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Wednesday, June 28, 2023

Alabama A&M University and The Zone Extend Partnership to Support Student-Athlete Mental Wellness Through 2026

Alabama A&M University and The Zone Extend Partnership to Support Student-Athlete Mental Wellness Through 2026 https://t.co/OnnzSM02mo
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) June 28, 2023

BCU Men’s Basketball Announces 2023-24 Schedule

Men’s Basketball Announces 2023-24 Schedule https://t.co/fb6VwKZVxe
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) June 28, 2023

2023 Outlook: Meet FAMU football's receivers, known as the 'RACBOYZ 2.0,' for the upcoming season | Gerald Thomas III

The ‘RACBOYZ 2.0’ will look a lil different this year. Here’s how they stack up for the 2023 season. 🏈

Via @TDOnline https://t.co/12oEXE3vW1
— G. Thomas III (@3peatgee) June 28, 2023

Tuesday, June 27, 2023

Decatur Awarded Bid to Host Gulf Coast Athletic Conference Cross Country Championships through 2025

GCAC Commissioner @KikiBakerBarnes announces @VisitDecaturAL Awarded Bid to Host Gulf Coast Athletic Conference Cross Country Championships through 2025 https://t.co/EqyKTpSAvY pic.twitter.com/V24jDcQgsL
— Gulf Coast Athletic Conference (@GCACSports) June 27, 2023

Mobile City Council approves contentious sale of Ladd Stadium to school board | Brad GuntherT

Mobile City Council approves contentious sale of Ladd Stadium to school board https://t.co/a1ST1FMctR
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) June 27, 2023

@HBCUGoTV is in town today getting the lay of the land to broadcast the 34th Southern Heritage Classic. We're excited!

@HBCUGoTV is in town today getting the lay of the land to broadcast the 34th Southern Heritage Classic. We're excited! Are you? pic.twitter.com/5EusKov0Y4
— Southern Heritage Classic (@ClassicMemphis) June 27, 2023

September 7th-9th promises to be one of the hottest weekends in town. Make sure you have your tickets to the 34th Southern Heritage Classic! Use this link to purchase tickets and tailgate packages, https://t.co/SKa94G6XcB #SHC #ClassicMemphis pic.twitter.com/VrdPlMXD9w
— Southern Heritage Classic (@ClassicMemphis) June 27, 2023

Southern Heritage Classic concerts include Morris Day, Gladys Knight https://t.co/yyeARbDXGX #SHC #ClassicMemphis
— Southern Heritage Classic (@ClassicMemphis) June 27, 2023

SWAC Announces Naming of Conference Office Headquarters

SWAC Announces Naming of Conference Office Headquarters #SWACNews https://t.co/BbtQW8ynUP
— Southwestern Athletic Conference (@theswac) June 27, 2023

The Orange Blossom Classic is officially scheduled to kickoff at 3 PM at Hard Rock Stadium!

🚨 𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗗𝗨𝗟𝗘 𝗨𝗣𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘 🚨

The Orange Blossom Classic is officially scheduled to kickoff at 3 PM on ESPN.

Purchase your tickets today and meet us at Hard Rock Stadium!

🎟️ https://t.co/MsBZckckns #FAMU | #Rattlers | #LeaveNoDoubt pic.twitter.com/TN3sOqOpRu
— Florida A&M Football 🏈 (@FAMU_FB) May 31, 2023

The Orange Blossom Classic Battle of the Bands is heating up! With tickets as low as $24, come watch the world-renowned @THEMARCHING100 vs. the incomparable @SonicBoomOTS.
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More High School bands confirmed 👀, represent your school in the comments! https://t.co/5Uf5t2yCsN pic.twitter.com/9YaBF0Qcfc
— orangeblossomfc (@orangeblossomfc) June 25, 2023

FAMU The Marching 100 at Juneteenth in downtown San Jose on June 18, 2023 https://t.co/iOmEDHM0kh via @YouTube
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) June 27, 2023

𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗦𝗢𝗢𝗡 𝗧𝗢 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗛𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗘𝗦𝗧 𝗢𝗙 𝗦𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗡 𝗛𝗜𝗟𝗟𝗦!! Nike Zoom Generation 1 Cleats for @FAMU_FB 🔥👑🐍

📷: @FAMUAthletics

More Details 📝: https://t.co/dfwGz1VorX
— Sneaker News (@SneakerNews) June 27, 2023

𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗦𝗢𝗢𝗡 𝗧𝗢 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗛𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗘𝗦𝗧 𝗢𝗙 𝗦𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗡 𝗛𝗜𝗟𝗟𝗦!!#FAMU | #Rattlers | #LeaveNoDoubt pic.twitter.com/F0gFr0aLUT
— Florida A&M Football 🏈 (@FAMU_FB) June 27, 2023

Nike Zoom Generation 1 Cleats for @FAMU_FB 🔥👑🐍 pic.twitter.com/bUPvGnt0Sc
— Nice Kicks (@nicekicks) June 27, 2023

HBCU Corner: Alabama A&M University Football Coach Connell Maynor | Urban Sports Scene

HBCU Corner: Alabama A&M University Football Coach Connell Maynor https://t.co/vo8RY6LXlj via @YouTube
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) June 27, 2023

Utah Tech Graduate Transfer Long Snapper Baylor Payan Committed to Florida A&M University

After much thought and prayer FAMU is the place I will be calling home! Let’s work!! @HCWillieSimmons @Coach2Bless pic.twitter.com/4vLgEdcYFq
— Baylor Payan (@BaylorPayan) June 25, 2023

