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Three Former Hampton Track and Field Athletes Finish 2011 Ranked in World Top 10

Written by HBCU Digest, Posted in Hampton University, Sports

The Daily Press today featured a story on three former Hampton University track and field athletes who completed the 2011 season ranked in the top ten in the world by Track and Field News.

Francena McCorory is ranked fourth in the 400-meter dash, Kellie Wells is ranked fourth in the 100-meter hurdles and Yvette Lewis is eighth in 100-meter hurdles.

McCorory, a three-time NCAA champion at Hampton in 2009 and 2010, finished fourth in the World Championships in the 400 meters in August, running a 50.45 in the final. She ran a personal-best 50.24 in the semifinals.

McCorory, who also anchored the gold medal-winning 1,600-meter relay team at the World Championships, was a four-time All-American for the Lady Pirates. (Daily Press)

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Search Underway for New Delaware State Athletic Director

Written by HBCU Digest, Posted in Delaware, Delaware State University, Sports

Delaware State University yesterday announced that athletic director Derek Carter will now serve as an assistant to the university’s vice-president of finance. The move prompts the second search for a campus sports CEO in three years.

Eric D. Hart has been appointed interim athletic director until a permanent AD is announced. No timetable has been established for the installation of a new AD, but Delaware State officials say a committee will be assembled and due process will be given to the search in custom with other administrative hirings.

“It’s not something that happens overnight,” says Delaware State spokesperson Carlos Holmes. “It’s still very fresh, so we want to make sure that we conduct a quality search and hope to have an athletic director in place this year.”

Holmes says that Carter’s new position will tap into his financial expertise in athletics, which will be key in the school’s new facilities master plan. Conducted every ten years to assess and schedule for campus expansion, Carter will have planning and budgetary input into the sports portion of the school’s development.

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Norfolk State Announces 2012 Football Schedule

Written by HBCU Digest, Posted in MEAC Football, Sports

Two out of conference games and five MEAC contests at home highlight Norfolk State’s 2012 football schedule. The MEAC champion Spartans will face Liberty and Ohio University in September, and will close out the regular season with two home games against Savannah State and Morgan State.

For the second straight year, NSU will play 11 straight games without a bye week before having off the final week of the FCS regular season on Nov. 17. The Spartans navigated that stretch well in 2011, finishing 9-3, winning their first-ever MEAC football title and making their initial FCS playoff appearance. (NSUSpartans.com)

NORFOLK STATE UNIVERSITY

2012 FOOTBALL SCHEDULE

Date Opponent Site Time

Sept. 1 Virginia State Norfolk, Va. 6 p.m.

(Virginia Lottery Labor Day Classic)

Sept. 8 at Liberty Lynchburg, Va. TBA

Sept. 15 Howard * Norfolk, Va. 4 p.m.

Sept. 22 at Ohio Athens, Ohio TBA

Sept. 29 at South Carolina State * Orangeburg, S.C. TBA

Oct. 6 Delaware State * Norfolk, Va. 1 p.m.

Oct. 13 at Hampton * Hampton, Va. TBA

(Battle of the Bay)

Oct. 20 at Bethune-Cookman * Daytona Beach, Fla. TBA

Oct. 27 at North Carolina A&T * Greensboro, N.C. TBA

Nov. 3 Savannah State * Norfolk, Va. 2 p.m.

(Homecoming)

Nov. 10 Morgan State * Norfolk, Va. 1 p.m.

Schedule is subject to change

* MEAC game

Home games in BOLD

Wednesday

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January 2012

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Opening Night in SWAC Women’s Hoops

Written by HBCU Digest, Posted in Sports

In a battle of SWAC preseason favorites, the Southern Lady Jaguars pulled away late on the road to beat Prairie View in the inaugural SWAC-TV basketball broadcast of the season.

Jamie Floyd had 18 points and 17 rebounds to lead the Lady Jags. Jasmine Jefferson added 10 points and 11 rebounds, while Lechell Rush grabbed 10 rebounds to go with eight points.

Latia Williams tallied 13 points and 17 rebounds to pace Prairie View. Jeannette Jackson contributed 12 points. Prairie View led 25-23 at halftime, but Southern outscored the Lady Panthers 35-28 in the final 20 minutes.

Read the full story at:
Opening Night in SWAC Women’s Hoops – SWAC – Southwestern Athletic Conference

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Xavier’s Hall Posts Double-Double in Win Over Southern Polytechnic

Written by HBCU Digest, Posted in Sports, Xavier University of Louisiana

Senior center Keldra Hall produced Xavier University of Louisiana’s first double-double of the season — 16 points and 13 rebounds — to lead the Gold Nuggets in a 76-58 women’s basketball victory Tuesday against Southern Polytechnic.

Xavier (9-5), ranked 16th in NAIA Division I and playing its first game in 13 days, used 16-3 and 18-4 second-half runs to erase a 30-27 halftime deficit.

Hall, recording her fifth double-double in two seasons and her highest rebound total of 2011-12, had 11 points and nine rebounds in the second half. Her 3-point play with 13:12 remaining capped the Nuggets’ first burst of the period and gave them a 45-37 lead. Xavier’s second run covered the final five minutes.

