ATLANTA HAS SOMETHING TO SAY

HBCU ALL-STARS challenge

HBCU ALL-STARS LLC ANNOUNCES FOURTH ANNUAL HAS SOMETHING TO SAY HBCU ALL-STARS CHALLENGE

However, this is the first ever for the most prestigious 2025 ATL Has Something to Say HBCU All-Stars Challenge putting the focus this year on the best high school teams, student-athletes, and coaches in the city of Atlanta and Fulton County through our premier Black college basketball sports event.

It is very important to highlight, showcase, and expose the APS and FCS teams, students, student-athletes, coaches, administrators, parents, and alums to our prestigious and tradition rich HBCUs, brilliant coaches, and respective academics and athletics programs across the country.

This is a big-time recruiting event to attend for some of the best HBCU basketball coaches from the MEAC, SWAC, CIAA, SIAC, Independent schools Tennessee State, Hampton, North Carolina A&T State Universities, and NAIA.

Saturday, November 22

Georgia State University Convocation Center

The 4th annual ATL Has Something to Say HBCU All-Stars Challenge will be dedicated to metro Atlanta High Schools and takes place in Atlanta, showcasing exciting matchups featuring the top metro Atlanta high school basketball programs, bands, cheerleaders, dance teams, mascots, HBCUs college admissions and scholarship fair, and Black Business Expo.

MESSAGE FROM HBCU ALL-STARS FOUNDER/CEO & THE WILLIAMS FAMILY

The ATL Has Something to Say HBCU All-Stars High School Challenge will continue magnifying community outreach and initiatives, financial commitment, resources, and love for HBCUs, prospective Atlanta Public Schools, Fulton County Schools students interested in attending HBCUs, current HBCU students, student-athletes, and academic scholarships, and celebrate Black History, Black Excellence, and Black Cultural Experiences.

“We are making history once again with the HBCU All-Stars Basketball Movement and look forward to hosting another first-class event. This year it is all about representing Atlanta and showcasing Atlanta Public Schools and Fulton County Schools on a national and global platform”, said Travis L. Williams, HBCU All-Stars, LLC Founder/CEO. “These outstanding APS and FCS games will have great crowds, players, and coaches who have demonstrated a high level of talent, hard work, commitment, coaching, competition,

respect, sportsmanship, and winning at the highest level for their outstanding programs. We have this premier local, regional, national platform and global sports stage in our great city of Atlanta to tip-off the 2025-26 high school basketball season in the state-of-art Georgia State University Convocation Center featuring some of the best students, students-athletes, coaches, band directors, HBCU college admission departments, directors, counselors, that our great city, state, and nation has to offer. These young men and women will gain the necessary exposure and access to our HBCUs, athletics, and academic departments, and coaches to the rich basketball talent here in ATL”.

FEATURING THE BEST HIGH SCHOOLS IN THE METROPOLITAN ATLANTA AREA

B.E.S.T. ACADEMY
BOOKER T. WASHINGTON
FREDERICK DOUGLASS
MAYNARD H. JACKSON
BENJAMIN E. MAYS
SOUTH ATLANTA
WESTLAKE
THERRELL HIGH SCHOOL

The HBCU All-Stars Challenge High School Basketball Games, HIGH SCHOOL BATTLE OF THE BANDS, COLLEGE ADMISSIONS FAIR, AND BLACK BUSINESS EXPO are scheduled as follow:

DOORS OPEN

10:00am to 8:00pm

HBCU ALL-STARS YOUTH BASKETBALL MATTERS

EAST POINT PARKS & RECREATION YOUTH BASKETBALL TEAM

10:00 AM TO 10:45 AM

THE 411 BRAND YOUTH BASKETBALL TEAMS

11:00 – 11:45 AM

Doors open at 10:00 am for the HBCU All-Stars Youth Basketball representing the best parks & recreation and youth middle school organizations in ATL.

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Black Business Expo

10:00am to 8:00pm

On Saturday, November 22, 2025, there will a Black Business Expo from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm EST showcasing and supporting these businesses.

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HBCU college admissions & scholarship fair

11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

There will be a live HBCU college admissions and scholarship fair from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm EST providing opportunities, resources, and results.

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B.E.S.T. Academy vs Booker T. Washington

at 1:00 pm EST.

Defending GHSA State Champions B.E.S.T. Academy will play Booker T. Washington High School and set the tone for the day with the opening tip-off for the 2025-26 basketball season.

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Maynard H. Jackson vs South Atlanta

at 3:00 pm EST.

Maynard H. Jackson High School will play South Atlanta High School in big-time cross town rivalry game for bragging rights in the city of Atlanta. basketball season

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D.M Therrell vs Westlake High School

at 5:00 pm EST.

Therrell High School will play Westlake High School in a huge Atlanta Public Schools and Fulton County Schools battle representing city of Atlanta and Fulton.

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Frederick Douglass vs Benjamin E. Mays

at 7:00 pm EST.

