We have come to know that Jackson State head coach Deion Sanders is leading the charge in changing the perception of HBCU Football. On and off the field, Coach Prime has pushed the notion "why not us." In almost everything he does is for the betterment of Jackson State and fellow HBCU programs. This past … Continue reading Coach Prime donates half his salary to Jackson State facilities
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FAMU vs Jackson State Preview
The return of the Orange Blossom Classic in 2021 was a hard nose old school football game. Florida A&M (FAMU) and Jackson State met for the first time as SWAC rivals last season to open the year. The game ended with a low score 7-6 victory for Jackson State. Both programs went on to be … Continue reading FAMU vs Jackson State Preview
Chris Paul’s HBCU Tip-off and HBCU Challenge is back
Chris Paul’s second annual HBCU Tip-Off and HBCU Challenge teams and dates have been set. The future Hall of Famer has become a huge supporter for HBCUs for a few years now. Last year we saw the first set of events hosted by Chris Paul, and this year looks to add some more great programs … Continue reading Chris Paul’s HBCU Tip-off and HBCU Challenge is back
NICK Saban takes shots at rival programs ” They Bought Every Player”
The Godfather of college football goes scorched earth when talking about Name, Image, and Likeness. At a speaking event for the World Games in Birmingham, Nick Saban sounded off on how he felt about the direction college football is going. Last year at the Texas High school Coaching Association, Coach Saban said QB Bryce Young … Continue reading NICK Saban takes shots at rival programs ” They Bought Every Player”
Urban Edge Network is a game changer for HBCUs
The ever changing and fast-paced landscape of college athletics has put a spotlight on HBCUs. Historical Black Colleges and Universities have always been an essential component of the history of college athletics, and the Urban Edge Network is looking to ensure that HBCUs continue to have that spotlight. The Urban Edge Network is a game … Continue reading Urban Edge Network is a game changer for HBCUs
The inaugural HBCU All-Star Basketball Game
Today at 4pm eastern time, the first ever HBCU All-Star basketball game will take place at Lakefront Arena in New Orleans. Top players from around the HBCU landscape will have the opportunity to showcase their abilities on a national stage. Founded by CEO Travis Williams, the All-Star Game took three years to get set up … Continue reading The inaugural HBCU All-Star Basketball Game
FUBU is making a comeback
The For US BY US or FUBU is relaunching themselves with an interest in collegiate partnerships. The brand started by serial entrepreneur, Daymond John, was a huge streetwear fashion brand that was heavily pushed by the hip-hop scene of the 90's and early 2000's. Photo Credit: Jackson State Athletics FUBU has already entered into multi-year … Continue reading FUBU is making a comeback
Jackson State upgrade facilities
Jackson State have had an exciting year under Deion Sanders and their second off season with coach Sanders. Since coach Sanders arrived to Jackson, Mississippi, he has pushed the need for facility upgrades. The school has upgraded the football practice field and now a facility for football operations. Deion Sanders took some of his players … Continue reading Jackson State upgrade facilities
HBCU GO locks in media rights deal with the SWAC
A move that initially began in December of 2021, HBCU GO is a free-streaming digital platform that is owned by Byron Allen's Allen Media Group. HBCU GO is the leading digital platform for over 105 HBCUs and has secured the distribution rights to the Southwestern Athletic Conference. Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) logo. The deal is … Continue reading HBCU GO locks in media rights deal with the SWAC