In this episode of The Gathering of Old Men Podcast, the crew dives into some of the biggest storylines across HBCU sports, from women’s basketball making history to the latest developments in SWAC athletics.
The show begins with a discussion about the historic postseason moment for Norfolk State Spartans women's basketball after earning a No. 13 seed in the 2025 NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament. The guys break down what this milestone means for the program, the growth of HBCU women’s basketball, and whether Norfolk State is setting the standard for other HBCU programs trying to compete nationally.
Next, the conversation shifts to the excitement surrounding the 2025 SWAC Men's Basketball Tournament and 2025 SWAC Women's Basketball Tournament. The panel discusses the biggest performances, surprise teams, and which programs proved they are ready to contend for championships year after year. Programs like Jackson State Tigers men's basketball, Alabama State Hornets men's basketball, and Southern Jaguars women's basketball are all part of the debate as the crew analyzes the future of SWAC basketball and which teams could make noise nationally.
Finally, the episode wraps with a look ahead to the gridiron as the hosts discuss rumors and speculation around coaching movement in Southwestern Athletic Conference football. With powerhouse programs like Florida A&M Rattlers football, Jackson State Tigers football, and Prairie View A&M Panthers football continuing to battle for conference dominance, the crew debates which coaches could be on the move and how the transfer portal and NIL are reshaping HBCU football.
If you’re an HBCU sports fan, this episode delivers strong opinions, insight, and real talk about the direction of SWAC athletics and HBCU sports as a whole.
Topics Covered: 🏀 Norfolk State women making NCAA Tournament history 🏀 SWAC Basketball Tournament breakdown and standout teams 🏈 SWAC football coaching rumors and offseason storylines 🎙 Honest conversations about the future of HBCU athletics
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