Howard Bison Prepare for Showdown with Hampton Pirates in Truth and Service Classic

Howard Bison, the defending MEAC champion, secured a 35-21 victory over Morehouse in the HBCU NYC Classic, expanding their roster depth for the upcoming classic against former MEAC rival Hampton. Head coach Larry Scott is now focused on leading his team to victory in the Battle of the “Real HU” game against the Pirates.

Scott emphasized the importance of pride in this rivalry matchup, highlighting the friendly battle between the two teams and the significance for both programs. Hampton, fresh off a dominant 37-7 win over Norfolk State, has claimed victory in the last seven Truth and Service Classic games against Howard.

Despite the recent heartbreaks against Hampton, Scott is determined to lead his team to success on Saturday at Audi Field. The Bison have yet to secure a win against the Pirates during Scott’s tenure, but the head coach has his team focused solely on the upcoming game.

Acknowledging the past disappointments, Scott stressed the importance of approaching this game with a fresh mindset and a determination to come out on top. The players understand the significance of this matchup and are prepared to give their all to secure a victory.

With the game against Hampton being a longstanding challenge for the Bison, Scott and his team are fully committed to changing the narrative and emerging victorious in this highly anticipated showdown. The stage is set for an intense battle between these two historic HBCU football programs, with both teams eager to claim bragging rights in this classic rivalry.