May 9, 2013
POUGH SET TO MAKE NFL IMPRESSION
Former Howard University football juggernaut Keith Pough is continues to make rise about the heard, as the Buffalo Bills name Pough as the top undrafted defensive playmaker that you can find.
May 1, 2013
TICKETS FOR AT&T NATIONS FOOTBALL CLASSIC GO ON SALE FRIDAY
With kick-off to the 2013 Howard Football season 92 days away, now is the time to prepare for the Nation’s Capital opening event, the third Annual AT&T Nation’s Football Classic®, hosted by Events DC. Tickets for the Saturday, Sept. 7 event against Morehouse College go on sale Friday, May 3 at 10:00 a.m.
April 30, 2013
POUGH AGREES TO TERMS WITH BUFFALO BILLS
Howard University standout Keith Pough joins 16 undrafted rookie free agents, who have agreed to terms with the Buffalo Bills on Monday, April 29.
April 13, 2013
Howard Defense Dominates In Spring Game
Taking advantage of some key injuries on the offense, the Howard defense turned in a dominating performance, posting a 41-7 win in the Annual Howard University Spring game at Greene Stadium.
April 12, 2013
Howard Annual Spring Game on Saturday
The Howard University football team will close out its spring practice on Saturday with the Annual Spring game at 1 pm in Greene Stadium. The spring game will feature a point system that rewards the defense with points for turnovers, sacks and tackles for losses. The offense will get its points off touchdowns and field goals. All PATs, field goals and punts will be done without a rush.
March 11, 2013
Howard Football Coach Takes Personal Leave for 2013 Season
Head Football Coach Gary Harrell will take a personal leave of absence for the 2013 season. The University has named Associate Head Coach and Defensive Coordinator Rayford Petty as interim head coach for the upcoming season.
February 8, 2013
COACH HARRELL TO BE HONORED AS COACH OF THE YEAR
Howard University head football coach Gary “Flea” Harrell has been named the Local College Coach of the year by the DC Touchdown Club.
February 6, 2013
NATIONAL FOOTBALL SIGNING DAY 2013 HOWARD EDITION
At the top of the 10:00 a.m. hour, the Howard University football team announces the following new members to the 2013 HU Bison football squad.
February 6, 2013
NATIONAL FOOTBALL SIGNING DAY 2013 HOWARD EDITION
At the top of the 9:00 a.m. hour, the Howard University football team announces the following new members to the 2013 HU Bison football squad.
February 6, 2013
NATIONAL FOOTBALL SIGNING DAY 2013 HOWARD EDITION
At the top of the 11:00 a.m. hour, the Howard University football team announces the following new members to the 2013 HU Bison football squad.
February 6, 2013
NATIONAL FOOTBALL SIGNING DAY 2013 HOWARD EDITION
At the top of the 4:00 p.m. hour, the Howard University football team announces the following new members to the 2013 HU Bison football squad.
February 6, 2013
HOWARD CONCLUDES THE 2013 NATIONAL SIGNING DAY AT 20 SIGNEES
Howard University Head Football Coach Gary “Flea” Harrell concluded his third National Signing Day on Wednesday, Feb. 6 with 18 student-athletes from across the United States of America, while adding additional signees on Thursday, Feb. 7.
January 25, 2013
Pough, Chisholm Receive More Post-Season Honors
The honors continue to roll in for Keith Pough and Damon Greshm-Chisholm.
January 18, 2013
Howard University Announces 2013 Football Schedule
Howard University will kick off the 2013 season on August 31 when it travels to Ypsilanti, MI to take on Eastern Michigan University in third meeting between the two schools. The Bison will then return “home” for the AT&T Nation’s Football Classic against Morehouse on September 7 at RFK Stadium.
January 16, 2013
Steve Wilson Selected to MEAC Hall of Fame Inductees
Former Howard University student athlete and head coach Steve Wilson has been named to the 2013 Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) Hall of Fame.
January 16, 2013
Pough Set To Play in East-West Shrine Bowl
Keith Pough will have his chance to showcase his talent to NFL scouts and a national audience when he plays in the Annual East-West Shrine Bowl at Tropicana Field on Saturday, January 19 at 4 pm. The game will be aired on the NFL Network and will be streamed on www.shrinegame.com.
December 19, 2012
Pough, Greshman-Chisholm Receive More Honors
Keith Pough has been named to the 2012 Boxtorow All America team and Damon Gresham-Chisholm has been selected the Rookie of the Year.
December 11, 2012
Pough Named to The Sports Network FCS All America Second Team
Howard University's Keith Pough has received yet another award as he has been named to the Sports Network 2012 FCS All America second team. This honor comes on the heels of Pough having been selected to play in the 88th Annual East West Shrine Bowl, scheduled for January 19, 2013 at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, Fl.
December 11, 2012
Howard Players Named to the Scout Bowl
Davin Morris, Terrell Hawkins and Malcolm Montgomery have been selected to play in the 2012 Football Championship Subdivision Senior Scout Bowl on Saturday, December 15 at 5 pm in North Myrtle Beach, SC.
December 8, 2012
Pough Selected for East West Shrine Bowl
Howard University’s Keith Pough has been selected to play in the 88th Annual East West Shrine Bowl, scheduled for January 19, 2013 at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, Fl.
November 24, 2012
Pough, Gresham Chisholm Named Players of the Year
Keith Pough has been voted the 2012 Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference Defensive Player of the Year and Damon Gresham Chisholm the MEAC Rookie of the Year as announced by the conference.
November 22, 2012
Leffall named Boxtorow National Player of the Week
Howard running back Terrence Leffall has been named Boxtorow National Player of the Week.
November 22, 2012
Howard’s Leffall, Pough, Fleck, and Gwinner Earn Top Weekly Honors
Terrence Leffall was selected as the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference’s (MEAC) Offensive Player of the Week, Keith Pough, the Defensive Player of the Week, John Fleck the Rookie of the Week and Cory Gwinner the Offensive Lineman of the Week.
November 17, 2012
Howard Comes From Behind To Capture Second Place
Howard University erupted for 35 unanswered point in the second half to come from behind and defeat Delaware State, 41-34 in a thrilling game.
November 11, 2012
Howard Unable to Stop Georgia Southern in Non-Conference Loss
Greg McGhee had his coming out party against Georgia Southern, running for a career-high three TDs and passing for another, but it was not nearly enough to stop Georgia Southern in a 69-26 win over Howard in a non-conference game at Paulsen Stadium.
November 10, 2012
Howard Faces Tough Foe In Georgia Southern
The Howard University football team takes on a tough opponent as it steps out of conference to play nationally ranked Georgia Southern on Saturday in Paulson Stadium.
November 6, 2012
Matthews Named MEAC Offensive Lineman of the Week
Joshusa Matthews graded out at 98-percent of his assignments as he aided Howard to 309 yards of total offense in a win over Hampton. Damon Gresham-Chisholm, Julien David, and Terrence Leffall also cited for their contributions.
November 3, 2012
Leffall Helps Howard Overpower Hampton
Terrence Leffall rushed for a career-high 182 yards and two touchdowns to lead Howard University to a 20-10 win over Hampton University in a Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference game at Greene Stadium. The win improves the Bison’s record to 6-3 and 5-2 in the MEAC while the Pirates fall to 2-6 and 2-4 in the MEAC.
November 2, 2012
BISON EXPRESS DAY ON SATURDAY
Along with Howard University football fans showing who the “Real HU” really is, Saturday’s game against Hampton is also Bison Express Day.
