HBCUs

Laine McGurk drives the ball to the basket on a fastbreak.

CAA notebook: How Laine McGurk went berserk and fueled Drexel’s victory over Pitt

By Rob Knox / November 23, 2025

Also a look at North Carolina A&T’s D’Mya Tucker, Towson’s 3-point shooting and Charleston’s long road trip

North Carolina Central's Morgan Callahan dribbles in a game last year.

HBCU notebook: Inside Morgan Callahan’s decision to return to North Carolina Central

By Rob Knox / November 16, 2025

Also, a look at Howard’s 4-0 start and a profile of UAPB’s Indiya Bowen, plus notes on Delaware State and Alabama A&M

Alcorn State's Nakia Cheatham leans her arm on head coach Nate Kilbert's shoulder while Kiarra Henderson stands with her arms folded.

How Nakia Cheatham and Kiarra Henderson became the heart and soul of Alcorn State

By Rob Knox / November 3, 2025

Cheatham and Henderson are linked not only by accolades, but also by their unfinished business

Norfolk State women's basketball celebrates its third straight MEAC championship.

2025-26 MEAC preview

By Rob Knox / October 29, 2025

Howard headlines a conference loaded with rising contenders eager to challenge it and three-time defending champion Norfolk State

William & Mary celebrates the 2025 CAA Tournament championship with a group photo.

2025-26 CAA preview

By Rob Knox / October 23, 2025

The College of Charleston enters the season as the favorite

Southern women's basketball celebrates 2nd SWAC championship in 3 years. (Photo credit: SWAC)

2025-26 SWAC preview

By Rob Knox / October 16, 2025

Preseason favorite Southern is seeking a return trip and third in four years to the NCAA Tournament despite plenty of top contenders

A player looking up from the ground with a camera snaps a photo of a teammates

The beauty in the chaos: Inside women’s basketball’s new era of photo day

By Rob Knox / October 10, 2025

Across locker rooms and campuses, players are claiming space, showing personality and redefining what it means to be seen

New Alabama State women's basketball coach Johnetta Hayes holds a black Alabama State jersey while being flanked by athletic director Dr. Jason Cable (left) and president Quinton T. Ross (right)

HBCU notebook: Johnetta Hayes excited to lead Alabama State’s new era and add to its rich history

By Rob Knox / September 16, 2025

Hayes: ‘The biggest thing that keeps me going every day is being able to affect change in our student athletes’ lives’

Howard women's basketball is standing in front of a tiled mural wall in Lisbon, Portugal. which is a strong symbol tied to Portugal’s maritime history.

HBCU notebook: Howard’s trip to Portugal was a memorable building block

By Rob Knox / August 17, 2025

Plus: trio of Hampton players earn valuable experience during WNBA All-Star weekend, and early NCAA schedules revealed

Tiyanna James (left) and Mihjae Hayes (right) playfully compare shoe sizes during a media day when they competed at Virginia State.

HBCU notebook: Bond between Mihjae Hayes and Tiyanna James can elevate Morgan State

By Rob Knox / July 11, 2025

Domond: ‘I think they’re just special young individuals’