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UAPB has been at the bottom of the conference for the majority of the teams time within the Southwestern Athletic Conference.And this year is likely to be more of the same and the Rattlers are playing host to the Tigers. And on the other end of the rebuilding line we have Southern University who has struggled mightily to get wins against FAMU in the sport of Football. Let's look at two games at one time. In addition FAMU basketball has seen some impressive signings that are exciting the base and the Volleyball team is likely to make another huge run to defend the SWAC Title!Fangs Up#FAMU #FangsUp #HBCU #HBCUdigital

Mississippi Veterans Memorial Stadium has been a house of horrors for the FAMU fan, and in all honesty Jackson State has been a boogy man for the FAMU Fan.The 2025 contest was an indictment on the football program that reigns fresh in the minds of all who were in Bragg Stadium and the failures of the 2024 contest in Thee Vet also reminds many FAMU faithful of how close this game was.The hope this year is that FAMU will not only challenge Jackson State but will find a way to turn this House of Horrors upside down.Fangs Up!#FAMU #FangsUp #HBCU #HBCUdigital

Last year saw Alabama State finally get over the FAMU sized hump in the schedule in a very lopsided victory over the home Rattlers. This year's battle has Alabama State sitting again near the top of the SWAC’s preseason polls and expecting to again make a run for the SWAC title. But here come the Rattlers who seemingly have nothing to play for but everything to gain. The Rattlers get the opportunity to ruin homecoming and preserve the winning streak that has been established in the GUMP.This is going to be a movie!Fangs Up#FAMU #FangsUp #HBCU #HBCUdigital

Alabama A&M and Florida A&M University is not a rivalry of any sort, especially on the football field. This is largely because the Bulldogs have yet to defeat the Rattlers since the two have been in the SWAC. Well this year the teams meet again with the hopes that we will see more of the same. But Alabama A&M has a veteran QB that is returning and a 2nd year head coach all while FAMU looks very brand new. But by this point in the Season FAMU will know what they have and who they are.Also we are welcoming another personality to the show to see about enhancing the product.Good Times for some Good Conversation.Fangs Up!#FAMU #FangsUp #HBCU #HBCUdigital

Tennessee State is known as the land of Golden Sunshine but on the day that these two teams play FAMU, we are looking for Dark Clouds to be on the horizon. This game is built upon the years of rivalry and angst which extends from the playing field to the marching bands. This could be a very important game for FAMU Football after spending a week in South Florida.Fangs Up!#FAMU #FangsUp #HBCU #HBCUdigital

Albany State makes a return trip across the border to open the season against FAMU and even the most discerning of fans believes that the Rams will need persons from the Field to Mob the Rattlers if they hope to pull off an upset. Both teams have new coaches and neither fanbase wants to be asking Where Are We Going. Welp, the question will be can Project Dreams happen on the field of dreams during this game as last years game took the Rams coach from Ashy to Classy. It gets Real in the Field as we open our too early to tell season preview with the team from the 229. Fangs Up!#FAMU #FangsUp #HBCU #HBCUdigital

One thing about the Fangs Up Podcast is that the show tries to be honest with the audience. And while the show is not coming to an end any time soon in the foreseeable future we will see some slight changes. Let's talk openly about these changes that are coming to the show while we also talk about the FAMU striketour, and some of the information we got about the TV contracts. A good time to talk about HBCU Sports even when it has slowed a bit.#FAMU #FangsUp #HBCU #HBCUdigital

FAMU has been the bell of the ball on the Track surface for a few years and questions arise about the number of students that are utilizing this opportunity to use FAMU as a launching pad.Additionally we have seen friends of the show go to SWAC Media day with some positive results. Let’s welcome our friends from Fat Mouth Sports on the Show tonight to talk about what they saw and share some of the solutions they see for retaining players at FAMU. Fangs Up!#FAMU #FangsUp #HBCU #HBCUdigital

FAMU Fans had all of less than half of a week to be upset about the Football teams Preseason rankings before news that FAMU came to an agreement with the University of Georgia that cancelled a potential $650,000 pay day.This at a time when the Athletic department is on a Strike tour and the very same athletic department is asking fans to contribute for the purchase of basketball uniforms.While some are angry about the loss exposure, the bigger issue is lost revenue at a time when multiple fund raising opportunities are all circling around the beginning of Football Season.Fangs Up#FAMU #FangsUp #HBCU #HBCUdigital