November 1, 2012
Head Football Coach Gary Harrell: Week 10 Blog
Week 10: “Consistency” http://coachgaryharrell.com/consistency/
This week on the Gridiron, Coach Harrell reflects on Saturday’s loss to South Carolina St. and touches on the Howard – Hampton rivalry
October 30, 2012
Gresham Chisholm Named MEAC Rookie of the Week
Damon Gresham-Chisholm has been name the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference Rookie of the Week. Julien David and Terrence Leffall received honorable mention.
October 30, 2012
Howard University to Have Wear Bison Blue Day
The Hampton-Howard University game this coming Saturday has been designated as “Wear Bison Blue” Day.
October 27, 2012
SLOW START, MISSED OPPORTUNITIES DOOM HOWARD IN LOSS TO SC STATE
Howard got off to a slow start, falling behind 27-10 at halftime and then rallying to get within two scores, but in the end missed opportunities proved to be too much to overcome as the Bison fell, 41-23 to South Carolina State University in a Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference game at Oliver Dawson Bulldog Stadium. With the loss, Howard’s chances of winning the conference title has diminished.
October 25, 2012
Head Football Coach Gary Harrell: Week 9 Blog
This week on The Gridiron, Coach Harrell reflects on the homecoming win and how the collective intensity of the entire squad.
October 20, 2012
Howard Capitalizes on Morgan State Miscue To Win
Morgan State failed on a game-tying PAT attempt that allowed Howard University to escape with a 21-20 win over Morgan State.
October 13, 2012
Head Football Coach Gary Harrell: Week 7 Blog
This week on The Gridiron, Coach Harrell expresses his enthusiasm for the outstanding performances of the defense and special teams units.
October 13, 2012
Penalties, Turnovers Plague Howard in Loss To NC A&T
North Carolina A&T returned two interceptions for touchdowns and Howard committed a season-high 17 penalties as the Aggies defeated the Bison, 38-10.
October 11, 2012
HOMECOMING BROADCAST INFORMATION
The Howard Sports Network to broadcast Howard Homecoming game against Morgan State on Saturday, Oct. 20 at 1:00 p.m. at Greene Stadium.
October 8, 2012
Pough Named Co-Defensive Player of the Week
Keith Pough of Howard University has been named the Co-Defensive Player of the Week by the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference.
October 6, 2012
THINK PINK
In support of the National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Howard University Football team has designated the Saturday, Oct. 6 contest against Florida A&M as “Think Pink†Day. The game will kick off at 1:00 p.m. at Greene Stadium in Washington, D.C.
October 6, 2012
Head Football Coach Gary Harrell: Week 6
This week on The Gridiron, Coach Harrell reflects on how well his team is playing as a unit.
October 6, 2012
Howard Defense, Special Teams Combine in Win Over Florida A&M
Howard University parlayed a rugged defense, some outstanding special teams play and the consistent running of Terrence Leffall into a 17-10 in over Florida A&M University in a key Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference game at Greene Stadium.
October 2, 2012
Howard’s Freeman, Johnson and Rollins Earn Top Weekly Honors
Aquanius Freeman of Howard was selected as the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference's (MEAC) Football Offensive Player of the Week, Bradley Bush-Johnson, the Offensive Lineman of the Week and Devin Rollis, the Special Teams player of the week.
September 29, 2012
Howard "Bison" vs. Savannah State "Tigers" Live Stats
WASHINGTON, D.C. (www.howard-bison.com) - Click on the link for a live stats fed of the Saturday, Sept. 29 contest of Howard University versus Savannah State at 1:00 p.m.
September 29, 2012
Howard Grounds Out Easy Win Over Savannah State
Aquanius Freeman rushed for a career-high 212 yards and two touchdowns to lead Howard to an easy 56-9 win over Savannah State University in a Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference game at Greene Stadium.
September 20, 2012
BLOG: HEAD FOOTBALL COACH GARRELL HARRELL
In this week’s blog post, Coach Gary Harrell reflects on the big win against Norfolk State, and the recognition of the Bison program on the national stage.
September 19, 2012
Harrell On Coach's Show
Head Coach Gary "Flea" Harrell will be on WOL 1450 am every Sunday during the football season at 11:30 a.m.
September 19, 2012
HOWARD TO HAVE YOUTH COMMUNITY DAY
Howard University has designated its Saturday, Sept. 29 home football game against Savannah State as “Youth Day.”
September 17, 2012
Tyson, David Receive Honors
Rodney Tyson and Julien David have been recognized for their contributions to the Howard University 37-36 overtime win over Norfolk State University this past Saturday. Tyson was named the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference Special Teams Player of the Week and the College Football Performance Award National Kick Returner of the Week; David was named the College Sports Madness MEAC Defensive Player of the Week.
September 15, 2012
Gary Harrell Blog: Week 3 "Fearless"
In this week’s blog post, Coach Harrell talks about the importance of this week’s matchup against defending MEAC champions Norfolk St. He is proud of the level of play the Bison have displayed thus far, and stresses the importance of maintaining their fearless mentality.
September 15, 2012
HOWARD, NORFOLK STATE OPEN MEAC PLAY ON ESPNU
The stakes will be high when the Howard University Bison football team travels to Norfolk, VA to take on the Spartans of Norfolk State University at 4 pm in Dick Price Stadium. It is the conference opener for both teams and it will be televised on ESPN on a tape delayed basis at 10 pm. Joe Davis will handle the play by play and Howard alum and former All American quarterback Jay “Sky” Walker will provide color commentary.
September 15, 2012
HOWARD PULLS OUT OT WIN ON BLOCKED KICK
All week long, Howard head coach Gary Harrell labeled the conference opener against Norfolk State a championship game. After a game that lasted almost four hours, it came down to a blocked PAT attempt that helped the Bison escape with a 37-36 win over the Spartans at Dick Price Stadium.
September 9, 2012
Rutgers Posts Shutout Over Howard
Rutgers parlayed some stingy defense and a balanced offensive attack to blank Howard, 26-0 in a non-conference game at High Point Solutions Stadium before 50, 855.
September 6, 2012
Howard Game vs Rutgers to Be Broadcast Nationally
The Howard University-Rutgers football game will be broadcast on the Big East Network (SNY) by going to WatchESPN.com.
September 4, 2012
CUNNINGHAM NAMED MEAC ROOKIE OF THE WEEK
Howard University quarterback Jamie Cunningham has been named the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference Rookie of the Week for his performance in Saturday’s 30-29 come-from-behind win over Morehouse College in the Second Annual AT&T Nation’s Football Classic at RFK Stadium on Sept. 1.
September 1, 2012
Freshman Comes Off the Bench to Rally Bison To Win
Jamie Cunningham connected on a 13-yard touchdown pass to David Wilson with 22 seconds remaining to lift Howard University to a 30-29 win over Morehouse College in the Second Annual AT&T Nation’s Football Classic at RFK Stadium before 16,911.
August 29, 2012
BISON BLOGGING: WOMEN’S VOLLEYBALLL AND COACH GARY HARRELL
WASHINGTON, D.C. (www.howard-bison.com) – Howard University head football Coach Gary Harrell and the women’s volleyball team expand their skills outside of the playing field and display their creative skills with a few blogs.
August 27, 2012
Pough Named to Senior Bowl Watch List
Keith Pough has been named to the First Ever Senior Bowl Watch List.
August 23, 2012
Howard University Football, Athletics Seek Another Turnaround Season Bison will meet Morehouse Tigers in 2012 Opener on Sept. 1
The 2012 Howard University Bison football season opener is slated for Saturday, Sept. 1 when Howard University takes on Morehouse College in the AT&T Nation's Football Classic at 3:30 p.m. in RFK Stadium in Washington, D.C.
