HBCU Basketball Coach Walks Back Criticism of School’s Sports Medicine Support

HBCU basketball coach walks back criticism of school’s sports medicine support

Prairie View A&M men’s basketball coach Byron Smith has apologized for postgame remarks that appeared to question the university’s medical care for its athletes, calling his comments “inappropriate” and made in frustration. In an interview following the Panthers Saturday game versus Texas Southern, Smith said Prairie View had to “do a better job with these kids.” Smith’s remarks were made in reaction to concern for Prairie View guard Tai’Reon Jo…

Prairie View Coach Byron Smith Calls for Better Medical Care

A Growing Conversation Around Athlete Health at HBCUs Prairie View A&M men’s basketball head coach Byron Smith is calling for improved medical care and athlete health resources across Historically Black Colleges and Universities, adding his voice to a growing conversation about player safety, recovery, and long-term well-being. Smith’s comments come amid increased scrutiny of how […] The post Prairie View A&M Coach Byron Smith Calls for Better M…

Coach Byron Smith Calls For Better Medical Care For HBCU Student-Athletes

HOUSTON – Prairie View A&M men’s basketball coach Byron Smith is calling for stronger medical support for student-athletes at HBCUs, firmly stating that institutions must prioritize player health over winning. The post Yardbarker: Coach Byron Smith Calls For Better Medical Care For HBCU Student-Athletes appeared first on PVAMU Home.