The Merge 2025 https://t.co/zPhoihRDPt via @YouTube
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) August 16, 2025
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Saturday, August 16, 2025
The Merge 2025 | Jackson State University Sonic Boom of the South Marching Band
How LSU transfer De'Myrion Johnson landed at Southern, and how he fits in. 'Sky is the limit.’ | Toyloy Brown III
Humble. Talented. Hungry.
— Toyloy Brown III (@TJ3rd_) August 15, 2025
Those are a few words Southern football players/staff used to describe LSU transfer De'Myrion Johnson.
How an SEC talent got to the SWAC and is fitting in with the Jaguars
"He’s loads ahead of where he should be." https://t.co/XdUnGNjtRA
Excitement is building on the Bluff! Join us for our season preview special next Thursday! @LAFirstNews @GeauxJags @LAGeauxNation @BHollandSports @SaraPalczewski @chessabouche @SouthernUsports #SWACFB #SWAC #HBCUs pic.twitter.com/FdB9vuhPlG
— John Walton (@John_Walton_) August 16, 2025
Women’s Soccer Host Presbyterian In Home-Opener Sunday
Women’s Soccer Host Presbyterian In Home-Opener Sunday https://t.co/9L9cPTCWCr
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) August 16, 2025
Alabama State QB, Andrew Body says Hornet offense will be versatile in 2025 | Jaeden Day
Alabama State QB, Andrew Body says Hornet offense will be versatile in 2025 https://t.co/EiMekPYq4e
— Advertiser Sports (@mgmsports) August 16, 2025
Grambling State Tigers & Adidas Release A Bold New Look For The Bayou Classic | Kyle T. Mosley
G-Men get a bold, new look for the Bayou Classic!@GSUFootball01 | @hbculegends https://t.co/mbVHh9CbHf
— Kyle T. Mosley (@ktmoze) August 16, 2025
New VUU WR/KR ZyAire Tart was all-CIAA at Lincoln |
New VUU WR/KR ZyAire Tart was all-CIAA at Lincoln https://t.co/4mUnBDZTuT via @RTDSports
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) August 16, 2025
DSU president charged with DUI | Sean Curtis
DSU president charged with DUI https://t.co/NjgepsK2GW via @https://twitter.com/wboc
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) August 16, 2025
Which Southern returning players are impressing during camp? Here are five to watch | Toyloy Brown III
Southern football likes what it's seeing on the field.
— Toyloy Brown III (@TJ3rd_) August 16, 2025
Not just from the established stars and the splashy transfers. The returners who didn't play much or at all are also proving their worth.
5 under-the-radar players to know fo 2025 ⬇️https://t.co/ajQuZR9WzX
The Lasting Impact of Black Quarterbacks at HBCUs and in the Pros | Donald Hunt
The Lasting Impact of Black Quarterbacks at HBCUs and in the Pros https://t.co/DGe7eLnsnu via @The Birmingham Times
— Donald Hunt (@DHuntTrib) August 16, 2025
📢 It's official: ESPN's direct-to-consumer service & enhanced app launch August 21
📢 It's official: ESPN's direct-to-consumer service & enhanced app launch August 21
— ESPN PR (@ESPNPR) August 6, 2025
All of ESPN. All in one place.
Just in time for college football, NFL, US Open, WNBA Playoffs & more
Details: https://t.co/XlwaOjGakl pic.twitter.com/P6w2Cwxi3O
Mississippi Valley State football has woman on roster for first time in school history | Tia Reid
Mississippi Valley State football has woman on roster for first time in school history https://t.co/b1b7RC26wF
— Clarion Ledger (@clarionledger) August 15, 2025
Jackson State doesn't let rain dampen spirits at fan fest | Tia Reid
Jackson State doesn't let rain dampen spirits at Bleed Thee Blue Fall Fan Fest https://t.co/oKN6S1dfTX
— Clarion Ledger (@clarionledger) August 16, 2025
Coach Washington accepts pro job and departs from Lincoln | Kyle T. Mosley
Coach Washington accepts pro job and departs from Lincoln. @hbculegends @blacksportsinc https://t.co/IqU2G7KHS9
— Kyle T. Mosley (@ktmoze) August 16, 2025
BREAKING: SAU remains accredited. 🎓
BREAKING: SAU remains accredited. 🎓
— Saint Augustine's University (@SAU_News) August 16, 2025
Injunction granted. Classes start Sept. 2.
