The Celebration Bowl: A Beacon of HBCU Excellence As the HBCU sports landscape continues to evolve, the Celebration Bowl stands tall as a symbol of excellence and tradition. This year marks the 10th edition of the game, pitting the champions of the MEAC and SWAC against each other on December 13, 2025, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium … Read more
Celebration Bowl 2025: A National Stage for HBCU Football Supremacy The Announcement of the 2025 Celebration Bowl Date As the college football landscape continues to evolve, Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) are once again set to take center stage with the announcement of the 2025 Celebration Bowl. Scheduled for December 13, 2025, at Mercedes-Benz … Read more
Historically Black Colleges and Universities Face New Era in Athletics with Multibillion-Dollar Settlement The recent multibillion-dollar settlement allowing schools to directly compensate athletes marks a pivotal moment in the history of HBCU sports. This development, set to take effect on July 1, 2025, follows U.S. District Judge Claudia Wilken’s approval of the landmark agreement. Institutions … Read more
As the 2025 college football season nears, excitement is building around Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) with the announcement of the Celebration Bowl, a pivotal championship game between the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) and the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC). This year’s Celebration Bowl is set for December 13 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, airing … Read more
HBCU Sports Spotlight: Chris Rowland Leads DC Defenders with All-UFL Honors Subheadline: Tennessee State Alum Shines as Wide Receiver and Return Specialist In a season filled with standout performances across the United Football League (UFL), former Tennessee State University wide receiver Chris Rowland has emerged as a key figure, earning All-UFL Team honors as both … Read more
**History In the Making: Olivia Dowd and Spirit Morgan Lead HBCU Women’s Track and Field to NCAA Stage** Olivia Dowd and Spirit Morgan Make History, Earning NCAA Spots in Triple Jump and High Jump as HBCU Women’s Track Soars to New Heights Eugene, Oregon—June 11, 2025 In Eugene, Oregon, the roar of the crowd at … Read more
HBCU Football on the Rise: Exploring the MEAC-SWAC Rivalry and Its Growing National Spotlight In recent years, Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) have seen a surge in national attention for their football programs, particularly with the MEAC-SWAC rivalry. This historical rivalry has been a cornerstone of HBCU football, with events like the MEAC-SWAC Challenge … Read more
Rising Stars, New Arenas: HBCU Athletes Powering Major Sports Beyond the Gridiron and Hardwood From Track Legends to Motorsport Phenoms, the HBCU Athletic Legacy Expands in Unprecedented Ways Eugene, Oregon – As the sun sets on another spring, the attention of HBCU sports fans is fixed not only on the traditional powerhouses of football and … Read more
Florida A&M’s Historic Run in the SWAC Baseball Championship and the Classic Rivalry Renewed in Football Florida A&M University’s baseball team has made significant strides in the SWAC, advancing to the championship game after defeating Grambling State 9–1 in the semifinals. This victory not only avenged an earlier loss but set the stage for a … Read more
Rajah Caruth Triumphs at Nashville, Showcasing HBCU Talent on the National Stage Winston-Salem State’s trailblazing motorsports graduate secures second NASCAR Truck Series win, clinches playoff spot during a landmark weekend for HBCU athletics LEBANON, Tenn. – May 31, 2025 – In a weekend that resonated far beyond the racing circuits and into the heart of … Read more