Former Phoebus QB Maurikus Banks commits to Hampton University | Marty O'Brien

Former Phoebus QB Maurikus Banks commits to Hampton University: https://t.co/vJvFS1YV0E

— The Virginian-Pilot (@virginianpilot) July 30, 2026

FAMU football's biggest position battles entering 2026 training camp | Gerald Thomas III

FAMU football's biggest position battles entering 2026 training camp https://t.co/Pmj1NdKvvi

— Tallahassee Democrat (@TDOnline) July 30, 2026

The “Just FAMU It.” Gray Edition is for every Rattler who knows what that first home game feels like. A new season. A newly tradition matching the debut of @CoachQGray . #FAMULY
Preorder link: https://t.co/lK9FcXgaiv pic.twitter.com/XOXIngdkyZ

— Anthony Lawrence Collection (@ALCollection) July 30, 2026

FSU, FAMU to hold summer graduations. Here are the keynote speakers | Tarah Jean

As FSU and FAMU students get ready to cross the stage to receive their diplomas this summer, notable individuals will serve as their keynote speakers. https://t.co/Nigxpq2Dns

— Tallahassee Democrat (@TDOnline) July 30, 2026

Kendra Bulluck revives football classic | Caleb Pugh

Kendra Bulluck revives football classic https://t.co/C3LgEzFMK1

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 30, 2026

UDC investigation: 4 UDC employees placed on leave after boy nearly drowns | NBC4 Washington

4 UDC employees placed on leave after boy nearly drowns | NBC4 Washington https://t.co/yue4ckZ6ED via @YouTube

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 30, 2026

Top stories in today's D2.ticker:

➤ @tnusports AD Mark Elliott retires
➤ Sonoma State's relaunch costs
➤ PCSA latest
➤ UDC investigation
➤ Champs Committee: DII MVB championship, NPI & bracketing mock-up & more

Read about these stories & more: https://t.co/FQay3FIMl5 pic.twitter.com/PbaT1bRG61

Boy who nearly-drowned in UDC pool no longer intubated, remains in intensive care https://t.co/zZ4tsbWzC5

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 30, 2026

Top stories in today's D2.ticker:

➤ @tnusports AD Mark Elliott retires
➤ Sonoma State's relaunch costs
➤ PCSA latest
➤ UDC investigation
➤ Champs Committee: DII MVB championship, NPI & bracketing mock-up & more

Read about these stories & more: https://t.co/FQay3FIMl5 pic.twitter.com/PbaT1bRG61

— D2.ticker (@D2ticker) July 29, 2026

The O&G StrikeZone | July 29, 2026 | Ep. 5.66 - The nominees are...

#FAMULY,
Come join the LIVE show in the chats and let's see who the nominees are for the 2026 O&G Awards!#FAMU #Rattlershttps://t.co/3MLFQjd4Gj

— The O&G StrikeZone (@OandGStrikezone) July 30, 2026

Ballin’ HBCU brings two-day basketball event to Memphis this weekend | Matt Infield

Ballin’ HBCU brings two-day basketball event to Memphis this weekend https://t.co/QZdOtKkJG9

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 29, 2026

An early peek at UNC Pembroke at Fayetteville State | Sept. 5 | Eric Lusk

⭐️25 Games The Could Define the Season in NC⭐️

An early peek at UNC Pembroke at Fayetteville State | Sept. 5

✅Two Rivers Classic
✅Last 4 meetings have been barn-burners
✅UNCP offense vs. Fayetteville State 'D'
✅Huge D2 resume builder

Who wins it?https://t.co/V2N5wY9rL5 pic.twitter.com/yTf0evRqrB

— NC Football News (@NCFootballNews) July 28, 2026

Alabama A&M Names Rufus Green Head Softball Coach

Alabama A&M Names Rufus Green Head Softball Coach https://t.co/VTCrHYZ6Q0

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 29, 2026

What Three Early 2026 D2 Football Preseason Polls Tell Us

What Three Early 2026 D2 Football Preseason Polls Tell Us https://t.co/vkHWbX40KH

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 29, 2026

Rattlers!! VOTE for the FAMU Marching 100 in the 2026 USA Today Best College Marching Band poll

Public voting runs daily until August 17, 2026, at 11:59 a.m. ET on the USA Today Readers' Choice Awards page.  Active Nominees: The 20 Contenders on the active 2026 leaderboard include groups like the University of Illinois Marching Illini, Penn State Blue Band, Ohio State Marching Band, Western Carolina Pride of the Mountains Band, Jackson State Sonic Boom of the South, Southern University Human Jukebox, Florida A&M University Marching 100, and North Carolina A&T State University Blue and Gold Marching Machine.

