🔥 FULL UNEDITED INTERVIEW 🔥

Howard University Men's Basketball Head Coach Kenny Blakeney joins the Bison Brothers Basketball Podcast for one of the most revealing conversations we've ever had.

Coach Blakeney discusses:

🏀 The future of Howard Basketball
🏆 Building a championship culture
💰 NIL and the transfer portal era
🎓 The Dream Factory vision
🐂 What makes Howard different
💪 Leadership lessons from Duke and Coach K
🔥 The next chapter for Bison Basketball

Whether you're a member of Bison Nation, a college basketball fan, or someone interested in leadership and culture-building, this is an interview you don't want to miss.

👇 Let us know your biggest takeaway in the comments!

#HowardUniversity #BisonBrothers #KennyBlakeney #CollegeBasketball #HBCUHoops #HowardBasketball #NIL #TransferPortal #MarchMadness #BisonNation

One piece of advice from Drew Harris' father changed everything:"Go where you're wanted."In this powerful conversation, Howard freshman Drew Harris explains how family, hard work, and faith in the recruiting process ultimately led him to Howard University.Howard landed one of the most intriguing freshmen in the 2026 class.Drew Harris joins the show to reveal:🏀 Why he chose Howard🏀 What Coach Blakeney told him during recruiting🏀 His expectations as a freshman🏀 The skills he's working to improve🏀 Why opponents hate playing against himThis episode is about much more than basketball.It's about finding the right fit and trusting the journey.If you're excited about the future of Howard Basketball, this is an episode you can't miss.#HBCUBasketball #HowardUniversity #StudentAthlete #bisonnation #HowardUniversity #HowardBasketball #BisonBrothersPodcast #MEAC

“The answer is us. It’s always been us.”

Howard University point guard Cam Gillus joins the Bison Brothers Basketball Podcast for a powerful conversation about basketball, purpose, legacy, and representing the culture at the Mecca. 🦬🔥

In this episode, Cam opens up about:

🏀 Why he chose Howard University

🏀 The pressure and pride of representing the DMV

🏀 Howard’s historic NCAA Tournament run

🏀 Leadership and growth on & off the court🏀 The future of Howard Basketball

🏀 NIL and the changing landscape of college sports

🏀 His commitment to community and civic engagement

🏀 The viral videos that had Bison Nation laughing 😂

Cam also reflects on:

👀 Playing against Michigan on the biggest stage

👀 What makes the DMV the BEST basketball area in America👀 The GOAT debate: Michael Jordan or LeBron James?

👀 Why Howard can become a national basketball power. This is more than basketball. This is culture, legacy, and Bison Nation.

PLUS… EWash gives Cam the legendary “OOOOOO CAM!” intro 😭🎧 TAP IN NOW!#CamGillus #HowardUniversity #BisonNation #HBCU #HowardBasketball #BasketballPodcast #DMVHoops #CollegeBasketball #MarchMadness #MEAC #JordanVsLeBron #BisonBrothers

Howard Basketball’s Secret Weapon? Meet Coach Shipp-Davis 🦬🔥What does it really take to go from player… to coach… to helping build a 26-win championship culture? 👀In this episode of the Bison Brothers Basketball Podcast, we sit down with Coach Adriana Shipp-Davis to break down her incredible journey — from Chesapeake, Virginia to Howard University — and how she became a key piece behind one of the most exciting teams in HBCU basketball.She opens up about:🔥 The moment she realized coaching was her path🔥 The REAL grind of being a Graduate Assistant🔥 Competing with players in practice (yes… she’s still got game 😤)🔥 Lessons from Coach Ty Grace and building championship culture🔥 What it takes to sustain excellence at HowardThis is more than basketball… this is about growth, sacrifice, and stepping into your purpose.💰 Support the movement: 26K for 26 Wins CampaignLet’s keep building something special for Howard Women’s Basketball.🎧 Tap in, subscribe, and join Bison Nation. Tell us your favorite part of the Adriana Shipp-Davis Interview#BisonBrothers #HowardUniversity #HBCUSports #CollegeBasketball #WomensBasketball #BasketballPodcast #HBCUPride #CoachLife #BasketballCulture #MEAC #StudentAthlete #BlackExcellence #SportsPodcast #Hoops #BisonNation #MeccaMade #ChampionshipcUlture

