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Saturday, September 23, 2023

WATCH | THEE W.C. Gorden Classic

THEE W.C. Gorden Classic https://t.co/xieRFsRnGI via @YouTube
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) September 23, 2023

Circle City Classic football game returns | Arika Herron

Circle City Classic football game returns https://t.co/zcntEXpZmG
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) September 23, 2023

NCAA celebrates student-athletes, coaches at Circle City Classic luncheon

NCAA celebrates student-athletes, coaches at Circle City Classic luncheon https://t.co/HqZryobyTp
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) September 23, 2023

WATCH | Kicking off the 39th #CircleCityClassic with style!

Kicking off the 39th #CircleCityClassic with style!

📍Indianapolis#FCS pic.twitter.com/QYcx4KWKtX
— NCAA FCS Football (@NCAA_FCS) September 23, 2023

Marcelino Earns Third Career OVC Golfer of the Week Honors

Marcelino Earns Third Career OVC Golfer of the Week Honors https://t.co/mPUKaOaYN5
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) September 23, 2023

Collins Announces Top-Notch Schedule for 2023-24

Collins Announces Top-Notch Schedule for 2023-24 https://t.co/RtdgYEAYbF
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) September 23, 2023

Double-Doubles From Holcombe, Davis and Lalane Propels Volleyball to OVC Victory

Double-Doubles From Holcombe, Davis and Lalane Propels Volleyball to OVC Victory https://t.co/F8a85g6aQE
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) September 23, 2023

RECAP | FAMU Sports Hall of Fame night | G. Thomas III

Great conversation with ⁦@FAMUAthletics⁩ AD ⁦@Tiffani_Sykes⁩ addressing the #F-Club getting ready for #FAMUHOF Weekend ⁦@FAMU_FB⁩ pic.twitter.com/BAEG1bTFrU
— Greg Coleman (@gregcoleman8) September 22, 2023

#FAMU Sports Hall of Fame night.

2023 Class 🐍

Women:
Brenda Fogle 🏀
Teresa Jenkins 🏀
Nakia Linson 🏃🏾‍♀️
Kenya Pereira 🥎

Men:
Patrick Bonner, Sr. 🏈
Willie Brown 🏈
Terrence Hinson 🏃🏿‍♂️

Supporter:
Dr. Janelle R. Baker pic.twitter.com/L8lNpN5Igi
— G. Thomas III (@3peatgee) September 22, 2023

𝗠𝗔𝗧𝗖𝗛 𝗗𝗔𝗬 Rattlers are back in action today before the football game. Come out and support your Rattlers in Lawson before heading to Bragg

𝗠𝗔𝗧𝗖𝗛 𝗗𝗔𝗬

Rattlers are back in action today before the football game. Come out and support your Rattlers in Lawson before heading to Bragg.

⌚️ 2 PM
🎟 FREE
📺 https://t.co/plq9r0j4rU ($)
📊 https://t.co/z8XwDI6tf4 #FAMU | #FAMUly | #Rattlers | #FangsUp 🐍 pic.twitter.com/30cTtxqtJB
— Florida A&M Volleyball 🏐 (@FAMU_VB) September 23, 2023

“Once the kids come here, they buy into that [culture] and it creates that momentum with being a team and a member of the community on campus.”

Coach Gokhan Yilmaz speaks on the special culture and environment found at @FAMU_VB and what it means for those that attend.#NCAAWVB pic.twitter.com/cSF2rMbDft
— NCAA Women's Volleyball (@NCAAVolleyball) September 19, 2023

What a day with @FAMU_VB 🐍 #NCAAWVB pic.twitter.com/gtFwleGULz
— NCAA Women's Volleyball (@NCAAVolleyball) September 19, 2023

Florida A&M Selected To Host High School Football Championships | Mason Smith

Florida A&M Selected To Host High School Football Championships@HBCULegends @Masont_smith @ktmoze https://t.co/DNO8FTHEpR
— HBCU Legends (@hbculegends) September 23, 2023

𝗚𝗔𝗠𝗘 𝗗𝗔𝗬 Rattlers return to Tallahassee to defend the nation's second longest home winning streak vs. ASU

𝗚𝗔𝗠𝗘 𝗗𝗔𝗬

Rattlers return to Tallahassee to defend the nation's second longest home winning streak vs. ASU.

