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Six HBCU Super Bowl Winners

HBCU Editors — Tue, 18 Feb 2025 16:26:12 +0000

HBCUs have always played an important role in the world of football. There have been many athletes who have come through from these institutions to shine in the NFL and gone on to enjoy successful professional careers. Even though HBCUs do not get the same level of attention as schools in some of the other […]

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Carson Vinson is Only HBCU Player Invited to 2025 NFL Scouting Combine

Ashley Brown — Fri, 14 Feb 2025 18:00:00 +0000

Carson Vincent, a senior offensive lineman at Alabama A&M University, is one step closer to accomplishing his professional football dreams. Vinson has received an invitation to the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine. This announcement comes just days after his standout performance at the Reese’s Senior Bowl, where he distinguished himself among top collegiate talent. The combine, […]

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Michael Vick Announces 30 Signees on National Signing Day at Norfolk State

HBCU Editors — Fri, 07 Feb 2025 20:32:21 +0000

Norfolk State University’s head football coach, Michael Vick, has announced his inaugural recruiting class, signing 30 new players on National Signing Day. This group comprises 22 mid-year enrollees and eight high school seniors, aiming to strengthen the team’s roster across various positions. “We are excited to welcome these 30 student-athletes to Norfolk State University,” Vick […]

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Lane College Welcomes Stanley Conner as New Head Football Coach

Ashley Brown — Fri, 07 Feb 2025 16:06:09 +0000

Lane College has officially appointed Stanley Conner as its new head football coach. With an impressive 30-year coaching career, Conner is poised to lead the team into a new era of competitiveness and success. An official press conference held on Feb. 6 in Kirkendoll Hall introduced Conner to the Lane community, where he expressed his […]

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HBCU Withdraws from Southern Heritage Classic Amid Financial Concerns

Ashley Brown — Tue, 04 Feb 2025 19:00:00 +0000

In a significant turn of events, Tennessee State University has officially opted out of participating in the Southern Heritage Classic. TSU Interim President Dwayne Tucker confirmed this decision during a recent meeting with alumni in Memphis, according to a report by Action News 5. According to Tucker, the university was not presented with an adequate […]

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HBCU Icons Michael Strahan and Michael Vick Inducted into College Football Hall of Fame

Ashley Brown — Thu, 16 Jan 2025 20:00:00 +0000

The 2025 College Football Hall of Fame Class proudly welcomes two exceptional athletes connected to HBCU football: Michael Strahan, the former defensive lineman from Texas Southern University, and Michael Vick, the new head football coach at Norfolk State University. This induction not only honors their individual achievements but also highlights the significant contributions of Historically […]

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Bobby Wagner: NFL Star and Howard University MBA Student

Ashley Brown — Tue, 14 Jan 2025 21:00:00 +0000

Bobby Wagner, the standout linebacker for the Washington Commanders and a six-time NFL All-Pro, is expanding his horizons beyond the football field through an ambitious educational pursuit. At 34, Wagner is enrolled in Howard University’s Master of Business Administration. Having commenced the 18-month program in January 2023, Wagner views this academic journey as a vital […]

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From Coordinator to Coach: Lamar Manigo Takes the Helm at Shaw University

Ashley Brown — Tue, 07 Jan 2025 21:00:00 +0000

In a swift transition, Shaw University proudly announces the appointment of Lamar Manigo as the new head football coach of the Shaw Bears. This news comes just days after coach Greg Ruffin stepped down for health reasons. Manigo Returns to Shaw Manigo returns to Shaw after an impressive stint as the offensive coordinator from 2016 […]

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Adrian Jones Takes The Helm at ECSU: ‘You Have my word’

Ashley Brown — Mon, 06 Jan 2025 19:00:00 +0000

Elizabeth City State University officially welcomed Adrian Jones as its new head football coach during a press conference on Friday in the Marion D. Thorpe Administration Building. Interim Chancellor Catherine Edmonds expressed her enthusiasm for the appointment, highlighting Jones’s reputation as an effective mentor and leader. “Coach Jones brings a wealth of experience, a strong […]

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Miles College Names Chris Goode as New Head Football Coach

Ashley Brown — Mon, 06 Jan 2025 17:00:00 +0000

Miles College has officially appointed Chris Goode as its new head football coach, a pivotal move to enhance the Golden Bears’ program. Effective immediately, Goode brings a wealth of experience from his time as a standout player at the University of Alabama and a seven-year career in the National Football League. “We are excited for […]

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