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It's time to reveal the basketball rosters for the 2026 HBCU All-Star game scheduled for Final Four Weekend in Indianapolis. Travis L. Williams joins us to announce both teams, as well as the coaches and players of the year.

The HBCU Gameday Hoop Squad is back breaking down another wild week of HBCU basketball across the SWAC, MEAC, and CIAA.Host Tolly Carr is joined by Olivia Antilla — affectionately known as Liv For Hoops, HBCU basketball insider and former Florida A&M star who scored over 1,700 career points — along with Wilton Jackson, now a full-time professor at Jackson State University.This episode covers:Jackson State vs. Tennessee State returning in football (John Merritt Classic)The chaos of SWAC women’s basketball and Southern’s shocking loss to FAMUWhy Florida A&M, Alabama A&M, and Jackson State are dangerous moving forwardMEAC women’s contenders and whether UMES has truly arrivedDaeshun Ruffin’s scoring explosion and the SWAC Player of the Year raceGrambling State, Prairie View, and the depth of the SWAC menCIAA men’s basketball spotlight on Fayetteville State and Virginia UnionWhy HBCU rivalries always deliver — regardless of recordsIf you love HBCU hoops, real analysis, rivalry energy, and honest basketball talk, this episode is for you.📌 New episodes weekly📌 Subscribe for HBCU football & basketball coverage📌 Follow HBCU Gameday for updates, previews, and breakdownsShop the HBCUGameday store

#HBCUFootball #HBCUGameday #CelebrationBowlFootball season may be over on the field, but the HBCU football offseason is just getting started.In this episode of HBCU Gameday, the crew breaks down the latest headlines shaping the landscape of Black college football, including eight head coaching vacancies, major contract news, record-setting TV viewership, and a key quarterback entering the transfer portal.🔍 Topics Covered:8 open head coaching jobs across HBCU football, including Clark Atlanta, Bowie State, Savannah State, Florida A&M, Morehouse, and moreThe surprising departure of Teddy Keaton at Clark Atlanta and what may come nextWhy Quinn Gray appears poised to take over at Florida A&MMarshall Faulk’s historic three-year, $1.2 million contract at Southern University, making him one of the highest-paid HBCU coachesLarry Scott leaving Howard University for Auburn, and an evaluation of his tenure with the BisonCelebration Bowl TV ratings: 2.3 million viewers on ABC, a 12% year-over-year increase, peaking near 3 million in overtimeSWAC Offensive Player of the Year Andrew Body is entering the transfer portal, and what it means for Alabama State and QB Te’Shaun Smoot#HBCUFootball #HBCUGameday #CelebrationBowl #SWAC #MEAC #CollegeFootball#MarshallFaulk #TransferPortal #HBCUCoaches

It’s Celebration Bowl Week in Atlanta! Tolly Carr and Wilton Jackson break down Prairie View A&M’s shocking SWAC Championship win over Jackson State, what really happened inside The Vet, and how the Panthers’ “No Name Defense” shut down one of the nation’s top rushing attacks.We also take a deep dive into Prairie View vs South Carolina State, including:🔥 QB comparison — William Atkins IV vs Cameron Peters🔥 Why third-down conversions may decide the Celebration Bowl🔥 How PV’s physicality stacks up with SC State🔥 Key matchups, red-zone threats, and defensive identitiesPlus…🎺 Battle of the Bands Preview: FAMU vs Southern, Miles vs Fayetteville State📈 Celebration Bowl attendance trends🏆 What each fanbase brings to Atlanta👀 The national spotlight of ABC’s broadcast and why this is a legacy moment for both programsTap in all week long for full Celebration Bowl coverage from HBCU Gameday!

Championship Week delivered EVERYTHING for the SIAC — crossover games, controversy, physical football, and history. Sly the Sports Guy and Jamie Walker break it all down on a brand new SIAC Sitdown.

The MEAC and SWAC championships are officially on the line, and Week 13 might be the wildest weekend of the HBCU football season! We break down Delaware State vs. South Carolina State for the MEAC crown — winner goes straight to the Celebration Bowl. No tiebreakers. No math. Just football.In the SWAC, it’s Soul Bowl time: Jackson State vs. Alcorn State, and the stakes could not be higher. If JSU wins, they’re in the SWAC Championship. If they lose and Alabama State wins, the Hornets punch their ticket to face Prairie View A&M.Plus:– How Prairie View locked up the SWAC West– Who REALLY looks like the most dangerous team in the MEAC– DeSean Jackson's impact on Delaware State’s turnaround– Why Jackson State’s freshman QB Jared Lockhart is peaking at the perfect time– Florida Classic preview: FAMU vs Bethune-CookmanThis is your full breakdown of the most important weekend of the season.🟣 MEAC Championship Preview🟡 SWAC Division Race Explained🔵 Celebration Bowl Stakes🔥 Player analysis, coaching trends + playoff energy

