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DeSean Jackson’s hire as Delaware State’s head football coach brought renewed interest to the program. Now, President Tony Allen wants to turn that interest into a renovated stadium. In comments obtained by Delaware-based radio station WDEL, Allen is setting his sights on $28.5 million from the state of Delaware to fully launch a stadium renovation […] The post Delaware State’s $28.5 million stadium play appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Norfolk State head coach Robert Jones is on his way to scheduling D1 opponents for the team’s non-conference schedule next season. Norfolk State is regarded as one of the best HBCU basketball programs in the nation and often fares well in out-of-conference competition. Because of this, the better teams in HBCU basketball often find it […] The post HBCU willing to pay money for D1 basketball games appeared first on ClutchPoints.
A former SEC standout and NBA veteran is officially taking the reins of an HBCU basketball program. Todd Day Sr., who served as interim head coach of Edward Waters’s men’s basketball team, has officially been named the head coach of the team. Day was brought in as interim head coach in November. “We are thrilled […] The post Former NBA veteran takes the reigns of Florida HBCU hoops program appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Former NBA All-Star Chris Paul is set to serve as the commencement speaker for Morehouse College’s Spring Class of 2026. The institution announced the selection of Paul in a statement on Thursday. Paul will also receive an honorary doctorate of humane letters. Chris Paul delivering the commencement address at Morehouse College represents a full-circle moment, […] The post Chris Paul to serve as Morehouse College commencement speaker appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Former No. 1 overall draft pick John Wall retired from the NBA in August 2025. Wall then joined Amazon Prime Video’s coverage team as an NBA analyst. Now, Wall has a new job, this time in college basketball, as he is the new president of basketball operations at Howard University, as first reported by ESPN’s … The post John Wall lands a new job in college basketball appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
According to ESPN's Shams Charania, John Wall has become the president of basketball operations at Howard University.
The Seattle Seahawks gave a rookie minicamp invite to running back Curtis Allen, who led the nation in rushing in 2025. The post Seahawks Give Minicamp Invite to Record-Setting HBCU Running Back appeared first on HEAVY.
New Lions undrafted rookie Erick Hunter is 'more athletic and a better player than Alex Anzalone was coming into the league' - How the Lions might have pulled off a heist with this HBCU standout A to Z Sports
One of the brightest stars in HBCU football is getting two chances to make it to the NFL. Former Virginia Union running back Curtis Allen went unselected in the 2026 NFL Draft despite a historic season. But per separate reports from CBS 6 reporter Sean Robertson and ESPN Richmond’s Jack Fitzpatrick, Allen has received minicamp […] The post HBCU star gets tryout with two NFL teams appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Former Washington Commanders linebacker and HBCU coach Monte Coleman has passed away. The news was shared by the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, where he served as a head coach. Coleman was 68. “Coach Coleman embodied excellence and integrity in everything he did,” said UAPB Vice Chancellor and Director of Athletics Chris Robinson in […] The post Former HBCU coach, NFL standout passes away appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Jackson State star Jacobian Morgan is continuing his professional career in the CFL. Per Lady Lib Sports, Morgan is signing with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats of the Canadian Football League. The team announced his signing alongside offensive lineman Nolan Gorczyca from the University of Kansas. In a statement, Lady Lib commented on Morgan’s signing with the […] The post Jackson State star Jacobian Morgan finds professional football home appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Former Morgan State star Erick Hunter has found an NFL home. After being one of many HBCU prospects that went unselected in the 2026 NFL Draft, Hunter has signed an Undrafted Free Agent deal with the Detroit Lions. Erick Hunter is signing with the Detroit Lions. #GoBears🔷🔶🐻 pic.twitter.com/mdWnZaIY6g — Gerald J. Huggins II, M.A. (@Coach_HugginsII) […] The post HBCU star Erick Hunter signs UDFA deal with Detroit Lions appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Although there were no players drafted directly from an HBCU in the 2026 NFL Draft, there were a few former HBCU players whose names were selected. Former Jackson State star Kevin Coleman was selected by the Miami Dolphins with the 177th pick in the 5th round. Alongside Coleman were two former HBCU defensive stars who […] The post Two former HBCU cornerbacks selected in 2026 NFL Draft appeared first on ClutchPoints.
