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MEAC Extends ESPN Media Rights Through 2031
The MEAC ESPN media rights agreement extends through 2031, expanding football and basketball coverage while renewing HBCU showcase events through 2032.
2026 Cricket MEAC/SWAC Challenge Kickoff Presser: Key Takeaways
The 2026 MEAC/SWAC Challenge features Alabama A&M vs. Howard as ESPN Events announces a SWAC extension through 2032 and new Toyota partnership.
Toyota Deepens HBCU Commitment with Three-Year Expansion Across MEAC/SWAC Challenge and Celebration Bowl
Toyota signs a three-year agreement with ESPN Events expanding its role across the MEAC/SWAC Challenge Kick-Off, Celebration Bowl, halftime shows, and HBCU cultural initiatives.
HBCU Football's Biggest Night Gets a Primetime Slot — and Atlanta Is Ready to Show Out
Alabama A&M and Howard will face off Aug. 29 in primetime on ABC at Atlanta's Center Parc Stadium in the 2026 Cricket MEAC/SWAC Challenge Kickoff. Tickets go on sale Monday, April 13.
Howard Men and Women Sweep MEAC Championships, Earn NCAA Tournament Berths
Howard University’s men’s and women’s basketball teams both captured the 2026 MEAC Tournament titles, sending the Bison to the NCAA Tournament.
MEAC Issues Public Reprimand and Fine to Howard University Softball Coach Tori Tyson
The MEAC has publicly reprimanded Howard University softball coach Tori Tyson and fined the program $1,500 following social media comments made about the conference's Player of the Week recognition.
2026 Super Bowl LX: Two MEAC Football Officiating Alumni Selected to Serve on Super Bowl Crew
MEAC proudly claims two Super Bowl LX officials — Greg Steed and Roy Ellison. Both alumni launched their careers in the MEAC and now represent the conference on football's biggest stage.
NCCU Quarterback Walker Harris and SCSU Defensive Back Jarod Washington Earn Top 2025 MEAC Football Honors
North Carolina Central quarterback Walker Harris and South Carolina State defensive back Jarod Washington have been selected as the 2025 Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) Offensive and Defensive Players of the Year.
MEAC Unveils 2025 All-Conference Football Honors
The Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) has officially announced its 2025 All-MEAC Football Teams, celebrating the exceptional talent, commitment, and competitive spirit displayed by student-athletes throughout the season.
MEAC Launches New Quarterly Wellness Newsletter for Student-Athletes
The Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) has introduced a new quarterly wellness newsletter dedicated to supporting the overall health of its student-athletes. Created to promote mental, physical, and emotional well-being, the newsletter will deliver practical tools, actionable tips, and reliable educational resources that help student-athletes succeed on and off the field.
MEAC Unveils 2026 Hall of Fame Induction Class
The Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) has officially announced its 2026 Hall of Fame Class, honoring five extraordinary individuals whose careers have made a lasting impact on the conference and its member institutions. The inductees will be celebrated during the 2026 MEAC Basketball Tournament, held March 11–14 in Norfolk, Virginia.
MEAC to Host 11th Annual Youth Basketball Clinic in Norfolk
The Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) is gearing up for its 11th Annual Youth Basketball Clinic, set for Tuesday, October 7, from 6–8 p.m. at the Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center (1401 Ballentine Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23504). On-site registration will begin at 5 p.m.
MEAC/ SWAC Kickoff Challenge 2025 Post-Game Press Conference: Coaches Address the Battle
Post Game Conference- MEAC/SWAC KICKOFF CHALLENGE 2025: NCCU Eagles dominate Southern Jaguars 31-14 in electric Georgia showdown. Christian Moseley leads Eagles to victory at Center Parc Stadium. Epic HBCU football featuring Human Jukebox vs Sound Machine band battle. Complete game recap with coach interviews and key plays.
NCCU vs Southern: This Wasn't Even Close - Eagles Prove Why They're BACK with Statement Win!
MEAC/SWAC KICKOFF CHALLENGE 2025: NCCU Eagles dominate Southern Jaguars 31-14 in electric Georgia showdown. Christian Moseley leads Eagles to victory at Center Parc Stadium. Epic HBCU football featuring Human Jukebox vs Sound Machine band battle.
HISTORIC FORMATION OF HBC4US ASSOCIATION UNITES LEADERS OF BLACK COLLEGE ATHLETICS
The commissioners of the four National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) conferences comprised of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) announced today the creation of the HBC4Us Association, a landmark alliance dedicated to protecting the integrity, legacy, cultural value, and competitiveness of HBCU athletic programs.
MEAC/SWAC Kickoff Challenge Sets Stage for Historic Showdown
The anticipation was palpable as coaches and athletic directors from North Carolina Central University and Southern University gathered for the MEAC/SWAC Kickoff Challenge press conference, setting the stage for what promises to be an electrifying clash on August 23, 2025, in Atlanta.
Jackson State Tigers Make the Celebration Bowl to Battle South Carolina State
The Celebration Bowl isn't just a game—it's a cultural moment where athletic excellence meets historical legacy. Two conference champions will battle for more than a trophy.
They BRAGG Different | FAMU Wins First Home Game 22-18
Coming into tonight’s game, the topic of discussion was whether the Rattlers could continue their current winning streak at Bragg Memorial. The running statement is that they do not lose at Bragg, and even though they consider every stadium "Bragg," everyone knows that protecting the home field is the main objective.
Slow start, Strong Finish- FAMU Rattlers win the MEAC/ SWAC Kickoff Challenge
MEAC/SWAC Kickoff Challenge hosted at Centre Parc Stadium in Atlanta, GA kicked off at 7:43 pm. The time was now to prove who would take home the trophy at the end of the night. Both teams with much to prove came out ready to go- it was Florida A&M against Norfolk State.
MEAC Football Media Day 2024: Setting the Scene
The scene was set, the MEAC Football Media Day was upon us in Norfolk, VA, at the Hilton Main, where the beach was visible and clear. Despite a brief visit from the rain, the day carried on without a hitch. The Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference had announced the student-athletes set to participate in the league’s annual MEAC Football Media Day on Tuesday, July 23, at 12:00 pm EST.