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FAMU basketball to participate in Chris Paul HBCU Classic in December

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 8:09 PM

Last updated Aug 10, 2026

FAMU basketball to participate in Chris Paul HBCU Classic in December

Summary

Florida A&M men's basketball will compete in the Chris Paul HBCU Classic this December in Washington, D.C. The event is scheduled for December 4-5 and will also feature teams like Grambling State, Hampton, Howard, and Tennessee State. This follows a surprising season for FAMU, which had a successful showing in the Southwestern Athletic Conference under second-year head coach Charlie Ward. The Rattlers advanced to the semifinals of the SWAC Tournament and have upcoming matchups, including games against Florida State and Florida later this year.

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By the Numbers

•FAMU to play Hampton on December 4 and Tennessee State on December 5
•Event relocates to CareFirst Arena in Washington, D.C.
•Charlie Ward leads the Rattlers in his second season as head coach
•FAMU had a 14-17 record last season and reached the SWAC Tournament semifinals
•Other scheduled games include Florida State on November 2 and Florida on December 21

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8:09 PMYahoo Sports — FAMU basketball lands in Chris Paul HBCU Classic after surprise run

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After a surprising season, FAMU men’s basketball will be in the nation’s capital to play in the Chris Paul HBCU Classic this December.
— Yahoo Sports

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