HBCUs

Da'Brya Clark pauses during a road game at Auburn on Sunday, Dec. 29, 2024. (Photo credit: Fonnae Webb, Norfolk State Athletics)

Da’Brya Clark closes strong December by helping Norfolk State defeat Auburn

By Rob Knox / December 30, 2024

Vickers ‘Da’Brya was good. Auburn played a style that she likes to see.’

Texas Southern's Courtlyn Loudermill plays defense in a game against CBS Houston on Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2024. (Photo credit: Texas Southern Athletic Communications)

HBCU notebook: Texas Southern’s Courtlyn Loudermill and Jaida Belton are hidden gems

By Rob Knox / December 22, 2024

Lots of news around the MEAC and SWAC, plus a look at UMES’ Zamara Haynes

Grambling State head women's basketball coach Courtney Simmons during a game in the 2023-24 season.

Courtney Simmons details Grambling State’s challenging nonconference reality

By Rob Knox / December 18, 2024

The Grambling State head coach clarified her remarks following a recent LSU game

Norfolk State's Kierra Wheeler (left with ball) looks to make a move against Missouri during a road game on Sunday, Nov. 10, 2024 in Columbia, Missouri.

Kierra Wheeler’s intensity is pushing Norfolk State through a challenging December

By Rob Knox / December 12, 2024

Clark: ‘Her intensity fuels the whole team’

Coppin State guard Angel Jones dribbles against Arizona State in a game on Thursday, Dec. 5 in Baltimore.

How Angel Jones and Coppin State beat Arizona State in an overtime instant classic

By Rob Knox / December 7, 2024

Jones: ‘I knew this is where I wanted to be’

Mississippi Valley State guard Sh'Diamond McKnight (with the ball) prepares to shoot a foul shot against Prairie View A&M during a game in the 2023-24 season.

HBCU notebook: Mississippi Valley State’s Sh’Diamond McKnight no longer a secret

By Rob Knox / November 20, 2024

Plus a look inside Norfolk State’s win over Missouri, Laila Fair’s leadership at Morgan State and how Aniya Gourdine’s strong summer is helping guide Southern

Candice Dupree stands on the Tennessee State sideline, points in front of her and says something to someone outside the frame.

WNBA legend Candice Dupree embraces her purpose in leading Tennessee State

By Rob Knox / November 17, 2024

Dupree: ‘I just want to make this a first-class experience’

Thumbnail image of basketball players over the text "MEAC, CAA & SWAC chat"

Locked On Women’s Basketball: HBCU stars and storylines

By The Next / November 15, 2024

Which teams are expected to contend for the MEAC, CAA and SWAC titles?

Diamond Johnson drives to the hoop

2024-25 MEAC preview

By Rob Knox / October 23, 2024

Norfolk State and Howard have faced off in the MEAC Tournament title contest in each of the last three years

Destiny Howell was the 2023 MEAC Player of the Year and she returns after missing last season. Photo credit/Howard Athletics

HBCU notebook: Destiny Howell’s return excites Howard, HBCUs looking forward to hosting Power Four programs

By Rob Knox / October 16, 2024

Howell: ‘Once I found the positives in a negative situation, it brought me peace and a clear mind’