Charlotte, NC (December 12, 2025) - The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA®) announces the launch of the CIAA Create the Cover Challenge, a new art initiative inviting Baltimore City middle school students to design the official program cover for the 2026 CIAA Food Lion Men's and Women'
CHARLOTTE, NC (December 10, 2026) – The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association will host a press conference at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 27, at Lexington Market in Baltimore to preview the 2026 CIAA Food Lion Men’s and Women’s Basketball Tournament. As the tournament returns to the city once again,
Week four CIAA basketball players of the week highlight standout performances across teams, showcasing top talent and game-changing plays that continue to elevate the conference’s competitive spirit. Read More...
CHARLOTTE, NC (December 8, 2026) — The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA®) is proud to announce its 2025-26 HBCU GO basketball television schedule featuring three conference matchups that will showcase both men’s and women’s programs across the CIAA. Each matchup will air as part of a double-header broadcast on
Charlotte, NC (December 1, 2025) – Week Three of CIAA Basketball continued to showcase strong individual performances across women’s and men’s programs as teams advanced through non-conference play. Several student-athletes delivered standout scoring efforts, dominant defensive outings, and meaningful contributions that shaped team results. The CIAA recognizes six student-athletes
Charlotte, NC (November 24, 2025) – Week Two of CIAA Basketball featured competitive performances across women’s and men’s programs as teams continued early-season play. Several teams earned key non-conference wins while others used the week to strengthen rotations and build continuity. The CIAA recognizes six student-athletes for their standout
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (November 19, 2025) - The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA®), the nation’s oldest historically Black athletic conference, is proud to announce Pinky Cole Hayes as an official ambassador for the highly anticipated 2026 Food Lion CIAA Men’s and Women’s Basketball Championship Tournament. As a
CHARLOTTE, NC (November 5, 2025) — The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA®), the nation’s oldest historically Black athletic conference, today announced a new partnership with the Marcus Graham Project (MGP) to launch “D9 Campaign Clash: A Battle of the Brands.” The hybrid creative workshop invites college students and recent graduates
CHARLOTTE, NC (October 7, 2025) – The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA), the nation’s oldest historically Black athletic conference, tipped off the 2025–26 basketball season at its annual Media Day in Baltimore, MD, unveiling the Predicted Orders of Finish and Preseason All-CIAA Teams for men’s and women’s
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (October 3, 2025) - The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA), the nation’s oldest historically Black athletic conference, is set to tip off the 2025-26 basketball season with its highly anticipated Basketball Media Day on Tuesday, October 7, in Baltimore, Maryland. The event will showcase the conference’
CHARLOTTE, NC (September 15, 2025) - The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA®), the nation’s oldest historically Black athletic conference, kicks off the HBCU homecoming season with a special Homecoming Ticket Sale. The limited-time offer invites alumni, students, fans,and families to “Come Home to Baltimore” for the 2026 Food
CHARLOTTE, NC (Aug. 28, 2025) - The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA), the nation's oldest historically black athletic conference, will tip off its 2025-26 basketball season with its annual Basketball Media Day on Tuesday, October 7th in Baltimore, Maryland. Read More...
CHARLOTTE, NC (August 15, 2025) - The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA®), the nation’s oldest historically Black athletic conference, is officially launching its biggest ticket deal of the year for the highly anticipated 2026 Food Lion CIAA Men’s and Women’s Basketball Championship Tournament. Read More...
CHARLOTTE, NC (June 18, 2025) – The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA®), the nation’s oldest historically Black athletic conference, has announced that the City of Baltimore, has been selected to host the CIAA Men’s and Women’s Basketball Tournament through 2029. The decision, made by the CIAA Board of
BALTIMORE, MD. - Virginia State took on Bluefield State to conclude the 2025 Food Lion CIAA Men's and Women's Basketball Tournament Saturday evening. The game was a back-and-forth affair that was filled with excitement, however the Trojans found themselves on top and would go on to
BALTIMORE, MD. - Fayetteville State and Virginia State went head-to-head in the 2025 Food Lion CIAA Women's Basketball championship, with the Broncos seeking their second straight title while the Trojans were looking for their first since 2015. Read More...