August 23, 2012
HOWARD’S GARY HARRELL JOINS WOL 1450 COACHES SHOW
Howard University is proud to announce that head football coach Gary “Flea” Harrell will appear weekly on “In and Out of Sports,” which airs every Sunday at 11:30 a.m. on WOL 1450AM.
August 18, 2012
OFFENSE SHOWS IMPROVEMENT IN SECOND SCRIMMAGE
Following last week's initial intra-squad scrimmage, Howard Coach Gary Harrell expressed his displeasure with some of the mistakes and lack of discipline with the overall offense and especially with the offensive line.
August 12, 2012
HOWARD’S FIRST FOOTBALL SCRIMMAGE CONCLUDES WITH MIXED REVIEWS
The Howard University football team conducted its first intra-squad scrimmage on Saturday, Aug. 11 and according to head coach Gary “Flea” Harrell, there were mixed reviews.
August 10, 2012
HOWARD HOLDS FIRST INTRA-SQUAD SCRIMMAGE
Howard University head football coach Gary “Flea” Harrell will be looking to evaluate the team’s progress after its first week of practice during an intra-squad scrimmage on Saturday, Aug. 11 at 1:00 p.m. in William H. Greene Stadium.
August 9, 2012
HOWARD UNIVERSITY RESCHEDULES FOOTBALL MEDIA DAY
Howard University will hold its annual Media Day for football on Tuesday, Aug. 14 at 11:00 a.m. in Greene Stadium on the HU campus.
August 3, 2012
HOWARD UNIVERSITY FOOTBALL SQUAD RESCHEDULES MEDIA DAY
The Howard University Media Day for football, which was originally scheduled for Monday, Aug. 6 has been re-scheduled for Thursday, Aug. 9 at 11:00 a.m. in Greene Stadium on the Howard University campus.
August 1, 2012
HOWARD OPENS 2012 FOOTBALL PRE-SEASON CAMP
The Howard University football team reports to campus on Wednesday, Aug. 1 to kick-off the 2012 athletic season and prepare for pre-season football camp.
July 21, 2012
Howard’s Pough Receives More Honors
Howard University senior Keith Pough, who was recently named to the Sports Network 2012 FCS All-America team, picked up three more awards during the annual Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) preseason meeting in Norfolk, Va.
July 10, 2012
Pough Named To FCS All-America Team
Howard University redshirt senior Keith Pough has been named to the 2012 Sports Network FCS Pre-season All-America Team. A 6-3, 235-pound red-shirt senior linebacker from Orangeburg, S.C., is coming off a brilliant season in which he led the team in tackles with 120. Pough also recorded 21.0 tackles for losses behind the line of scrimmage, ranking him second in the MEAC and eighth overall in the country.
June 8, 2012
Coach Harrell Speaks to Students at C.H. Flowers H.S.
Head football coach and i am a brand™ spokesman Gary Harrell spoke to a group of students at C.H. Flowers High School on Wed. June 6. Coach Harrell stressed the importance of building and maintaining a positive image in order to be successful in life.
May 22, 2012
Coach Harrell and the 2012 Football Graduates
April 24, 2012
AT&T NATION’S FOOTBALL CLASSIC® TICKETS NOW ON SALE
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Events DC announced today that tickets for the 2nd annual AT&T Nation’s Football Classic® are now on sale via Ticketmaster, at the Howard University Box Office located at Cramton Auditorium and the Morehouse College Bookstore.
April 14, 2012
Defense Wins on the Scoreboard, but Offense Shows Improvement
When head coach Gary Harrell was hired last year, he faced a number of challenges. Harrell got a
late start on recruiting, on implementing his system and on becoming familiar with the players. Fast forward to this year and there is a marked difference as evidenced by the Annual Spring Game in Greene Stadium.
April 10, 2012
Howard Football Team Set for Spring Game
Howard University will conclude its 2012 Spring Practice with an intra-squad game on Saturday, April 14 at 1 pm in Greene Stadium. There will be a Powder Puff Flag football game at 11 am, featuring the Howard women’s team against some local players.
February 17, 2012
Howard Announces 2012 Football Schedule
Howard University will kick off the 2012 season against Morehouse College in the Second Annual AT&T Nation’s Football Classic on Saturday, September 1 at 3:30 pm at RFK Stadium. The Bison will then travel to Piscataway, NJ to face Rutgers on September 8.
February 1, 2012
Coach Harrell Announces the Signing of 18 Recruits
Howard University head coach Gary “Flea” Harrell announces the addition of 18 recruits who will become Bison in 2012.
January 19, 2012
Pough Named to SBN All American Team
Keith Pough capped off what was outstanding season by being named to the 2011 Sheridan Broadcasting Network (SBN) Sports Black College All American (BCAA) team.
January 19, 2012
Pough Named To Another All American Team
Howard University’s Keith Pough has become a consensus Football Championship Subdivision All American. The 6-3, 235-pound red-shirt junior linebacker, who has been voted to almost all the All American teams for the Division, received yet another as the prestigious College Sporting News named Pough first team as a member to its 2011 Fabulous Fifty FCS All American team.
January 12, 2012
McGhee To Receive Award
Greg McGhee has been named the Pigskin Club of Washington 2011 Metropolitan College Player of the
Year. The freshman quarterback from Pittsburgh, PA will receive the Frank P. Bolden Award at the 74th Annual Awards Dinner on Friday, February 10 at the Capitol Hilton Hotel in Washington, DC.
January 9, 2012
Pough Named To Another All American Team
Howard University’s Keith Pough has become a consensus Football Championship Subdivision All American. The 6-3, 235-pound red-shirt junior linebacker, who has been voted to almost all the All American teams for the Division, received yet another as the prestigious College Sporting News named Pough first team as a member to its 2011 Fabulous Fifty FCS All American team.
January 7, 2012
Pough, McGhee, Coach Harrell Finish Among Finalists For Awards
Keith Pough, who has been named to several All America teams this year, finished seventh in the running for the Buck Buchanan Award while Greg McGhee, who was named the Rookie of the Year, finished tied for 10th in the voting for the Inaugural Jerry Rice Award. Howard Coach Gary “Flea” Harrell finished 17th in the voting for the Eddie Robinson Award.
December 23, 2011
Pough Receives Yet Another Honor
The honors keep coming for Keith Pough. The 6-3, 235-pound red-shirt junior linebacker has been named to two more All American teams. The Phil Steele publication and the Walter Camp Football Foundation have named Pough to their 2011 Football Championship Subdivision All America first team.
December 19, 2011
McGhee, Pough Receive More Post-season Honors
Greg McGhee has been named the College Sports Network (CSN) Inside the Huddle 2011 Black College Freshman of the Year and Keith Pough has been selected to the All American team.
December 16, 2011
Classics Sports Radio Network to broadcast HBCU Bowl
November 25, 2011
SEVEN BISON RECEIVE POST-SEASON HONORS
Greg McGhee was named the 2011 MEAC Rookie of the Year, Keith Pough, Sackie Kerkulah, Willie Carter and Cory Gwinner were named first team all conference and Lanny Kelly, Corey Berry and McGhee were voted second team. The selections are voted on by the conference coaches and sports information directors.
November 22, 2011
Harrell Names as Finalist for the Robinson Award
Howard University Head Coach Gary Harrell has been named as a finalist of the 2011 Eddie Robinson award, which is presented annually to the top coach in the FCS.
November 22, 2011
McGhee Named Rookie of the Week
For the fifth time this season Greg McGhee has been named Mid-Eastern Atlantic Conference Rookie of the Week.
November 19, 2011
Delaware State Defeats Howard in Shootout
Dover, DE—November 19---Travis Tarpely caught a 28-yard touchdowns pass from Nick Elko and Darius Jackson followed with a two-point conversion on a pass from Elko to lead Delaware State to 39-36 win over Howard in the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference regular season finale at Alumni Stadium.
