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Howard Lady Bison dispatched Norfolk State, 53-46, to win the 2026 MEAC Women’s Basketball Tournament Championship title at Scope Arena in Norfolk, Virginia.

Norfolk State Spartans News / ESPN / March 14

Howard women top Norfolk State to win MEAC

Howard defeated Norfolk State 53-46 on Saturday to claim the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference championship for the first time since 2022.

Norfolk State Spartans News / 5 GOATs / March 10

Michael Vick talks starring in new BET docuseries, lessons learned as Norfolk State head coach

Michael Vick became the head coach of the Norfolk State football team last year, and his first season is featured in a new BET docuseries, The Coach Vick Experience.

Michael Vick, Norfolk State announce 2026 schedule

Michael Vick and Norfolk State have officially unveiled their 2026 football schedule. Following a 1-11, with the only win coming against Division II contender and rival Virginia State University, the Spartans look to turn the corner and emerge as a contender in the MEAC.

Norfolk State Spartans News / FCS Football on SI / February 16

2026 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Norfolk State RB Kevon King

Kevon King has been a workhorse for Norfolk State since 2022, seeing action in over 40 games in the past four seasons. He ended his career with over 2,300 rushing yards and 20 touchdowns, which included two All-MEAC campaigns.

Norfolk State Spartans News / HBCUs on SI / October 31

DeSean Jackson & Delaware State Wins First Battle Vs. Michael Vick & Norfolk State

Delaware State utilized its powerful rushing attack, totaling 160 yards in the second half, to defeat Norfolk State, 27-20, in Vick-Jackson Bowl I. Kaiden

Norfolk State Spartans News / HBCUs on SI / October 31

Delaware State's Rushing Attack Explodes In 2nd Half For Victory Over Norfolk State

Delaware State utilized its powerful rushing attack, totaling 160 yards in the second half, to defeat Norfolk State, 27-20, in Vick-Jackson Bowl I. Kaiden

Norfolk State Spartans News / HBCUs on SI / October 22

Michael Vick Confirms Staff Changes, Reaffirms Spartans' Focus Ahead Of MEAC Opener

Spartans' head Coach Michael Vick met with the media following Norfolk State's (1-6) bye week, addressing the team's mindset, recent coaching staff changes, and renewed focus heading into Saturday's homecoming game against South Carolina State (4-3) at Dick Price Stadium.

Norfolk State Spartans News / Sporting News / September 27

Michael Vick demands ‘pride’ after Norfolk State drops third straight game

Norfolk State led 13–0 at halftime, but Wagner stormed back with 18 unanswered points.

College Football News / Yardbarker / September 16

Why Vick isn't a fit for Virginia Tech job — at least, not yet

Why Michael Vick isn't a fit for Virginia Tech head-coaching job — at least, not yet

Vick became the head coach at Norfolk State this past offseason.

Virginia Tech head coach candidates ranked from least to most likely

Two big-name college football programs fire head coaches

The 25 greatest dual-threat college quarterbacks from the 21st century

The 'NFL QB seven rushing-TD seasons' quiz

Norfolk State Spartans News / Athlon Sports / June 20

Norfolk State Football Ticket Prices Surge 82% Ahead of Michael Vick’s Debut

It’s a new day for Norfolk State football, and fans are paying the price. Literally. With NFL icon Michael Vick taking the reins as head coach, Norfolk State University has ushered in what it’s calling a “new investment in excellence.” But for loyal Spartan supporters, the most immediate change isn’t in the playbook, it’s at the box office.

Norfolk State Spartans News / Athlon Sports / April 20

Michael Vick reflects on Norfolk State spring game debut

Michael Vick has taken the field plenty of times in his life — but this time, it was different. As the newly minted head coach of Norfolk State, Vick stepped into a new chapter, leading his team through their first public showing of the season: the Spartans’ spring game.

Norfolk State Spartans News / Athlon Sports / April 19

Michael Vick’s Norfolk State debut draws hometown legends

It felt more like a celebration than a spring game. Michael Vick’s first appearance as Norfolk State head coach turned Dick Price Stadium into the epicenter of 757 sports culture Saturday, drawing out hometown legends, HBCU faithful, and a community that’s ready to rally behind the Spartans and Vick.

Larry Vickers News / HBCUs on SI / March 23

Larry Vickers Leaves Norfolk State To Become Auburn Women's Basketball's Head Coach

Larry Vickers, who has spent the past decade at Norfolk State leading the women’s basketball program to unprecedented heights, including three consecutive conference championships and NCAA Tournament appearances, has been named Auburn’s head women’s basketball coach, Athletics Director John Cohen announced Sunday.

Norfolk State Spartans News / College Football News / March 20

Florida vs Norfolk State Prediction, Preview & Odds: NCAA Tournament First Round

Florida is fantastic. It doesn’t have the star power of Auburn, and it never seemed to receive the attention of Alabama or Tennessee, but when things are working right its a dominant team that just doesn’t stop.

Watch: Norfolk State slams door on Morgan State with insane back-to-back dunks

Norfolk State's Christian Ings found the most emphatic way to ice his team's 69-60 win over MEAC rival Morgan State on Monday night, slamming back-to-back dunks in the final minutes of regulation.

No. 15 Michigan-Nebraska was the most horrific CBB game this season

Watch: Texas Tech fan drains putt, celebrates with Patrick Mahomes

Five takeaways from AP Top 25 men's basketball poll

The best 1-seed vs 16-seed games of all time

The 'Active NBA players from the 2018 NCAA Sweet Sixteen teams' quiz

College Basketball News / Field Level Media / December 31, 2024

Chaz Lanier helps No. 1 Tennessee dominate Norfolk State, remain unbeaten

Chaz Lanier scored 24 points and top-ranked Tennessee never trailed during a win over Norfolk State.

Ranking the NCAA men's tournament champions since 1990

The 'Men's AP Player of the Year winners' quiz

Norfolk State Spartans News / HBCUs on SI / December 17, 2024

Michael Vick Confirms He Is The New Head Coach Of Norfolk State

HOUSTON — Michael Vick confirmed via a social media post that he's will be Norfolk State's head football coach. "It's an honor to announce that I'll be the new head coach of Norfolk State University...looking forward to coming back home..." Norfolk State University will reportedly name Michael Vick, the Spartans' new head football coach.

Norfolk State Spartans News / CFB-HQ on SI / December 17, 2024

Michael Vick to become Norfolk State head coach: report

Michael Vick is the latest surprising name in college football’s coaching carousel this cycle, as the former NFL quarterback is set to become the next head coach at Norfolk State, according to The Virginian Pilot’s David Teel and Michael Sauls.