Chris Stevens

Wilmington

Contributing Writer at HBCU Sports

"The walk to peace and growth is a journey, not a destination." Writer @HBCUSports, editor @FSHoopsReport, podcaster/novelist/music lover/car nerd.

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Articles

TNT apologizes to HBCU hoops legend for death rumor

2 days ago | hbcusports.com | Chris Stevens

An HBCU legend was owed and received an apology from TNT after false claims of his death were aired during the network’s NBA playoff coverage. Billy Ray Bates, who starred for Kentucky State in the 1970s and was a phenomenon for the Portland Trail Blazers, was thought to be deceased by Inside the NBA analyst Shaquille O’Neal and O’Neal stated as such during Sunday’s post-game coverage of the Cleveland Cavaliers/Miami Heat series opener.
Former HBCU 1000-yard receiver lands at Power 4 school

2 days ago | hbcusports.com | Chris Stevens

The HBCU to Power 4 pipeline continues with one school’s leading receiver transferring to the ACC. Karate Brenson, who led Tennessee State in receiving yards during their Big South-OVC championship season, has signed with Wake Forest. Brenson becomes the latest Tiger to transfer out following the departure of Eddie George to Bowling Green. George has since been replaced by veteran HBCU coach Reggie Barlow.
Blake Harper is in the transfer portal. But Howard might have a chance to keep him

3 days ago | hbcusports.com | Chris Stevens

The top freshman – and arguably one of the top players in HBCU men’s basketball last season — has announced his final four transfer portal choices. Blake Harper, who won the conference MEAC Rookie of the Year and Player of the Year awards for Howard, is deciding between the Bison, Big East school Creighton, LSU of the SEC and the Big Ten’s Ohio State. Howard transfer guard Blake Harper (@bharp__) is down to four schools per @KlutchSports.
Michael Vick & Norfolk State football to be part of BET docuseries

1 week ago | hbcusports.com | Chris Stevens

Michael Vick’s Norfolk State tenure has already brought a considerable number of eyes to the football program and the university. And that amount will increase this coming fall, according to a report from Essence Magazine. Black Entertainment Television, in conjunction with SMAC Entertainment, will produce a docuseries chronicling Vick’s journey back home to Norfolk in leading the Spartans football program.
Former Heisman trophy winner - and NBA vet - set to take over HBCU hoops program

1 week ago | hbcusports.com | Chris Stevens

One HBCU who recently lost their head men’s basketball coach has found a replacement with quite the track record. 1993 Heisman trophy winner Charlie Ward, who played 11 seasons in the NBA, is expected to be named head men’s basketball coach at Florida A&M, as reported by HBCU basketball insider Olivia Antilla. The 5 year contract and details for Charlie Ward will be brought in front of the FAMU BOT today and most likely will be approved.
HBCU national championship QB returns to alma mater after career-ending injury

1 week ago | hbcusports.com | Chris Stevens

One of the top HBCU quarterbacks in recent memory is ready to start the next chapter of his football life, even if the previous one ended far too soon. Davius Richard, the 2023 MEAC Offensive Player of the Year for North Carolina Central, has returned to Durham to serve as the Eagles’ quarterback coach, following the end of his playing career. Richard, who led the Eagles to the Celebration Bowl championship in 2022, suffered a horrific ankle injury in the HBCU Bowl in January of 2024.
From the yard to the ring: These HBCU athletes became pro wrestling greats

1 week ago | hbcusports.com | Chris Stevens

Pro wrestling has long welcomed athletes from all walks of life and HBCUs are no different. With the biggest weekend of the year, WrestleMania, on the horizon, here are some former HBCU athletes who have made their mark on the wrestling world. MichinMichin (real name Stephanie Hym Lee) is the hardcore queen of the WWE women’s division, using a kendo stick along with her wrestling skills to achieve victory. Michin started her athletic journey as a volleyball player at Virginia Union.
HBCU turns to veteran coach to lead women's basketball program

1 week ago | hbcusports.com | Chris Stevens

Another HBCU basketball coach opening has been filled, this time by a veteran who knows her way around the Southwestern Athletic Conference. Johnetta Hayes, who coached Texas Southern to three straight regular season women’s basketball conference titles, returns to the SWAC as Alabama State’s head coach, the university announced Friday.
Patrick Crarey now strengthens Grambling. How can reeling FAMU salvage its reputation?

1 week ago | hbcusports.com | Chris Stevens

Patrick Crarey II shifted the HBCU basketball landscape after leaving Florida A&M to take over at Grambling State following Donte Jackson’s exit. What does this move mean for each program? It’s not very complicated. Crarey is one of a legion of talented and successful young coaches in college basketball, and he has worked hard at every stop.
Grambling hires new men's basketball coach away from HBCU rival

2 weeks ago | hbcusports.com | Chris Stevens

Grambling has acted decisively and quickly to fill their men’s basketball head coach opening. According to HBCU basketball insider Olivia Antilla, the Tigers will announce Patrick Crarey II as their new head coach, one season after leading Florida A&M to their best SWAC finish since their first year in the league. Sources: Grambling has targeted their search on Patrick Crarey for their next head basketball coach. Announcement tomorrow.