It is way to early truly start the preseason predictions, largely because we are still waiting to get information about what some of the final rosters will look like. But the aggregate of what many of the FAMU Faithful are looking for is growth.Whether it be on or off the field FAMU faithful want to see growth, especially from those who have been placed on campus under this current administration. FAMU #FangsUp #HBCU #HBCUdigital

At a time when many people are going fishing it has become apparent that FAMU’s coaches are working on stocking the room with talent. From football, to Volleyball and definitely both Basketball teams we have seen a ton of offers go out and hope that some of the students decide to commit to FAMU. We also have some good questions being asked about FAMU leadership while we get some new season ticket ideas that some like and others hate. Good time for some good ideas.Fangs Up!FAMU #FangsUp #HBCU #HBCUdigital

FAMU Basketball has done an amazing job of filling the roster board and on paper this team gives the Rattler faithful a ton of hope. We have also seen that FAMU is in the midst of changes; whether it be the New One FAMU initiative, Conference changes or more. It is an interesting time to be a Rattler.Fangs Up!FAMU #FangsUp #HBCU #HBCUdigital

Many times all conversations about relationships come down to the quintessential question of how do we fund this operation. Well that question surrounds all of us who are in relations with HBCUs and more importantly for the FAMU supporter is; how do we fund this operation? Well we are to have FAMU’s Major Gift Officer Marvin Green on today to talk about some of the ways in which he is looking to have Rattler Nation and beyond to provide scaffolding for this program. Fangs Up! FAMU #FangsUp #HBCU #HBCUdigital

Between the Orange Blossom Classic, Tip-Off Classic, Florida Classic & Andre Dawson Classic it has become very apparent that FAMU as a brand is still an attractive entity to those who are outside of the FAMU universe. Along with being a brand that is garnering the attention of many FAMU has seen players get offered and commit to wearing the Orange and Green. We always love to see that because a program is only as the talent it brings in. Fangs Up#FAMU #FangsUp #HBCU #HBCUdigital

FAMU fans are watching as we see some of the children of mother FAMU advance to the next level of the NCAA tournament. At the same time we see what may be the norm for all sports as multiple FAMU Baseball athletes have hit the portal.Also our friend Troy White from Fatmouth Sports is coming on to discuss HBCU’s and post season events. Should we prioritize the tournaments or continue to cultivate our own spectacles. Fangs Up!#FAMU #FangsUp #HBCU #HBCUdigital

FAMU has one Undisputed NIL Champion and that would be the Fang Exchange. This organization is led by friends of the Show and FAMU Avengers Ashley & Tache’ who have done some amazing work in a small amount of time. We have them coming on to do a year in review of the Fang Exchange and to talk about what they are looking to do pressing forward. Good Times with Good People, Fangs Up.#FAMU #FangsUp #HBCU #HBCUdigital

Tallahassee has one hope for a championship baseball team this year and it all comes down to a Sunday game, but the only Gold that matters is the SWAC Championship. The FAMU faithful have good reason to hope that the guys in Orange and Green have a shot at winning it all. Also the Basketball team has been working hard to get a few offers out while the track team continues to set the pace before NCAA’sIt is a good time for a three day weekend and hopefully for another FAMU Championship.Fangs Up! #FAMU #FangsUp #HBCU #HBCUdigital

While other schools may have wins or losses and it does matter; these wins and losses only matter if FAMU takes care of business. So before we get too excited about celebrating the losses of our rivals, let's keep our focus on things that we feel like we can control. It's been a busy week but we always know it's never dull at FAMU.Fangs Up#FAMU #FangsUp #HBCU #HBCUdigital

FAMU Softball did not finish the way that we hoped for but it was the ending that many of us expected. While FAMU baseball prepares for the SWAC tournament as the three seed with the hopes that the team can make some upsets to win the entire thing. While the Diamond has been good to the Rattlers, the basketball team is giving the faithful a ton of hope. All this while the Football team keeps doing everything it can to right the ship and all of this information comes out as we see that the majority of Division 2 players end up retiring out of the sport. This opens an opportunity for players to move up but also has some questioning if tampering will be a new thing going forward. It’s a good time for some good trouble.Fangs Up!#FAMU #FangsUp #HBCU #HBCUdigital

FAMU has proven that it can Win the SWAC Championship Indoors and Outdoors, FAMU Softball won the SWAC and will be playing in the Gainesville regional and the 220 club was eye opening#FAMU #FangsUp #HBCU #HBCUdigital

