Florida A&M head coach Willie Simmons made it known in his weekly press conference Tuesday that FAMU is in control of its own destiny. The Rattlers will host the Morgan State Bears this week after coming off of a much-needed bye and look to remain undefeated in the Mid-Eastern Athletic […]
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Tallahassee mourns sports administrative icon Roosevelt Wilson
Roosevelt Wilson (left) The city of Tallahassee mourns the loss of the legendary former Florida A&M University athletics director, sports information director and journalism professor Roosevelt Wilson, who died at age 78, on Sunday. Wilson was a perfectionist and strived for excellence according to those who knew him. He was […]
MEAC Round-up
Your weekly news from around the MEAC! Photo courtesy of MEACsports.com This week the MEAC showcased that not everything is about the game and that these student-athletes are still a vital part of their community. After the effects of Hurricane Michael, the Florida A&M Football team took to the streets […]
DB Herman Jackson wins MEAC Rookie of the Week
Freshman defensive back Herman Jackson taking the field against Savannah State University. Photo courtesy of FAMU athletics Anyone who watched the Florida A&M football team take on the North Carolina A&T Aggies this year likely knows about Herman Jackson. A freshman defensive back, who has been heating up the football field […]
Rattlers volleyball team secures win over Bulldogs
Senior Volleyball player Valentina Carrasco prepares her serve. Photo By: FAMU Athletics The Florida A&M Lady Rattlers volleyball team effortlessly snagged the win Monday with a 3-0 (25-13, 25-9, 25-19) victory over the South Carolina State Bulldogs. This marks the fourth win of the season for the team and the Lady Rattlers […]
Sports column: Black athletes defy stereotypes
Lebron James' instagram post stating," I am more than an athlete." Photo credit: Lebron James After an emotional loss for Serena Williams during the U.S. Open final, a cartoon spread over social media that portrayed her as a masculine, monstrous character with oversized features. The disgusting image resembles images from […]
Simmons talks victory and vision during MEAC teleconference.
FAMU coach Willie Simmons on the sideline in a home game against Norfolk State. Sydne Vigille | The FAMUAN Coming off a momentous win in Week 7 against North Carolina A&T, coach Willie Simmons remained humble and focused in the MEAC sports week 8 teleconference. Florida A&M is ranked No. […]
Sports Column: The Florida A&M Rattlers are the best team in the MEAC
The Rattlers celebrating after defeating Norfolk State 17-0 Sydne Vigille | The FAMUAN Coming off of a 22-21 comeback win on Saturday against the 10th ranked Aggies of North Carolina A&T and their fourth win in a row, the Rattlers are proving that their 4-0 record in Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference […]
FAMU football players conquer through hardships of Hurricane Michael
Running back Azende Rey running his route against Fort Valley State on Sept 1. Sydne Viglle | The Famuan The devastation of Hurricane Michael affected numerous individuals in the Tallahassee area, but it is safe to say that the Florida A&M football team persevered through adversity by successfully competing despite the […]
FAMUAN Player of the week: Chad Hunter
FAMU receiver Chad Hunter preparing to return a punt against Norfolk State. Sydne Vigille | The FAMUAN In a highly anticipated conference matchup between the Florida A&M Rattlers and the North Carolina Aggies, Chad Hunter contributed 105 yards on eight receptions and a touchdown to lead FAMU’s comeback from a […]