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Willie Simmons on FAMU recruiting with new facilities and new uni combos

HBCU GamedayJun 12, 2021

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Norfolk States Rob Jones talks 200th win building program and keeping momentum.

Norfolk States Rob Jones talks 200th win building program and keeping momentum.

Robert Jones joins Steven J. Gaither to talk about how he's built Norfolk State into a consistent winner.
Jan 26, 202435:50
FAMU ready to name a new football coach?

FAMU ready to name a new football coach?

FAMU Athletic Director Tiffany Dawn-Sykes is set to present an update about the head football coach position to the FAMU Board of Trustees. This is on the heels of Shawn Gibbs signing an extension to stay at Fort Valley State. Tolly Carr and Vaughn Wilson will react live after the Board of Trustees meeting ends.

Jan 18, 202401:00:57
FAMU and Texas Southern: Hot and Cold Coaching Searches

FAMU and Texas Southern: Hot and Cold Coaching Searches

FAMU fans are on fire about the coaching search for its football program, while Texas Southern is closing in on two months without a head coach and a search that's confusing to follow.

Jan 12, 202401:06:00
HBCU Basketball: Time to Pay Attention

HBCU Basketball: Time to Pay Attention

Conference play is rolling now and the race to the championship is on. NCCU versus Norfolk State is our big matchup tonight. Eagles coach LeVelle Moton stops by to talk to HBCU Gameday.

Jan 09, 202446:40
FAMU's Edge: Recruiting Coordinator Devin Rispress

FAMU's Edge: Recruiting Coordinator Devin Rispress

He doesn't coach but he helps deliver the goods for FAMU. Rattlers' recruiting coordinator takes your questions and talks FAMU recruiting here on HBCU Gameday.

Jan 09, 202401:05:10
Celebration Bowl 2023 Preview: Willie Simmons Interview
Dec 12, 202310:45
Celebration Bowl 2023 Preview: Larry Scott Interview
Dec 12, 202306:01
Conversations with Cobi : From Bridesmaid to Bride Coppin St Volleyball

Conversations with Cobi : From Bridesmaid to Bride Coppin St Volleyball

Take this ride with Cobi as he talks with Players, Coaches and Tastemakers in HBCU sports.

This time he sits down with Coach Walsh after his record setting season and Takenya Stafford as she talks Playing against her sister in the first round of the NCAA tournament.

Nov 30, 202321:49
D2 HBCU Football: Where Do We Go From Here

D2 HBCU Football: Where Do We Go From Here

SJG, Kris and Kindric break down another winless postseason for the CIAA and SIAC as well as Clark Atlanta's coaching shakeup and what else may be in store this offseason.

Nov 30, 202338:32
D2 HBCU Football: Playoffs, Postseason Bowl and Superlatives

D2 HBCU Football: Playoffs, Postseason Bowl and Superlatives

SJG, Kris and Kendric will discuss the SIAC and CIAA championship games, the NCAA D2 Playoffs, Florida Beach Bowl and Coaching Rumours and more.

Nov 16, 202353:15
D2 HBCU Football: Miles College HC Sam Shade and Morehouse Coaching Carousel

D2 HBCU Football: Miles College HC Sam Shade and Morehouse Coaching Carousel

Steven and Kindric talk to Miles College head coach Sam Shade and talk about what went wrong at Morehosue.

Nov 09, 202301:04:58
It's Benedict College vs Albany State in the 2023 SIAC football championship

It's Benedict College vs Albany State in the 2023 SIAC football championship

It's Benedict College vs Albany State in the 2023 SIAC football championship. Sylvester Williams, Jamie Walker, and Symone Stanley discuss the news

Nov 09, 202347:56
D2 HBCU Football: Week 10 reaction, title games set

D2 HBCU Football: Week 10 reaction, title games set

The regular season for the CIAA and SIAC is over, and Week Ten had PLENTY of drama from Maryland all the way to Alabama. Kris, Kobe and SJG break it all down.

