A FAMU alumnus has committed a seven-figure gift amount to the university and will have the track and field house on campus named after him. https://t.co/CuI78vVghm
— Tallahassee Democrat (@TDOnline) June 12, 2026
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Friday, June 12, 2026
'Very exciting': FAMU alumnus commits seven-figure gift to university |Tarah Jean
Thursday, June 11, 2026
A Baltimore native is making history in gymnastics
A Baltimore native is making history in gymnastics.
— WJZ | CBS Baltimore (@wjz) June 10, 2026
Kyrstin Johnson, a Temple University gymnast, became the first gymnast ever to perform during halftime at a National Women's Soccer League professional soccer match, taking the field at NJ/NY Gotham FC in April.
The milestone… pic.twitter.com/0CPSsVn9CE
The first camp of the summer starts on Monday 6/22!
The first camp of the summer starts on Monday 6/22!
— Southern Jaguars Baseball (@southernubsb) June 11, 2026
✍️: https://t.co/KUH5iUb7Ie https://t.co/ghkBF8nO77
Former Jaguars DL Maason Smith Can Help Fix Falcons Biggest Weakness | Gerald Thomas III
Too hyped to share my first story with @FalconsSI! Excited to work in the NFL space.
— G. Thomas III (@3peatgee) June 11, 2026
But don’t worry, Rattler Nation: I’m still covering FAMU fulltime. But I will post Atlanta Falcons news here and there.
Shoutout to @ScoutKennedy for the opportunity! https://t.co/uluAsIbihW
🥇SWAC announces major changes to basketball tournament format for 2027! Why this is a great move!! |
🥇SWAC announces major changes to basketball tournament format for 2027! Why this is a great move!@theswac | @hbculegends | @kyletmosley | #SWAC
— HBCU LEGENDS (@hbculegends) June 11, 2026
The rundown: https://t.co/iStkwD11W2 pic.twitter.com/mg05iBGC82
— Southwestern Athletic Conference (@theswac) June 11, 2026
🚨 NEW SWAC HOOPS FORMAT 🚨
— HBCU Hour (@HBCU_Hour) June 11, 2026
Beginning in 2027, the SWAC Men’s & Women’s Basketball Tournaments will feature the top 10 teams.
Top 2 seeds get byes to the semifinals. Seeds 3-4 start in the quarters. Seeds 5-6 get second-round byes.
March just got tougher. 🏀#HBCUHour #SWAC pic.twitter.com/DIQYkHJl0m
FAMU hires former SWAC official Reginald Thomas as athletic academics VP | Gerald Thomas III
FAMU hires former SWAC official Reginald Thomas as athletic academics VP https://t.co/R6uxE1Luv7
— Tallahassee Democrat (@TDOnline) June 11, 2026
"I'll see you at finals." - Jason H.
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— N.C. A&T Athletics (@NCATAGGIES) June 11, 2026
"I'll see you at finals." - Jason H.#AggiePride💙💛 pic.twitter.com/vJVcLPOvvY
James Houston wins top HBCU honor for impact on Cowboys | Patrik Walker
James Houston was named 2026's Black College Football Pro Player of the Year. The Cowboys now have the award's 3 most recent winners on their roster.
— TheCowboysWire (@TheCowboysWire) June 7, 2026
📸 Vincent Carchietta, Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images https://t.co/Hdjmo8TYdQ pic.twitter.com/Bnv7lNScg7
He designed sneakers for Jordan, Melo. Now he’s revived an HBCU to teach the next generation | Lindsay Schnell
He designed sneakers for Jordan, Melo. Now he’s revived an HBCU to teach the next generation https://t.co/WW0Bhcws5i
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) June 11, 2026
HBCU notebook: Olivia Gaines brings her winning touch to North Carolina Central | Rob Knox
HBCU notebook: Olivia Gaines brings her winning touch to North Carolina Central https://t.co/M6O0pGC0QB
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) June 11, 2026
Hubbard, Collins and Wyche Enshrined into Black College Football Hall of Fame
Hubbard, Collins and Wyche Enshrined into Black College Football Hall of Fame https://t.co/nOmyA1XC1d
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) June 11, 2026
Minority Prospects HBCU All-Star Game roster released
Minority Prospects HBCU All-Star Game roster released https://t.co/o7MAFqTT4g
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) June 11, 2026
FAMU-FSU Researcher Ezekiel Salama and Record-Setting Athlete Throws His Way to Success | Rachel James-Terry and Tisha Keller
FAMU-FSU Researcher Ezekiel Salama and Record-Setting Athlete Throws His Way to Success https://t.co/kChlWZOSsK
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) June 11, 2026
SC State 2026 Hall of Fame Class to be Enshrined
SC State 2026 Hall of Fame Class to be Enshrined. For complete release visit https://t.co/YX4lKZdx7J @SCSTATE1896 #Bulldogtenacity #wearescstate pic.twitter.com/vkPXkTEnBx
— SC State Athletics (@SCStateAthletic) June 11, 2026
A&T continues its journey at NCAA Nationals today 💙💛
A&T continues its journey at NCAA Nationals today 💙💛#AggiePride pic.twitter.com/fSxu295zDs
