NEW ORLEANS, LA — The Gulf Coast Athletic Conference (GCAC) has officially rebranded itself as the HBCU Athletic Conference (HBCUAC), marking a significant transition that reflects its expanded vision and strategic growth. This rebranding effort, led by Commissioner Dr. Kiki Baker Barnes and the Council of Presidents, aims to align the conference’s identity with its mission to enhance the visibility and impact of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in collegiate sports.
The HBCUAC welcomed three new members to its roster: Stillman College in Tuscaloosa, Alabama; Voorhees University in Denmark, South Carolina; and Wilberforce University in Wilberforce, Ohio. These additions brings the conference’s membership to thirteen institutions, spanning eight states and one U.S. territory. This expansion underscores the HBCUAC’s commitment to growing its influence and providing more opportunities for student-athletes across the nation.