DeSean Jackson Lawsuit Alleges Violent HBCU Football Culture Complex
The new biopic on Michael Jackson’s early career, titled Michael, is set to hit theaters this weekend. The biopic is expected to draw large crowds in anticipation of the King of Pop’s return to the big screen. The film was directed by a former HBCU basketball player with an extensive resume in Hollywood. Michael director […] The post Director of ‘Michael’ movie has HBCU ties appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Former NBA champion J.R. Smith is set to conclude his HBCU experience. Smith will be graduating from North Carolina A&T at the institution’s spring commencement ceremony. Smith started his HBCU journey as a non-traditional student in 2021, quickly ingratiating himself to campus after becoming a student-athlete on the Aggie golf team. His time at North […] The post J.R. Smith set to graduate from North Carolina A&T appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Prairie View A&M coach Tremaine Jackson is never one to mince words, and he recently sounded off on the SWAC’s new scheduling change that will impact early-season matchups. SWAC Commissioner Dr. Charles McClelland recently announced that the conference is eliminating matchups against non-NCAA Division I and Division II opponents starting in 2027. In a recent […] The post Tremaine Jackson sounds off on SWAC out-of-conference scheduling appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Michael Vick and Norfolk State are seeing a huge early-season scheduling change. The team’s matchup against the University of Virginia, originally scheduled for September 12, has been moved up to Friday, September 11. The game does not currently have a kickoff time or TV destination, but the move to a Friday evening game most likely […] The post Huge Michael Vick, Norfolk State matchup gets scheduling update appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Southwestern Athletic Conference is making a major change to its football schedules, set to take effect in 2027. The conference’s 12 member institutions recently voted to eliminate non-conference football games against non-NCAA Division I and Division II opponents. FCS opponents typically have faced Division II and NAIA competition in early-season play and during homecoming. […] The post SWAC makes huge scheduling move ahead of football season appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Marshall Faulk’s first game with Southern University is set to receive a huge stage. The clash between the two SWAC contenders will take place at Legion Field on Saturday, August 29. The plans were recently approved by the Birmingham City Council and will serve as the setting for the first game in Faulk’s coaching career. […] The post Marshall Faulk’s first game with Southern gets a huge update appeared first on ClutchPoints.
HBCUs have been the home of several celebrity children, with several of them crossing over into Greekdom. Jada Douthit, daughter of super-producer 9th Wonder, was recently initiated into Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. at Winston-Salem State University. View this post on Instagram Her initiation into Delta Sigma Theta on the campus is special, as she […] The post Daughter of producer 9th Wonder becomes member of Delta Sigma Theta appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Alabama A&M star quarterback Cornelius Brown IV has been cleared to play his 8th season of college football. Brown’s college career has been plagued by injuries, which allowed him to secure an exemption for his eighth year. He started his college career at Georgia State in 2019, putting up impressive totals of 2,489 passing yards […] The post HBCU star Cornelius Brown lV granted 8th year of eligibility appeared first on ClutchPoints.
After two seasons at Alabama A&M, Shelomi Sanders is committing to Colorado State University Pueblo. She announced her commitment via her Instagram account on Thursday. View this post on Instagram Her father Deion Sanders, coach of the University of Colorado-Boulder, spoke of his excitement about her committment on his social media account. “I’m so proud […] The post Shelomi Sanders departs Alabama A&M via transfer portal appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Pro Football Hall of Famer Ray Lewis is scheduled to address the graduates of North Carolina Central University this spring. The university announced Lewis as the university’s commencement speaker. Lewis will address the graduates at the Baccalaureate ceremony for the College of Health and Sciences, School of Business, and School of Education. Ray Lewis is […] The post Ray Lewis to speak at North Carolina Central commencement appeared first on ClutchPoints.