It’s not many times that we have legends on the show but sometimes we get fortunate and today we bring back FAMU Royalty in the version of Mr. Vaugh Wilson. And if you have not been paying attention to what has been dropping from HBCU Gameday and Vaughn in the past few weeks you have missed some certified heat. Well we have one of the Goats from the highest of Seven Hill on the Show today. Let’s enjoy some good company, Fangs Up!#FAMU #FangsUp #HBCU #HBCUdigital

The baseball team has some of you asking questions about the pitching, the Softball team is preparing to Restore order within the SWAC by asserting that they are the best team in the conference. All this while the football team looks to reload its ranks by adding new Snakelets to the pit. #FAMU #FangsUp #HBCU #HBCUdigital

FAMU’s SVP caught a stray and I’m not sure we have looked into that. I normally stick to shutting up and dribbling but maybe we should take a step back to see some things. The Mic is hot tonight and we're going to act right, but we may cause a little good trouble in a short amount of time. Fangs Up#FAMU #FangsUp #HBCU #HBCUdigital

APR has been a known issue for FAMU football for a few years so I won’t play the person who is fake outraged over what I figured would be a problem.But I will also take the time to enjoy what Baseball, Softball & Golf are doing. It’s a Monday Edition of Fangs Up and we're looking for some solutions while celebrating some successes.Fangs Up!#FAMU #FangsUp #HBCU #HBCUdigital

the question has to be of how is this person, his staff and those who participate in the program able to attain such success?Well the good news is that we have the SWAC Championship winning Coach of the Year here on the show to talk about the program and where it is going as the season closes out. It’s always a good time to talk about FAMU Athletics and it is even better when we can get a coach to talk about the program.Fangs Up#FAMU #FangsUp #HBCU #HBCUdigital

The Easter Holiday is always special in most southern cities and this weekend in Tallahassee was special because FAMU’s Orange and Green Game was part of Good Friday. Beyond giving the football faithful some hope the baseball and softball teams took care of business on the diamond. Beyond the diamond FAMU’s Tennis are finishing the season by defeating its arch rival and the Track team just came back from the Florida Relays in Gainesville.Spring brings about new things and this Spring may lead to a very hot summer in Tallahassee. Fangs Up#FAMU #FangsUp #HBCU #HBCUdigital

We can all have fun with the joke of the week and also celebrate the amazing week that we have witnessed as FAMU fans. FAMU Softball and Baseball have delivered on much of the promise that those who have been looking forward to conference play were hoping for.Additionally FAMU Track was busy across the train tracks at the FSU Relays and Rattler Nation prepares for the upcoming Orange and Green Spring Game. It's always good to be a Rattler but this week in particular has Rattler Nation excited as we're getting some prepared for what could be a solid two weeks. Fangs Up#FAMU #FangsUp #HBCU #HBCUdigital

FAMU basketball fans are either thankful that it's over or really proud of what the teams accomplished. On one end the Men’s basketball team fell short as the two seed in the SWAC tournament at a time when they were the highest seed left in the tournament. While the Women’s team exceeded the expectations of many at a critical time in the year which may have some asking the questions of will we be seeing the return of both basketball coaches. But on the heels of this devastating end FAMU softball brought out the good brooms while the baseball team had an up and down performance against Southern. Also Spring Football quietly moves about as we prepare for what we hope to be a massive rebound from the previous season's results. Fangs Up!#FAMU #FangsUp #HBCU #HBCUdigital

Someone is calling in the Big Guns and per the usual the Rattlers in Arms have answered the call.Today we have the Dr. Pickett on the show to talk about the organization's efforts to support FAMU Athletics and other aspects of the university.The organization has begun a March Madness Membership Drive. This membership drive an organization has a fresh take on fan engagement which is sorely needed.In what in comparison to others is a relatively short time the organization has been able to raise over a half of a million dollars which have all been used to support FAMU students. The organization has made major moves in a small amount of time and we are glad to not only talk about them but to be all be it small part of those who support this organization. Fangs Up! #FAMU #FangsUp #HBCU #HBCUdigital

FAMU Track is winning the Meme Olympics while the basketball teams are continuing to provide split decisions between the Men’s and Women’s Teams. The Diamond Back Rattlers tried to hold their own in non-conference play and the football team is quietly doing its thing at spring practice. It’s always a good time to be a rattler, but when were approaching 100 days of no FAMU foolishness; it's even better.Fangs Up#FAMU #FangsUp #HBCU #HBCUdigital