November 5, 2011
Howard Combines Defense and Running Game To Win Over Hampton
Hampton, VA—November 5--Howard used a grinding, ball control running game featuring a yeoman performance by Terrance Leffall and a stingy defense to defeat Hampton University, 10-7 in a Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference game at Armstrong Stadium. The win snapped a 14-game losing streak to the Pirates, dating back to 1996.
October 29, 2011
South Carolina State Posts Shutout Over Howard
Washington, DC—October 29---South Carolina State took advantage of some early miscues to build a 17-0 halftime and then put the game away with two fourth quarter scored en route to a 31-0 win over Howard University in a Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference game at Greene Stadium.
October 24, 2011
McGhee Named Co Rookie of the Week
Greg McGhee has been named the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference Co-Rookie of the Week along with Damien Fleming of Florida A&M University.
October 22, 2011
Preview of NC&T; Game to be broadcasted live on internet
Today’s game is more than just a homecoming match-up between two longtime rivals. When the 2011 season started, this game was viewed as little more than a match-up between two struggling programs under new coaches looking to rebuild. The Aggies were picked to finish in ninth the preseason poll while the Bison were picked to finish 10th.
October 22, 2011
McGhee, Defense Lead Howard To OT Win Over NC A&T
Washington, DC—October 22--Terrance Leffall scored from three yards in overtime and the defense made a key stop on a goal line stand to help Howard pull out a thrilling, 35-28 win over North Carolina A&T in a Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference game before an overflow homecoming crowd at Greene Stadium.
October 21, 2011
Football New Web Series Show
"Road to Redemption: The Journey" is a new documentary show following the Football team and their journey to the end of the season. Premieres after Homecoming, this Wednesday October 26, 2011
October 15, 2011
Georgetown Defense Shuts Down Howard
Washington, DC-October 15--Georgetown University employed a methodical, balanced offensive attack and an opportunistic defense to shut down Howard, 21-3 in a non-conference game at Greene Stadium. The win was the second straight for the Hoyas, who improved to 5-2 while the Bison (3-4) had their two-game win streak snapped.
October 8, 2011
Howard Scores 29 Fourth Quarter Points in Win Over Florida A&M
Tallahassee, FL—October 8--Howard University erupted for 29 fourth quarter points--- including 15 in
the last 1:23 to stun Florida A&M, 29-28 in a Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference before a near capacity homecoming crowd at Bragg Stadium.
October 3, 2011
McGhee Named Rookie of the Week for Third Time
Greg McGhee has been named the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference Rookie of the Week for the third time this season. A 6-3, 200-pound freshman quarterback from Pittsburgh, PA, McGhee completed 11
of 17 passes for 158 yards and three TDs while also rushing for a 57-yard TD run in Howard University’s 34-14 win over Savannah State this past Saturday. The win snapped a 29-game conference losing streak dating back to 2007.
October 1, 2011
Howard Ends Streak With Win Over Savannah State
Savannah, Ga---October 1---Greg McGhee provided the offense, throwing for three touchdowns and
running for another and the defense posted its second straight dominating performance to lift Howard
to a 34-14 win over Savannah State University in a Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference game at T.A. Wright Stadium. The win snapped a 29-game conference losing streak for the Bison (2-3 overall, 1-2 in the MEAC) dating back to 2007.
September 28, 2011
Howard Faces Savannah State In MEAC Showdown
Savannah, GA—September 29--When Howard University takes on Savannah State University this coming Saturday night at Theodore A. Wright Stadium, the game may lack championship implications, but it certainly has a number of intriguing sub plots.
September 28, 2011
McGhee Selected To The Jerry Rice Award Watch List
Philadelphia, PA (Sports Network) – Howard University quarterback Greg McGhee has been selected to the first Watch List for the inaugural Jerry Rice Award.
September 26, 2011
Mcghee Named Rookie of the Week for the Second Time
Greg McGhee has been named the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference Rookie of the Week for the second straight time this season. A 6-3, 200-pound freshman from Pittsburgh, PA, McGhee completed 20 of 34 passes for 226 yards and a TD while also adding another 20 yards rushing.
September 24, 2011
Howard, Morgan Renew Rivalry in New York Urban League Classic
East Rutherford, NJ—September 23---When Howard University and Morgan State University meet in the New York Urban League Classic on Saturday at MetLife Stadium, there will be a lot on the line. It will be the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference opener for the Bears (1-2) while the Bison (1-2, 0-1 in the MEAC) will be looking to get their first conference win since 2007. As an added incentive, the game will be carried on ESPNU (tape delay shown at 10:30 pm Saturday night).
September 24, 2011
Turnovers Doom Howard in Loss To Morgan State
East Rutherford, NJ—September 24--Howard University dominated the statistics but in the end, turnovers proved to be too much to overcome as Howard University fell, 14-9 to Morgan State University in the New York Urban League Classic at MetLife Stadium before 24,996.
September 17, 2011
Walley, Defense Combine To Lead Norfolk State To Win Over Howard
Washington, DC—September 17--Norfolk State rode the efforts of Chris Walley, who passed for 239
yards and two touchdowns and a stingy second half defense that limited Howard to one touchdown enroute to a 23-9 win in a Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference game at Greene Stadium.
September 13, 2011
McGhee Named MEAC Rookie of the Week
Greg McGhee has been named the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference Rookie of the Week after his performance in the win over Morehouse College. A 6-3, 200-pound freshman from Pittsburgh, Pa., McGhee completed 22 of 29 passes for 248 yards and three TDs.
September 10, 2011
McGhee Three TDs Leads Howard To Win Over Morehouse
Washington, DC—September 10--Greg McGhee threw for three touchdowns and the defense came up with the big plays down the stretch to lead Howard University to a thrilling 30-27 win over Morehouse College in the First Annual Nation’s Football Classic at RFK Stadium before 18,049.
September 10, 2011
Follow Today's Football Game Live Online
WASHINGTON, DC - Follow today's football game online as the Howard Univ. Bison take on the Morehouse Tigers in the AT&T Nation's Football Classic held at RFK.
September 4, 2011
Eastern Michigan Uses Running Game To Get By Howard
Ypsilanti, MI—September 4--Eastern Michigan parlayed its power running game and good field positon
into a 41-9 win over Howard University in a non-conference game at Rynearson Stadium. The game had been scheduled for Saturday but the weather conditions forced the change to Sunday.
September 3, 2011
Football Versus Eastern Michigan Postponed Until Sunday
The Eagles and Bison will move today's contest to tomorrow at Rynearson Stadium at noon.
August 21, 2011
Friends of Howard Football "Meet the Bison" Luncheon Upgraded to Bison Send-Off Reception
The "Meet the Bison" Luncheon has been rescheduled and upgraded to a Send-Off Reception! The format will be similar to the luncheon, but with more music, fun and Bison spirit!
August 20, 2011
Bison Offense Shows Progress in Second Scrimmage
After the defense dominated the play in last week’s intra-squad scrimmage, the offense redeemed itself with its performance, scoring two TDs and a field during Saturday’s scrimmage in Greene Stadium
August 18, 2011
Howard University To Face Longtime Rival on ESPNU
When Howard University and Morgan State University meet on Saturday, September 24 in the New York Urban League Classic at the New Meadowlands Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ, it will be more than just a MEAC game. The game will be televised on ESPNU as a part of the MEAC/ESPNU TV package.
August 11, 2011
Howard Football Starts on the Road to Redemption
The Howard University football began its two-a-day practices on Wednesday and according to Coach Gary Harrell, there were mixed reviews.