Cobi sits down with Coach Nemo Washington—Delaware State’s offensive coordinator, former Bowie State QB, and NFL Diversity Coaching Fellow with the Cleveland Browns—opens up like never before. From growing up in Atlanta and Seat Pleasant, to battling a rare brain cyst in college, to being spiritually redirected from player to coach, Nemo’s journey is one of calling, adversity, and grace. He talks about Coach Damon Wilson saving his career, how Deshaun Jackson’s staff energized DSU football, and the 65+ years of NFL experience now sitting inside the Hornets’ meeting room. We also dig into: – How DSU built its identity through “dog mentality,” detail, and resilience – His “Slide First” offensive philosophy – What makes a real “dog” on film – How NFL scouting, detail, and professionalism shape his coaching – The dual identity of Coach Washington: calm off the field, pure fire on it – Why relationships, faith, and family keep him grounded – Why HBCU coaches belong on NFL staffs—and which ones deserve a shot This is storytelling. This is vulnerability. This is HBCU football culture at its best. If you love HBCU football, MEAC storylines, Bowie State legends, or Delaware State’s rise under DeSean Jackson… this interview is a must-watch. CHAPTERS 00:00 – Intro 00:32 – Growing up in Atlanta & Seat Pleasant 03:04 – The brain cyst + adversity changing his calling 05:50 – How Coach Damon Wilson saved his career 11:56 – “Slide First” philosophy explained 12:36 – The two versions of Nemo: coach vs person 15:40 – Cleveland Browns fellowship + NFL lessons 18:37 – Why HBCU coaches belong in the League 21:10 – Teaching DSU players how to be pros 23:00 – How to spot a “dog” on film 27:10 – How coaching today has changed with parents, attitudes, and players 30:27 – Inside DSU’s 65+ years of NFL experience 33:09 – His role in DSU’s identity shift 34:27 – What he hopes players feel from him 36:10 – Who Nemo Washington is outside football

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Steven welcomed viewers to "Verified Sources with SJG on HBCU Game Day" and introduced Jacqie McWilliams-Parker, the Commissioner of the CIAA, who has led the organization for over a decade. They discussed the CIAA's new partnership with Marcus Graham, the growth of emerging sports like women's flag football, and the excitement around the upcoming football championship. The conversation also touched on the CIAA's efforts to support student-athletes and advance their institutions.

The regular season is over but there is plenty of fun to go around.

Clark Atlanta ends the season with a statement win over Morehouse in the Big Cat Classic! Coach Teddy Keaton joins Sylvester “Slider” Williams to break down the rivalry game, highlight standout players like Xavier Jackson, Jalen Samuels, and Amon Harris, and reflect on the Panthers’ growth and resilience this season.

Welcome to The Coach Teddy Keaton Show, presented by HBCU Gameday.This week, host Sylvester “Sly” Williams sits down with Coach Teddy Keaton to break down Clark Atlanta’s road trip to Kentucky State, where freshman quarterback Xavier Jackson and wide receiver Amon Harris put up eye-popping numbers despite the loss.Coach Keaton opens up about the team’s resilience, emotional maturity, and the importance of “playing the next play.” He also discusses the leadership of his seniors, including Harris’ All-American-level season, and previews the Battle of the AUC matchup against Morehouse College — a rivalry that means everything to Panther Nation.Plus, hear Coach’s thoughts on:🏈 The growth of his young quarterback🏈 Leadership and accountability in tough times🏈 What it takes to “set the temperature, not read it”🏈 Senior Night at CAU and the final push to finish strongSponsored by The Anthony Lawrence Collection, your source for official NCAA-licensed HBCU apparel — including Coach Keaton’s signature line.#HBCU #ClarkAtlanta #CoachTeddyKeaton #HBCUGameday #SIAC #HBCUFootball

The SIAC is peaking at the perfect time for HBCU football fans. We break down Albany State’s narrow win over Savannah State, Fort Valley’s statement vs. Miles, Kentucky State’s fireworks (hello, Darius Cyprien), Central State’s upset at Edward Waters, Tuskegee’s homecoming dub, Allen’s bounce-back vs. Morehouse, and Benedict’s homecoming business vs. VUL. Then we drop leaderboards (passing/rushing/receiving/defense) and dive into Rivalry Week previews: Clark vs. Morehouse, Benedict at Savannah State, Kentucky State at Lane, the Fountain City Classic, Tuskegee vs. Miles (at Legion), and Allen vs. Edward Waters in Winnsboro. Tap in for picks, context, and playoff implications across the SIAC. #SIAC #HBCUChapters👇00:00 Intro & Set-up01:00 Albany State edges Savannah State (21–18)05:40 Fort Valley clamps Miles; second-half D takes over10:58 Kentucky State’s air show: Cyprien (6-254-3) & McCall cook CAU17:40 Central State upsets Edward Waters; 5 INTs forced (Dylan Perry x3)21:50 Tuskegee wins HC vs. Lane (18–13); McGrew steady, dual-threat24:10 Allen 28–17 Morehouse; Dismukes efficient, Fabian Duncan grinds28:45 Benedict 42–10 VUL; trenches dominate, RB trio rolls37:05 Leaders: Jackson/Scott/Dismukes; Duncan & JTT; Amon Harris; Davis & Scarlet46:40 Rivalry Week: Clark vs. Morehouse picks48:50 Benedict @ Savannah State (defense/special teams edge)51:30 Kentucky State @ Lane (playoff math; strength of schedule)55:20 Fountain City Classic: Albany State vs. Fort Valley (strategy vs. pride)58:55 Tuskegee vs. Miles at Legion Field (who grew up faster?)01:01:05 Allen vs. Edward Waters in Winnsboro (stakes + crossover slot)01:06:45 Final picks & where the crew will be this weekend

It’s the final week of the Division II HBCU football regular season, and everything’s on the line. Virginia Union has clinched its spot in the CIAA Championship after another dominant win behind star running back Curtis Allen — while Johnson C. Smith took down Fayetteville State in a defensive slugfest to keep the South Division race alive.

SJG, Vaughn, Josh, and Cobi hold a round table discussion about The HBCU sports round table.