For over five decades, Ron Thomas has shaped journalism, education, and mentorship with an unwavering commitment to excellence. On April 11, the Black Sportswriters Hall of Fame inducted Thomas at North Carolina A&T State University. This milestone celebrates his achievements and highlights the doors he has opened for future generations. A career built on impact…
The celebration began long before the final buzzer sounded. As the final seconds ticked off the clock Saturday night inside the Clayton County Convocation Center, the bench rose, the crowd roared, and the Morehouse Maroon Tigers stood at center court as champions once again. With a 66–56 victory over Tuskegee, Morehouse captured the Southern Intercollegiate…
The Morehouse Maroon Tigers closed the regular season on a high note on Feb. 26, defeating the Spring Hill Badgers 82–72 at Forbes Arena to claim the outright Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SIAC) East Division title and the No. 1 seed in the upcoming conference tournament. Morehouse showcased its offensive balance and efficiency throughout the…
There were questions everyone had been asking: Playing under a new USA vs. World format, will this year’s All-Star Game be competitive for the first time in years? Will it at all be played with the energy and seriousness of a game that counts in the standings? Based on how they performed Friday, the NBA’s…
LOS ANGELES – From a rough night to a great night, Trent Middleton Jr. never let his struggles define his performance. Despite shooting 4-for-13 from the field, North Carolina A&T’s junior guard never lost his aggression, never lost his confidence, and most importantly, never lost his readiness for the moment that gave the Aggies a…
ATLANTA — What should have been remembered as a strong conference win quickly shifted into a larger conversation about security, sportsmanship and accountability across HBCU athletics. Following Morehouse’s 77–69 victory over Tuskegee University on Saturday, an unexpected postgame scene at Forbes Arena sparked widespread reaction. A video circulating online showed campus security placing Tuskegee men’s basketball…
In the first Big Cat Basketball Classic of the year, the Maroon Tigers dominated from start to finish, earning an 86–64 victory over Clark Atlanta University. This game was more than a rivalry matchup; it was also a clash between the two top teams on the Eastern side of the SIAC. The atmosphere in Burr…
An anonymous, reliable source inside the Morehouse College football program revealed that the school will not renew Head Coach Terance Mathis’ contract. The decision came today at noon. The college also dismissed Offensive Line Coach Bob Whitfield and Associate Athletics Director for Compliance Andre Roach. “I was informed at 12 noon that my contract will…
On Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025, the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) announced that one of its new expansion teams will head to Atlanta. The club comes with a record-breaking expansion fee of $165 million. It becomes the league’s 17th franchise and will feature star players such as Sophia Smith, Trinity Rodman and Barbra Banda. The…
In search of extending their winning streak, Morehouse faced off against Savannah State in a crucial matchup for SIAC playoff seeding. Entering the game, Morehouse stood at fifth in the standings, with Savannah State right behind at sixth. Unfortunately for the Maroon Tigers, they could not get the job done on the road, falling to…