One of the best rivalry games ever, Frederick Douglass High School will play Benjamin E. Mays High School in a huge statement game for Atlanta Public Schools.

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GET YOUR TICKETS NOW BECAUSE YOU DO NOT WANT TO BE ON THE OUTSIDE LOOKING IN FOR ONE OF THE MOST ANTICIPATED ATLANTA PUBLIC SCHOOLS VERSUS FULTON COUNTY SCHOOLS RIVALRY GAMES FOR BRAGGING RIGHTS, TROPHY PRESENTATION, AND REPRESENTING ATL AT THE HIGHEST LEVEL!!!

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“Celebrating Black History, Black Excellence, and Black Cultural Experiences”

who

HBCU All Stars LLC

We feature the top Atlanta Public Schools and Fulton County Schools and showcase and expose them to the NCAA Division I & II, and NAIA HBCU coaches from across the country.

what

ATL HAS SOMETHING TO SAY CHALLENGE

The “ATL Has Something to Say HBCU All-Stars Challenge” is a premier event in Black college basketball, highlighting exceptional metro Atlanta high school students, student-athletes, players and coaches. The week-long festivities include competitive basketball games, a college admissions fair, financial empowerment sessions, a Social Justice Panel, and a series of community outreach activities. These events aim to showcase athletic talent, academic contributions, and cultural heritage of the Black community.

when

22 | NOVEMBER, 2025

AT GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY CONVOCATION CENTER

why

This event is designed to celebrate the rich history and ongoing contributions of metro Atlanta high schools and HBCUs in shaping the landscape of higher education and sports. It seeks to empower students and athletes, promote metro Atlanta high schools, HBCUs and their academic offerings, foster community engagement, and spotlight the cultural wealth of Atlanta as a hub of Black history and excellence.

how

Exposure. Recognition. Mentorship.

Attendees can participate by purchasing tickets for specific Atlanta Public Schools and Fulton County Schools rivalry games at
www.ATLHBCUChallenge.com

Tickets are available now to purchase for only $10.00 on GoFan CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE

The event is supported through partnerships with local businesses, educational institutions, and cultural organizations to offer a holistic and enriching community experience.

Home to some of the most distinguished HBCUs, civic leaders, and loyal fans, the event brought together a diverse community to celebrate the talent and legacy of HBCU basketball. The ATL Has Something to Say HBCU All-Stars Challenge successfully honored the pride, tradition, and competitive spirit of Historically Black Colleges and universities

FESTIVITIES & CELEBRATIONS OF HBCU CULTURE

weekend events

MEDIA DAY

TBD

Press Conference and Media Day for coaches and players with live up-to-date interviews and Q&A session with national media outlets.

WELCOME RECEPTION

TBD

Join us in celebrating Black History, Black Excellence, & Black Cultural Experiences with a hint of southern hospitality. Don't miss out on this opportunity to welcome our amazing teams, student-athletes, fans, alumni, legendary players & coaches of the past, and our loyal supporters.

LEGACY COURT DEDICATION

TBD

We will work in the community and help restore and revitalize a basketball court and make it a safe space & capture the spirit of the city, highlight the ATL HBCU Challenge and bring pride to the community.

SOCIAL JUSTICE SYMPOSIUM

TBD

This “must-attend” symposium will focus on the power of HBCU sports to educate and inspire college coaches & student-athletes and promote engagement in social justice and civil rights issues. We will engage local leaders in the community and national leaders across the country in great dialogue.

community edification

TBD

Providing local vendor opportunities to be a part of this historical event with HBCU Gear, Greek paraphernalia, art, food, music, entertainment, books, etc.

STUDENT-ATHLETE EMPOWERMENT SEMINAR

TBD

Seminar exposing middle and high school students & student-athletes, & their parents to HBCUs rich history, education, and experiences on & off campus in an intimate environment with an open dialogue panel discussion.

COLLEGE ADMISSIONS FAIR

SAT, NOV. 22 10:00 AM -8:00 PM

We believe in the HBCU college experience and invite youth groups, students, and families interested in learning more about college life to attend this FREE event. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about HBCUs across the country and ask important questions to get them ready for the transition from high school to college.

Black College Experience

TBD

The ATL HBCU Challenge Experience will feature a battle of the bands & drum-Line competition, step show & Divine 9 stroll-off, dance & cheer competition, HBCU pep rally and Black Expo supporting local black owned businesses.

FINANCIAL LITERACY

TBD

Our Financial Literacy will be a key component of the HBCU Experience that aims to provide great exposure, insight and financial expertise to local high school and HBCU students, & student-athletes in attendance.

COMMUNITY OUTREACH
& ENGAGEMENT

TBD

Our players and coaches will visit local elementary, middle, and high schools; YMCA; Boys & Girls Club; Big Brothers & Sisters; and other non-profit organizations in the local area to share their HBCU experiences, read to the children, & participate in fun activities.