Morehouse College’s men's basketball team has gained national attention, with their remarkable 2025-26 season being ranked No. 22 in BCSN's Top HBCU Sports Stories of the Year. Under first-year head coach Larry Dixon, the Maroon Tigers achieved a ten-game winning streak, ended a 23-year conference tournament title drought by winning the SIAC Men's Basketball Tournament, and made their first NCAA Division II Tournament appearance since 2018. Dixon's debut season set a program record for wins by a first-year coach, solidifying his reputation in Black college athletics.

By the Numbers
  • Morehouse had a ten-game winning streak during the 2025-26 season.
  • The team won the SIAC Men's Basketball Tournament after a 23-year drought.
  • Dixon set a record with 22 wins as a first-year head coach.
State of Play
  • The BCSN SportsWrap is currently revealing top HBCU sports stories each week.
  • Collective recognition by BCSN boosts Morehouse's visibility on a national scale.
What's Next

The top stories ranking will continue weekly, culminating in the announcement of the No. 1 story on July 5. This recognition sets the stage for future successes for the Morehouse basketball program as they aim to build upon this year's achievements.

Bottom Line

Morehouse basketball’s resurgence under Larry Dixon is not just a victory for the team but a revitalization of the program, reflecting a championship culture that is poised for sustained success in the future.