The Chris Paul HBCU Classic is rolling into Washington, D.C., and CareFirst Arena is about to feel like the epicenter of Black college basketball for one packed weekend.Nine programs and a future Hall of Famer’s vision are coming together on Dec. 4-5 for an event the coaches involved say is meant to highlight HBCU hoops culture and opportunity.Clark Atlanta head coach Alfred Jordan knows exactly what this stage means for his program.“We are incredibly grateful for the opportunity to compete in the Chris Paul HBCU Classic once again. This marks the third time our program has had the privilege of participating in such a prestigious event, and we don’t take that opportunity for granted…Our team is looking forward to competing at a high level, representing Clark Atlanta University with pride, and embracing every challenge that comes our way,” Jordan said.Florida A&M head coach Charlie Ward sees the Classic as the kind of spotlight his team has earned.“Being part of the Chris Paul HBCU Classic is a great opportunity for our program and for FAMU. This is exactly the kind of stage our guys deserve, and I’m excited for Rattler Nation to see us compete on it. Chris Paul has built something special for HBCU basketball, and we’re proud to be part of it,” Ward said.