⌚️ 6 PM
🎟 https://t.co/WP0XQbTWLP
📺 https://t.co/e5ChHZddWw
📻 https://t.co/vkfeTacZQQ
📊 https://t.co/M0cAlLAwFw
📰 https://t.co/COpF577Bmd (digital program) pic.twitter.com/e6V1rvwcBd
— Florida A&M Football 🏈 (@FAMU_FB) September 23, 2023

Rattler Nation,

Come prepared for tonight's game with information on the different gate entrances.#FAMU | #FAMUly | #Rattlers | #FangsUp 🐍 pic.twitter.com/CKzxZTq3EG
— Florida A&M Athletics (@FAMUAthletics) September 23, 2023

TIME TO EAT!

Rattlers back in Bragg tomorrow to play Bama State.

Helmet ⚪️
Jersey 🟠
Pants ⚪️#FAMU | #Rattlers | #LeaveNoDoubt pic.twitter.com/m1aQjpT7XR
— Florida A&M Football 🏈 (@FAMU_FB) September 23, 2023

East side of Bragg Memorial Stadium is SOLD OUT for this weekend’s game vs. Alabama State! See you soon Rattlers! 🐍
— Tiffani-Dawn (@Tiffani_Sykes) September 22, 2023

TALLY’S OWN MARCUS RILEY SCORED HIS FIRST TD IN BRAGG.

Come out to Ken Riley Field at Bragg Stadium this weekend as the Rattlers play Alabama State.

🎟️ https://t.co/WP0XQbTWLP #FAMU | #FAMUly | #Rattlers | #FangsUp 🐍 pic.twitter.com/zdk6LIpctk
— Florida A&M Football 🏈 (@FAMU_FB) September 20, 2023

HOMETOWN RATTLER PUT ON FOR THE CITY!

Nick Dixon had his second straight big game after scoring vs. West Florida.

Come out to Ken Riley Field at Bragg Stadium this weekend as the Rattlers open up SWAC play versus Alabama State.

🎟️ https://t.co/WP0XQbTWLP #FAMU | #OurTime pic.twitter.com/u5oKNMOZLw
— Florida A&M Football 🏈 (@FAMU_FB) September 20, 2023

Just the Facts: No. 23 Florida A&M vs. Alabama State gameday preview, predictions | G. Thomas III

It’s gameday on the Highest of Seven Hills! #FAMU takes on Bama State in a #SWAC East game. #SWARMAS1 @MGMAdvertiser beat writer @Jerryhump3 and I did some notes, quotes, and predictions. 🏈

And we’re disagreeing on tonight’s outcome. 👀

Via @TDOnline https://t.co/7c6YL3HWZH
— G. Thomas III (@3peatgee) September 23, 2023

WATCH | "Tailgating is alive and well" - What you can expect at Bragg Memorial Stadium this weekend | Alberto Camargo

"Tailgating is alive and well" - What you can expect at Bragg Memorial Stadium this weekend https://t.co/TA8ZofuhqS
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) September 23, 2023

WATCH | Something Good - FAMU dedicates locker room to George ‘Godfather’ Thompson | Ryan Kelly

Something Good - FAMU dedicates locker room to George ‘Godfather’ Thompson https://t.co/hlDulZXLD2
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) September 23, 2023

Biden's team says FAMU denied nearly $2 billion in state funding | Tarah Jean

The federal government asks governors to equitably fund land-grant HBCUs, including FAMU https://t.co/sIFKBv2sAu
— Tallahassee Democrat (@TDOnline) September 22, 2023

