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HOUSTON, TX -- Texas Southern University became a headliner with the news in early April when former head coach Johnny Jones departed the men’s basketball team to return to Louisiana State University as an assistant under Will Wade, leaving Shyrone Chatman to ponder his career and future.

Texas Southern Tigers News / HBCUs on SI / June 3

Texas Southern University Hires DHR Global to Conduct Men's Basketball Coach Search

HOUSTON — Texas Southern University has hired a national search firm to recruit the next men's head basketball coach, a position considered one of SWAC's most coveted jobs.

Texas Southern athletics legend passes away at 81

The SWAC and Texas Southern University are mourning the loss of an athletic legend. Long-time Texas Southern trainer John ‘Doc’ Harvey has passed away at the age of 81, per a release by the institution.

Texas Southern Tigers News / HBCUs on SI / June 2

John 'Doc' Harvey: SWAC and Texas Southern Hall of Famer Dies at 81

For 41 years, John “Doc” Harvey was the enduring presence in Texas Southern University’s training room, caring for Tigers athletes and establishing bonds that existed for years.

College Basketball News / HBCUs on SI / April 23

Texas Southern Engages Search Firm in Men's Basketball Coach Hunt

HOUSTON — Texas Southern University has launched a national search for its next men's basketball head coach, hiring a nationally recognized search firm to lead the process—a key step for an administration still stabilizing after a coaching departure and an empty athletic director's office.

College Basketball News / HBCUs on SI / April 22

Former Texas Southern Assistant Coach John Jones Hired by UTRGV

HOUSTON — John Jones, former assistant coach at Texas Southern University, is now the director of basketball operations at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, staying in Texas.

College Basketball News / HBCUs on SI / April 9

Texas Southern University Names Interim Head Basketball Coach, Releases Statement

HOUSTON - After eight seasons as head coach for Texas Southern, Johnny Jones will return to LSU for another stint with his alma mater, joining Will Wade’s staff as an assistant coach.

Texas Southern Tigers News / HBCUs on SI / April 7

Johnny Jones Confirms Leaving Texas Southern for LSU

HOUSTON — Johnny Jones is leaving Texas Southern. HBCU Legends received direct confirmation from Jones Tuesday that he is departing the Texas Southern program to join Will Wade's staff at LSU as an assistant coach, ending weeks of speculation and bringing a significant chapter of HBCU basketball to a close.

Texas Southern Tigers News / HBCUs on SI / March 31

Johnny Jones Says 'Nothing Is Concrete,' Confirms LSU Discussions

HOUSTON — Texas Southern University finds itself in a state of purgatory. Reports emerged in recent days that longtime Tigers head basketball coach Johnny Jones was departing the program to join the staff of new LSU head coach Will Wade.

Texas Southern Tigers News / HBCUs on SI / March 30

Johnny Jones Has Not Resigned From TSU, Yet a Move to LSU Staff Could Make Sense

EDITOR'S NOTE: HBCU Legends has learned Johnny Jones is a probable candidate for Will Wade's LSU staff. As of publication, Jones remains at Texas Southern, and LSU has not extended an official offer.

Texas Southern Tigers News / HBCUs on SI / March 30

Johnny Jones Has Not Resigned From TSU, Yet a Move to LSU Staff Could Makes Sense

EDITOR'S NOTE: HBCU Legends has learned Johnny Jones is a probable candidate for Will Wade's LSU staff. As of publication, Jones remains at Texas Southern, and LSU has not extended an official offer.

Texas Southern Tigers News / FCS Football on SI / March 29

FCS Football Recruiting Roundup: Texas Southern & McNeese Offer A Pair Of Texas HS Standouts

Welcome to another edition of the FCS Football Central Recruiting Roundup. With recruits going to spring practice and junior days, offers are going out fast.

Texas Southern Tigers News / HBCUs on SI / March 12

SWAC Tournament Game Preview: Tigers Look to Stay Hot as Bulldogs Seek Revenge

HOUSTON — The SWAC Basketball Tournament doesn't forgive sentiment. It doesn't reward history. It only rewards who shows up ready to fight — and right now, the Texas Southern Tigers believe that's them.