August 1, 2011
Trio Named To Pre-season All-MEAC Team
Willie Carter, Sackie Kerkulah and Keith Pough were named to the 2011 Pre-season All-Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference team.
July 18, 2011
Pough Named to the 2011 Buck Buchanan Watch List
Howard University’s Keith Pough has been named to the 2011 Buck Buchanan Award Watch List. The Buck Buchanan Award is named after the former standout defense lineman from Grambling, who later went on to have a stellar professional career for the Kansas City Chiefs.
June 17, 2011
Carter Joins Pough In Preseason Honor
Washington, DC—Howard University’s Willie Carter has been named to the preseason watch list for the Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) Wide Receiver of the Year Award given by the College Football Performance Awards (CFPA). He joins teammate, linebacker Keith Pough, who has been also been cited.
June 16, 2011
Pough Receives Another Preseason Honor
Washington, DC—Howard University’s Keith Pough has been named to the preseason watch list for the Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) Linebacker of the Year Award given by the College Football Performance Awards (CFPA). He has also been cited as one of the Top 10 linebackers in FCS by the Sports Network.
June 9, 2011
Antoine Bethea Set to Host Football Camp at Greene Stadium
WASHINGTON, DC - Two-time pro-bowler and Howard Alum Antoine Bethea is set to host football camp at Greene Stadium on June 20 & 21.
June 2, 2011
HU Athletics Participates in C.W. Raymond Career Day
WASHINGTON, DC – Four members of the Howard Athletics coaching staff attended Career Day at C.W. Raymond Elementary School located in NW Washington, DC. Head volleyball coaches Dawn Barnes, head football coach Gary “Flea” Harrell, football assistant coach Donald Griggs, and head men’s basketball head coach Kevin Nickelberry represented Howard Athletics at the fair held on June 2.
May 31, 2011
Howard University Announces New Additions to Coaching Staff
WASHINGTON, DC - Howard University head football coach Gary Harrell has added the following coaches to his staff for the upcoming season
May 9, 2011
Pough Recognized as One of Top LBs in FCS
The Sports Network has cited Howard University linebacker Keith Pough as one of the top 10 linebackers in the Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) for the upcoming 2011 football season.
April 28, 2011
Nation's Football Classic Tickets On Sale at Howard Box Office
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Washington Convention and Sports Authority (WCSA) announced today that tickets for the inaugural Nation’s Football Classic™ are now available at the Howard University Box Office located at Cramton Auditorium on the school’s campus.
April 20, 2011
Student-Athletes Honored at Annual Athletics Ceremony
WASHINGTON, DC – Kyle Riley and Saadia Doyle highlighted the honorees as they were named Howard’s male and female athletes of the year at the annual Bison Awards Ceremony held on April 19, 2011. In addition, over 50 other student athletes were honored for their athletic and academic achievements.
April 16, 2011
Blue Team Defeats White in Spring Game
WASHINGTON, DC -April 16--It was only fitting that defense be the deciding factor in the Howard University Blue-White Spring Game at Greene Stadium. Matthew Vann’s 38-yard interception return proved to be the difference as the Blue squad defeated the White team, 10-7 in a defensive struggle.
April 15, 2011
Howard Holds Blue White Game
Howard University will have its Annual Blue and White spring football game on Saturday in Greene Stadium on the University campus.
March 29, 2011
Howard University Announces Football Signees
Howard University announces the signing of the following players to grant in aids for the 2011 season:
March 7, 2011
Howard vs Morehouse Football Classic Renewed
WASHINGTON, D.C. – A Classic is marching into D.C.! The Nation’s Football Classic™, a football game featuring teams from historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs), will be held annually in September at RFK Stadium, the Washington Convention and Sports Authority (WCSA) announced today during a reception at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. D.C.’s newest sports tradition kicks off with Howard University and Morehouse College renewing the historic rivalry between two premier institutions rich in heritage and tradition on and off the field. The inaugural game is September 10, 2011 at 3:30 p.m.
March 3, 2011
Football Blue and White Game Announced
WASHINGTON, DC - The Howard University Football Staff has just announced the date for the Blue & White game. The game is slated to be on Saturday, April 16, 2011 at 2:00pm. Prior to the game there will be a open football skills clinic and powder puff game.
March 1, 2011
Howard University Announces 2011 Football Schedule
WASHINGTON, DC - Howard University announces its 2011 football schedule. The Bison, under new head coach Gary Harrell, will open the season at Eastern Michigan on September 3. It will be the second meeting between the two schools. The Bison will then take on Morehouse College in the First Nation’s Football Classic at RFK Stadium on September 10.
February 23, 2011
Nation's Football Classic™ Unveiled in Nation's Capital
WASHINGTON, D.C. – A Classic is marching into D.C.! The Nation’s Football Classic™, a football game featuring teams from historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs), will be held annually in September at RFK Stadium, the Washington Convention and Sports Authority (WCSA) announced today during a reception at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. D.C.’s newest sports tradition kicks off with Howard University and Morehouse College renewing the historic rivalry between two premier institutions rich in heritage and tradition on and off the field. The inaugural game is September 10, 2011 at 3:30 p.m.
January 19, 2011
Press Conference: New Head Football Coach, Gary "The Flea" Harrell
January 7, 2011
Howard Names Gary "The Flea" Harrell As New Football Coach
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Howard University Director of Athletics Louis “Skip” Perkins has announced the hiring of Gary Harrell as the new head football coach. “Our goal is to re-establish a competitive football program and athletic program overall at Howard University,” Perkins said. “As an alumnus, a championship athlete and a strong coach, we are confident in Coach Gary “The Flea” Harrell.”
December 15, 2010
Bethea Receives Honors
It has just been announced that Antoine Bethea, Howard alum and current Indianapolis Colt, has been selected to the 2010 USA Football/NFLPA All-Fundamentals Team. The team is selected by a panel of experts including ESPN analysts and USA Football board member Merril Hoge, as well as former NFL coach Herm Edwards.
November 22, 2010
Pough, Kerkulah, Carter Receive Post-Season Honors
Keith Pough has been voted to the 2010 Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference first team on defense and Sackie Kerkulah and Willie Carter have been voted to the all-conference second team. The selections are voted on by the conference coaches and sports information directors.
November 20, 2010
Howard Falls to Delaware State in Shootout
Washington, DC—November 20---Delaware State spotted Howard a 9-0 lead and then reeled off 23 straight points in the second quarter to go on to a 53-43 win in a Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference game at Greene Stadium. It was the regular season finale for both teams.
November 15, 2010
Bradden Cited For MEAC Honors
Terry Bradden has been named the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference Rookie of the Week for his performance in Saturday’s 35-20 loss at Bethune-Cookman. A 6-1, 235-pound red-shirt freshman quarterback from Riviera Beach, FL, Bradden came off the bench and rallied the Bison from a 21-0 deficit to within a score before losing.
November 13, 2010
Game Notes: Howard vs. Bethune-Cookman
DAYTONA BEACH, FL - This is a Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference game between the Bison of Howard University and the nationally ranked Wildcats of Bethune-Cookman University. The Bison (1-8 overall, 0-6 in the MEAC) are coming off a 54-14 road loss at South Carolina State University this past Saturday while the undefeated Wildcats (9-0 overall, 6-0 in the MEAC) defeated Hampton University, 23-18 in Hampton, VA.
November 13, 2010
Howard Wages Strong Battle But Falls Short in Loss To Bethune-Cookman
Daytona Beach, FL—November 13—Howard University spotted Bethune-Cookman 21 points and then battled to within one possession before succumbing, to the undefeated Wildcats in a Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference game at Municipal Stadium.