What does it really take to build a championship program? ❤️🏀In this special Mother’s Day edition of the Bison Brothers Basketball Podcast, we sit down with the mothers of Sa’lah Hemingway and Zoe Stewart to uncover the sacrifices, lessons, emotions, and powerful family support behind Howard Women’s Basketball’s historic 26-win season.From emotional recruiting stories… to hilarious dorm food confessions… to powerful advice for parents navigating the recruiting process — this episode gives Bison Nation a side of Howard Basketball fans rarely get to see.🔥 In this episode:• How Howard found Selah Hemingway • Why Zoe Stewart finally felt “understood” at Howard • The truth about the transfer & recruiting process • What fans don’t know about these players off the court • Why these mothers believe Howard WBB is just getting started • Predictions for next season 👀 • A powerful message to Bison Nation about supporting the program 🏀 What makes Coach Ty Grace’s program specialThis is more than basketball. This is family. This is legacy. This is Bison Nation.If you love HBCU culture, women’s basketball, and authentic conversations, this is an episode you do NOT want to miss.💙 SUPPORT HOWARD WOMEN’S BASKETBALLDonate to the “26K for 26 Wins” campaign and help continue building a championship culture!#HowardUniversity #HBCU #HowardWBB #BisonNation #WomensBasketball #MothersDay #CollegeBasketball #HBCUSports #BisonBrothers #HUYouKnow #BlackExcellence #MEAC #BasketballPodcast#cHampionshipcUlture#meccamade

John Wall x Howard… This Changes EVERYTHING 👀The Mecca just leveled UP. 🚨 Howard Basketball Is COOKING… Portal Moves, BIG Returns & John Wall Impact 💥In this episode of the Bison Brothers Basketball Podcast, we break down the game-changing move—NBA star John Wall joining Howard University as President of Basketball Operations. When the news drops from ESPN, you know it’s BIG… but what does it really mean for the future of Bison basketball?We also dive into:🔥 Transfer Portal winners & surprises🔥 The return of MEAC Defensive Player of the Year Cedric Taylor Jr.🔥 New talent loading in for BOTH men’s and women’s squads🔥 Why Howard’s momentum is starting to shake the entire college basketball landscape👀 John Wall’s shocking new leadership role🔁 Transfer portal moves that could reshape the roster💪 Key players STAYING when it matters most🏀 New recruits ready to take this program even higherFrom NCAA Tournament buzz to offseason dominance, Howard is proving this is NOT a one-year run… this is a MOVEMENT.And trust us—you’ll want to hear how this all connects to something even bigger happening across HBCU basketball.💡 Oh—and we’re pushing toward our 26K fundraising goal to celebrate a historic women’s season. Let’s finish strong, Bison Nation!🎥 Watch now. Stay locked in. The rise continues.And Bison Nation… we’re not done yet. The future is BRIGHT. 😎💰 PLUS: Get the latest update on the “26K for 26 Wins” campaign and how YOU can help fuel a championship culture.If you thought Howard Basketball peaked last season… think again. 😤The Bison Brothers are back with MAJOR updates:#BisonBrothers #HUYouKnow #HBCUSports #CollegeHoops#BisonNation #HowardUniversity #JohnWall #CollegeBasketball #HBCUHoops👇 TAP IN, SHARE, and REPRESENT THE MECCA | WHAT ARE YOUR THOUGHTS ON THE HIRE AND ROSTER MOVES

