Mississippi Valley State football has woman on roster for first time in school history

Mississippi Valley State football has woman on roster for first time in school history

Nina Schiks, a kicker, could become the first woman to play football at Mississippi Valley State.

HBCU Football Program Makes History with First Female Player

Mississippi Valley State’s football roster just got a little more historic. For the first time in the HBCU program’s history, a woman will suit up for the Delta Devils. Her name is Nina Schiks, and she’s not here for a symbolic gesture — she’s here to compete. From early-morning workouts to full-contact drills, Schiks has earned her place in the locker room, becoming a trailblazer for MVSU and the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC). The tea…

Trailblazer on the Gridiron: Nina Schiks Makes History as MVSU Football’s First Female Player - Mississippi Valley State University Athletics

Mississippi Valley State University has a new name making headlines this season — and it's one that will forever be etched in the Delta Devils' history books. Nina Schiks has officially joined the MVSU football team, becoming the first female player in the program's storied history.