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HBCU football season opener returns to ABC Primetime

1 week ago | hbcugameday.com | Wali Pitt

The 2025 MEAC/SWAC Challenge is bringing HBCU football back under the bright lights of primetime cable, as ABC gets set to nationally broadcast the season opener. This year’s clash between the MEAC and SWAC won’t just kick off the HBCU football season. It’ll do so on one of the biggest stages in sports television.
Legendary HBCU gets exclusive Air Jordan 4

1 week ago | hbcugameday.com | Wali Pitt

Howard University is once again making waves in the sneaker world. Jordan Brand has unveiled a stunning Player Exclusive (PE) Air Jordan 4, crafted exclusively for the Bison’s athletic program. This release not only showcases the university’s rich heritage but also solidifies its status as a trailblazer among Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU). The Air Jordan 4 “Howard University” PE is a masterclass in design.
DeSean Jackson, Clinton Portis hype for first Mega Camp

1 week ago | hbcugameday.com | Wali Pitt

Delaware State is looking to flip the East Coast recruiting scene on its head. Former NFL stars DeSean Jackson and Clinton Portis are turning up the heat as they gear up to host their first-ever HBCU Mega Camp at Alumni Stadium on June 7—and they’re not just promising drills and daps. They’re promising scholarships. “Mega Camp, all high schoolers, all ballers,” Jackson said in a recent video from the DSU field.
Historic HBCU Classic gets national ESPN audience

1 week ago | hbcugameday.com | Wali Pitt

The Orange Blossom Classic is getting a prime-time glow-up. First reported by HBCU Legends, the 2025 Orange Blossom Classic featuring Florida A&M (FAMU) and Howard University is shifting to a later kickoff and locking in a national stage on ESPNU. The matchup — a 2023 Celebration Bowl rematch — will now air on Saturday, Aug. 30, at 4:30 PM CT / 5:30 PM ET, leading directly into a college football juggernaut: LSU vs. Clemson at 6:30 PM CT / 7:30 PM ET. That’s major.
Historic HBCU set to play first-ever night game

1 week ago | hbcugameday.com | Wali Pitt

Tuskegee University is about to flip the switch on history. On Saturday, September 6, the Golden Tigers will host their first-ever home night football game under the lights at Cleve L. Abbott Memorial Alumni Stadium, facing off against HBCU conference rival Central State. But this isn’t just a game. It’s the fulfillment of a 99-year-old dream. Back in 1926, legendary Tuskegee coach Cleve Abbott—yes, the man the stadium is named after—first proposed lighting the field for night games.
HBCU partners with 24/7 Sports for historic recruiting opportunity

1 week ago | hbcugameday.com | Wali Pitt

HBCU football is leveling up, and Jackson State is leading the charge. In a landmark move, Jackson State University has partnered with 24/7 Sports to host the largest HBCU Mega Camp in the country. Set to take place at the legendary Mississippi Veterans Memorial Stadium, this isn’t just another offseason event — it’s a statement. So, what is a “Mega Camp”? Think of it as a recruiting showcase on steroids.
Travis Hunter wedding dripping in Jackson, MS culture

1 week ago | hbcugameday.com | Wali Pitt

Travis Hunter’s journey from HBCU stardom to NFL first-rounder came full circle in a way only Jackson, Mississippi, could inspire. Though his time in the city was brief, its impact was on display at his recent high-profile wedding—a ceremony that blended elegance, culture, and a whole lot of Jackson, MS vibes. Let’s rewind.
HBCU track phenom bolts to SEC days after NCAA Championships

1 week ago | hbcugameday.com | Wali Pitt

Just three days after wrapping up a standout performance at the 2025 NCAA Division II Outdoor Championships, HBCU track star Tyson Williams is on the move. The Johnson C. Smith University (JCSU) freshman and NCAA DII indoor national champion is transferring to the University of South Carolina, an SEC track and field powerhouse.
Historic HBCU vs PWI crosstown hoops rivalry renewed

2 weeks ago | hbcugameday.com | Wali Pitt

Norfolk, VA — College basketball fans in the 757 have something special to look forward to. Norfolk State University (NSU), a historic HBCU, and Old Dominion University (ODU), a prominent PWI, are reigniting their crosstown rivalry with a home-and-home series. The series begins in the 2025–26 season with ODU hosting the first game at Chartway Arena. The rivalry continues the following year when NSU hosts at Joseph G. Echols Memorial Hall.
Michael Vick mentor, Virginia football legend dies at 73

2 weeks ago | miamiherald.com | Wali Pitt

The Virginia football community is mourning the loss of one of its most beloved figures. Tommy Reamon, a former NFL running back and legendary high school coach, passed away at 73. His legacy is deeply rooted in mentorship, notably his transformative influence on athletes like Michael Vick, the new head HBCU football coach at Norfolk State University.