November 8, 2010
Alston, Mangum Cited For MEAC Honors
NORFOLK, VA - Cameron Alston has been named the Mid-Eastern Athletic Rookie of the Week for his performance in Saturday’s loss to South Carolina State. A 6-0, 190-pound freshman safety from North Augusta, SC, Alston had his best game as a collegian, collecting 9 tackles, including one for a loss. He also recovered a fumble and returned a blocked field goal 37-yards for a TD, the first of his career.
November 6, 2010
Game Notes: Howard vs. South Carolina State
This is a Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference game between the Bison of Howard University and the nationally ranked Bulldogs of South Carolina State University. The Bison (1-7 overall, 0-5 in the MEAC) are coming off a tough,10-9 home loss to Norfolk State University this past Saturday while the Bulldogs (6-2 overall, 4-1 in the MEAC) defeated Delaware State, 38-21 this past Saturday on the road.
November 6, 2010
SC State Uses Howard Turnovers into an Easy Win
Orangeburg, SC—November 6---South Carolina State rode the rushing of Chris Merrill, the passing of Malcolm Long and an opportunistic defense into a 54-14 win over Howard University in a Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference game at Oliver Dawson Bulldog Stadium.
November 1, 2010
Pough Receives Double Honors
NORFOLK, VA - Keith Pough has been named the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference Co-Defensive Player of the Week alomg with South Carolina State’s David Erby and the College Football Performance Award National FCS Defensive Player of the Week. It marked the second straight week that he has been honored for the national award.
October 30, 2010
Game Notes: Norfolk State vs. Howard
WASHINGTON, D.C. - This is a Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference game between the Spartans of Norfolk State University and the Bison of Howard University. The Spartans (2-5 overall, 1-4 in the MEAC) are coming off a 17-13 loss to Florida A&M at home this past Saturday while the Bison (1-6 overall, 0-4 in the MEAC) dropped a 52-32 road decision to North Carolina A&T on Saturday.
October 30, 2010
Howard Drops Hard-Fought Battle to Norfolk State
Washington, DC — October 30 --- The Howard University football team battled Norfolk State for four quarters, but it came down to a case of too many key injuries on offense for the Bison as the Spartans, prevailed 10-9 in a Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference game before an overflow homecoming crowd of 7,086 at Greene Stadium.
October 23, 2010
Howard Football Gamenotes vs. North Carolina A&T
WASHINGTON, D.C. - This is a Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference game between the Bison of Howard University and the Aggies of North Carolina A&T State University. The Bison (1-4 overall, 0-3 in the MEAC) had a bye last week after dropping a 56-14 loss to Furman University on the road. The Aggies (0-7 overall, 0-4 in the MEAC) are still looking for their first win of the season after dropping a 31-26 road decision to Delaware State University this past weekend.
October 23, 2010
Turnovers Prove Costly In Howard Loss
Greensboro, NC — Howard turned the ball over five times and North Carolina A&T took advantage of the gifts en route to a 52-32 win in a Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference game at Aggie Stadium. It was the first win of the season for the Aggies (1-7 overall, 1-4 in the MEAC).
October 22, 2010
2010 Howard Homecoming Information
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Homecoming football tickets are still available! When purchasing your ticket from Ticketmaster.com, please enter "Greene Stadium" in the search box in order for the system to process your request.
October 14, 2010
Former HU Player Antoine Bethea Featured on the John Riggins Show
WASHINGTON, DC - Pro Bowl Safety and former Howard University student-athlete Antoine Bethea joins the John Riggins Show today at 5:40pm to talk about Sunday Night's match up with the Redskins.
October 9, 2010
Football at Furman University on Saturday
This is a non-conference game between the Bison of Howard University from the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference and the Paladins of Furman University from the Southern Conference. The Bison (1-4 overall, 0-4 in the MEAC) are coming off a 28-14 win over Lincoln University of PA at home this past Saturday while the Paladins (2-2 overall, 1-1 in the Southern Conference) are coming off a 37-18 road loss to Wofford last Saturday that knocked them out of the national FCS rankings.
October 9, 2010
Furman Cashes in On Big Plays to Defeat Howard
Greenville, SC—October 9--Furman parlayed some big plays on special teams and defense to build a lead and then went on to easily defeat Howard University, 56-14 in a non-conference game at Paladin Stadium before 9,239.
October 4, 2010
Howard University Mourns Former Standout
WASHINGTON, DC - Former Howard University football player Keith Napier passed away on September 24 at his home in Waco, TX. Napier was the starting offensive guard for the Howard football team from 1974 until 1978. He earned all Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference honors for four straight years, thus becoming the first player in school and conference history to accomplish the feat.
October 2, 2010
Lincoln vs. Howard: A Rivalry Revisited
WASHINGTON, DC - This is a non-conference game between the Lions of Lincoln University from the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (CIAA) against the Bison of Howard University from the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference. The Lions (1-3 overall, 0-2 in) are coming off a 52-21 home loss to Saint Augustine’s this past Saturday while the Bison (0-4, 0-3 in the MEAC) dropped a 20-3 decision to Morgan State University this past Saturday in the New York Urban League Football Classic at the Meadowlands.
October 2, 2010
Brice Has Career day In Howard Win Over Lincoln
WASHINGTON, DC—Charles Brice romped for a career-high 161 yards and three touchdowns to lead Howard University to a 28-14 win over Lincoln University in a non-conference game at Greene Stadium. The win snapped an 11-game losing skid for the Bison.
September 25, 2010
Game Notes: Morgan St. vs. Howard
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. - This is the 39th Annual New York Urban League Classic featuring a Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference match-up between the Bears of Morgan State University and the Bison of Howard University. The Bears (1-2, 0-0 in the MEAC) are coming off a 35-9 road loss to Number 23 North Dakota State this past Saturday while the Bison (0-3, 0-2 in the MEAC) dropped a 50-7 home decision to Florida A&M University University on Saturday. This is Howard’s third appearance in the NYUL Classic and it is 2-1 with two wins over Grambling and a loss to Hampton.
September 25, 2010
Morgan State Capitalizes on Howard Mistakes in Win
East Rutherford, NJ—September 25---Howard limited Morgan State to only 64 yards of total offense, but the Bears made the most of Bison mistakes on offense to win, 20-3 in the New York Urban League Football Classic at the new Giants Stadium in the Meadowlands before 34,167.
September 23, 2010
Howard and Morgan State Take Rivalry to Meadowlands
WASHINGTON, DC - When Morgan State University and Howard University get together for a gridiron clash on Saturday, it will mark the 73rd time that the two proud institutions have met since 1889. It has become one of the storied rivalries in Black College football. The Bears hold a slight, 39-33-1 advantage in the series.
September 18, 2010
Florida A&M Takes Advantage of Howard Miscues
Florida A&M University parlayed Howard University mistakes into 31 points en route to a 50-7 win in a Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference game at Greene Stadium.
September 13, 2010
New York Urban League Classic Tickets
The Department of Intercollegiate Athletics is now selling tickets for the New York Urban League Classic football game on Saturday, Sept. 25. The Howard University Bison will take on the Morgan State University in the new Meadowlands Stadium in New Jersey.
September 11, 2010
Hampton Uses Strong Second Half to Get By Howard
Howard and Hampton traded punches early in the game, each using time-consuming drives, but in the end, the Pirates were able to pull away by reeling off 24 unanswered points to defeat the Bison, 31-21 in a Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference game at Greene Stadium before an overflow crowd of 7,086.
September 9, 2010
Game Notes: Howard vs. Hampton
This is a Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference game between the Pirates of Hampton University and the Bison of Howard University. The Pirates (0-1, 0-0 in the MEAC) are coming off a 33-0 shutout to Central Michigan University on the road this past Saturday while the Bison (0-1, 0-0 in the MEAC) dropped a 38-7 decision to Number 25 Holy Cross on the road on Saturday.