Thanks to former Chair Brian Boulware ’95 for his leadership—continuing on as Trustee.
New Board Chair: Sophie Gibson. Vice Chair: V. Lynnette Mitchell ’89. #BelieveInSAU pic.twitter.com/f9GS5ZylMY
Friday, August 15, 2025
Janice Washington Departs Lincoln After Four Successful Seasons Leading Women’s Basketball
Lincoln (PA) announces the departure of head women’s basketball coach, Janice Washington.
— Liv Antilla (@livforhoops) August 16, 2025
In four seasons Coach Washington went 64-50, including a CIAA Championship during the 21-22 season.@LUL1onsWBB https://t.co/Y6fS3Yasy6
Wiggins named Assistant Basketball Coach at Virginia State
‘Early Bird’ Tickets for the 2026 Food Lion CIAA Championship Basketball Tournament Now Available https://t.co/XdrHUSaCn0
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) August 16, 2025
Fayetteville State University Announces 2025 Athletics Hall of Fame Inductees
Fayetteville State University Announces 2025 Athletics Hall of Fame Inductees https://t.co/JCqn9Vmxa2
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) August 16, 2025
‘Early Bird’ Tickets for the 2026 Food Lion CIAA Championship Basketball Tournament Now Available
‘Early Bird’ Tickets for the 2026 Food Lion CIAA Championship Basketball Tournament Now Available https://t.co/XdrHUSaCn0
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) August 16, 2025
EXCLUSIVE: Trei Oliver Lays Out Expectations in Year 2 Under Walker Harris| NCCU Unique NIL Approach | Locked On HBCU
EXCLUSIVE: Trei Oliver Lays Out Expectations in Year 2 Under Walker Harr... https://t.co/6mbNyHbEAP via @YouTube
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) August 16, 2025
Nina Schiks makes history at Valley by becoming the first woman to play for the Delta Devils🏈
Nina Schiks makes history at Valley by becoming the first woman to play for the Delta Devils🏈
— MVSU Fanatics (@MVSUFanatics) August 16, 2025
The Boxneer, Netherlands native was a member of the #Devilettes soccer team last year
Read more about #HERstory here -> https://t.co/xefGgwKJbm
(📸: https://t.co/Nbrmk3sHkO)#MVSU pic.twitter.com/6dp8PRAOUD
Inside D2Football - Season Preview and Top 25 Reveal | Chuck Bitner
First live show of the year on Sunday night! https://t.co/zJWbQDPY1p
— Chuck Bitner (@D2Chuck) August 16, 2025
This weekend on BOXTOROW w/ Donal Ware Tennessee State head football coach Reggie Barlow and Virginia Union head football coach Dr. Alvin Parker @APtheballcoach join the show
This weekend on BOXTOROW w/ Donal Ware Tennessee State head football coach Reggie Barlow and Virginia Union head football coach Dr. Alvin Parker @APtheballcoach join the show. On a radio station near you https://t.co/8bsmS2nLNY and Sat. 9a ET/8a CT/6a PT on SiriusXM Channel 142. pic.twitter.com/sfiKQEbdb3
— BOXTOROW MEDIA (@boxtorow) August 15, 2025
Why Southern football is confident in new, younger defensive line: 'We've grown a lot.' | Toyloy Brown III
Why Southern football is confident in new, younger defensive line: 'We've grown a lot.' https://t.co/vFl876MfxK via @theadvocatebr
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) August 16, 2025
Southern football’s receiver room has a No. 1 option, speed and, most importantly, confidence | Toyloy Brown III
"We've got to be the tone-setters."
— Toyloy Brown III (@TJ3rd_) August 15, 2025
Southern football's wide receivers have a chip on their shoulder entering the 2025 season.
Find out why that chip exists and who in the position group could be impact playershttps://t.co/gbCTSVoUDZ
Edward Waters Women’s Basketball Adds 14 Talented Newcomers for 2025–26 Season
Edward Waters Women’s Basketball Adds 14 Talented Newcomers for 2025–26 Season https://t.co/BtMIpig8ty
— Eric Jackson, Jr. (@coach_ejwbb) August 15, 2025