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Angel Reese says she would've attended an HBCU, picks Howard
Chicago Sky star expressed desire to be an HBCU alum during HBCU Awarefest
Mar. 30, 2026 at 7:33pm
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A dynamic illustration captures the spirit of a basketball star who proudly embraces her HBCU roots.Itta Bena TodayIn a video posted to her social media accounts, Chicago Sky star Angel Reese revealed that she would have chosen to attend Howard University if she had the opportunity to attend an HBCU. Reese, a native of Maryland, said she always wanted to go to an HBCU and that Howard was her top choice, though she ultimately decided to play for a Power Five program.
Why it matters
Reese's comments highlight the growing interest and support among top women's basketball players for HBCUs. As more elite recruits express a desire to attend and compete for HBCU programs, it could lead to increased visibility and resources for these institutions.
The details
During HBCU Awarefest in Atlanta, Reese posted a video of herself wearing Howard University-branded apparel and spoke about her previous HBCU ambitions. Reese said she 'always wanted to go to Howard' because it was close to her home in Maryland, even though she ultimately chose to play for a Power Five school. This isn't the first time Reese has expressed support for HBCUs - in 2023, she said she would have 'loved to go to an HBCU' after LSU played several HBCU opponents.
- Reese posted the video during HBCU Awarefest in Atlanta on March 30, 2026.
- In 2023, Reese made previous comments about her desire to attend an HBCU after LSU played several HBCU opponents.
The players
Angel Reese
A star player for the Chicago Sky in the WNBA who grew up in Maryland and expressed a desire to attend an HBCU, specifically Howard University.
Howard University
A historically black college and university (HBCU) located in Washington, D.C. that Reese said was her top choice if she had attended an HBCU.
What they’re saying
“I always wanted to go to Howard because … I always wanted to go to an HBCU. But I also wanted to play in Power Five. So, tough decisions. But in my second life I would be an HBCU alum and I would be a Howard alum. Because I just know I wanted to go to Howard and it's close to home. I'm from Maryland so it's close.”
— Angel Reese, Chicago Sky Player
What’s next
Reese's comments could inspire more top women's basketball recruits to consider attending HBCUs, which could lead to increased visibility and resources for these programs.
The takeaway
Angel Reese's desire to have attended an HBCU, specifically Howard University, highlights the growing interest and support among elite women's basketball players for historically black colleges and universities. As more top recruits express interest in HBCUs, it could lead to positive changes for these institutions.