The NIL Truth Nobody Wants to SayWhat if building a college basketball team today is harder than starting a business with NO money?In this explosive episode, Kenny Blakeney keeps it 100 about the chaos of the NIL era and transfer portal—and why it’s changing the game forever.💬 “This is the hardest thing I’ve ever had to do as a coach.”From players transferring just because “everyone else is doing it”… to agents running recruiting conversations… to the rise of a fully transactional system—Coach Blakeney breaks down the REAL challenges behind the scenes.🎯 Inside this episode:• Why NIL + transfer portal = the “Wild Wild West” • The shocking truth about recruiting in 2025 • Is this the end of mid-major programs? • Why today’s players might be sacrificing long-term success • How Howard University is fighting to build a championship culture anyway 👀 This isn’t just basketball—it’s a conversation about the future of college sports, education, and opportunity.👇 Tap in, drop your thoughts, and tell us:Is NIL helping or hurting the game?Starting a Business Was EASIER Than This’ 😳 Coach Blakeney Gets REAL”The NIL & Transfer Portal Is ‘Out of Control’? Coach Blakeney Speaks Out 👀‘Everybody Has an Agent Now… What Are We Doing?!’ 😳The TRUTH About NIL: ‘It’s All Transactional Now’ 💰Is NIL Hurting College Basketball? Coach Blakeney Doesn’t Hold Back 👀Why Players Are TRANSFERRING Just Because ‘Everyone Else Is’ 😳The DARK Side of NIL Nobody Wants to Talk About… 👀Coach Blakeney: ‘We Need Contracts in College Basketball’ 😳‘Fast Money Comes With Consequences…’ Coach Blakeney’s WARNING 🚨#BisonBrothers #HowardBasketball #MarchMadness #HBCUBasketball #NCAA #BisonNationThe link to donate to the 1000 for 50 NIL campaign https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/bison-brothers-basketball-podcastComment Below: What is your opinion on NIL?

🔥 THIS is the episode Bison Nation has been waiting for… 🔥What does it really take for Howard Basketball to go from MEAC champions to March Madness disruptors? 👀In this powerful Part 2 conversation, Coach Kenny Blakeney pulls back the curtain on everything—from building a winning culture in the NIL era to what it will actually take to make a deep NCAA Tournament run. And trust…he doesn’t hold back.🎙️ In this episode, you’ll hear:🏀 How close Howard REALLY is to making a historic March Madness run🔥 The truth about recruiting in the transfer portal + NIL era🧠 What separates a “Howard guy” from everyone else (IQ, toughness, and more)🚀 Why this year’s team might be more athletic, tougher, and dangerous than ever💬 The mindset shift Coach is making with THIS squad that could change everything🎯 The real impact a tournament run could have on HBCUs, recruiting, and national exposure💡 Behind-the-scenes strategy on scheduling powerhouse programs like Duke & Missouri👀 Why some teams are starting to avoid playing Howard💰 The “1,000 alumni challenge” that could transform the program💥 Plus…you get classic Bison Brothers energy:The story behind Coach Blakeney’s nickname 😂A messy DMV basketball debate you don’t want to missAnd a hypothetical coaching staff lineup that might actually dominate 👀🎧 Whether you’re a die-hard Howard fan, a student of the game, or just love underdog stories—this episode gives you real insight, real strategy, and real vision for what’s coming next.📢 Bottom line:Howard isn’t far off… but the difference between good and historic comes down to focus, health, culture—and YOU showing up.👉 Tap in. Turn it up. And get ready to see why the Bison are built for something bigger.#BisonBrothers #HowardBasketball #MarchMadness #HBCUBasketball #NCAA #BisonNationSubscribe for more exclusive conversations around Howard Bison men's basketball and HBCU basketball stories.And if you read this far, and you finished the episode, here is the link to donate to the 1000 for 50 campaign - https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/bison-brothers-basketball-podcast Spread the word!Comment below. Where do you rank Howard's Brand amongst other college basketball programs?