HBCU Football

The Growing HBCU Footprint at Super Bowl LX

Historically Black Colleges and Universities are well-represented this week in Santa Clara through veteran officials and elite coaching talent.
02/06/2026

Inside the Premiere of "The Coach Vick Experience"

BET pulls back the curtain on Michael Vick's first game as Norfolk State head coach, his mentorship from Deion Sanders, and the difficult reality of coaching away from his family.
02/05/2026

The 25 Most Defining Black Sports and Cultural Moments of 2025

Angel Reese, A'ja Wilson, and Travis Hunter lead the top 25 moments where Black athletes shattered WNBA and NFL records, redefined fashion, and made history in 2025.
12/30/2025

HBCU Excellence: DeSean Jackson Secures Long-Term Deal After Revitalizing Delaware State Football

After leading the Hornets to their best finish in nearly 20 years, Delaware State University has locked in head coach DeSean Jackson through 2028. See how the NFL legend transformed the program.
12/24/2025

Virginia Union star Curtis Allen wins DII ‘Heisman,’ makes HBCU history

Curtis Allen is officially the best player in Division II. The Virginia Union standout is the first-ever HBCU recipient of the prestigious Harlon Hill Trophy.
12/23/2025

The Malone Era Begins: Why Hampton University’s New Football Coach is the 757’s Latest Game-Changer

Hampton didn't just hire a coach; they hired a culture builder. NFL veteran Van Malone unveils his "Work Standards" blueprint to transform the Pirates from CAA bottom-feeders to elite title contenders.
12/17/2025

Howard Football Head Coach Vacancy Created as Larry Scott Takes Auburn Job

The Howard University Bison football program now faces a head coach search following the departure of Larry Scott, who has accepted the tight ends coaching position with the Auburn Tigers.
12/16/2025

SC State Wins Celebration Bowl in Four OTs, Caps Historic Comeback

South Carolina State defeated Prairie View A&M 40-38 in four overtimes, clinching the HBCU national championship. The Bulldogs overcame a 21-point halftime deficit to secure the title.
12/15/2025

Another NFL Star to HBCU: Super Bowl Champion Tory Woodbury Hired at Winston-Salem State

Following Michael Vick and DeSean Jackson, Super Bowl LVI winner Tory Woodbury joins the growing list of former NFL players leading HBCU teams as he becomes the WSSU head coach.
12/08/2025

​​Coach Tremaine Jackson Leads Prairie View A&M to First SWAC Title Since 2009

Prairie View A&M clinched its first SWAC Championship since 2009, thanks to the swift turnaround engineered by Coach Tremaine Jackson.
12/08/2025

Cam Newton and Ashley Nicole Reveal the Magic of ‘106 & Sports’

The hosts of BET’s new hit show discuss the genuine chemistry that fuels their dynamic and how the electric live audience creates an approach 'for the culture.'
11/26/2025