FAMU received its highest score under the Florida Board of Governors Performance-Based Funding model, which will result in the University receiving $13.3 million. Read more at: https://t.co/a8MVwFdTlK. pic.twitter.com/phDfHnqUH8
— FloridaA&MUniversity (@FAMU_1887) June 9, 2020
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Tuesday, June 9, 2020
FAMU Secures $13.3 Million For Its Highest Ever Performance Based Funding Score
TSU adds forward transfer from Georgia State
.@TSUTigersMBB adds forward transfer @GodsCuzzin from Georgia State https://t.co/GrM3JNdAK1 pic.twitter.com/4pI2lAkjjB
— Nashville Post Sports (@NPostSports) June 9, 2020
York Suburban standout picks up NCAA Division I basketball offer from father's old school STEVE HEISER, 717-505-5446/@ydsports
York Suburban standout picks up NCAA Division I basketball offer from father's old school https://t.co/T594IUPnJN via @YorkDispatch
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) June 9, 2020
JSU head tennis coach Gabby Moore says a diverse culture is part of what leads her team to success
JSU head tennis coach Gabby Moore says a diverse culture is part of what leads her team to success https://t.co/DQUJCLQHMH
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) June 9, 2020
Former SWAC rookie of the year is transferring to Alcorn State
Former SWAC rookie of the year is transferring to Alcorn State https://t.co/kEYi0TmAWS
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) June 9, 2020
Why Historically Black Colleges are Attracting More Attention from Top Athletes
Why Historically Black Colleges are Attracting More Attention from Top Athletes https://t.co/tHKK1RelHV via @YahooNews
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) June 9, 2020
Monday, June 8, 2020
Catching Up with Track & Field Star Jerry Sims
Catching Up with Track & Field Star Jerry Sims https://t.co/awRjuQJHKf
— Alcorn Sports (@BRAVESSPORTS) June 8, 2020
FCS: Why FAMU Is Leaving The MEAC
FCS: Why FAMU Is Leaving The MEAC https://t.co/1fUo7uU45E via @HeroSportsNews
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) June 8, 2020
2021 NFL Draft Prospect: Harry Ballard III, WR, University of Arkansas at Pine-Bluff
2021 NFL Draft Prospect: Harry Ballard III, WR, University of Arkansas at Pine-Bluff https://t.co/3ScVcqkGlu #NFL #NFLDraftNews pic.twitter.com/Pg4rNcvS6g
— NFL Draft Diamonds (@DraftDiamonds) June 8, 2020
SWAC VS SEC: LSU added Southern and Grambling to its future football schedule
🏈SWAC VS SEC: LSU added Southern and Grambling to its future football schedule...JSU AD Ashley Robinson says it could open the door for potential football matchups with Ole Miss/Miss St down the road. @WJTV pic.twitter.com/tqUVeZAj8M
— Noah Newman (@NoahNewmanWJTV) June 3, 2020
FAMU/MEAC to Hold SAAC President’s Social Justice Symposium
FAMU/MEAC to Hold SAAC President’s Social Justice Symposium https://t.co/IKeFNIRzBs
— FAMU Athletics (@FAMUAthletics) June 8, 2020
Senior Spotlight: Jihayah Chavis
Senior Spotlight: 🐻🏀Standout guard Jihayah Chavis discussed some of the impact of the #coronavirus, her time at @MorganStateU and plans for the future.
— Morgan State Bears (@MorganStBears) June 8, 2020
Read🆙👉https://t.co/u48DH7Ay6O#TheMorganWay #MEAC#GoBears🔷🔶 pic.twitter.com/uRtAJrLgTL
How I caught a touchdown pass from FAMU legend Ken Riley |
RIP to football legend Ken Riley. I never played for him, but like all those who did, he changed the course of my life. @FAMUAthletics @Bengals https://t.co/N2sY508Xn9
— RattlerNews.com (@RattlerNews) June 7, 2020
TSU Men's Basketball Adds Transfer Josh Linder
.@TSUTigersMBB has signed 6-8 transfer Josh Linder to the 2020-21 recruiting class. Welcome to the #BigBlueFamily Josh!