September 4, 2010
Bison Play Strong Early Before Losing to Holy Cross
Howard University held the Holy Cross offense in check through most of the first half, but the Crusaders would go on to take advantage of some key Bison miscues to pull away to a 38-7 win in the season opener for both teams at Fitton Stadium.
August 21, 2010
Bison Look Sharp In Scrimmage
The offense was able to manufacture 20 points while the defense came away with three takeaways during a controlled scrimmage in Greene Stadium.
August 2, 2010
Carter Named To MEAC Preseason Team
Willie Carter has been named to the 2010 Pre-Season All-Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference team by the conference coaches and sports information directors.
July 16, 2010
2010 Tailgating Policies
The following policies and procedure concerning parking, tailgating, fan conduct and Greene Stadium are designed to help guide fans’ event planning and ensuring a family friendly, safe and enjoyable experience for all! Go Bison!
June 30, 2010
The HU Blue Crew is Coming!
Watch out Howard, the HU Blue Crew is coming! The spirit group will make its debut in fall 2010 and is open to all students at Howard University. We are looking for the biggest and best supporters of ALL the HU athletic teams!
June 17, 2010
Former Bison Elected Mayor
Tony Mack, a former three-sport student athlete at Howard University, has been elected the mayor of Trenton, NJ.
May 19, 2010
Howard Announces Additions to Coaching Staff
The Howard University football program announces new additions to the coaching staff for the upcoming season.
May 19, 2010
Howard Headlines 2010 MEAC All-Academic Team
Howard University headlines the 2010 Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) All-Academic Team, as announced on Tuesday by Commissioner Dennis Thomas.
April 28, 2010
Croner Signs with Buffalo Bills
Will Croner has signed as a rookie free agent with the Buffalo Bills. The 6-2, 280-pound defensive end from Wilmington, DE, was voted to the All-MEAC second team this past season after recording 64 tackles that included 30 solos, 11.5 for losses and 3.5 sacks. Croner also forced two fumbles and had an interception to his credit.
April 17, 2010
Defense Shines in Howard Spring Game
Although the defense was able to make more outstanding plays, the offense had some bright spots in the annual Howard University spring football game at Greene Stadium.
April 16, 2010
Howard To Hold Spring Game
The Howard University football team will hold its annual spring game on Saturday at 12 noon in Greene Stadium. The game concludes two weeks of spring practice.
March 16, 2010
Howard Announces 2010 Football Schedule
Howard University announced its 2010 football schedule today. The Bison open the season on September 4 against Holy Cross in Worcester, MA. Holy Cross is a perennial contender in the Football Championships Subdivision (FCS, formerly 1-AA).
February 4, 2010
Bethea Defies Odds As He Prepares for Second Superbowl
Following spring practice headed into the 2003 season, Ron Bolton, the then secondary coach for Howard University, voluntarily reflected on his observations on the overall performance. Bolton, who had played professionally in the National Football League for 10 seasons as a safety, singled out one player in particular; whom he had been impressed with.
February 3, 2010
Howard Announces 2010 Football Recruiting Class
Howard University head football coach Carey Bailey announces the signing of the following student athletes to letters of intent.
January 13, 2010
Hill, White to be Inducted in MEAC Hall of Fame
Edward Hill, Howard University’s Sports Information Director and Ted White, former Bison quarterback from 1995-98, were amongst the five members selected to the 2010 Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) Hall of Fame class, the league announced today.
January 8, 2010
MEAC Well Represented In Upcoming NFL Playoffs
When the National Football Playoffs get underway this coming weekend, the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference will be well represented. Seven players, including four from Howard University, will play key roles in their teams’ quest for the Super Bowl.
November 25, 2009
Carter, Croner Receive Post-Season Honors
Willie Carter and Will Croner were named to the 2009 All-Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference second team by the conference coaches and sports information directors.
November 24, 2009
Carter Cited For Special Teams Play
Willie Carter has been named the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference Special Teams Player of the Week following his performance in Saturday’s loss to Delaware State.
November 21, 2009
Howard Drops Season Finale to Delaware State
Jaashawn Jones rambled for 130 yards and two touchdowns and Riley Flickinger added three field goals to help Delaware State defeat Howard University, 30-20 in the regular season Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference finale at Alumni Stadium.
November 18, 2009
Game Notes: Howard at Delaware State
Howard travels to Delaware State for its final contest of the year. The Bison (2-8 overall, 0-7 MEAC) are coming off a 21-10 home loss to Bethune-Cookman while the Hornets (3-7 overall, 2-5 MEAC) are coming off a 21-16 loss to Norfolk State. Howard has lost six straight while the Hornets are 2-2 in their last four games.
November 14, 2009
Howard Falls To Bethune-Cookman in Final Home Game
Bethune-Cookman jumped out to a 14-0 and it was enough to get by Howard, 21-10 in a Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference game at Greene Stadium. It was the final regular season home game for the Bison.
November 13, 2009
Game Notes: Howard vs. Bethune-Cookman
This is a MEAC match-up between Bethune-Cookman and Howard. The Wildcats (4-5 overall, 3-3 MEAC) are coming off a 27-24 win over Hampton this past Saturday. Howard (2-7 overall, 0-6 MEAC) is looking for its first league win after dropping a 43-13 decision to South Carolina State on Saturday.
November 7, 2009
Bulldogs Roll Over Howard
William Ford rushed for 108 yards and a TD and Malcolm Long passed for three touchdowns to lead South Carolina State to an easy 43-13 win over Howard in a Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference game at Greene Stadium.
November 6, 2009
Games Notes: Howard vs. South Carolina State
Saturday's match pits Howard against the Bulldogs of South Carolina State. The Bulldogs (7-1 overall, 5-0 MEAC) are coming off an impressive 52-10 win over Delaware State this past Saturday in Orangeburg, SC. Howard (2-6 overall, 0-5 MEAC) is looking for its first conference win after dropping a 41-6 decision to Norfolk State on the road last week.
November 6, 2009
Howard University To Entertain Soldiers from Walter Reed
The Wounded Warriors and Warriors from Walter Reed Army Medical Center will be attending the South Carolina State-Howard University football on Saturday. The group will consist of 20 members of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom.
October 31, 2009
Norfolk State’s Balance Too Much for Bison
DeAngelo Branch rushed for 123 yards and and Chris Bell added 138 yards receiving and two scores to lead Norfolk State to a 41-6 win over Howard University in a Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference game at Dick Price Stadium.
October 28, 2009
Game Notes: Howard at Norfolk State
Saturday's contest pits Howard against the Spartans of Norfolk State University. The Bison (2-5 overall, 0-4 MEAC) are coming off a 30-19 loss to North Carolina A&T at home this past Saturday while the Spartans (3-4 overall, 2-3 MEAC) dropped a 34-20 road decision to Florida A&M on the road on Saturday.
October 24, 2009
Special Teams’ Miscues Doom Bison In Loss To NC A&T
Dontavius Payne rushed for a career-high 113 yards and two touchdowns, Mike Mayhew added two more rushing TDs and North Carolina A&T took advantage of Howard University special teams miscues en route to a 30-19 win in a Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference game at Greene Stadium before an overflow homecoming crowd of 7,086.
October 23, 2009
2009 Football Media Guide Available Online
The 2009 Howard football media guide is now available on www.howard-bison.com in pdf format. Viewers must have Adobe Acrobat Reader in order to view each file. A version of Adobe Acrobat Reader can be downloaded for free by selecting the link that is provided on the page. A high-speed connection is recommended to view each file.