FAMU Fans have had some reasons to get excited about the program! And for those in attendance we all know one fan in particular who adds a little energy to any section he enters. He provides a little boost of energy to the fanbase and is now the leader of Ratter Boosters. And he’s on a mission to bring some fresh ideas to Rattler boosters and we want to hear your ideas too.#FAMU #FangsUp #HBCU #HBCUdigital

FAMU Basketball took it on the Chin but the Baseball and Softball teams came through on a short weekend. Also we see that FAMU seems to have solidified its coaching staff. Love was in the Air and we will take some liberties with the schedule to see you on Monday!Fangs Up!#FAMU #FangsUp #HBCU #HBCUdigital

National Signing Day has been good to the FAMU faithful as the energy which has been surrounding the program continues to momentum that a new Coach who has favor with the faithful garners. And this kind of distraction is exactly what the faithful needed during a time when the Basketball teams are struggling. But Uncle Mo might also be extending to the diamond as well as we see both Baseball and Softball begin the season coming off red hot seasons. Lets also not forget that Uncle Mo has been doing some work on the Track as FAMU’s track program is laying a foundation for rattler pride to be exuded to even the like to the most down trodden rattler. It’s a good time to celebrate some wins. Fangs Up!#FAMU #FangsUp #HBCU #HBCUdigital

The Basketball teams have losing streaks but the track team is finding its stride and the spring sports start this week.But the big news in Rattler Nation is the success of the Restore the Strike fund raiser. FAMU’s major officer and all of Rattler Nation are owed a huge congratulations and if you have not already made a contribution I hope to encourage you to make a small donation as many hands make light work. It is a place of honor to see that FAMU is capable of raising that much money as a unit. Phase One is Complete now on to Phase Two.Fangs Up!#FAMU #FangsUp #HBCU #HBCUdigital

Both FAMU’s Men’s and Women's basketball teams have something to prove.The ladies were humbled at home while the gentlemen walked out of the gym with a one point loss. Despite these setbacks the Rattler Basketball team still finds itself near the top of the SWAC and in the Hunt for a Conference title. Also the FAMU Track team heads to Clemson while the Tennis team gets into the swing of things. We may also have some special guest Avengers on the show. Fangs Up!#FAMU #FangsUp #HBCU #HBCUdigital

FAMU Basketball fans are fair weather for a good reason. Years of a losing product coupled with many basketball options which persist make for a product which is a hot commodity. But this year the Men lead the conference and the women are giving us all hope. This on the back of a successful season gives many hope that this may be the year. We also got to see the football coaching staff fill out which is exciting for many.And baseball is also giving the faithful hope that this may be a return to the Championship game. Fangs Up#FAMU #FangsUp #HBCU #HBCUdigital

FAMU Track got a slight mention in the last show and I guess they took that personally. The track team went to Gainesville intent on sending home a message. And the message was received; this is going to be a track program that brings pride to the FAMULY! Also the Men’s Basketball extended its winning streak while the Lady Rattlers saw the end of a winning streak. Streaks being what they are, we saw FAMU football deliver via the transfer portal which also sends the message that this program may be more of a contender than others give it credit for. New Year, New Coach!Fangs UP#FAMU #FangsUp #HBCU #HBCUdigital

FAMU’s basketball teams are on a roll and we have a winning streak that is exciting the fanbase. Along with what appears to be a winning program the other sports are keeping us excited. Softball has camps, Baseball is about to kick off and football is added to the roster to fill the voids of the players that have been left behind.All of that and we have a massive giving campaign to restore the strike!#FAMU #FangsUp #HBCU #HBCUdigital

FAMU’s Women’s Basketball has a winning Streak in the SWAC! FAMU’s Men’s Basketball team just defeated Southern University to give coach Charlie his first SWAC conference victory?FAMU now has a permanent Athletic Director and the Rattlers have officially brought home Quinn Gray as the program's new Head Football Coach! Talk nice to the FAMU faithful when you see them in the streets because we have some things to Bragg about. Fangs Up!#FAMU #FangsUp #HBCU #HBCUdigital

New Athletic Director and New Head Coach mean a fresh clean slate for many in Rattler Nation! This also means we start a new season of the Fangs Up Podcast! And with some lofty goals for the season lets get an early start before things get too Crazy. Oh what a time to be a Rattler because the Champs are here!Track, Baseball, Softball and Tennis! OH MY! We will Start Early so you can Enjoy the Games! Fangs Up#FAMU #FangsUp #HBCU #HBCUdigital

Let's say it again: recruiting is the lifeblood of any program and especially those that are successful. That being stated who are some of the student athletes who may be on the next up to be supported by Rattler Nation. #FangsUp #FAMU #HBCU #HBCUdigital