— N.C. A&T Athletics (@NCATAGGIES) June 11, 2026
Jason Holmes with a school and CAA record of 13.17 in the Men's 110mh as he advances to Friday's National Championship Final 💪🏾🔥#AggiePride 💙💛 pic.twitter.com/eXrmnlyVZy
— N.C. A&T Athletics (@NCATAGGIES) June 11, 2026
Men's 4x400m, with time of 3:02.19, advancing to Friday's national championship finals 😤#AggiePride 💙💛 pic.twitter.com/x7Xch58OOF
— N.C. A&T Athletics (@NCATAGGIES) June 11, 2026
Men's 4x100 relay, with a CAA record of 38.53, advances to Friday's finals for a national championship!#AggiePride 💙💛 pic.twitter.com/74piUQQYJe
— N.C. A&T Athletics (@NCATAGGIES) June 11, 2026
Isaiah Taylor advances to Friday's national championship finals with time of 49.00 in the men's 400mh 💪🏾#AggiePride 💙💛 pic.twitter.com/OG5rwQUSOS
— N.C. A&T Athletics (@NCATAGGIES) June 11, 2026
With a time of 49.28 in the 400mh, Xzaviah Taylor will advance to Friday's finals for a national championship🔥#AggiePride 💙💛 pic.twitter.com/4niZxsydkH
— N.C. A&T Athletics (@NCATAGGIES) June 11, 2026
Walker Finishes 22nd at NCAA Division I Championships
Walker Closes Out Season at NCAA Championships#DawgNation https://t.co/diVsRRVPFN
— Alabama A&M Athletics (@_AAMUAthletics) June 11, 2026
MVSU Athletics is proud to name Jeremy Lockhart as Athletics Business Operations Manager!!🟢
Welcome to The Valley!!🟢⚪️
— Mississippi Valley State Athletics (@MVSUDevilSports) June 11, 2026
MVSU Athletics is proud to name Jeremy Lockhart as Athletics Business Operations Manager!!🟢⚪️#eleVate #ValleyInMotion pic.twitter.com/I8xsXktGVX
Lawsuit alleging underfunding at Florida A&M revived by appeals court | Tarah Jean
Three years after being dismissed, a lawsuit alleging racial discrimination in the funding of FAMU has been revived by a federal appeals court. https://t.co/TRTKEf0ssR
— Tallahassee Democrat (@TDOnline) June 11, 2026
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Congratulations to Vice President & Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Dr. Monique Carroll on being honored as an Athletic Director of the Year recipient at the NACDA Convention today!
Congratulations to Vice President & Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Dr. Monique Carroll on being honored as an Athletic Director of the Year recipient at the NACDA Convention today!
— Chicago State Athletics (@ChiStateCougars) June 10, 2026
A well-deserved honor for our outstanding leader. #GoCSUCougars #ADoftheYear pic.twitter.com/ujLDKCR2Hy
We're excited to announce D'Maria Matthews as our new Head Softball Coach
We're excited to announce D'Maria Matthews as our new Head Softball Coach.
— Talladega College (@Talladega_1867) June 10, 2026
Coach Matthews brings NCAA Division I coaching experience, a strong recruiting background, and a proven track record of developing championship-caliber student-athletes. pic.twitter.com/APq7uP7Ojz
NCCU welcomes women's basketball assistant coaches Brett Vana and Rakim Gregory!
NCCU welcomes women's basketball assistant coaches Brett Vana and Rakim Gregory! @NCCUWBB #EaglePride
— NCCU Athletics (@NCCUAthletics) June 10, 2026
Story: https://t.co/TuQfkqB23w pic.twitter.com/zuDEzDPubY
Coach Milton Patterson joins the Hornets as Associate Head Coach, Run Game Coordinator, and Defensive Ends Coach.
Welcome to The Gump‼️ Coach Milton Patterson joins the Hornets as Associate Head Coach, Run Game Coordinator, and Defensive Ends Coach. #SWARMAS1 pic.twitter.com/BydfN0neui
— Alabama State Football (@BamaStateFB) June 10, 2026
From Her Perspective…Morgan Volleyball in Africa, Aubrey Wilson
From Her Perspective…Morgan Volleyball in Africa, Aubrey Wilson https://t.co/ZmWUMJG2bS
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) June 10, 2026
The Pivot Headlines 2026 MEAC Football Media Day at M&T Bank Stadium on July 21
The Pivot Headlines 2026 MEAC Football Media Day at M https://t.co/z2Erjwdz0a
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) June 10, 2026
Latia Carter is going viral for her Coppin State-themed rap after graduating with two degrees |
Latia Carter is going viral for her Coppin State-themed rap after graduating with two degrees.
— The Baltimore Sun (@baltimoresun) June 10, 2026
Carter, a Baltimore native who earned Bachelor's degrees in computer science and mathematics, celebrated the achievement with a rap that had Coppin State students and beyond sharing on… pic.twitter.com/6bGEVeshB2
Coppin State graduate goes viral for rap celebrating her accomplishments https://t.co/fEXQMLEDAM via @YouTube
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) June 10, 2026
Coppin State Graduate Raps to Celebrate Two Degrees https://t.co/5dyhWhDFgM via @YouTube
— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) June 10, 2026