Allen Media Group’s HBCU GO, the nation’s leading media platform for HBCU sports, charges into Week Eleven with two matchups stacked with rivalries, redemption arcs, and regional bragging rights. From Pine Bluff to Richmond, fans are in for explosive competition and the unmistakable pageantry that defines HBCU football.
The action begins at 1 PM ET on TheGrio Cable Network and HBCUGO.tv, where Virginia State and Virginia Union meet at Hovey Field in Richmond for a marquee CIAA rivalry showdown. Jordan Kent (play-by-play), Greg Coleman (analyst), and Nia Symone (sideline reporter) lead the coverage, bringing viewers every drive, every hit, and every halftime moment.
At 3 PM ET, the spotlight shifts to Simmons Bank Field in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, as Florida A&M University battles University of Arkansas–Pine Bluff in a pivotal SWAC matchup airing across local syndication and HBCUGO.tv. The broadcast team features James Hadnot (play-by-play), Steve Wyche (color analyst), and Lawrencia Moten (sideline reporter).
HBCU GO is also expanding its mid-season lineup with a new original series, X’s & O’s, the ultimate HBCU football sports podcast. This groundbreaking collaboration brings together some of the most influential voices in college sports on one platform for the first time. Each week, the show delivers bold analysis, culturally grounded storytelling, and an unapologetic energy that captures the spirit of HBCU football. X’s & O’s airs Saturdays at 2 PM ET.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 8 – WEEK ELEVEN
GAME 1: VIRGINIA STATE UNIVERSITY vs. VIRGINIA UNION UNIVERSITY
Network: TheGrio Cable Network & HBCUGO.tv
Location: Hovey Field, 1000 E. Leigh Street, Richmond, VA 23223
Time: 1 PM ET / 12 PM CT
Talent: Jordan Kent (Play-by-Play), Greg Coleman (Analyst), Nia Symone (Sideline Reporter)
This is the rivalry in the CIAA. Virginia State heads to Richmond looking to end Virginia Union’s perfect conference run. The teams split last year’s matchups: VSU won the regular season showdown 35–28, but VUU avenged the loss in the CIAA Championship.
It’s also a battle of elite offenses. Virginia State leads the CIAA in passing (278.8 yards per game), while Virginia Union dominates on the ground (333.2 yards per game) behind Curtis Allen, the league’s top rusher. Expect fireworks, heavy hitting, and the electric halftime energy only HBCU band culture can deliver.
GAME 2: FLORIDA A&M UNIVERSITY vs. UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS–PINE BLUFF
Network: Syndication & HBCUGO.tv
Location: Simmons Bank Field, 1960 Oliver Rd., Pine Bluff, AR 71601
Time: 3 PM ET / 2 PM CT
Talent: James Hadnot (Play-by-Play), Steve Wyche (Color Analyst), Lawrencia Moten (Sideline Reporter)
Florida A&M fights to keep its SWAC title hopes alive against a determined UAPB squad defending its home turf. FAMU’s explosive offense, powered by sharp quarterback play and veteran leadership, clashes with a Golden Lions defense hungry to make a statement. Fans can expect big plays, band battles, and the kind of atmosphere that makes HBCU Saturdays truly unforgettable.
VICTORY FORMATION
Each week, fans can dive deeper with VICTORY FORMATION, hosted by respected sports journalist and HBCU advocate Jeff Lightsy Jr. This 30-minute weekly series explores rivalries, culture, and the people shaping HBCU athletics, airing every Saturday through November 22nd. This week’s special guest is Jacqie McWilliams Parker, Commissioner of the CIAA, joining Jeff for a conversation on the legacy and evolution of CIAA football, its national impact, and the future of one of the most storied conferences in HBCU sports.
HOW TO WATCH
Fans can catch the action across multiple platforms:
- Broadcast syndication in major TV markets including New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Philadelphia, Dallas, Atlanta, and more. Viewers should check local listings.
- National coverage on theGrio Television Network.
- Streaming access through the HBCU GO mobile app, HBCU.tv, and free platforms like Local Now, plus availability on the Armed Forces Network and FanDuel TV.
Don’t miss a moment of the energy, tradition, and excellence that define HBCU football. For more information, visit HBCUGO.tv.
HBCU GO continues to set the bar for celebrating the rich culture and fierce competition of HBCU sports. Learn more at HBCUGO.tv or follow the network on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and Instagram. To find viewing options and download the free app, visit HBCUGO.tv/howtowatch.