October 23, 2009
Game Notes: Howard vs. North Carolina A&T
This is a Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference between the Aggies of North Carolina A&T and Howard. The Aggies (4-3 overall, 2-2 in the MEAC) were off last week. They dropped a 7-6 road decision to Morgan State University back on October 10 while the Bison (2-4 overall, 0-3 in the MEAC) are coming off a 14-7 loss to Morgan State University on the road this past Thursday. NC A&T has dropped two of its last three games while Howard has dropped two in a row.
October 23, 2009
Homecoming Game to be Broadcast Live on Internet
The 2009 Howard homecoming football game will be broadcast live free of charge on the internet. The game will stream live starting at 12:45pm. Viewers should refresh/re-access the page at 12:50 just before the game for best results.
October 20, 2009
Williams Named MEAC Rookie of the Week
Andra Williams has been named the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference Rookie of the Week for his performance in last Thursday's 14-7 loss at Morgan State.
October 15, 2009
Bison Face Morgan State in Second ESPNU Appearance
The Howard University football team will be making its second appearance of the season on ESPNU when it takes on the streaking Bears of Morgan State University tonight at 7:30 pm in Hughes Stadium in Baltimore, MD.
The Bison, who made their season debut against Florida A&M University back on September 17, will be looking to stop a four-game losing streak to their Beltway foe.
October 15, 2009
Morgan State Holds Off Howard
Morgan State scored two first half touchdowns and then held off Howard to go on to a 14-7 win in a Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference game at Hughes Stadium in a nationally televised game on ESPNU.
October 14, 2009
Game Notes: Howard at Morgan State
Howard travels to Morgan State Thursday night for a conference matchup that will be televised live on ESPNU. The Bison (2-3 overall, 0-2 MEAC) are coming off a 37-0 loss to Hampton on the road this past Saturday while the Bears (4-1 overall, 2-0 MEAC) edged North Carolina A&T, 7-6 this past Saturday at home.
October 10, 2009
Hampton Blanks Howard 37-0
Hampton University erupted for 23 second quarter points and went on to cruise to an easy 37-0 win over Howard University in a Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference game at Armstrong Stadium. The win extended the Pirates streak to 13 straight against the Bison and it snapped Howard’s two-game win streak.
October 9, 2009
Games Notes: Howard at Hampton
The Bison travel on Saturday for a matchup against rival Hampton University. Howard (2-2 overall, 0-1 MEAC) are coming off a 7-3 win over Winston-Salem State this past Saturday while the Pirates (2-2 overall, 1-1 MEAC) had a bye. Hampton last played on September 26 and dropped a 21-6 home decision to Delaware State.
October 5, 2009
Keith Pough Named MEAC Rookie of the Week
Keith Pough has been named the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference Rookie of the Week for his performance in Howard University's 7-3 win over Winston-Salem State University this past Saturday.
October 3, 2009
Howard Edges Winston-Salem State
Willie Carter scored the game’s only touchdown and it proved to be just enough as the defense did the rest as Howard University edged Winston-Salem State 7-3 in a non-conference game at Greene Stadium before 2,883.
October 1, 2009
Game Notes: Howard vs. Winston-Salem State
Saturday's non-conference matchup pits the Rams of Winston-Salem State University against the Bison of Howard University. This is the home opener for the Bison.
September 28, 2009
Croner Named MEAC Defensive Player of the Week
Will Croner has been named the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference Defensive Player of the Week after his performance led Howard to a 14-11 win over Georgetown this past Saturday.
September 26, 2009
Defense, Special Teams Key Howard Win Over Georgetown
On a day when the offense struggled, it was the defense and special teams that proved to be the difference as Howard University defeated Georgetown University, 14-11 in the Second Annual DC Cup at the Multi-Sport Field. The win snapped a nine-game losing streak for the Bison (1-2) while the Hoyas (0-4) are still looking for their first win.
September 25, 2009
Game Notes: Howard at Georgetown
Howard makes the short cross-town trek to face off with Georgetown in the second annual DC Cup. The Bison (0-2), from the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference, dropped a 48-10 conference road decision to Florida A&M last Thursday. The Hoyas (0-3), from the Patriot League, are also looking for their first win after dropping a 31-10 matchup to Yale last week.
September 22, 2009
Keith Pough Named MEAC Rookie of the Week
Redshirt Freshman Keith Pough (Orangeburg, S.C./Scotts Branch H.S.) has been named the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference Rookie of the Week for his performance in the loss to Florida A&M University. A 6-3, 225-pound red-shirt freshman linebacker from Orangeburg, S.C., was credited with nine solo tackles, two assisted tackles and two tackles for losses.
September 17, 2009
Howard to Debut on ESPNU
The Howard University football team will make its national TV debut on Thursday when it takes on the Rattlers of Florida A&M University in Tallahassee, FL at 7:30 pm on ESPNU. The game is part of the MEAC/ESPNU TV package.
September 17, 2009
Vann’s Returns Help Florida A&M Run Past Howard
Leroy Vann continued his assault on the NCAA record books, returning two punts for touchdowns and Curtis Pulley passed for two more scores as Florida A&M University soundly defeated Howard University, 48-10 in a Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference game in Bragg Memorial Stadium. The game was telecast on ESPNU.
September 16, 2009
Game Notes: Howard at Florida A&M
The Howard football team opens its 2009 Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference schedule this Thursday with a 7:30 p.m. game at Florida A&M in Tallahassee, Fla. The game will be broadcast live on ESPNU.
September 12, 2009
Rutgers Capitalizes on Howard Mistakes in 45-7 Win
Jourdan Brooks rushed for 124 yards and three TDs, Tom Savage passed 223 yards and two scores and Rutgers capitalized on big plays and mistakes to defeat Howard, 45-7 in a non-conference game before 43,722 at Rutgers Stadium.
September 10, 2009
Game Notes: Howard at Rutgers
The Howard football team will battle Rutgers Saturday afternoon in a matchup televised live on ESPN 360. The Scarlet Knights dropped a 47-15 decision to the University of Cincinnati last week while the Saturday's contest is the season opener for HU.
August 30, 2009
Offense Flips the Script in Howard Scrimmage
Howard University Head Coach Carey Bailey made out like a prophet when he predicted that offense would step up and dominate in the team’s next controlled scrimmage. The defense appeared to be way ahead of the offense as it controlled the line of scrimmage, forced turnovers and registered sacks during play last week.
August 27, 2009
Howard To Be Featured In PreSeason College Football Special
The Howard University football team will be featured in the WJLA ABC TV Annual College Football Special tonight at 8 pm. The segment on Howard will feature Head Coach Carey Bailey, Willie Carter and wide receivers coach Jafar Williams.
August 24, 2009
Defense Stands Out In First Scrimmage
The defense showed that it will be much improved while the offense had some notable individual performances during Howard University’s first intra-squad scrimmage on Saturday.
August 4, 2009
Bison Receive Preseason All-MEAC Honors
WR Willie Carter and DL James Carter were named to the Preseason All-MEAC Second Team, it was announced today.
May 29, 2009
Former Bison Signs in CFL
Former Howard University offensive lineman Andrae Townsel has signed with the Saskatchewan Roughriders of the Canadian Football League.
May 22, 2009
75 Bison Named to MEAC Commissioner's All-Academic Team
Howard had 75 student-athletes named to the 2009 MEAC Commissioner's All-Academic team, the league announced on Friday.
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Howard University Mourns Loss of Fallen Bison
The Howard University athletic family is mourning the loss of former Bison football player Eddie Graham Hayes. Hayes played for Howard from 1984-89 and was a player on the 1987 team that finished 9-1 and was nationally ranked.