Leading the FAMU Rattlers is head coach Neal Colzie, while the Howard Bison will be under the guidance of head coach Larry Scott. The game not only continues a rich tradition but also reignites a fierce rivalry between two of the nation’s most prestigious Historical Black Colleges and Universities. President Marva Johnson, Esquire and Howard University President Dr. Ben Vinson III will witness their institutions compete in a series that dates back decades, with FAMU currently holding a 30–11 lead. The last matchup occurred in the 2023 Celebration Bowl, where the Rattlers edged out the Bison in a tight 30–26 victory in Atlanta.
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Winston-Salem State University (WSSU) and the broader HBCU community are mourning the loss of Quentin Derrick Glass, a former WSSU football player, scholar, and member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. He passed away at the age of 20. No cause of death has been reported at this time.
Colorado coach Deion Sanders disclosed Monday that he was diagnosed with an aggressive form of bladder cancer but after surgery his oncologist has considered him cured, so he plans to coach this season.
The John Madden Foundation will “provide vital support for HBCU students, reinforcing both organizations’ shared commitment to education and opportunity,” according to a press release.
In the heart of Pompano Beach, where Tiger Pride runs deep, Blanche Ely High School’s athletic teams entered the 2024–25 season with more than just talent—they brought a commitment to integrity, unity, and respect.
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After back-to-back seven-loss seasons, Napier guided Florida to an 8-5 record last year, including a victory in the Gasparilla Bowl, the school’s first bowl win since 2019. But expectations are higher this year, particularly with one of the nation’s top quarterbacks, DJ Lagway, back for his sophomore season.
Sprinting royalty has spoken, and the verdict is emphatic: Julien Alfred is the woman to beat in Tokyo. That’s the view of Justin Gatlin, the former Olympic and World Champion, who has thrown his support behind St. Lucia’s sprint sensation following her electrifying performances on the 2025 circuit.
Edward Waters University (EWU) named Brian Jenkins as its interim head football coach on July 16.