Coaches express frustration after no HBCU players were selected in the NFL draft https://t.co/GZ38Dbou5x
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) May 4, 2021
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Tuesday, May 4, 2021
Coaches express frustration after no HBCU players were selected in the NFL draft
Why were HBCU players shut out of 2021 NFL draft?
The arrival of COVID-19 wiped out the chances for HBCU prospects to showcase their talents. A year later, with the pandemic having shut down the seasons of most Black college programs, the price the players paid was even steeper.
— The Undefeated (@TheUndefeated) May 4, 2021
via @David_C_Steelehttps://t.co/7Yz6r6DdIe
Swann, Johnson Named To All-SoCON W LAX Second Team
SWANN, JOHNSON NAMED TO ALL-SoCON W LAX SECOND TEAM https://t.co/Gmig9levw4
— Delaware St. Hornets (@DSUHornets) May 4, 2021
Anthony Lumpkin's 1-under second round helped lead @MilesCollege to the top of the Men's DII Team division leaderboard
Anthony Lumpkin's 1-under second round helped lead @MilesCollege to the top of the Men's DII Team division leaderboard. #PGAWORKSChamp pic.twitter.com/gYHL4LKMA0
— PGA WORKS (@PGAWORKS) May 4, 2021
One stroke separates @HUBison_Golf and @PVAMUPanthers for the Men's DI Team division going into Wednesday's final round of the #PGAWORKSChamp.
One stroke separates @HUBison_Golf and @PVAMUPanthers for the Men's DI Team division going into Wednesday's final round of the #PGAWORKSChamp. pic.twitter.com/mQpTktqioP
— PGA WORKS (@PGAWORKS) May 4, 2021
CSU Men’s and Women’s Golf Teams Complete Second Round Action at the PGA Works Collegiate Championship
CSU Men’s and Women’s Golf Teams Complete Second Round Action at the PGA Works Collegiate Championship https://t.co/fbu6csnsTy
— Chicago State Athletics (@ChiStateCougars) May 4, 2021
LU Baseball rally falls short as Lions fall to Molloy, 9-7
RELEASE: Baseball rally falls short as Lions fall to Molloy, 9-7 ... #LUPr1de #ProtectThePr1de https://t.co/UotpLdeXVL
— Lincoln University Lions Athletics (@LUL1onsAthletic) May 4, 2021
Injured pitcher Matthew Beck gets his moment as LSU comfortably beats Southern
Southern and LSU both battled it out at Alex Box Stadium, but the Tigers ultimately pulled ahead. ⚾
— The Advocate (@theadvocatebr) May 4, 2021
LSU has remained undefeated in its midweek game. 🐅 https://t.co/OUI6bERNPF
NCCU Taking Flight: Hollan Strepay, '21
Student-athlete Hollan Strepay will not only earn a bachelor’s degree in business administration but also leave a mark at NCCU that is rooted in service.
— N.C. Central University (@NCCU) May 4, 2021
Discover more about Hollan. 🎥 https://t.co/kgy8VMvToN
Alcorn President Announces its 150th Celebration
The 150th anniversary of Alcorn State University’s inception is right around the corner! Visit https://t.co/uY8q3l5x3v in the coming days for upcoming updates for the University’s sesquicentennial celebration! https://t.co/tgCyR5ZJTN via @YouTube
— Alcorn State (@AlcornStateU) May 4, 2021
NCCU Volleyball Scholar-Athlete Jasmine Sanders Scores Big
Jasmine Sanders managed to maintain a 3.6 GPA while also staying active as a student-athlete. She was also named twice as an MEAC All-Academic Team honoree in her sport.
— N.C. Central University (@NCCU) May 4, 2021
Read more about Jasmine here: https://t.co/7rEUUEJw4X pic.twitter.com/83bF1CgwV5
DC 14-year-old who graduated high school early makes decision after being accepted to 14 colleges (Video)
After being accepted into 14 universities, Washington, DC 16-year old Curtis Lawrence III chooses to attend FAMU!! He'll double major in biology and computer science.
— FAMU National Alumni (@FAMUNationalAA) May 4, 2021
FAMU continues to attract the best and the brightest!!
Watch the video.https://t.co/ESuzA2B9T4
16-year-old accepts a full scholarship to Florida A&M University. https://t.co/LXVleWgokU via @YouTube
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) May 4, 2021
District of Columbia Council Bill CER 23-0191 - FastDemocracy https://t.co/w8Z4rfLkAG
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) May 4, 2021
DSU's Breidegam Named To All-NTCA Freshman Team
DSU’s BREIDEGAM NAMED TO ALL-NTCA FRESHMAN TEAM https://t.co/KKHIQxxzfI
— Delaware St. Hornets (@DSUHornets) May 4, 2021
People are asking why HBCU athletes don't get drafted. Simple...ECONOMICS. They can get our players for cheap, so they do.
