FAMU saw 200 high school players show up to its 1st prospect camp under coach James Colzie III. The college football hopefuls showcased skills and strengthened connections with the Rattlers. 🏈
— G. Thomas III (@3peatgee) June 20, 2024
🎙️: @CoachColzie, @Mekhi_Maddox, @Mykalllundy
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Thursday, June 20, 2024
Recruiting targets, prospects galore at FAMU football coach James Colzie III's first camp | Gerald Thomas III
Top Sprinter in 100 meters will not be competing at Olympic Trials due to MEAC's embarrassing failure
Thank you. pic.twitter.com/8TzGQpEp4t
— Kai Cole (@2FlyyKai) June 20, 2024
Kai Cole wins the 100!#GoldStandard🔰 pic.twitter.com/k4IM5X1WIY
— Norfolk State Athletics (@NSUSpartans) May 8, 2024
WHAT IS A USATF SANCTION, YOU ASK?Kai Cole showcased a remarkable performance successfully defending his MEAC titles in the 100 meters and 200 meters, achieving personal best records in both events. These victories have qualified him for the Olympic trials.
— HBCUGO.TV (@HBCUGoTV) May 10, 2024
🎥📸 @NSUSpartans pic.twitter.com/A48k8eGEMU
APSU Transfer 3⭐OL Christian Wingfield has committed to HBCU National Champions Florida A&M | Hapeville Charter Academy
CHRISTIAN WINGFIELD BIO3PM More On The Way #RELOAD #REPEAT#NotDoneYet @CoachColzie pic.twitter.com/DMi3pfgZUj
— Marcus Windham (@CoachM_Windham) June 20, 2024
Christian Wingfield 6'6/330/OL transfer from Austin Peay commits to Florida A&M
— HBCU Premier Sports & More (@HBCUSports1) June 20, 2024
* Hometown Riverdale, GA pic.twitter.com/MxdqAn90gR
FAMU FCS-to-FCS PORTAL TRANSFERS THIS CYCLE:
Cameron Donald (DL) | Kennesaw | Florida A&M |
Jayren Fox (LB) | Mississippi Valley State | Florida A&M |
Alston Hooker (QB) | North Carolina A&T | Florida A&M |
Andrew Tisher (P) | Stetson | Florida A&M |
Quay Davis (WR) | Texas Southern | Florida A&M |
FAMU has brought in 27 FBS transfers to lead all FCS teams, Leading all FCS teams
You on or off the ball @TjLee55?? #FootballFantasy https://t.co/nPcWckJjr8
— Coach Henry (@CoachHen501) June 13, 2024
FAMU has brought in 27 FBS transfers to lead all FCS teams, Leading all FCS teams https://t.co/66aaR429H5
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) June 20, 2024
FCS teams bringing in the most 2024 FBS transfers
— Sam Herder (@SamHerderFCS) June 20, 2024
27 - FAMU
23 - Murray St
19 - APSU
17 - Gardner-Webb, Grambling
16 - ACU, McNeese, UT Martin
15 - SFA, TN State, TN Tech
13 - Bethune-Cookman, JSU
12 - Montana, YSU
11 - UIW, WIU
10 - Missouri St, UNA, NAUhttps://t.co/YEkF0Pf43C
Edward Waters University assistant coach will mentor athletes for U.S. Olympic trials | Mia Berry
Edward Waters University assistant coach will mentor athletes for U.S. Olympic trials https://t.co/aD9erSqeTW
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) June 20, 2024
Saint Augustine's University leader drops bombshell allegation in response to lawsuit |
Saint Augustine's University leader drops bombshell allegation in response to lawsuit https://t.co/ot9cBy9NUS
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) June 20, 2024
UAPB prioritizes offense roster refill | Tanner Spearman
Rebuilding the offensive line is one of the top priorities for the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff after losing four of last year https://t.co/WQI2KB24vP
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) June 20, 2024
Hall of Famer Ken Riley’s biggest strengths were his intelligence, kindness & class. The apple does not fall far from the tree.
