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SWAC Cross Country results and team scores: Alabama A&M and Jackson State take championships
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (World-Track) — Laura Avila claimed the individual crown and Alabama A&M placed three runners among the top five to capture the program’s first Southwestern Athletic Conference women’s cross country championship Tuesday (27) at Apalachee Regional Park. The men’s title was won by Jackson State.
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Hinds to close Eagle Ridge Golf Course
On October 8, Hinds Community College President Dr. Stephen Vacik announced that the Eagle Ridge Golf Course on Hinds’ Raymond campus will be closed at the end of this year. In a letter announcing the decision, Vacik said the course has long been a part of college and community life.
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Warren Central freshmen boys defeat Ridgeland 48-28; girls fall short
VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — Warren Central High School’s freshmen boys basketball team picked up another victory on Monday as the Vikings defeated Ridgeland 48-28. The Lady Vikes also competed but fell short in a 41-33 loss. WC Freshmen Boys 48, Ridgeland 28. Darius O’Neal scored 15 points to...
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No. 1 Holmes defeats Meridian 23-0 on Sophomore Day
RIDGELAND --- The No. 1 Holmes Community College Lady Bulldogs improved to 15-0 overall and 10-0 in the MACCC with a 3-0 win over the Meridian Community College Lady Eagles here Friday on Sophomore Day 2026. Holmes will end the regular season on Tuesday vs. Itawamba at 5 p.m. in...
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USA TODAY Sports Network Week 9 HBCU football rankings
In the 2026 HBCU football season, it seems like there's an unexpected win somewhere in the SWAC that'll shakeup conference standings. In Week 8, that shakeup was Bethune-Cookman's thrilling win over Jackson State after the Wildcats were dominated by Alabama A&M in Week 7. Conference play started in the MEAC, as the the race to the Cricket Celebration Bowl begins. In Week 9, the biggest game of the HBCU football season will take place in Birmingham when Alabama State takes on Alabama A&M in a game that will have SWAC East implications. USA Today ranked all 21 Division I HBCU football teams and where they stand in the 2026 season. Here’s a look heading into Week 9. 1. South Carolina State (6-2, 1-0) Last week's rankings: No. 3 The Bulldogs remain at the top after opening MEAC play with a convincing 22-7 win over Norfolk State. South Carolina State's defense limited the Spartans to seven points, while running back Mason Pickett-Hicks scored twice. The defending HBCU national champions continue to look like the team to beat. 2. Alabama A&M (6-2, 3-1) Last week's rankings: No. 2 The Bulldogs enjoyed an idle week but remain one of the SWAC's top contenders.
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Jackson State women’s golf heads to The Judson in Hattiesburg
HATTIESBURG — Jackson State’s women’s golf team returns to competition Monday, Oct. 26, at The Judson, a two-day tournament hosted by Southern Miss at Hattiesburg Country Club, according to Jackson State Athletics. The tournament opens with 36 holes Monday and concludes with 18 holes Tuesday. The field...
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Jackson State cross country heads to SWAC championships as volleyball returns home
JACKSON — Jackson State’s cross country teams will compete for conference championships Tuesday, Oct. 27, during a week that also includes women’s golf, volleyball and women’s soccer, according to the university’s athletics department. The SWAC Cross Country Championships will be held at Apalachee Regional Park...
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HBCU football winners and losers: Stunning results all over the place
Week 8 of the 2026 HBCU football season delivered a major SWAC shake-up, a rivalry win with conference-title implications and a dramatic homecoming finish in the CIAA. Bethune-Cookman delivered the biggest statement of the day, defeating HBCU Black College Football Poll No. 1-ranked Jackson State for its first victory over the Tigers since joining the SWAC.
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Raylyn Parson crowned 2026 Vicksburg High School Homecoming Queen
VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — Raylyn Parson received one of the highest honors at Vicksburg High School on Friday night as she was crowned the 2026 Homecoming Queen. Parson officially received her crown during halftime of the Gators’ football game against Cleveland Central, which ended in a 28-26 homecoming victory for Vicksburg.
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Gulfport native to be inducted into the Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame
GULFPORT, Miss. (WLOX) — The Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame has released its class of 2027 inductees. Eight honorees will be recognized for their contributions to sports. The inductees range from baseball, basketball, and football stars to an Olympic gold medalist. “Each of these honorees has elevated Mississippi athletics...
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Jordan Clay crowned 2026 Vicksburg High School Homecoming King
VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — Jordan Clay has been named the 2026 Vicksburg High School Homecoming King. Clay was officially celebrated during the school’s homecoming parade on Thursday as he prepared to take the field for the Gators on Friday night. “This feels amazing and it just motivates me...
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Celebration Bowl’s early projection has a favorite
The Celebration Bowl now has an early favorite. Toyota has introduced a data-driven projection that ties the HBCU championship game directly to the ongoing title races in the MEAC and SWAC, with Morgan State and Jackson State leading the initial outlook. The projection gives fans a concrete way to follow...
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Gators take down Cleveland Central 28-26 on homecoming night
VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — Confidence, determination and a two-touchdown performance by Jayden Stewart helped Vicksburg High School secure a thrilling 28-26 homecoming victory over Cleveland Central on Friday night. The Gators overcame an early 12-point deficit before holding off a late comeback by the Wolves to secure the victory...
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Vikings clinch playoff spot and improve to 8-0
VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — Warren Central High School is officially heading to the playoffs after securing a 34-14 win over Neshoba Central on Friday night. The Vikings improved to 8-0 on the year as they continued their undefeated season with another impressive performance. The Vikings had multiple players step...