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Sunday, July 5, 2020

2021 NFL Draft Prospect Interview: Jonathon Thomas, WR, Bethune-Cookman University

2021 NFL Draft Prospect Interview: Jonathon Thomas, WR, Bethune-Cookman University https://t.co/DwbWZQkBp3 #NFL #NFLDraftNews pic.twitter.com/fuwuzJuRpS
— NFL Draft Diamonds (@DraftDiamonds) July 5, 2020

NC State Wolfpack Will Get Firsthand Look at Historic HBCU Commit Maker; Game might end up at PNC Arena

Wolfpack Will Get Firsthand Look at Historic HBCU Commit Maker https://t.co/1BAv60vgDO via @undefined
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 5, 2020

2021 #NFL Draft Prospect Interview: Tyler Scott, DB, Albany State University

2021 #NFL Draft Prospect Interview: Tyler Scott, DB, Albany State University - https://t.co/E3nJuSehQJ
— NFL Draft Diamonds (@DraftDiamonds) July 5, 2020

Saturday, July 4, 2020

Unable to afford coronavirus testing, some colleges are canceling football season

Unable to afford coronavirus testing, some colleges are canceling football season https://t.co/4KfOyGgZJQ
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 4, 2020

QB/RB Daniel Ingram decommits from Cincinnati, elects instead to attend HBCU Arkansas-Pine Bluff

Daniel Ingram decommits from Cincinnati, elects instead to attend HBCU Arkansas-Pine Bluff https://t.co/0HLLDy1Xq6 via @enquirer
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 4, 2020

I Am Now Decommitted From The University Of Cincinnati And Committed To The University Of Arkansas Pine Bluff🦁 @WithrowTigers @kalijones1 @UAPBLionsRoar pic.twitter.com/qzq4YW7YL0
— Daniel Ingram (@Daniel6Qb) July 4, 2020

Honoring HBCU Legends: Philadelphia has produced many Black college standouts

Honoring HBCU Legends: Philadelphia has produced many Black college standouts @UkeeWashington @SpotlightHBCU @BlackAmericaWeb @TheYardHBCU @stephenasmith @mattleon1060 @PPLCA @jeremeyschaap @TheSIAC @BET https://t.co/vlwaHZxZNY via @phillytrib
— Donald Hunt (@DHuntTrib) July 4, 2020

Sports Spotlight: FAMU Women's Tennis

Sports Spotlight: Women's Tennis https://t.co/DG9T7iAU3Y via @YouTube
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 4, 2020

Oddsmakers believe Makur Maker’s decision to attend Howard could spark a trend

Oddsmakers believe Makur Maker’s decision to attend Howard could spark a trend https://t.co/QNFqNQXu46
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 4, 2020

5-Star Small Forward Harrison Ingram receives scholarship offer from Howard University

Wow!! I’m honored to receive a scholarship offer from Howard University!! #HowardU #BleedBlue pic.twitter.com/FRalrkt4zx
— Harrison Ingram (@Harrisoniingram) July 3, 2020

Harvard has offered top-10 junior Harrison Ingram https://t.co/BuSJ1FQiLL
— Corey Evans (@coreyevans_10) July 2, 2020

Howard makes a massive jump in preseason KenPom rankings after Makur Maker commitment

Howard makes a massive jump in preseason KenPom rankings after Makur Maker commitment https://t.co/4M8xXTH80O
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 4, 2020

I need to know where I can buy a @MakurMaker @HUBisonSports jersey ASAP. Season tickets also. It has to be apart of the movement
— Jay Walker (@JayWalkerSky) July 4, 2020

LaGrange alum Colton Frank IV to transfer to Southern

LaGrange alum Colton Frank IV to transfer to Southern https://t.co/tpUNq4wYkL
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 4, 2020

Friday, July 3, 2020

Wizards star Bradley Beal surprises four students with HBCU scholarships, gifts for college

Bradley Beal surprises four students with HBCU scholarships https://t.co/dVWfKNnZGC via @sportsdailyblog
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 4, 2020

Beal surprises four RBHS students with HBCU scholarships, gifts for college https://t.co/PsMg87P3B2 via @WashWizards
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 4, 2020