VOTE HERE FOR THE BEST MARCHING BAND: LINK | What is the Best College Marching Band for 2026? You must vote DAILY for band to remain competitive in the rankings!!!

Best College Marching Band Leaderboard - July 29, 2026

• 1. University of Illinois Marching Illini
• 2. Western Carolina Pride of the Mountains Marching Band
• 3. James Madison University Marching Royal Dukes
• 4. Ohio University Marching 110 Band
• 5. Penn State Blue Band
• 6. Auburn University Marching Band
• 7. University of Minnesota The Pride of Minnesota Band
• 8. Southern University Human Jukebox
• 9. Ohio State
• 10. Jackson State University Sonic Boom of the South
• • 11. Missouri State Pride Marching Band
  • 12. Georgia The Red Coat Marching Band
  • 13. University of Tennessee Pride of the Southland Band
  • 14. Florida A&M University Incomparable Marching 100
  • 15. Purdue
  • 16. North Carolina A&T State University BGMM
  • 17. Texas A&M
  • 18. University of Michigan Marching Band
  • 19. University of Texas
  • 20. Leland Stanford Junior University Marching Band

The Eagles are back at the nest!

The Eagles are back at the nest!#eaglepride #meac pic.twitter.com/qkFRkReKY1

— NCCU Athletics (@NCCUAthletics) July 29, 2026

Travis Hunter's return to the field is a team effort for the Jaguars | Juston Lewis

After being sidelined for 9 months by a season-ending knee injury, #Jaguars CB/WR Travis Hunter returned to the practice field of the Miller Electric Center.

A look at his first day, including a color-coded schedule specifically mapping his camp reps: https://t.co/8Mkyd1T4tr

— Juston W. Lewis (@JustonLewis_) July 29, 2026

The Jermaine Woods Elite Camp is almost here!🔰

The Jermaine Woods Elite Camp is almost here!🔰

📅 August 2
👥 Grades 6-12

🚨 Limited spots left—don’t miss out on this opportunity! Register today by scanning the QR code or using the link on the graphic.

Register today at https://t.co/8Bs23295r4#BEHOLD🔰 pic.twitter.com/mnH84vzsb2

— Norfolk State Women’s Basketball (@NorfolkStateWBB) July 29, 2026

Grambling State Unveils 2026 Volleyball Slate🏐

Grambling State Unveils 2026 Volleyball Slate🏐@gsutigers_vb | #GramFam | #ThisIsTheG🐯https://t.co/YVSmlFLqIZ

— Grambling State Athletics (@GSU_TIGERS) July 29, 2026

HBCU Polls: Coaches give preseason nod to SCSU. Can Bulldogs be the first to repeat since the 2018 and 2019 seasons?

HBCU Polls: Coaches give preseason nod to SCSU. Can Bulldogs be the first to repeat since the 2018 and 2019 seasons? https://t.co/pjQxw3YHaM pic.twitter.com/UC9kpvvTpR

— BOXTOROW MEDIA (@boxtorow) July 29, 2026

Bowie State Student-Athletes Represent Bulldogs at 2026 CIAA SAAC Summer Summit

Bowie State Student-Athletes Represent Bulldogs at 2026 CIAA SAAC Summer Summit#BulldogNation | #BiteDownhttps://t.co/sCbRgrBaR9

— Bowie State Athletics (@BSU_Sports_Info) July 29, 2026

Morgan State, Alabama State to play in 2027 MEAC/SWAC Challenge Kickoff | Kevin Kelley

Morgan State, Alabama State to play in 2027 MEAC/SWAC Challenge Kickoffhttps://t.co/thxQTDribD

— FBSchedules.com (@FBSchedules) July 28, 2026

It is here!! Thanks for your continued support!! #ALLIN | Quinn Gray Sr.