🚨 #JungleJamCommitments 🚨
— Bengal Jim & Friends (@bengaljims_BTR) June 20, 2024
Hall of Famer Ken Riley’s biggest strengths were his intelligence, kindness & class. The apple does not fall far from the tree. Watching Ken Riley II and the Riley family take the steps to the @ProFootballHOF, Bengal fans and the world learned so… pic.twitter.com/5GPdqjLSpe
🚨 #JungleJamCommitments 🚨
— Bengal Jim & Friends (@bengaljims_BTR) June 13, 2024
Peeeeete! All seven seasons as a Bengal Pete Johnson lead the team in rushing. He was a all-pro player and a critical part of the offense that won the 1981 AFC Championship. He left the team as its all time leading rusher with 5,421 yards and 70… pic.twitter.com/s514xxB6wo
sync src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8">🚨 #JungleJamCommitments 🚨
— Bengal Jim & Friends (@bengaljims_BTR) June 17, 2024
Jungle Jam (Featuring Jungle To The Hall 4) is so proud to have future @ProFootballHOF inductee @KenAndersonNFL, The face of the Bengals franchise in the 70’s and much of the 80’s. His 4 NFL passing titles, 3 Pro Bowls, 2x All Pro team member, NFL… pic.twitter.com/oubIzZgCcJ
🚨 #JungleJamCommitments 🚨
— Bengal Jim & Friends (@bengaljims_BTR) June 6, 2024
As a running back there was no part of James Brooks game that was not elite. Ran outside with speed, ran between the tackles with power, picked up blitz as a blocker, run blocked for his teammates along with being the most dangerous receiving… pic.twitter.com/BIo37QKqCQ
Top QB, RB and WR for each of Miami's 2024 non-conference opponents
Top QB, RB and WR for each of Miami's 2024 non-conference opponents https://t.co/DnIcVWO5CX
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) June 20, 2024
Wednesday, June 19, 2024
Nicholson Named Norfolk State Head Softball Coach
Norfolk State names Angie Nicholson as its softball coach https://t.co/hNpOc4Plp4
— Daily Press (@Daily_Press) June 20, 2024
WATCH | The O&G StrikeZone | June 19, 2024 | Whose Got The Money?
The O&G StrikeZone | June 19, 2024 | Whose Got The Money? https://t.co/njIXGrVOPl via @YouTube
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) June 20, 2024
WATCH | FAMU & ASU at AACSA's Juneteenth in downtown San Jose June 15, 2024
FAMU & ASU at AACSA's Juneteenth in downtown San Jose June 15, 2024 https://t.co/8HKPujkj1R via @YouTube
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) June 20, 2024
WATCH | On this #Juneteenth, we remember the “shining promise of emancipation” for African Americans, albeit delayed. Let us never forget the bloody path America took in achieving it!
On this #Juneteenth, we remember the “shining promise of emancipation” for African Americans, albeit delayed. Let us never forget the bloody path America took in achieving it as we continue to this day to fight for the ideals encompassed in that promise of equality and freedom. pic.twitter.com/x91Z8Ov5IY
— The Lincoln Project (@ProjectLincoln) June 19, 2024
MVSU Announces Special Ceremony and Ribbon Cutting | Aliyah Hill
🎉📣 Exciting times ahead at MVSU! Join us on June 24, 2024, at 11 a.m. for a ribbon-cutting ceremony and our new Athletic Logo unveiling at Rice-Totten Stadium. Don’t miss this special event and the chance to grab some fantastic giveaways!#MVSU1950 pic.twitter.com/dvy8JKZmBq
— Mississippi Valley State University (@MVSUDEVILS) June 19, 2024
— Mississippi Valley State Athletics (@MVSUDevilSports) June 19, 2024
Sources: NCAA presents new basketball tournament models that would expand field by 4 or 8 teams | Ross Dellenger
Sources: NCAA presents new basketball tournament models that would expand field by 4 or 8 teams https://t.co/k7UOu38TES via @YahooSports
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) June 19, 2024
Who is Bob Hayes: Florida A&M alumnus who made Olympics, NFL history | Kiya Wimbush-Robinson
Who is Bob Hayes: Florida A&M alumnus who made Olympics, NFL history - ClutchPoints https://t.co/PCQvQBSjKh via @GoogleNews
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) June 19, 2024
FAMU’s Bob Hayes! pic.twitter.com/q935EJa3BX
— Rick Rattler (@rick_son7) June 20, 2024
MOB TIES🐍 👀 | The Best Returning 2024 FCS Interior Offensive Lineman In Each Conference | Brian McLaughlin
MOB TIES🐍 👀@AshtonGrable5 #REPEAT🐍#RELOAD🐍 https://t.co/49oxQ7NhmG pic.twitter.com/niCZcfo49y
— Coach Demas (@CoachDemas) June 19, 2024
The Best Returning 2024 FCS Interior Offensive Lineman In Each Conference@BrianMacWriter ✍️⬇️https://t.co/EdGUyATETe
— HERO Sports FCS (@HEROSports_FCS) June 19, 2024
WATCH | Celebrating Juneteenth with our quick CBSNews history lesson! | Henry Louis Gates Jr.
