Coverage of sports-related news and issues affecting the Appalachian region. This category highlights how sports shapes the local community and culture.
More than just a single football game, Homecoming is the sound of the step show, the energy of the tailgate, and the familiar faces returning to Institute year-after-year.
Former WVSU quarterback Hollis Lewis remembers a rainy victory, a packed yard and the traditions that make homecoming part of the Black West Virginia experience
The longtime West Virginia State University basketball coach reflects on early-arriving motor homes, the step show, former players, Earl Lloyd and the relationships that keep Yellow Jackets coming home.
Trey Jones says Homecoming lives in the memories, rituals and people who keep Yellow Jackets returning to State.
WVSU women's basketball head coach Whitney Bays announces the 2026-27 Yellow Jackets schedule, featuring 13 home games at Walker Convocation Center.
Bluefield State women's volleyball sweeps Johnson C. Smith 3-0 to open CIAA play, led by Callesta Styles' 9 kills and strong serving across all three sets.
Head Coach Porsha "Coach Po" Graves unveils the 2026-27 Bluefield State Women's Basketball staff, featuring Byron Brown and former Big Blue stars.
Despite 404 yards of total offense and 110 rushing yards from Justin Pessoa, WVSU football falls 28-23 to West Virginia Wesleyan in MEC action.
