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Could one of the nation's oldest HBCUs revive football? They're studying the possibility

Summary by HBCU Sports
One of the United States’ oldest HBCUs is considering a return to the gridiron. Wilberforce University announced last week that a feasibility study was underway regarding reviving the school’s football program, which was discontinued during World War II. “As Wilberforce prepares to surpass 1,000 students in enrollment by 2026, it’s time to revisit the legacy and potential of our football program,” said Dr. Vann R. Newkirk, President of Wilberfor…
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HBCU Sports broke the news in on Wednesday, September 24, 2025.
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