Nov 07, 202301:02:08
Road to the Florida Classic-Episode III: B-CU Marching Wildcats

Road to the Florida Classic-Episode III: B-CU Marching Wildcats

HBCU Gameday takes our third look into the story of the Florida Blue Florida Classic. This stop is in Daytona Beach as we take a look at "The Pride." The B-CU Marching Wildcats and band director Dr. Donovan Wells talk about preparations for the classic battle. #ncaa #ncaabands #hbcu #hbcubands #bcu #bcuband #floridaclassic #floridablue #hbcugameday

Nov 03, 202323:04
D2 HBCU Football: VUU vs. VSU Deathmatch, SIAC Madness

D2 HBCU Football: VUU vs. VSU Deathmatch, SIAC Madness

We're down to the final week of the regular season as the CIAA and SIAC championship picture will (hopefully) be decided on Sunday. But maybe not.

Nov 02, 202301:32:15
SJG Special News Break: South Carolina State shakeup: Acting AD resigns, Buddy Pough takes over as replacement sought
Nov 01, 202322:03
"Regional Rankings Revealed: Who's on Top in the HBCU Football World? | D2 HBCU Football"

"Regional Rankings Revealed: Who's on Top in the HBCU Football World? | D2 HBCU Football"

In this episode we will have an in-depth conversation with Marcus Hilliard as his Elizabeth City State squad pulled off the upset of the year knocking off previously unbeaten Virginia State. We'll talk to him about rebuilding at his alma mater and more. We'll also discuss the initial regional rankings, Edward Waters hot streak and preview week nine in the SIAC/CIAA.

Oct 26, 202301:07:35
D2 HBCU Football Matters: Why D2 is greater than the FCS, Edward Waters Rising

D2 HBCU Football Matters: Why D2 is greater than the FCS, Edward Waters Rising

This Wednesday we talk to Edward Waters HC Toriano Morgan about building his program and 'The Hail Mary." We'll also talk about why D2 HBCU football looks better than the FCS level this season.

Oct 19, 202301:20:18
SJG Special updates: Does This HBCU care about its football program!- The State of Saint Aug

SJG Special updates: Does This HBCU care about its football program!- The State of Saint Aug

Former Saint Augustine’s University head coach Howard Feggins is speaking out about his seven-month tenure which ended abruptly.

Oct 17, 202349:55
D2 HBCU FB Matters OO3: Virginia State DC Carlos Fields, Thursday Night Lights and More

D2 HBCU FB Matters OO3: Virginia State DC Carlos Fields, Thursday Night Lights and More

Virginia State DC Carlos Fields, Thursday Night Lights and More

Oct 12, 202301:15:31
D2 HBCU Football Matters: Midterms Are Here

D2 HBCU Football Matters: Midterms Are Here

We talk the firing of Willie Slater, upsets in the CIAA, Allen's loss and an interview with Lincoln University QB Isaiah Freeman.

Oct 10, 202301:11:39
Re-Air: Eric Moore from Onnidan

Re-Air: Eric Moore from Onnidan

A conversation with the Iconic Eric Moore. a Tribute to his legacy.

Oct 31, 202201:12:34
SWAC Football Game Day Oct. 15-16

SWAC Football Game Day Oct. 15-16

SWAC fans here's the pregame show that’s going to get you ready for every single SWAC football weekend from now until the Celebration Bowl. It’s the Cricket SWAC Football Gameday show presented by Pepsi Zero Sugar.

Oct 13, 202229:00
HBCU NFL REPORT - Steve Wilks named Carolina Panthers interim head coach

HBCU NFL REPORT - Steve Wilks named Carolina Panthers interim head coach

HBCU NFL REPORT - Symone Stanley and Lut Williams discuss Steve Wilks being named the Carolina Panthers interim head coach , Cam Newton visits Tennessee State homecoming, and NFL week 5 standouts.