It is here!! Thanks for your continued support!! #ALLIN #RestoreTheStrike pic.twitter.com/YwkcP1j5G6

— Quinn Gray Sr. (@CoachQGray) July 28, 2026

Philadelphia cheesesteak shops roll out royal welcome for LeBron James | Odafe Oghen

Philadelphia is welcoming LeBron James the local way. Pat's King of Steaks and Geno's are honoring the NBA legend with a renamed cheesesteak, VIP treatment and a grilling invitation.

Read more #OnTheGriohttps://t.co/gHjKekxNws

— theGrio.com (@theGrio) July 27, 2026

UM student hospitalized due to alleged fraternity hazing, 3 arrested | Katie Karlson

UM student hospitalized due to alleged fraternity hazing, 3 arrested https://t.co/fX7KX8KCDL via @The Miami Hurricane

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 29, 2026

A Secret Service agent is among three men charged after prosecutors say an alleged fraternity hazing ritual nearly killed a University of Miami student. The agent has been placed on administrative leave.

Read more #OnTheGriohttps://t.co/lhHYsOBRct

— theGrio.com (@theGrio) July 28, 2026

DeSean Jackson, Michael Vick to lead Delaware State and Norfolk State in second HBCU Battle of the Legends clash | Brandon Caldwell

The HBCU Battle of the Legends returns to Philadelphia. Michael Vick's Norfolk State and DeSean Jackson's Delaware State will square off again at Lincoln Financial Field after last year's nationally televised debut.

More #OnTheGrio: https://t.co/KEcu5L7Abg

— theGrio.com (@theGrio) July 28, 2026

What’s really anti-Black? The bonnet ban debate keeps getting bigger as Nikole Hannah-Jones and more weigh in | Kay Wicker

The Tuskegee dress code debate is growing beyond bonnets and du-rags. Nikole Hannah-Jones and others are now asking bigger questions about class, anti-Blackness, Black hair and HBCUs.

Read more #OnTheGriohttps://t.co/TOVskNOzVn

— theGrio.com (@theGrio) July 28, 2026

Educators, alumni, students and social media users are weighing in after Tuskegee University unveiled a dress code banning bonnets, du-rags, pajamas and more in campus spaces.

Read more #OnTheGriohttps://t.co/Ms2VtELccw

— theGrio.com (@theGrio) July 27, 2026

Tuskegee University students face new rules for what they wear, how they use their phones, and class attendance.

Now, people want to know where professional preparation ends and respectability politics begin.

Read More #OnTheGrio https://t.co/PfcrV7LZoP

— theGrio.com (@theGrio) July 26, 2026

Catch Howard University President Emeritus Dr. Wayne A. I. Frederick on WHUR 96.3, Howard University Radio, throughout this afternoon to hear more about the University’s student enrollment concerns.

Tune in to 96.3 WHUR or Listen live online at the following link:… pic.twitter.com/7uBD5QHCjm

— Howard University (@HowardU) July 29, 2026

Jackson State football starts practice today. Here's what you need to know | Tia Reid

Jackson State football starts practice today. Here's what you need to know https://t.co/dT5GLXgLpc

— Clarion Ledger (@clarionledger) July 29, 2026

New York opens college pathway at SUNY and CUNY for disenrolled Howard students | Peter Kerich

New York is stepping in to help students impacted by Howard University's disenrollment decision. Eligible students can seek expedited admission to SUNY and CUNY, with an $800 enrollment credit.

Read more #OnTheGriohttps://t.co/SU2OUT16NH

— theGrio.com (@theGrio) July 28, 2026

Howard University has reinstated 46 incoming freshmen after initially removing 502 students from its fall class over financial and enrollment deadlines. Hundreds of families still awaiting decisions as the Fall semester approaches.

Read More #OnTheGrio https://t.co/ooVJUg1kku

— theGrio.com (@theGrio) July 27, 2026