— TSU Athletics (@TSU_Tigers) June 8, 2020
📰https://t.co/XE7P34YFjf#BigBlueRising #DeserveToWin pic.twitter.com/M9FdEcCLss
Former Rattler Football Legend Ken Riley Passes Away
Former Rattler Football Legend Ken Riley Passes Away https://t.co/Ds8yTMwlEU— FAMU Athletics (@FAMUAthletics) June 7, 2020
We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of the legendary Coach Ken Riley. His legacy as a former FAMU football player, NFL great, FAMU Head Football Coach and Athletic Director are still felt today! We offer prayers and condolences to his family! 🐍🐍🐍@FAMUAthletics pic.twitter.com/eOTub9qQRc— Kortne Gosha (@KortneG) June 7, 2020
2020 FCS Jersey Countdown: 70 -- The Best Player Who Wears No. 70 Is Prairie View A&M's Danny Garza
2020 FCS Jersey Countdown: 70 -- The Best Player Who Wears No. 70 Is Prairie View A https://t.co/MzB99fcTCD via @HeroSportsNews
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) June 8, 2020
SWAC Announces Partnership with USAF
SWAC Announces Partnership with USAF (@usairforce) #BuildingChampionsForLife https://t.co/qNJYXPiPuy
— Southwestern Athletic Conference (@theswac) June 8, 2020
Sunday, June 7, 2020
FAMU Keeping It's Rivalry With Bethune-Cookman
@KortneG, VP & @FAMUAthletics Director tells me moving @FAMU_1887 from @MEACSports to @theswac will be great for student-athletes, #FAMU #Rattlers #HBCU, and cutting travel costs. @FAMUAthletics looks forward to keeping it's rivalry with @BCUGridiron @FloridaClassic @CWStadium. pic.twitter.com/u9WgEyPqoe— James P. Hill (@JamesHill_News) June 6, 2020
We need your support for the Football Operations Center/Fieldhouse Renovations, visit https://t.co/fDhmV71erC .. to Donate today! @FAMU_RAF#FangsUp #FAMU #strikestrikestrikeagain #WeAreFAMU #FAMULY pic.twitter.com/SjIQvS2Rcm— FAMU Athletics (@FAMUAthletics) June 6, 2020
2021 NFL Draft Prospect Interview: Keandre Powell, DB, Central State University
2021 NFL Draft Prospect Interview: Keandre Powell, DB, Central State University https://t.co/uY3y0DOPIG #NFL #NFLDraftNews pic.twitter.com/QYWsYrjGrd
— NFL Draft Diamonds (@DraftDiamonds) June 4, 2020
2021 NFL Draft Small School Rankings with over 600 prospects
ICYMI:2021 NFL Draft Small School Rankings with over 600 prospects https://t.co/MHN8385MWe #NFL #NFLDraftNews pic.twitter.com/xJX6TQJhKV
— NFL Draft Diamonds (@DraftDiamonds) June 7, 2020
The Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference is saying goodbye to another long-term member.
The Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference is saying goodbye to another long-term member. https://t.co/M2m4TgwnzD
— The Undefeated (@TheUndefeated) June 7, 2020
Why Mikey Williams is considering an HBCU, a move that could shake up college basketball
Why Mikey Williams is considering an HBCU, a move that could shake up college basketball https://t.co/avzdCitKai via @The Crusader Newspaper Group— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) June 7, 2020
9th Grader Mikey Williams is the MOST INSANE ATHLETE in HS!!! Official F... https://t.co/ATjfwB5LZ3 via @YouTube— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) June 7, 2020
Mikey Williams FULL FRESHMAN YEAR HIGHLIGHTS: ALL DUNKS, 3'S FROM CLOSE ... https://t.co/fkKtWnG89W via @YouTube— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) June 7, 2020
Mikey Williams #SanYsidro has picked up an offer from— Compton Magic (@Compton_Magic) June 3, 2020
HBCU Howard University @619CONFIDENTIAL ✊🏾
📸 @WhosNextHS @jcgirl23 @tetuck @OvertimeShea @MacThomas23 @ladyleo197 @B_Thomp_ @BarackObama @CraigMalRob @MichelleObama pic.twitter.com/9Tnj0uLGnX
Catching up with Alcorn State head coach Fred McNair
Catching up with Alcorn State head coach Fred McNair https://t.co/HO8hvxteTs
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) June 7, 2020
FAMU coaches, players, alums express positive vibes about moving to the SWAC
FAMU coaches, players, alums express positive vibes about moving to the SWAC https://t.co/JbOZRcELsS
— Tallahassee Democrat (@TDOnline) June 6, 2020
Friday, June 5, 2020
Diamond McGilberry Signs With Savannah State
Diamond McGilberry Signs With Savannah State https://t.co/ZWv6c0DIXI
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) June 5, 2020