Oct 12, 202221:34
HBCU NFL Report: South Carolina State's Javon Hargrave secures win for Eagles

HBCU NFL Report: South Carolina State's Javon Hargrave secures win for Eagles

HBCU NFL Report - Symone Stanley and Lut Williams discuss the South Carolina State's Javon Hargrave securing the win for the Eagles and more

Oct 04, 202220:04
Player of the Week: Virginia Union Running Back Jada Byers

Player of the Week: Virginia Union Running Back Jada Byers

Virginia Union running back Jada Byers joins our Symone Stanley as the HBCU football player of the week

Oct 04, 202210:46
Hurricane Ian may impact weekend football

Hurricane Ian may impact weekend football

Vaughn Wilson gives us the update on the latest with Hurricane Ian which is on track to make landfall in Florida.

Sep 26, 202211:34
HBCU Game Day MEAC  Round Up

HBCU Game Day MEAC Round Up

Big Cobi gets you ready with the most important information in the MEAC.
Sep 23, 202208:52
Fort Valley State quarterback Kelvin Durham - HBCU football POTW

Fort Valley State quarterback Kelvin Durham - HBCU football POTW

Fort Valley State quarterback Kelvin Durham joins our Symone Stanley as the HBCU football featured player of the week.
Sep 22, 202206:10
HBCU NFL Report - Decobie Durant grabs first career interception

HBCU NFL Report - Decobie Durant grabs first career interception

HBCU NFL Report -
Symone Stanley and Lut Williams discuss South Carolina State's Decobie Durant grabbing his first career interception with the LA Rams and more
Sep 20, 202217:38
South Carolina State linebacker BJ Davis - HBCU football POTW

South Carolina State linebacker BJ Davis - HBCU football POTW

South Carolina State linebacker BJ Davis joins our Symone Stanley as the HBCU football week 2 POTW
Sep 15, 202206:42
HBCU NFL Report: Recapping a wild NFL week 1

HBCU NFL Report: Recapping a wild NFL week 1

HBCU NFL Report:
Symone Stanley and Lut Williams recap a wild NFL week 1
Sep 13, 202212:19
Tuskegee hires former Jackson State assistant as head baseball coach

Tuskegee hires former Jackson State assistant as head baseball coach

Tuskegee hires former Jackson State assistant as head baseball coach. Coach Chad Hall joins our Symone Stanley.
Sep 13, 202206:47
NCCU vs. WSSU: Why two HBCUs in different divisions are keeping their rivalry going

NCCU vs. WSSU: Why two HBCUs in different divisions are keeping their rivalry going

North Carolina Central and Winston-Salem State are in different NCAA divisions now, but the two long-time rivals are connected in many ways, and the ADs explain the benefits for their institutions.
Sep 10, 202205:26
Southern Heritage Classic Preview

Southern Heritage Classic Preview

Our friend Uncle Neely from Thee Pregame Show predicts another multiple touchdown performance from Jackson State this weekend against Tennessee State. Find out if he gives Big Blue a fighting chance.
Sep 10, 202201:14
NCCU QB Davius Richard - HBCU football featured POTW

NCCU QB Davius Richard - HBCU football featured POTW

Week one of HBCU football featured some amazing QB play. NC Central QB Davius Richard joins Symone Stanley as our HBCU football featured POTW.

Sep 10, 202205:36
South Carolina State Bulldogs are dominating the pros

South Carolina State Bulldogs are dominating the pros

HBCU NFL REPORT -

Symone Stanley and Lut Williams explain how the South Carolina State Bulldogs are dominating the pros, Javon Hargrave's contract year, and how much playing tike Markquese Bell may get in the Dallas Cowboy's opener.
Sep 10, 202212:11
Preview: Alcorn State vs Stephen F. Austin

Preview: Alcorn State vs Stephen F. Austin

We hear from Alcorn State University and Stephen F. Austin head coach Colby Carthel ahead of this weekend's home opener for Alcorn.

