WATCH: Florida State graduate is artist behind viral Harriet Tubman mural
Florida State graduate is artist behind viral Harriet Tubman mural https://t.co/f3m3bebpph— Tallahassee Democrat (@TDOnline) May 25, 2019
Photo Goes Viral Of Little Girl Touching Harriet Tubman Mural https://t.co/hx4QNR6i3f via @YouTube— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) May 27, 2019
Dr. LaSalle D. Leffall Jr., 'one of FAMU's outstanding sons', dies at 89
Dr. LaSalle D. Leffall Jr., 'one of FAMU's outstanding sons', dies at 89 https://t.co/wWuij5hTZt
— Tallahassee Democrat (@TDOnline) May 27, 2019
Crenshaw Tops Three NCCU Eagles at NCAA T&F Regional
Congrats to our athletes at NCAA East Regionals. Also, we say farewell to Bethany White, who capped off her illustrious career. You’ve helped take this program to heights we’ve never seen. Good luck on your future and know you always have a home at NCCU. https://t.co/Gfoow4hg1U
— NCCU Track & Field (@NCCUTrack_Field) May 26, 2019
WATCH: Added games priceless for NCAA teams Florida A&M Rattlers and Southern Jaguars
Wahoos stadium has been home to some pretty cool moments, but a couple of unexpected games are a special addition to the list. https://t.co/eGK16HwCkd @weartv @BlueWahoosBBall @BaseballFamu @BsbSouthern
— Steve Nissim (@stevenissim) May 26, 2019
Morgan State Bears Women’s 4X400 Season Ends On Final Day Of East Preliminary Round
The women’s track and field 🏃🏾♀️💨 season came to an end on Saturday night in the quarterfinals of the 4️⃣X4️⃣0️⃣0️⃣ in the NCAA East Preliminary Round in Jacksonville, Fla. Read🆙👉 https://t.co/TKYuWf7O0o#GoBears🔷🔶 #TheMorganWay
— Morgan State Bears (@MorganStBears) May 27, 2019
Men's Outdoor Track & Field: 6 GCAC track and field student-athletes earn NAIA All-American honors
Men's Outdoor Track & Field: 6 GCAC track and field student-athletes earn NAIA All-American honors #naia #gcac #hbcu #allAmerican #NAIAtrack
— #MakeThemNotice (@GCACInfo) May 27, 2019
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Today we remember and show gratitude to those who sacrificed their lives in defense of the United States
Today we remember and show gratitude to those who sacrificed their lives in defense of the United States.#FreedomIsNotFree #MemorialDay#TeamGold #HailAllHailXU pic.twitter.com/Cfw8wtXHTk— XULA Athletics (@xulagold) May 27, 2019
Thank you for your sacrifice! pic.twitter.com/NaItLYsmsj— Rod Reed (@Tigerpride53) May 27, 2019
Today, we remember the brave men and women who sacrificed their lives serving our country. pic.twitter.com/Jp7K5IanJt— Jackson State Athletics (@GoJSUTigers) May 27, 2019
Please take a moment today to remember those who gave everything so that we may enjoy our freedom. #MemorialDay pic.twitter.com/F4mNFG93yM— JCSU Athletics (@JCSUSports) May 27, 2019
#JCSU remembers those who have made the ultimate sacrifice so we could enjoy our freedoms. #MemorialDay #Honor #Remember pic.twitter.com/NrB7oXaR9i— Johnson C. Smith U. (@JCSUniversity) May 27, 2019
Thank you for your sacrifice and service! 🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/iHIkEugwvY— CIAA (@CIAAForLife) May 27, 2019
Kentucky State University Athletics would like to thank all of those that have served and are still serving while remembering those who have fallen. #BredToWin #KSUForward pic.twitter.com/w0Z3vzH2K4— KSU Thorobreds (@KYSUAthletics) May 27, 2019
Today we honor those military men and women who served our nation defending freedom. We salute you... pic.twitter.com/0EQ9RIk4mc— Air Force Reserve Celebration Bowl (@CelebrationBowl) May 27, 2019
Today and every day we honor and remember all who have served and made the ultimate sacrifice. Thank you to those who defend our freedoms every day. We are the land of the free because of the brave. #MemorialDay 🇺🇸 | #HonorTheBrave pic.twitter.com/1L9I0spOyN— Alcorn State (@AlcornStateU) May 27, 2019
Today is the day we remember and honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our great country #RespectTheG #grambling #gramblingstate #gramblingstateuniversity #WhyNotGrambling #gramblingiseverything #gramfam pic.twitter.com/ULRFP6rrEd— GSU Athletics (@GSU_TIGERS) May 27, 2019
Today is a Day that we Celebrate, Honor and Remember the Men and Women who sacrificed so much for us.— Edward Waters Coll. (@ewctigers) May 27, 2019
Thank You! #MemorialDay pic.twitter.com/OQYRWSdVNV
#pvamuathletics wish our fans a Happy Memorial Day! pic.twitter.com/cRZRLlk4i4— PVAMU Panthers (@PVAMUPanthers) May 27, 2019
This Memorial Day let’s also remember the Black soldiers who fought for this country only to be denied basic human rights, legal benefits, and the earned dignity of their service upon return.— Isaac Bryan (@ib2_real) May 27, 2019
We learn from our history when we acknowledge it fully. pic.twitter.com/LfhycTChso
The FAMU Rattlers football team would like to recognize all those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country! May this Memorial Day uplift someone who lost a loved one fighting for our freedoms and way of life! #FAMUly #FightToFinish— Coach Willie Simmons (@HCWillieSimmons) May 27, 2019
Today, Southern University observes Memorial Day.— Southern University (@SouthernU_BR) May 27, 2019
The campus will be closed. Normal operations will resume on Tuesday, May 28. #WeAreSouthern pic.twitter.com/8LEnDZh3Cz
Never Forget Their Service to protect America Freedom. pic.twitter.com/VwH13bMmxe— Talladega College Athletics (@DegaTornadoes) May 27, 2019
From your PVAMU Women's Basketball!!! pic.twitter.com/gkHLdY4n5Z— PVAMU_WBB (@PrairieView17) May 27, 2019
Today we Honor those who served and gave the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. pic.twitter.com/tP5ZUkQVap— Johnny Jones (@CoachJohnnyJ12) May 27, 2019
Sunday, May 26, 2019
Wizards and Hornets to bring in Raasean Davis for draft workout
Wizards to bring in Raasean Davis for draft workouthttps://t.co/PJSGKxOupT via @NicolaLupo99— Sportando (@Sportando) May 26, 2019
Hornets Host 7th Draft Workout of 2019 https://t.co/tQPZJY2puk via @hornets— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) May 26, 2019
Good luck to Raasean Davis on his workouts with the @hornets today! 🦅🏀 pic.twitter.com/adyeXzkLvZ— NCCU Men's Bball (@NCCU_MBB) May 26, 2019