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New York Knicks 115, Cleveland Cavaliers 104 (OT)NEW YORK (AP) — Jalen Brunson ignited one of the greatest comebacks in NBA postseason history, scoring 38 points and leading the New York Knicks from a 22-point deficit in the fourth quarter to a thrilling 115-104 overtime victory over the Cleveland Cavali...
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San Antonio Spurs 122, Oklahoma City Thunder 115Western Conference Finals, Game 1OKLAHOMA CITY (OK)— Victor Wembanyama delivered a historic performance, scoring 41 points and grabbing 24 rebounds to lead the San Antonio Spurs to a thrilling 122-115 double-overtime victory over the top-seeded Oklahoma City Thunder on Monday night in Gam... -
Cavaliers win series 4-3Cleveland(OH)- The Cleveland Cavaliers delivered a dominant road performance, routing the top-seeded Detroit Pistons 125-94 on Sunday night to advance to the Eastern Conference Finals for the first time since 2018.Donovan Mitchell led the way with 26 point... -
OKC Thunder Favored to Advance Past Spurs in Western Conference FinalsOKLAHOMA CITY- The top seeded Oklahoma City Thunder, undefeated in the 2026 playoffs and defending NBA champions, will host the No. 2 San Antonio Spurs in Game 1 of the Western Conference finals on Monday night at Paycom Center. The series put two of the l... -
Golden Lions' Victory Over Tigers Secured in SWACThe University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Golden Lions men's basketball team defeated the Texas Southern University Tigers the score of 74-66. This win marktheir third consecutive Southwestern Athletic Conferencewin and improving their record to 6...
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The Hoosiers advanced to CFP National Championship after 56-22 win Oregon in the Peach BowlThe Number One undefeated seed Indiana Hoosiers dominated the Numeber Five Oregeon Duck with final score of 56-22. Indiana advanced to the College Football National Championship against Miami on January 19 at HardTock Stadium in Miami home field, marki...
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UAPB Women Golden Lion defeated Prairie View 53-49 on the roadIn a hard fought victory Lady Golden Lions overcame a 53-49 win over Prairie View. This win marked UAPB first conference win of the season improving their record 4-10 overall and 1-2 SWAC play snapping a four game winning streak.In the first quarter th...
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Miami Hurricane rallied back to defeated Ole Miss 31-27In the 55th Fiesta Bowl Miami Hurricane defeated Ole Miss 31-27. This marked Miami’s first ever win in the Fiesta Bowl(0-4) and earned them their first national championship appearance since 2001. For Ole Miss it was a heartbreaking end to their best sea...
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UAPB Golden Lion men has defeated ASU 90-79Pine Bluff, Arkansas- TheUniversity of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Golden Lions overcame an early deficit to defeat the Alabama State Hornets 90-79. The victory improved UAPB's record to 5-10 overall and a perfect 2-0 in SWAC play, marking their secon conf...
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UAPB Men Basketball defeated Alabama A&M 95-83Pine Bluff,Arkansas-University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) Golden Lions delivered a stunning 95-83 victory over the Alabama A&M (AAMU) Bulldogs. Entering the contest with a challenging 3-10 record, UAPB showcased resilience and offensive firepower to ...
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UAPB and AAU Men Basketball PreviewThe University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Golden Lions women's basketball team is set to face off against the Alabama A&M Bulldogs in a crucial Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) matchup on January 3, 2026, at the H.O. Clemmons Arena. Tip-off is s...
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UAPB vs AAU Women Basketball PreviewThe University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Golden Lions women's basketball team is set to face off against the Alabama A&M Bulldogs in a crucial Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) matchup on January 3, 2026, at the H.O. Clemmons Arena. Tip-off is s...
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Ole Miss Rebels upset #3 UGA 39-34 in the Sugar BowlThe No. 6 seed Ole Miss Rebels defeated the No. 3 seed Georgia Bulldogs by a final score of 39-34 in a thrilling back-and-forth game. Ole Miss advanced to the CFP semifinals against Miami in the Fiesta Bowl, while Georgia's season ended.The game kicke... -
Indiana 38-3 Dominates and first bowl win since 1991Indiana dominated the game en route to a 38-3 victory, advancing to the CFP semifinal against Oregon while handing Alabama its largest bowl loss in program history (35-point margin, tied for the sixth-largest in Rose Bowl history). This marked Indiana'... -
Oregon Dominated Texas Tech 23-0Oregon dominated in a defensive shutout, winning 23-0 and advancing to the CFP semifinals. This marked the first Orange Bowl shutout in 34 years, since Miami's 22-0 win over Nebraska in 1992.