Celebrating #Juneteenth with our quick CBSNews history lesson! Share this video and help spread the *true* story of the emancipation of enslaved people after the Civil War.
— Henry Louis Gates Jr (@HenryLouisGates) June 19, 2024
Watch my whole @CBSNews appearance here: https://t.co/8c1i0BIOEU pic.twitter.com/ttwFlLj65l
There are 133 players available in the Transfer Portal that shot 40% or better from three point range
TP Stats: There are 133 players available in the Transfer Portal that shot 40% or better from three point range.#TP4PT #TransferPortal pic.twitter.com/CNIBM5j87t
— Transfer Portal for Playing Time (@TP4PT) June 19, 2024
2024 Port City Classic Returns to Mobile November 2, 2024
2024 Port City Classic Returns to Mobile November 2 2024 https://t.co/kH4UILh9sZ
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) June 19, 2024
'WALK FOR FREEDOM': Opal Lee's Juneteenth Walk for Freedom is underway in Dallas
'WALK FOR FREEDOM': Opal Lee's Juneteenth Walk for Freedom is underway in Dallas. Watch live: https://t.co/bcxzrkzeKp pic.twitter.com/6NxmFjFxJt
— WFAA (@wfaa) June 19, 2024
On Juneteenth, we commemorate the anniversary of the delayed news of freedom reaching the enslaved people of Galveston, Texas. Let’s keep building on the work of the generations who came before us and making sure that the arc of the moral universe continues to bend towards… pic.twitter.com/xlLfUYcI9c
— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) June 19, 2024
On Juneteenth, we celebrate our freedom, our resilience, and our progress. Today we're honoring all the Black folks who came before us – who helped build our country with their bare hands – who marched and fought to do everything they could to build a better future for us all.… pic.twitter.com/NmdjgcUK3t
— Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) June 19, 2024
In 1978, the Florida A&M Rattlers won the inaguaral 1-AA (now FCS) playoff formatted national championship | CFB Home
Happy #JuneTeenth
— CFB Home (@CFBHome) June 19, 2024
In 1978, the Florida A&M Rattlers won the innaguaral 1-AA (now FCS) playoff formatted national championship.
They defeated current FBS program UMASS 35-28 to win it all. pic.twitter.com/yShDqbuXhj
1978 NCAA D 1AA National Football Championship: Massachusetts vs Florida... https://t.co/2Ir46HEBKG via @YouTube
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) June 19, 2024
Dillard University Director of Athletics Dr. Linda Bell removes the interim tag. Ahmad “Rod” White named as the next Head Baseball Coach
Dillard University Director of Athletics Dr. Linda Bell removes the interim tag. Ahmad “Rod” White named as the next Head Baseball Coach. White brings wealth of experience and leadership to the Bleu Devils. pic.twitter.com/g32vqPRwOa
— Dillard Athletics (@GeauxDU) June 19, 2024