Many of us are going to talk about NIL and the importance of our amazing support organizations. But when we are seeing the landscape of College Sports change, we must ask the question how HBCUs and non-P-4 schools should approach recruiting across athletics. Let’s borrow some ideas from other schools that we can use at FAMUFangs Up#FangsUp #FAMU #HBCU #HBCUdigital

In order for you to get a job most times you have to first apply for the job. FAMUans and many around the nation hope that one candidate in particular has applied for the FAMU football coaches job. While the football coaching job does not seem that it has been posted the rest of the events on campus persist. The Basketball teams are about to play in games that they seem to be overmatched, but we continue to be hopeful for some success. Additionally, graduation was such a rewarding thing to watch our students experience. Here is hoping that FAMU plays the game off the field so we can enjoy the victories on the field. Fangs Up#FangsUp #FAMU #HBCU #HBCUdigital

Mob Rule may be a thing but in this case FAMU people have spoken with dollars that now seem to make sense of some things. One of those things that made sense was the firing of a football coach and the reutilization that NIL is important. It is a great time to weak up as tax season will be coming and some hope that you will give money back.Some moves are chess moves while others are checkers and the Rattler Football fanbase has to already crowned a new King! Fangs Up

On the heals of a Long season FAMU alumni and fans came home to the news that Head Coach James Colzie has been relieved of his duties. Not news to be celebrated but this episode serves as a celebration of FAMUly coming together through the thick and thin.The cast has come to be known as the FAMU Avengers by some and have been able to share in the ups and downs of the season. Join us one more time as we come together to talk about what future we see for FAMU football.

FAMU’s Early Signing day is here and it seems like things are very quiet on the Highest of Seven Hills. This is not normally a good sign for a football program as recruiting is the life blood of a good program and unless we see some massive change for the future, this is another cause for concern for the FAMU faithful. We will Raise the Orange Flags because we have Troy from Fat Mouth Sports here to talk about recruiting and to help us figure out how FAMU can improve. Also FAMU basketball almost won and FAMU Volleyball prepares for the NCAA tournament!Good Times with Good People!Fangs Up!#FangsUp #FAMU #HBCU #HBCUdigital

Keith, Kelvin and the Super Friends unite to talk about the FAMU vs MVSU game. Ashley (Fang Exchange), Mr. Campbell (HBCU Coaches Corner), Troy (Fat Mouth Sports), JPeeps (Penalty Talk) and Bryan Fulford (O&G Strikezone) all join forces to talk to the people about the Rattlers loss to Mississippi Valley State. It's a tough but long conversation that discusses what could be in the future for Rattler Football. #FAMU #FangsUp #HBCU #OandGStrikezone #FangExchange #HBCUcoachesCorner #PenaltyTalk

FAMU finished the football season against Mississippi Valley State in a make-up game which may have helped the Rattlers stave off a losing season. On the other end of the spectrum is the SWAC Champion FAMU volleyball team who parlayed a successful run in the SWAC tournament into an NCAA tournament berth. Both teams finish the season around the same time but one team leaves the faithful with good feelings about the future of the program while the other team has fans wondering who the next coach will be.#FangsUp #FAMU #HBCU #HBCUdigital

Bryan, Kelvin, Keith and the FAMU Sports Media "Super Friends" review the latest Florida A&M football game against Bethune-Cookman where the Rattlers lost the Florida Classic 38-34 to fall to 5-6 overall, 4-3 in conference play.The Monday Night Review is a special show during football season. Weekly shows air on Wednesday night from 8 pm ET / 7 pm CT.Be part of the conversation in the chats on YouTube (MyJBNOnline & OandGStrikeZone) and Facebook (@OandGStrikeZone & @MyBCSN1), and make your voice heard.Make a donation to the show via this link: https://square.link/u/J3o0SNih/ or Cash App: $MyJBNMyBCSNFollow The O&G StrikeZone on X/Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube: @OandGStrizone#FAMUFootball #MondayNightReview #FloridaClassic

The Florida Classic was an abject disaster if you are a FAMU fan.In what is now thankfully not the last game of the season .The game proved to be a microcosm of the many failures of the 2025-2026 season and did nothing but add fuel to the fire of those who are calling for a coaching changeAlso the Volleyball team upheld the standard even when it was feared that the team might not make it. And we mercifully begin to prepare for Spring Sports. Fangs Up#FAMU #FAMUly #Rattlers #SWAC #FAMUvsUAPB #HBCU