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Florida State closed off its preseason with a game against Florida A&M on Sunday afternoon. They gave fans some hope with a great showing against Alabama in the first exhibition game 10 days ago, and this was a great way to tune up against another Division 1 team before the season starts on November 4th.

NBA News / HBCUs on SI / October 8

Florida A&M Names Michael Smith Interim Director of Athletics

Florida A&M University announces the appointment of Michael Smith, associate vice president for finance and administration, to serve as interim director of Athletics, effective Monday, Oct.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / September 19

Q&A with Heisman Winner Charlie Ward on Arch Manning, College QB Play, FSU

Charlie Ward knew what Arch Manning was going through when the boo birds started to chirp at Darrell K. Royal last week. Texas went on to win the game against UTEP, but the Longhorns' home crowd had already expressed its displeasure with its quarterback's play.

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College Basketball News / NCAA Basketball on ClutchPoints / September 11

Charlie Ward, Florida A&M to play game against Florida State

Charlie Ward is set to begin his tenure at Florida A&M with an exhibition against his alma mater, Florida State. Per a report by the Tallahassee Democrat, the two Tallahassee-based hoops programs will face off in an exhibition game on October 26th.

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The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars

The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.

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The 25 greatest players in Florida State football history

Making a condensed list of the best players in Florida State football history can be challenging. We gave it a go, featuring 25 of the greatest players to grace any college gridiron.

NBA News / HBCUs on SI / June 10

Angela Suggs: Florida A&M's Athletic Director Releases A Statement On Charges, Arrest

Angela Suggs, the Vice President and Director of Athletics at Florida A&M University issued a statement on social media regarding the charges that led to her arrest.

NBA News / HBCUs on SI / June 10

Angela Suggs Update: Florida A&M Reports On The Athletic Director's Status

Angela Suggs, the Athletic Director at Florida A&M University, is currently facing legal challenges. She was arrested on June 10, 2025, on charges of fraud and theft related to her previous role as CEO of the Florida Sports Foundation.

NBA News / HBCUs on SI / June 9

Florida A&M Athletic Director Angela Suggs Faces Serious Charges In Florida

Angela Suggs, the vice president and director of athletics at Florida A&M University, has voluntarily cooperated with authorities regarding charges against her.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / May 10

Charlie Ward sparks major buzz as he lands JUCO All-American for FAMU

The Charlie Ward era at Florida A&M is off to a fast—and promising—start. Less than a month into his tenure as head coach of FAMU men’s basketball, Ward has made his first major move, securing the commitment of Devere Palmer Jr., a 2024-25 NJCAA Division I All-American forward from Monroe College.

NBA News / Florida State Seminoles on SI / May 10

Son of FSU Legend to play for Charlie Ward at FAMU

The NCAA Transfer Portal has created unprecedented movement across college athletics with thousands of players changing programs each year. That can also lead to some pretty cool stories.

NBA News / Florida State Seminoles on SI / April 22

With heart and history, FSU Legend Charlie Ward steps into role at FAMU

It was an emotional moment for former Florida State star and New York Knicks' point guard Chalrie Ward as he donned a Florida A&M baseball cap while stepping up to the podium.

NBA News / HBCUs on SI / April 21

Born A Rattler: Charlie Ward's Speaks On Family Legacy And Vision For FAMU Basketball

Florida A&M's hiring of Charlie Ward Jr. may impact HBCU basketball significantly this season. Without the gift of prophecy, it's hard to predict how his hiring will translate into wins for the Rattlers in the next few years.

NBA News / HBCUs on SI / April 20

Florida A&M Sets Charlie Ward's Introductory Press Conference For Monday

Angela Suggs, Florida A&M University's Director of Athletics, will officially introduce Charlie Ward as the 16th head coach of the Rattlers' men's basketball program.

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NBA News / Athlon Sports / April 17

Charlie Ward’s Florida A&M contract details

Could Florida A&M basketball’s next chapter be written by a Heisman Trophy winner? According to the latest contract details, the answer is yes—and the Rattlers are betting big on Charlie Ward.

NBA News / HBCUs on SI / April 16

Charlie Ward Set To Join Florida A&M As The Rattlers New Head Basketball Coach

Florida A&M University has reportedly made an offer to former Florida State University Heisman Trophy winner and NBA player Charlie Ward. On Tuesday, Abreon Scott (also known as OffScript) reported that Ward was the school's target to fill the vacancy left by Coach Patrick Crarey, who accepted the same position at Grambling State.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / April 16

Former Heisman Trophy winner to become college basketball coach

A former Heisman Trophy winner is set to become the new head basketball coach at Florida A&M. Charlie Ward, a former Florida State quarterback and longtime NBA point guard, is taking the Florida A&M job, according to Pete Thamel of ESPN.

NBA News / The Spun / April 16

Former Heisman Trophy Winner Hired As Division I Basketball Head Coach

Former Heisman Trophy winner and NBA point guard Charlie Ward is set to lead his own college basketball program. Ward, a two-sport star at Florida State before an 11-year career in the NBA, is finalizing a deal to become the new head men's basketball coach at Florida A&M, according to ESPN's Pete Thamel.