People are asking why HBCU athletes don't get drafted. Simple...ECONOMICS. They can get our players for cheap, so they do.@thesportsgroove #puttingtueYouinHBCU pic.twitter.com/gXYyEdA72M
— HSRN (@HSRadio) May 4, 2021
Take a look at the #PGAWORKSChamp leaderboards
It's moving day at @TPCSawgrass 📈
— PGA WORKS (@PGAWORKS) May 4, 2021
Take a look at the #PGAWORKSChamp leaderboards ➡️ https://t.co/0p9JAx73TO pic.twitter.com/k4PbkK4hsZ
‘This Won’t Ever Happen Again’: Deion Sanders to Host One-Day Camp for Coaches After No HBCU Grad Was Selected In 2021 NFL Draft
‘This Won’t Ever Happen Again’: Deion Sanders to Host One-Day Camp for Coaches After No HBCU Grad Was Selected In 2021 NFL Draft https://t.co/PahUV6Q47p
— Atlanta Black Star (@ATLBlackStar) May 4, 2021
MEAC Announces Weekly Softball Honors, presented by Coca-Cola
#MEACSB @MEACSports Announces Weekly Softball Honors, presented by @CocaCola #IBackTheMEACAt50 #IBackTheMEAC https://t.co/WeE05UWy0K
— Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) (@MEACSports) May 4, 2021
NCCU’s Hurley and Batista Earn MEAC Weekly Softball Awards
AWARDS: @NccuSoftball collects two more weekly awards with Kiara Hurley earning her third MEAC Pitcher of the Week honors of the season and Hailey Batista being named MEAC Rookie of the Week for the first time Tuesday.
— NCCU Athletics (@NCCUAthletics) May 4, 2021
STORY:https://t.co/Rcg5g6Y1nu#EaglePride #EagleEra pic.twitter.com/hHlO0u92al
Shaw Announces 2021 Football Schedule
FB: SHAW ANNOUNCES 2021 FOOTBALL SCHEDULE
— Shaw Athletics (@ShawBears) May 4, 2021
🔗https://t.co/eApPCfKADJ pic.twitter.com/erRH5wNoPl
Duke vs. N.C. A&T Football Schedule Change
The @NCATFootball vs. @DukeFOOTBALL game date has been changed to Friday, Sept. 10 @ Wallace Wade Stadium in Durham. Kickoff time is still TBD. @NCATAGGIES https://t.co/sla0K4aGtd pic.twitter.com/ISxjtp9PF0
— N.C. A&T Athletics (@NCATAGGIES) May 4, 2021
Welcome the new Trojan coaches to VSU for Softball, Volleyball, Football and T&F
Welcome Head Softball Coach, Jameshia Smith (Daughter of James Smith and twin sister of Jamila Smith) to the Trojan family. #WeAreVSU pic.twitter.com/Xi76G9BOn3
— VSU Athletics (@VSUsports) May 4, 2021
Welcome Assistant Softball Coach, Jamila Smith (Daughter of James and twin sister of Jameshia Smith) to the Trojan family. #WeAreVSU pic.twitter.com/GUMH8DB00n
— VSU Athletics (@VSUsports) May 4, 2021
Welcome Assistant Softball Coach, James Smith (Father of Jameshia and Jamila Smith) to the Trojan family. #WeAreVSU pic.twitter.com/9yI9WqJkPu
— VSU Athletics (@VSUsports) May 4, 2021
Welcome Assistant Softball Coach, Rasheeda Crews to the Trojan family. #WeAreVSU pic.twitter.com/CUNaCUykC8
— VSU Athletics (@VSUsports) May 4, 2021
Welcome our new Defensive Line Coach, Jeremy Watkins to the Trojan family. #WeAreVSU pic.twitter.com/4upJEBYxcF
— VSU Athletics (@VSUsports) May 4, 2021
Welcome our new Track and Field, Pole Vaulters Coach, Angel Smith to the Trojan family. #WeAreVSU pic.twitter.com/VDl3qyeQPw
— VSU Athletics (@VSUsports) May 4, 2021
Welcome Assistant Volleyball Coach, Jaelyn Jackson to the Trojan family. #WeAreVSU pic.twitter.com/4YBG7IpxBJ
— VSU Athletics (@VSUsports) May 4, 2021
'Where's the Glory in Helping Goliath Beat David?' Inside Ben Crump's Quest to Raise the Value of Black Life in America
"Where's the glory in helping Goliath beat David?" Inside @AttorneyCrump's quest to raise the value of Black life in America https://t.co/mZfsv6U4Ns
— TIME (@TIME) May 4, 2021
Rosa Jones didn't have anyone that looked like her to look up to so she is determined to be that role model for younger girls in golf.
Rosa Jones didn't have anyone that looked like her to look up to so she is determined to be that role model for younger girls in golf. @HUBison_Golf | #PGAWORKSChamp pic.twitter.com/Q1vgJAzqea
— PGA WORKS (@PGAWORKS) May 4, 2021
Deondre Francois: Last Chance HBC-U
Deondre Francois: Last Chance HBC-U - YouTube https://t.co/3YixnUtC8g
— Robert Prunty (@Coachp_Hampton) May 4, 2021
21-Year Active-Duty Soldier to Graduate From Howard, Advancing Career in Atmospheric Science Despite Barriers
An active-duty soldier with more than 21 years in the Army wanted to do more, so he soared in the atmospheric science program at Howard University. On Saturday, he will reap the benefits as a 2021 graduate.
— Howard University (@HowardU) May 4, 2021
Read more of his story here: https://t.co/RB3ugBGNYC pic.twitter.com/IVi5q0pBcA