I want to thank Utah Tech University for the amazing ride! Because of them I was able to complete my bachelor’s and play the game I love! With that being said I have entered the portal as a grad transfer with 2 years of eligibility remaining! pic.twitter.com/QYOoepfxK4
— Baylor Payan (@BaylorPayan) May 10, 2023

Long snapper uni reveals is a must 🦾 https://t.co/pS9fMHjAlN
— Baylor Payan (@BaylorPayan) September 24, 2022

Virginia Union views JV hoops team as opportunity provider, developmental step | John O'Connor

Virginia Union views JV hoops team as opportunity provider, developmental step https://t.co/I2wqrMSiYU via @RTDSports
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) June 27, 2023

In case you missed it: Here's the latest news around FAMU football | Gerald Thomas III

Alright, I’m back from vacation and back clocked in. Here’s what’s been going on around #FAMU. 🏈 https://t.co/X1fJlTFXFy
— G. Thomas III (@3peatgee) June 27, 2023

Alabama State Head Coach Talks On Coaching, Team Goals, Winning Celebration Bowl | Kyle T. Mosley

Alabama State's head coach Eddie Robinson Jr. give us insight on coaching, Hornets, and 2023 goals with Jeff Lightsy Jr.#HBCU @HBCULegends @jlightsy7 @erob50 @ktmoze @Masont_Smith @BamaStateFB #SwarmAS1 https://t.co/mcYw191ULD
— HBCU Legends (@hbculegends) June 27, 2023

Monday, June 26, 2023

Gerard Wilcher Speaks On 'The Power Of The 'M' | Mason Smith

Morehouse College's new head football coach speaks on the the Power of the M!@Masont_Smith @WilcherGerard @MorehouseFB @HBCULegends @KTMOZE @Morehouse https://t.co/6UNtB2OMTp
— HBCU Legends (@hbculegends) June 26, 2023

Marching 101 Band camp brings students from across the country to South Carolina State University | Nydja Hood

Marching 101 Band camp brings students from across the country to South Carolina State University https://t.co/8FNnhwcJ4N via @wltx
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) June 26, 2023

Isaiah Range Returns To Alabama State | Mason Smith

Isaiah Range Leaves Transfer Portal, Returns To Alabama State@KedrenRange @Masont_Smith @HBCULegends @KTMOZE #swarmas1 https://t.co/3fMTN1rAl8
— HBCU Legends (@hbculegends) June 26, 2023

Delaware State Athletics Announces Coaching Hires

Delaware State Athletics Announces Coaching Hires https://t.co/o4GdvNB1VA
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) June 26, 2023

CO '23 | West Orange H.S. (FL) 400m 4A State Champion Valentino Rudolph Committed to Florida A&M University

#FAMU @CoachGee thanks coach gee can’t wait 🐍 pic.twitter.com/iT9fOuZOay
— valentino rudolph (@king_rudolph23) June 23, 2023

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Valentino Rudolph https://t.co/ugdTCTbKS5
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) June 26, 2023

MEAC Commissioner Stills Appears on Game of Her Own Podcast

Our trailblazing leader @commishstills sits down with Jahaan Blake on a new episode of “Game of Her Own” podcast to discuss her career journey, influence on the sports industry, and being a role model for all.

You can listen now on Spotify 🎧🎙️ https://t.co/uxLoKrCb8A pic.twitter.com/Lw63WVpG3y
— Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) (@MEACSports) June 26, 2023

MEAC Commissioner Stills Appears on Game of Her Own Podcast https://t.co/znwXqvFbfs
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) June 26, 2023

2023 FCS Top 25: No. 13 North Carolina Central Football Preview | Sam Herder

No. 13 North Carolina Central Football Preview

Returning 2022 All-Conference Players, Players In 2023 #FCS Positional Rankings, Transfer Portal Movement, Offensive Outlook, Defensive Outlook: https://t.co/LWEvvJpV04
— HERO Sports FCS (@HEROSports_FCS) June 26, 2023

61 days until the 2023 #FCS season:

NC Central DB Khalil Baker returns after being named the 2022 MEAC Defensive Player of the Year along w/ multiple All-American selections. He totaled 61 tackles, 2 TFLs, 4 interceptions, 1 pick-6, and 9 passes defended
— Sam Herder (@SamHerderFCS) June 26, 2023

Coach Tomekia Reed On Breaking Through Complacency (Video) | Kyle T. Mosley

Coach Tomekia Reed On Breaking Through Complacency (Video) — @CoachTReed @hbculegends @ktmoze https://t.co/dGKI4ebEls
— HBCU Legends (@hbculegends) June 26, 2023

Tomekia Reed 'Understands the Mission' | Kyle T. Mosley

Jackson State Lady Tigers head coach Tomekia Reed talks about being "rejuvenated" for the upcoming season! ew with the dynamic basketball coach. @CoachTReed - @HBCULegends - @KTMOZE @GoJSUTigersWBB https://t.co/85CZf0IWoX
— Kyle T. Mosley (@ktmoze) June 25, 2023

Sunday, June 25, 2023

HBCU All-Star Signed By Minnesota for NBA Summer League | Kyle T. Mosley

HBCU All-Star signed by the T-Wolves for 2023 NBA Summer League!@HBCULegends @HBCUAllStarGame @KTMOZE @BankstonKris @NSU_BBALL https://t.co/OGAz38yYRN
— HBCU Legends (@hbculegends) June 25, 2023

Former Jackson State WR Malachi Wideman Accepted To Supplemental Draft | Logan Ulrich

Former Jackson State WR Malachi Wideman Accepted To Supplemental Draft https://t.co/sPmBZPaVz3 pic.twitter.com/pi1BjhWpSL
— NFLTradeRumors.co (@nfltrade_rumors) June 25, 2023