FAMU President Robinson requests $15 million more from Blueprint for Bragg Stadium | Tarah Jean Gerald Thomas III

FAMU President Robinson requests $15 million more from Blueprint for Bragg Stadium https://t.co/6Wrs6m3CG3
— Tallahassee Democrat (@TDOnline) September 23, 2023

Athletic Director Henderson sheds light on Hampton eligibility issues | Marc Davis

I appreciate those in Hampton Nation who have reached out, remembering, as an alum, that every decision we make will be in the best interest of our student-athletes, this department, and the university.

Thanks @marcdavissports for your reporting on this. https://t.co/zv16RXZqWE
— Anthony D. Henderson, Sr. (@ADHendersonSr) September 20, 2023

Introducing the Hampton Athletics Foundation

Introducing the Hampton Athletics Foundation, our restructured fundraising vehicle to improve, upgrade, and increase philanthropic efforts to support our student-athletes!

To make a donation visit: https://t.co/oYPgEAqGnz #WeAreHamptonU https://t.co/2JvwkR3eBj
— Hampton Athletics (@HUAthletics1868) September 21, 2023

Bye week for the Pirates but they currently lead @CAAFootball teams in rushing offense

Bye week for the Pirates but they currently lead @CAAFootball teams in rushing offense. #WeAreHamptonU pic.twitter.com/duOmYeur9f
— Hampton Football (@Hampton_FB) September 23, 2023

Lopez Gets Selected for Prestigious Tournament

Lopez Gets Selected for Prestigious Tournament https://t.co/W7ZgQDwFBc @NCATMTennis @NCATAGGIES #AggiePride
— N.C. A&T Athletics (@NCATAGGIES) September 22, 2023

Aggies Set to Play Home Opener, Raise Awareness

Aggies Set to Play Home Opener, Raise Awareness https://t.co/mdggLNbwgv
— N.C. A&T Athletics (@NCATAGGIES) September 22, 2023

Get up, Aggies! It’s the first home match of the year for @NcatVolleyball 🫱🏼‍🫲🏽

Pull up to Moore Gym at 2:00 👉🏽 Don’t forget to wear purple in honor of Fatimah 💜 #AneurysmAwareness #AggiePride pic.twitter.com/vP97TsAIqc
— N.C. A&T Athletics (@NCATAGGIES) September 23, 2023

Come to Moore Gym to support @NcatVolleyball on Saturday at 2PM vs. Hampton! 👉🏽 It is the home opener AND Brain Aneurysm Awareness game in memory of Fatimah Shabazz 💜💜

Wear purple and pack the stands 💜 #AggiePride pic.twitter.com/OKRWKaMKQj
— N.C. A&T Athletics (@NCATAGGIES) September 22, 2023

Well-Conditioned Aggies Have Impressive Showing at Elon

Well-Conditioned Aggies Have Impressive Showing at Elon https://t.co/lpWQZNGKvB
— N.C. A&T Athletics (@NCATAGGIES) September 23, 2023

HBCU Football Schedule, How To Watch | Week 4 | Kyle T. Mosley

HBCU Football Previews, Schedule, and How To Watch in Week 4#HBCU @HBCULegends @KTMoze @Masont_Smith @thaiafloyd #SWAC #CIAA #MEAC #SIAC https://t.co/A6AI8T3u2Y
— HBCU Legends (@hbculegends) September 23, 2023

What channel is Alabama State vs FAMU College football? Time, TV schedule for 2023 season | Jerry Humphrey III

What channel is Alabama State vs FAMU College football? Time, TV schedule for 2023 season https://t.co/oqVpUdXsUY via @mgmadvertiser
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) September 23, 2023

Women's Volleyball Picks Up 15th Win At Wiley

Women's Volleyball Picks Up 15th Win At Wiley https://t.co/hMBc6WeUOj
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) September 23, 2023