Oregon's defense stifled Texas Tech throughout, forcing four turnovers (two interceptions, two fumbles lost) while holding the Red Raiders to just 215 total yards and no points. The Ducks' offense was efficient but conservative, relying on field goals and short-yardage touchdowns amid rainy conditions. Scoring came via three field goals from kicker Atticus Sappington (including a 50-yarder) and two rushing touchdowns by running back Jordon Davison. Texas Tech's offense struggled early, gaining -2 yards in the first quarter and only 89 in the first half, with quarterback Behren Morton throwing two interceptions. Oregon outgained Texas Tech 309-215 in total yards
The Orange Bowl named both an Offensive MVP and a Defensive MVP.
Offensive MVP: Dante Moore (Oregon QB) - 26/33 passing (78.8%), 234 yards, 0 TD, 1 INT; also 10 rushes for -12 yards. Moore's efficient game management kept drives alive despite no passing TDs
Defensive MVP: Brandon Finney Jr. (Oregon DB) - 6 tackles (4 solo), 2 interceptions (2 yards), 1 fumble recovery. As a true freshman, Finney's plays were pivotal in the shutout, including an end-zone INT.
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Fernando Mendoza: From Backup to HeismanBorn and raised in Florida, Fernando was a star at Columbus High School, slinging passes with accuracy and leading his team to state championship. He originally committed to Yale but flip , and he picked Cal Berkeley, figuring the West Coast vibe would s... -
South Carolina State's Triumph in the 2025 Cricket Celebration BowlOn December 13, 2025, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia, the 10th annual Cricket Celebration Bowl delivered one of the most unforgettable games in HBCU football history. The Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) champion South Carolina State Bu... -
Prairie View wins 2025 SWAC Champion First SWAC Championship since 2009The 2025 Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) Football Championship Game took place on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at Mississippi Veterans Memorial Stadium in Jackson, Mississippi. The matchup featured the East Division champion Jackson State Tigers (9-... -
Golden Lions fall to Rattlers for Thrilling 31-28The Florida A&M Rattlers survived a wild fourth-quarter rally from the Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions to escape with a 31-28 victory in Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) action. The win snaps a brief skid for FAMU, boosting their record to 4-5 over... -
UAPB 40-21 Victory Over SouthernPINE BLUFF, Ark. The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Golden Lions dominated the Southern Jaguars 40-21 on Saturday afternoon at Simmons Bank Field. The win snapped a three-game losing streak for UAPB, improving their record to 3-5 overall and 2-3 in ... -
UAPB Falls 31-14 to Bethune-CookmanHomecoming for, the Bethune-Cookman Wildcats dominated the Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions with a convincing 31-14 win at Municipal Stadium. The victory not only boosted the Wildcats' spirits in front of a raucous crowd but also marked their first Ho... -
36th Southern Heritage Classic: UAPB Edges Alcorn State in a BackForth BattleThe 36th annual Southern Heritage Classic delivered a nail biter on September 27, 2025, as the University of Arkansas Pine Bluff Golden Lions (UAPB) clawed their way to a 24-20 victory over the Alcorn State Braves. This marked UAPB's first win in the ... -
Golden Lions Dominate Lincoln Oaklanders at HomeOn September 13, 2025, the Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions hosted the Lincoln (CA) Oaklanders in a college football matchup at Golden Lions Stadium. Looking to build momentum early in the season, the Golden Lions came out firing and never looked back, cru... -
Bears Dominate Golden Lions in Season Home OpenerThe University of Central Arkansas Bears roared to a 41-17 victory over The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Golden Lions on Saturday. UCA showcased their offensive firepower, racking up an impressive 614 total yards while holding UAPB to just 272.Th... -
Jackson State Tigers Dominate Hampton Pirates in Season Opener, 28-14On Saturday afternoon, Jackson State Tigers kicked off their 2025 campaign with a convincing 28-14 victory over the Hampton Pirates. Led by Ahmad Miller, JSU overcame an early deficit to pull away in the fourth quarter, improving to 1-0 while dropping Hamp... -
Body's Heroics Shine in Hornets'In a season opener , Alabama State quarterback Andrew Body returned from injury with a vengeance, torching the UAB Blazers for 431 total yards and five touchdowns. Though the Hornets ultimately fell 52-42 in a high-octane affair at Protective Stadium on T... -
SWAC Week One Preview
The SWAC Conference is gearing up for another thrilling season and coming off a 2024 campaign season, where Jackson State claimed its third SWAC title in four years with a 10-2 record, defeating Southern 41-10 in the championship game. This week features mixed non-conferences against FBS and FCS foes, plus early conference battles that could set the tone for divisional races. With new coaches, transfers, and returning stars, here's a breakdown of matchups for upcoming games.
