Vilberforce University makes the first step to revive a football program

Wilberforce University is Exploring opportunities Returning your football program after a decade of inactivity. In a statement published in 17. September, he announced the University to implement the Feasibility Study to determine if he revives his Once Covered Football Team of HBCU is a sustainable option.

“As Vilberforce is preparing for the surpest of 1,000 students in enrollment until 2026. years, it is time to revise the legacy and potential of our football program,” said President Wilberforce dr. VANN R. Newkirk in Vilberforce statement. “Enrollment growth implies this study and believe that soccer could be a powerful catalyst for student engagement, school pride and institutional visibility.”

According to the institution, the study is conducted in response to a recent increase in enrollment and desire to expand student life and athletic bids on campus.

Founded in 1856. years, Vilberforce University is the oldest private HBCU NationFounded before the civil war, with the Cheiinei University and Lincoln University of Pennsilvania. The institution has a rich football history, with the “green wave” is one of its age in the early 1900s. Previous main coach Harry C. Groves, Tim 1931. He went undefeated, famous to finished a winning series of 35 games held by a multi-year supply of Tuskegee University. The football program was eventually interrupted after the central country was divided by Wilberforce.

The University considers potential revival of the football program as a way to further increase enrollment and increase the visibility through media exposure. It also aims to improve the overall experience of students and provide a new way that alumni engages with its Alma maternal. Although the feasibility study does not guarantee the return of the team, it is a crucial first step in assessing the necessary infrastructure and resources needed for success.

“This is not just about football,” said Dr. Nevkirk. “It’s about the return of heritage, running our campus and shows the world that Wilberforce is ready to lead again and from the field.”