Sep 03, 202208:19
Latest on FAMU heading into Orange Blossom Classic

Latest on FAMU heading into Orange Blossom Classic

Vaughn Wilson joins us to update everyone on the certification issues with the FAMU football team and his thoughts on Sunday's Orange Blossom Classic versus Jackson State.
Sep 03, 202225:23
What does Week 1 mean for the MEAC?

What does Week 1 mean for the MEAC?

Steve J. Gaither sit down and talk about all things MEAC Football.
Sep 01, 202237:50
HBCU NFL Report - 18 HBCU players make initial 53 man rosters

HBCU NFL Report - 18 HBCU players make initial 53 man rosters

HBCU NFL Report - 18 HBCU players make initial 53 man rosters
Symone Stanley and Lut discuss the surprise cuts including Jackson State's James Houston and the surprise keepers including FAMU's Markquese Bell
Aug 31, 202217:25
Edward Waters running back Deshaun Hugee - HBCU football POTW

Edward Waters running back Deshaun Hugee - HBCU football POTW

Edward Waters running back Deshaun Hugee rushed for 161 yards and three touchdowns against Florida Memorial in week 0. Symone Stanley joins the HBCU football player of the week.
Aug 30, 202205:18
FAMU drama heading into UNC game

FAMU drama heading into UNC game

Florida A&M was delayed leaving Tallahassee after it was discovered that upward of 20 players were deemed ineligible ahead of its game against UNC. Vaughn Wilson, Skip Foreman and Tolly Carr navigate the facts of what was a disturbing Friday for the FAMU faithful. #collegefootball #famu #unc #swac #hbcu #hbcugameday
Aug 27, 202219:07
Florida A&M, UNC officials prepping for game despite cancellation rumor

Florida A&M, UNC officials prepping for game despite cancellation rumor

Despite online reports of a potential cancellation, both Florida A&M and North Carolina are preparing for Saturday’s game.
Aug 26, 202204:49
Alabama State and Howard talk MEAC/SWAC Challenge

Alabama State and Howard talk MEAC/SWAC Challenge

Just days away from the MEAC/SWAC Challenge, coaches from Howard and Alabama State set the expectations for the game and their upcoming seasons.
Aug 26, 202204:19
Bill Hayes to be honored at UNC versus FAMU

Bill Hayes to be honored at UNC versus FAMU

Hall of Fame coach Bill Hayes is one of the HBCU coaches that will be honored at the FAMU vs UNC football game. He talks to our Lut Williams about his relationship over the years with UNC coach Mack Brown.
Aug 26, 202211:28
Why a 43-year Associated Press veteran chose HBCU Gameday

Why a 43-year Associated Press veteran chose HBCU Gameday

HBCU Gameday family let's welcome Skip Foreman to the fold. Skip just retired from the Associated Press after 43 years and the first thing on his "to do list" was to join us at HBCU Gameday.
Aug 26, 202215:20
HBCU Gameday MEAC spotlight: How will they end up and the MEAC/SWAC Challenge

HBCU Gameday MEAC spotlight: How will they end up and the MEAC/SWAC Challenge

HBCU GAMEDAY's Steven J. Gaither and Jacobi Simmons Talk all things MEAC. Who do they think will be in the Celebration Bowl and Win the MEAC/SWAC Challenge?
Aug 25, 202237:06
Willie Simmons talks FAMU vs UNC week 0 matchup

Willie Simmons talks FAMU vs UNC week 0 matchup

Vaughn Wilson goes one-on-one with FAMU head coach Willie Simmons ahead of the Rattlers' week 0 match-up with the UNC Tar Heels.
Aug 24, 202210:45
HBCU NFL Report - South Carolina State's Alex Taylor shines with Browns

HBCU NFL Report - South Carolina State's Alex Taylor shines with Browns

HBCU NFL Report
Symone Stanley and Lut discuss:
South Carolina State's Alex Taylor shining with the Cleveland Browns , Joe Thomas big game with Chicago Bears, Grambling State's Chester Rogers making plays with the Houston Texans.
Aug 24, 202212:53