Texas Southern Tigers News / HBCUs on SI / March 7

Conquer More: TSU Lady Tigers' Resilience Shines Ahead of SWAC Tournament

HOUSTON — The Lady Tigers’ season has been about more than wins and losses; it has tested their resolve, trust, and ability to stay connected through setbacks.

Texas Southern Tigers News / HBCUs on SI / March 6

Prairie View A&M Sweeps Texas Southern 70-59, Claims 8th Seed in SWAC Tournament

HOUSTON, Tx. — Prairie View A&M completed a season sweep of rival Texas Southern with a 70-59 victory Thursday at H&PE Arena, as guard Dontae Horne delivered an explosive offensive performance of 26 points and Cory Wells added 20 points to set the tone for the Panthers.

Robert Jones News / HBCUs on SI / February 24

HBCU Basketball Coaches Hit Major Career Milestones

HOUSTON — Three of the best HBCU basketball coaches—Johnny Jones, Robert Jones, and Bo Browder—have recorded historic career milestones over the past week.

Texas Southern Tigers News / HBCUs on SI / February 23

Texas Southern Wins Third Straight SWAC Indoor Track & Field Championship, Captures 13th Overall Title

HOUSTON - Texas Southern University continued to build on its growing dynasty, capturing its 13th overall and third consecutive SWAC Indoor Track & Field Championship at the Birmingham CrossPlex on Sunday, Feb.

College Basketball News / HBCUs on SI / February 15

Texas Southern Outlasts Grambling State, Closes Strong In Tight SWAC Battle

HOUSTON — After a hard-fought 82-79 victory against Grambling State Tigers (11-13, 5-6 SWAC), Coach Johnny Jones, Jordan Gorecki, and Bryce Roberts of the Texas Southern Tigers (8-15, 6-6 SWAC) shared their insights in a postgame interview.

Texas Southern Tigers News / HBCUs on SI / January 31

SWAC Basketball: Holmes Scores 34 As Texas Southern Tops Prairie View In Rivalry Game

PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas — Texas Southern guard Daeja Holmes scored a game-high 34 points, leading the Lady Tigers to a 72–63 road victory over Prairie View A&M on Saturday night in a Southwestern Athletic Conference matchup at William J.

NFL News / HBCUs on SI / January 25

Texas Southern Adds Former Southern, Jackson State QB Cam’Ron McCoy

HOUSTON — Texas Southern and Coach Cris Dishman added experience to its quarterback room Sunday with the commitment of Cam’Ron McCoy, who announced his decision on social media.

Texas Southern Tigers News / HBCUs on SI / January 23

Kevin Johnson: Former Texas Southern, NFL Defensive Lineman Dies At 55

Former Texas Southern and NFL defensive lineman Kevin Johnson lost his life earlier this week in Los Angeles, authorities said, with the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner ruling his death a homicide.

HBCU basketball players connected to FBI gambling indictment

Twenty-four former college basketball players involved in a point-shaving scheme have been indicted by the FBI, per a report by ESPN. The case has an HBCU connection: among the 29 games and 17 programs affected by the scheme, North Carolina A&T, Mississippi Valley State, Delaware State, Alabama State, and Texas Southern were involved.

Texas Southern Tigers News / FCS Football on SI / December 13, 2023

Texas Southern Expected To Name Fred McNair As Next Head Football Coach

Texas Southern is expected to announce Fred McNair as the next head football coach for the Tigers. The news was first reported by HBCU Sports on Wednesday. The university announced that former head coach Clarence McKinney would not return after a disappointing 3-8 season.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / March 15, 2022

Texas Southern wins First Four game to make 64-team bracket

Texas Southern wins another First Four game to make 64-team bracket

The Texas Southern Tigers beat Texas A&M-CC on Tuesday, 76-67, to advance past the First Four round of the NCAA Tournament for the second straight season and the third time in six years.

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College Basketball News / Yardbarker / December 6, 2021

Gator raid! Winless Texas Southern upsets No. 20 Florida

Texas Southern basketball started its season 0-7, but got its first win of the year by upsetting the No. 20 Florida Gators, 69-54, in Gainesville, Fla.

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