Mississippi Valley State

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

HBCU notebook: How Southern polished its reputation with consecutive Big 12 wins

By Rob Knox / December 14, 2025

Around the nation with stops at Mississippi Valley State, Florida A&M, Howard & Coppin State

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

Norfolk State head coach Jermaine Woods is flanked by NSU athletics director Dr. Melody Webb and NSU president Dr. Javaune Adams-Gaston during the introductory press conference. (Photo credit: Norfolk State Athletics)

HBCU notebook: Coaching carousel sparks seismic shifts across the MEAC and SWAC

By Rob Knox / May 7, 2025

Woods: ‘I’m excited to be here. Man, it’s a dream come true’

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