{"id":153729,"date":"2025-10-30T13:11:05","date_gmt":"2025-10-30T17:11:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hbcugameday.com\/?p=153729"},"modified":"2025-11-02T09:51:24","modified_gmt":"2025-11-02T14:51:24","slug":"hbcu-d1-basketball-hits-the-hardwood-livin-for-tip-off","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hbcugameday.com\/2025\/10\/30\/hbcu-d1-basketball-hits-the-hardwood-livin-for-tip-off\/","title":{"rendered":"HBCU D1 Basketball Hits the Hardwood: Livin\u2019 for Tip-Off"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

HBCU basketball fans, do you feel that in the air? Do you hear the echoes of basketball hitting hardwood floors, the whistles preparing to blow? Yes, that\u2019s right, Division 1 College Basketball is officially tipping off on November 3rd, 2025 and HBCU basketball is coming in full force. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

As someone who\u2019s been waiting for this day since the nets were cut in March and the season ended, I am ready. Whether it\u2019s a buzzer-beater, a player on a heater or the bench celebrations, the start of college hoops season brings energy and unmatched excitement.. And this year, HBCU programs are looking real strong. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019ve seen teams take down P4 ones, handle mid-majors and make headlines. Now it\u2019s time to run it back, hopefully better than last season. The non-conference season is where statements are made and oftentimes, stars are born.. And this year\u2019s opening slate is loaded.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

From 10 AM to 10 PM (CT), there is HBCU Basketball to tune into. So grab your snacks, charge your devices, and get ready for a full day of buckets. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

HBCU Women\u2019s Basketball Opening Day Schedule<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

13 Division I teams. Big-time matchups. Let’s support HBCU women’s hoops!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Double check school sites, as changes may happen. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Matchup<\/strong><\/td>Time (CT)<\/strong><\/td>Where to Watch<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
North Carolina Central at #11 UNC<\/td>10:00 AM<\/td>ACCNX ($)<\/td><\/tr>
Tennessee State at Middle Tennessee<\/td>10:30 AM<\/td>ESPN+ ($)<\/td><\/tr>
Norfolk State at #12 Ole Miss<\/td>11:00 AM<\/td>SECN ($)<\/td><\/tr>
UAPB at Memphis<\/td>11:00 AM<\/td>ESPN+ ($)<\/td><\/tr>
Prairie View A&M at UTEP<\/td>2:00 PM<\/td>Check team social pages<\/td><\/tr>
Alabama State at Georgia<\/td>4:00 PM<\/td>SECN+ ($)<\/td><\/tr>
Bethune-Cookman University at UCF<\/td>5:00 PM<\/td>Check team social pages<\/td><\/tr>
Florida A&M at Florida State<\/td>5:00 PM<\/td>ACCNX ($)<\/td><\/tr>
Alcorn vs Nicholls<\/td>6:00 PM<\/td>Check team social pages<\/td><\/tr>
Jackson State vs Mississippi Univ. for Women<\/td>6:00 PM<\/td>SWAC TV<\/td><\/tr>
North Carolina A&T at Texas Tech<\/td>6:00 PM<\/td>ESPN+ ($)<\/td><\/tr>
Southern at #21 Iowa<\/td>6:30 PM<\/td>B1G+ ($)<\/td><\/tr>
Coppin State at Arizona State<\/td>7:30 PM<\/td>ESPN+ ($)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Whether they’re battling top-25 teams or playing fellow mid-majors, HBCU women\u2019s basketball<\/strong> teams have opportunities to start the season off right.<\/p>\n\n\n

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HBCU Men\u2019s Basketball Opening Day Schedule<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

18 games. One full day of action. Let\u2019s go!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Double check school sites, as changes may happen. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Matchup<\/strong><\/td>Time (CT)<\/strong><\/td>Where to Watch<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Prairie View A&M vs College of Biblical Studies<\/td>12:00 PM<\/td>Check team social pages<\/td><\/tr>
Coppin State at Maryland<\/td>5:30 PM<\/td>B1G+ ($)<\/td><\/tr>
Howard vs Missouri<\/td>6:00 PM<\/td>ESPN+ ($)<\/td><\/tr>
Norfolk State vs Washington Adventist<\/td>6:00 PM<\/td>Check team social pages<\/td><\/tr>
North Carolina Central at NC State<\/td>6:00 PM<\/td>ACCNX ($)<\/td><\/tr>
Southern at #14 Arkansas<\/td>6:00 PM<\/td>SECN ($)<\/td><\/tr>
UMES at Georgia Tech<\/td>6:30 PM<\/td>ACCNX ($)<\/td><\/tr>
Grambling vs Huston-Tillotson<\/td>6:30 PM<\/td>Check team social pages<\/td><\/tr>
Mississippi Valley State at UAB<\/td>6:30 PM<\/td>ESPN+ ($)<\/td><\/tr>
Bethune-Cookman at #20 Auburn<\/td>7:00 PM<\/td>SECN+ ($)<\/td><\/tr>
Alabama A&M vs Blue Mountain<\/td>7:00 PM<\/td>SWAC TV<\/td><\/tr>
Florida A&M at South Florida<\/td>7:00 PM<\/td>ESPN+ ($)<\/td><\/tr>
Tennessee State vs Fisk<\/td>7:00 PM<\/td>ESPN+ ($)<\/td><\/tr>
Hampton at Milwaukee<\/td>7:00 PM<\/td>ESPN+ ($)<\/td><\/tr>
Jackson State at #17 Illinois<\/td>7:30 PM<\/td>B1G+ ($)<\/td><\/tr>
Texas Southern at #21 Gonzaga<\/td>8:00 PM<\/td>ESPN+ ($)<\/td><\/tr>
South Carolina State at #11 Louisville<\/td>8:00 PM<\/td>ACCN ($)<\/td><\/tr>
UAPB at Washington<\/td>10:00 PM<\/td>B1G+ ($)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t Just Watch\u2014Liv For Hoops<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Whether you\u2019re a die-hard fan or just stepping into the world of HBCU basketball<\/strong>, there\u2019s never been a better time to tune in. From tip-off to buzzer, every game is a celebration of culture, talent, and the heart that defines the game.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keep up with the games, scoreboards, standout performances and more by following @ livforhoops on Twitter\/X and Instragram. <\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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