The MEAC and CIAA proved to be the better black college football tandem, as the pair representing the East defeated the SIAC and SWAC in the first-annual HBCU Bowl 26-21.
The game’s MVP, FAMU’s LeRoy Vann returned a punt for a touchdown to create the game’s signature play, but the Joe Taylor-led East team put together a balanced passing attack to control the contest.
What is interesting to note about the HBCU Bowl, is that the coverage of the game is clearly in favor of the Division I seniors playing in it. I challenge you to do a news search about the game, and find any feature stories about standout play from seniors representing the SIAC and CIAA.
The coverage has been extensive, but unbalanced, to say the least. I guess that’s what happens when everybody runs with the AP version of the game story.
Nevertheless, an estimated 3500 fans attended the game, and scouts from every NFL team and the Canadian Football League and the Arena League. When it comes to the attended effects of getting pro attention and intriguing fans, mission accomplished on both ends.
