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NORFOLK, Va. — At a time when many college football programs are doing away with spring games altogether, Norfolk State pulled out all the stops for its intrasquad scrimmage.

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.

NFL News / HBCUs on SI / April 19

NBA Legend Allen Iverson Joins Sports Stars At Norfolk State's Spring Game

The Michael Vick era kicked off this afternoon at William "Dick" Price Stadium on the campus of Norfolk State University. Coach Vick, the coaching staff, and football players concluded the Spartans' Spring practice in front of excited spectators. "It was good to see," Vick said.

Norfolk State Spartans News / Athlon Sports / April 18

Michael Vick’s BET docuseries showcases landing at Norfolk State

What happens when one of the most electrifying athletes in football history returns home—not to play, but to lead? BET is answering that question with its newly greenlit docuseries spotlighting Michael Vick’s first season as head coach at Norfolk State University.

Norfolk State Spartans News / Athlon Sports / April 15

HBCU in shock as Norfolk State star goes undrafted in 2025 WNBA Draft

It was supposed to be a celebration. Instead, it became a stunning silence. Diamond Johnson, the Norfolk State star who lit up the MEAC with her scoring, defense, and leadership, watched the 2025 WNBA Draft come and go without hearing her name.

College Basketball News / HBCUs on SI / April 13

Norfolk State Star Kierra Wheeler Flips Commitment From Auburn To West Virginia

Norfolk State's senior power forward and HBCU women's basketball star, Kierra Wheeler, announced via social media she has committed to the West Virginia

Norfolk State Spartans News / Athlon Sports / April 11

Auburn Loses Top Transfer Just Hours After Her Commitment

In a stunning turn of events, Norfolk State transfer Kierra Wheeler sent shockwaves through the women’s college basketball world, with a commitment to

Larry Vickers News / HBCUs on SI / April 2

Larry Vickers Receives 2025 Kay Yow National Coach Of The Year Award

Former Norfolk State’s women's basketball coach Larry Vickers is the recipient of the 2025 Kay Yow National Coach of the Year award. The award is presented annually to the top head coach in Women’s division I college basketball, who embodies a winning spirit while displaying great character, on and off the court.

Norfolk State Spartans News / Athlon Sports / March 29

Michael Vick is a 'difference maker' at Norfolk State

The buzz surrounding Michael Vick’s debut as head coach of Norfolk State’s football program reached a fever pitch on the first day of spring practice, and he didn’t disappoint.

Larry Vickers News / Athlon Sports / March 24

Auburn lands top HBCU women’s head basketball coach

Auburn has hired Norfolk State coach Larry Vickers to be its women’s basketball coach, per an announcement on Sunday. Vickers led his team to consecutive Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference championships and NCAA Tournament appearances during the last three seasons.

Larry Vickers News / Athlon Sports / March 23

Auburn Names Next Head Coach for Women's Basketball

Auburn has officially found its next women's basketball coach after the program announced it had hired Larry Vickers to the position Sunday. Vickers will step up in the place of Johnnie Harris, who the Tigers parted ways with one day after Auburn fell 60-50 to the Florida Gators in the first round of the Southeastern Conference tournament.

College Basketball News / 5 GOATs / March 20

Norfolk State vs. Florida: Current line, win probability, final score prediction in NCAA Tournament matchup

Florida and Norfolk State are set to meet in a 1 vs. 16 matchup in the West Region. The game will kick off the NCAA Tournament for both teams on Friday night.

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.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / March 15

Watch: SC State's gaffe sends Norfolk State to Big Dance

Watch: SC State's gaffe sends Norfolk State to men's NCAA Tournament

An excruciating South Carolina State mental error allowed Norfolk State to clinch the Mid-Eastern American Conference (MEAC)'s NCAA Tournament auto-bid on Saturday.

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Norfolk State Spartans News / HBCUs on SI / March 13

Norfolk State's Wheeler And Johnson Lead Spartans To Victory In MEAC Opener

NORFOLK, VA – Top-seeded Norfolk State advanced to the semifinals of the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) Women’s Basketball Tournament with an 81-55 victory over eighth-seeded South Carolina State Wednesday at the Scope Arena.

Norfolk State Spartans News / HBCUs on SI / March 8

2025 MEAC Men's Basketball: Spartans Set To Defend Home Court In Tournament

The Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) has released its men's pairings for the 2025 MEAC Basketball Tournament, which will be held March 12-15 at the Scope Arena in Norfolk, Va.

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.

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College Basketball News / Field Level Media / December 31

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.

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Norfolk State Spartans News / Back in the Day NBA on SI / December 24

NBA Great Shows Support For New Norfolk State Coach Michael Vick

If anybody knows about second-chances, it's NBA legend Allen Iverson. So it came as no surprise Iverson showed full support when former NFL quarterback Michael Vick was recently named coach for the Norfolk State football team.

Norfolk State Spartans News / The Spun / December 17

Norfolk State Has Message For Media After Reportedly Hiring Michael Vick

Michael Vick will begin his coaching career at Norfolk State, according to David Teel of The Virginian-Pilot. The former NFL quarterback has been linked to two job openings in the past few days. It was previously reported that Norfolk State had a meeting with Vick.

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