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Auburn Claimed Seven Additional National ChampionshipIn a bold move that has ignited fierce debate across College Football Auburn University announced on August 19,2025 claiming seven additional national championships for their storied football program. The Tigers are long recognized for titles in 1957 and 2... -
Texas Claims No.1 Spot in AP Top 25 PollThe AP Poll released on August 11 features Texas garnering 25 first-place votes and 1,552 points, just five ahead of No.2 Penn State. The SEC dominates a record 10 teams in the ranking, underscoring its status as one of the top conferences in college footb... -
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Arkansas Razorbacks vs Arkansas State Wolves: First Time EverOn September 6, 2025, the Arkansas Razorbacks will face off against the Arkansas State Red Wolves for the very first time in program history. The game will take place at the historic War Memorial Stadium in Little Rock. The kickoff started at 5:00 pm local... -
Top Contenders Who Are Going to Make It to the SWAC ChampionshipEast Division 1. Jackson State is the favorite to claim the East for the third time in four years. Polling at 126 points with 16 first-place votes, the Tigers are riding high from their 2024 HBCU National title run, where they we...
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Top Coaches in The SWAC1. T.C Taylor - Jackson State Tigers: Taylor was a standout wide receiver at Jackson from 1998-2001, where he set single-season records with 84 receptions for 1,234 yards and 11 touchdowns as a senior. In 2002, he signed with the New England Patriots after...
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Top Offensive Linemen in the SWAC to Look Out For1. D’Andre Townes-Blues: The 6’5", 315-pound offensive tackle started all 12 games at left tackle. He powered Jackson State to a total of 403.0 total yards per game and 213.7 rushing yards per game. With Townes on the field, Jackson State was the seco... -
Which Team Should Micah Parsons Go To?Dallas Cowboys All-Pro edge rusher Micah Parsons has officially requested a trade. Citing stalled contract negotiations and a desire to leave the franchise. The 26-year-old phenom, who has racked up 52.5 sacks and 300 quarterback pressures in his first fou... -
Alabama A&M Loses QB Mekhi Hagesn to Academic Issues ahead of the 2025 SWAC Season.In a huge, stunning blow, transfer Mekhi Hagens has been removed from Bulldog’s roster due to academic concerns. The news, first reported by FCS Craig Haley and others, confirmed sources close to Bulldog’s program leaving first year head coach Sam Shade s... -
The Legend of Huklamanian: Hulk HoganTerry Gene Bollea, better known as Hulk Hogan, was born on August 11, 1953, in Augusta, Georgia. Growing up, Hulk Hogan was no stranger to glory; he played little league baseball, dreaming of hitting home runs, but his true passion ignited at age 16 when h... -
Top Wide Receivers to Look Out for in The SWAC1.Nate Rembert (Jackson State), a transfer from Mississippi Valley State, played in 12 games and had 70 receptions for 1,038 yards (14.8 yards per catch) with 4 touchdowns while averaging 86.5 yards per game. He earned 2024 All-SWAC First Team, 2024 Phil S... -
Running backs who have the potential to have a breakout season.1.Jacorian Sewell: Jacorian Sewell is one to watch this upcoming season. The junior running back from Alcorn State had an outstanding 2024 season. He rushed for 801 yards with 139 carries and six touchdowns. His longest run was against Jackson State when h... -
Top 3 defensive lineman in the SWAC"Offense sells tickets. Defense wins games." - Late Paul Braynt
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Teams to Look Out for in the SWACAs the 2025 college football season kicks off, the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) is once again set to be one of the most exciting and competitive conferences. From fierce traditional rivalries to nationally televised HBCU classics, the SWAC delivers high-level football, electric atmospheres, and rich cultural tradition.
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UAPB Men Basketball defeated Alabama A&M 95-83Pine Bluff,Arkansas-University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) Golden Lions delivered a stunning 95-83 victory over the Alabama A&M (AAMU) Bulldogs. Entering the contest with a challenging 3-10 record, UAPB showcased resilience and offensive firepower to ...