Langston University cancels fall sports 2020

COVID-19 Update: Statement from LU Director of Athletics Donnita Rogers
- https://t.co/dvqiZZdVKa pic.twitter.com/USjCIIA2Hr
— Langston Athletics (@LangstonSports) July 3, 2020

https://t.co/H088FiAOIH | Langston University cancels fall sports
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 4, 2020

SWAC Commissioner McClelland's moves adding FAMU, B-CU confirm strong leadership, vision

SWAC Commissioner McClelland's moves adding FAMU, B-CU confirm strong leadership, vision https://t.co/ZKVvcpjdGb
— Tallahassee Democrat (@TDOnline) July 3, 2020

Sportsbook has HBCU North Carolina Central as favorite for Bronny James

Sportsbook: HBCU North Carolina Central favorite to land Bronny James https://t.co/BX3VLmvUJb via @lebron_wire
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 4, 2020

This Maryland man was a sanitation worker. Now he is accepted to Harvard Law School.

This Maryland man was a sanitation worker. Now he is accepted to Harvard Law School. https://t.co/utScaSmRrl
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 4, 2020

Will Top Black Athletes Opt For HBCUs? Will Top Black Black Students?

Will top black athletes opt for HBCUs? Will top black students? https://t.co/Elv5anG8M5 via @powerlineUS
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 4, 2020

New NSU AD’s varied background helps lead her to top post

New NSU AD’s varied background helps lead her to top post https://t.co/QrodKcUcXS
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 4, 2020

HBCU Football Plans A Return To Atlanta In September

HBCU Football Plans A Return To Atlanta In September https://t.co/yhvCgR8A20
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 4, 2020

The second FAMU Football Marathon starts tomorrow at 10:30 a.m.!

The second FAMU Football Marathon starts tomorrow at 10:30 a.m.! Show your support for the Rattler Athletic Fund over the holiday weekend at: https://t.co/6UmTDUYE8d. #FangsUp pic.twitter.com/eKqMwGzhSw
— FloridaA&MUniversity (@FAMU_1887) July 4, 2020

While the 2020 Black College Football Hall of Fame Classic (Central State vs. Howard) has been canceled, the 2021 matchup has been announced.

Grambling is the only HBCU with a winning record vs Tennessee State. In other words, we own them too! https://t.co/6qQ15fs0aU
— WeAreGrambling (@GramFanatics) July 4, 2020

There are currently 90 players in the NFL from Division 2, Find out every player here!

There are currently 90 players in the NFL from Division 2, Find out every player here! https://t.co/IsMy009aFH #NFL #NFLDraftNews pic.twitter.com/ev4hMSbPMq
— NFL Draft Diamonds (@DraftDiamonds) July 3, 2020

Morgan State signs former Wake Forest transfer 6'5 Sharone Wright Jr.

Welcome to @MorganStateU where we are Growing the Future! https://t.co/CiwHR4JtvJ
— David Wilson (@morganpres) July 3, 2020

Big day for #HBCU programs. 6'5 Sharone Wright Jr (@S_Wri2) transferred from Wake Forest to #MorganState. Started 21 games as frosh in #ACC. Joins ex UNLV F Troy Baxter, ex Cincy G Trevor Moore, ex St. Joe's G Troy Holston,former FSU commit&top-50 PG Nassem Khalid.Not bad class. pic.twitter.com/etlkDJLkuI
— Rodger Bohn (@rodgerbohn) July 3, 2020

Sharone Wright Jr., son of Macon, Ga native and former NBA Lottery Pick Sharone Wright Sr., has committed to Morgan State. New start for the Wake Forest transfer.

📌:@S_Wri2 @SIXTHPICK94 https://t.co/Df1nufDcOF
— Kowacie Reeves, Sr. (@HypesouthMedia) July 3, 2020

Back To Sports: Men's Track & Field Edition

Back To Sports: Men's Track & Field Edition https://t.co/JIsVxcLk5Y
— MVSU Athletics (@MVSUDevilSports) July 3, 2020

Sam Cooke - A Change Is Gonna Come

Sam Cooke - A Change Is Gonna Come (Official Lyric Video) https://t.co/GujiqQ8Bso via @YouTube
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 3, 2020