Read the full story at:
XULA: Hall’s double-double helps Xavier rally past Southern Poly (January 3, 2011)

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Texas Southern to Introduce Darrell Asberry as Head Football Coach

Written by HBCU Digest, Posted in Sports, Texas Southern University

Texas Southern University will today introduce Darrell Asberry as its new head football coach at 4 p.m. CST. Asberry will be the 15th head coach in TSU history, taking over for interim head coach Kevin Ramsey, who went 4-7 last season.

Asberry was the head coach at Division II Shaw University for the past five seasons, compiling a 40-25 overall record and a 30-13 mark in the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association. He captured conference championships in 2007, 2008 and 2010.

The former SWAC quarterback at Jackson State also served as offensive coordinator at North Carolina Central, Albany State and his alma mater, Jackson State. (The Sports Network)

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Norfolk State Beats Navy for 10th Win, Best Start Since Joining Division I

Written by HBCU Digest, Posted in Norfolk State University, Sports

Norfolk State captured its conference-leading 10th win yesterday afternoon, with a 71-65 road-victory against Navy. The Spartans’ 10-5 overall record is the school’s best start since joining the MEAC in 1997.

In the last three seasons, Norfolk State, which has won three straight, has had to wait until March to notch its 10th win.

“This is a much different feeling than the last couple years when we were scratching and clawing just to try to get to .500,” said O’Quinn, who turned in his nation’s best 10th double-double of the season with 17 points and 11 rebounds.

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Fang Mitchell Gets 400th Career Coaching Victory at Coppin State

Written by HBCU Digest, Posted in Coppin State University, Maryland, Sports

Michael Harper led five players in double figures with a season-high 19 points and Coppin State defeated Nebraska Omaha 93-83 earning head coach Ron “Fang” Mitchell his 400th career victory at CSU on Friday in the Elgin Baylor Classic at Key Arena.

Harper, who had scored just 10 points in the previous four games, was 7-of-12 from the floor including making 5-of-10 from the three-point line.

Mitchell, who is in his 26th season as the head coach of the Eagles, earned his 400th career win at Coppin State on his fourth try. He has 627 victories in his career including his time at Gloucester County College.

Read the full story at:
Coppin State Eagles – News

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December 2011

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Stillman’s Junior Galette Stars for New Orleans Saints

Written by HBCU Digest, Posted in Sports, Stillman College

Stillman College standout Junior Galette had high expectations as an undrafted free agent signing of the New Orleans Saints in 2010. One of the SIAC’s most dominant defensive players in years, Galette’s size and strength indicated that he would have a major role on the Saint’s defensive rotation and special teams.

But in his second year, Galette is among the team leaders in sacks, and is quickly leaving his signature on important games as the Saints prepare for another Super Bowl run.

From the get-go, this season was different. Galette opened with a tackle for a loss and a half sack in the opener at Green Bay and then got two more sacks in the defensive frenzy New Orleans unleashed late on Bears quarterback Jay Cutler in the second game. Though Galette is less heralded than tight end Jimmy Graham or even cornerback Patrick Robinson, 2010 draft picks flowering in their second year, the image fans had of his potential is becoming a reality.

“I guess the coaches have always told me to ‘catch the learning curve,’ Galette said. “There’s always a learning curve going from year one to year two, especially if you don’t play, and my first year I really didn’t play much. So as the year went on I just kind of got more experienced, and each game you start feeling more comfortable. The guys kind of bring you in, they do such a good job here, it’s such a player-driven team, you don’t want to let your teammates down.” (NOLA.com)

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Coppin State’s Jade Dudley is MEAC Three-Sport Star

Written by HBCU Digest, Posted in Coppin State University, Maryland, Sports

: Courtesy: The Times Leader

The Times Leader recently profiled Coppin State University standout athlete Jade Dudley, the senior who has emerged as one of the MEAC’s all-time great athletes, and one of the NCAA’s rare three-sport performers.

Dudley (Crestwood) put her name in the record book for her softball play with the Eagles. She ranks second all-time in home runs (16) and her .283 career batting average is 10th all-time. She’s fourth in runs (64), hits (101), doubles (18) and runs batted in (53). She was a first-team Mid-East Athletic Conference choice in 2010.

Dudley played two seasons of volleyball (2008-09) and finished with 291 digs, 136 kills, 37 assists and 32 service aces.

Now, it’s bowling and Dudley has found herself doing the job on the lanes. She recently competed in the MEAC Northern Division Championships and posted a five-game total of 702 with a pair of 199 games in the mix. And, she helped the Eagles defeat Howard in a Baker scoring match for their first league victory in two seasons.

Monday

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December 2011

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Kevin Ramsey, Shaw’s Asberry Among Finalists for Texas Southern Job

Written by HBCU Digest, Posted in Sports, Texas Southern University

FOX 26 in Houston is reporting that Texas Southern interim head football coach Kevin Ramsey and Shaw University football coach Darrell Asberry are among the finalists to be named TSU’s next head football coach. A third unnamed candidate is also in consideration.

Sources told FOX 26 interim head coach Kevin Ramsey, who went 4-7 in 2011, is one of the finalists.

TSU is also considering Shaw University head coach Darrell Asberry, who has been the Bears head coach since 2006.

Asberry has won three Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association championships in the last five years.

Monday

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December 2011

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NCCU Alum Jovan Olafioye to Work Out for Several NFL Teams

Written by HBCU Digest, Posted in North Carolina Central University, Sports

Former North Carolina Central University offensive lineman Jovan Olafioye is facing a whirlwind of interest from NFL teams seeking offensive line help. The former Eagle, who has been a standout in Canadian League football, has several tryouts scheduled over the next two weeks.

Olafioye worked out this week for the Vikings and Dolphins. Over the next two weeks, he’ll get a look-see from the Browns, Steelers, and Jets — and possibly other teams.

Under CFL rules, Olafioye can sign with any NFL team on January 2. (Pro Football Talk)

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December 2011

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Miami Dolphins Head Coach Todd Bowles Has Black College Ties

Written by HBCU Digest, Posted in Grambling State University, Louisiana, Morehouse College, Sports

The Miami Dolphins today fired head coach Tony Sparano and named assistant Todd Bowles interim head coach for the team’s final three games. Bowles, a former NFL defensive back, got his coaching start in the black college ranks.

Bowles, a native of Elizabeth, N.J., was a four-year letterman as a defensive back at Temple University (1982-85). He went on to play eight seasons in the NFL, including stints with Washington (1986-90, 1992-93) and San Francisco (1991). In his career, he appeared in 117 regular season games and accounted for 15 interceptions. He was a member of the Redskins team that captured the Super Bowl XXII championship following the 1987 season.

Upon conclusion of his playing career, Bowles worked in the player personnel department of the Green Bay Packers from 1995-96. He was defensive coordinator/secondary coach at Morehouse College in 1997 and defensive coordinator/defensive backs coach at Grambling State from 1998-99.

via Todd Bowles Named Interim Head Coach Of The Miami Dolphins, Replaces Tony Sparano.

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December 2011

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Report: Alcorn State Football Coach Melvin Spears Placed on Administrative Leave

Written by HBCU Digest, Posted in Alcorn State University, Mississippi, Sports

Ross Dellenger of the Jackson Clarion-Ledger reported earlier today that embattled Alcorn State head football coach Melvin Spears has been placed on administrative leave by the university. The report comes days after Alcorn President M. Christopher Brown told local media that several coaches would be fired due to budget constraints, partly caused by sinking revenues at home games from low attendance.

“Based on what they’re talking about, I’m being terminated for insubordination or something,” Spears said. “I felt blessed to have this great opportunity. Alcorn is my school. … We’ll move on to the next task. … I’ve had a great ride. … It’s always outstanding to come home. Bottom line, we did it the right way.”

Spears’ suspension comes three days after Alcorn president Christopher Brown told The Clarion-Ledger that the coach had a “50-50″ chance of returning for his second year with the squad. Also on Friday, Brown said that “at least three” assistants would be fired and not replaced, citing budget issues. (Clarion-Ledger)

Spears was in the first year of his tenure with Alcorn, and led the Braves to a 2-8 record this season. He also oversaw the departure of quarterback Brandon Bridge, a regularly-mentioned player in the discussion among the SWAC’s best at the position. Spears spent much of the season criticized by Alcorn alumni, who allegedly are pooling money to assist the university in buying out the coach’s contract.

Alcorn spokesperson Clara Stamps said that the decision to place Spears on leave was based upon a recommendation from the Department of Athletics to Dr. Brown, and was made effective this morning.

Saturday

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December 2011

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Grambling State Rallies To Win SWAC Football Championship

Written by HBCU Digest, Posted in Sports, SWAC Football

A season that began with an unlikely 1-4 start for the Grambling State Tigers ended with a familiar refrain from years past, as GSU rallied from fourth quarter deficit against Alabama A&M to win the SWAC football championship 16-15 this afternoon in Birmingham.

Western Division champ Grambling State 8-4 collected its sixth title in the 13th year of the SWAC championship game and its first since 2008. The Tigers have won all four of its title game meetings with A&M.Grambling State had fallen to A&M, 20-14, at home in a regular-season game on Sept. 24.

But the Tigers, 1-4 in mid-October, won their final seven games to collect the Eddie Robinson Trophy in Doug Williams first season since returning to campus for his second stint as head coach. (FOX News)

Thursday

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December 2011

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Virginia State Athletic Director Peggy Davis Named CIAA Interim Commissioner

Written by HBCU Digest, Posted in Sports, Virginia State University

The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association today named Virginia State athletic director Peggy Davis as its interim commissioner. Davis, who has won the conference’s “Athletic Director of the Year” award four times since 2006, will take the post on December 10.

“The CIAA Board of Directors is very pleased that Ms. Davis has agreed to accept this assignment and serve this great Conference in that capacity”, stated Chairman of the CIAA, Dr. Mickey Burnim. “Her accomplishments are exemplary and well respected across the Conference and beyond.” Davis plays a vital role as a member of the CIAA 100th Anniversary Planning Committee.

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