Written by: Justin “J.B.” Baines
The Alabama State Hornets are set to celebrate homecoming in Montgomery this Saturday with a pivotal Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) matchup against the Bethune-Cookman Wildcats. The Hornets will look to defend their home turf in front of a packed crowd at ASU Stadium, while the Wildcats aim to spoil the festivities with a statement road win.
Bethune-Cookman comes into Montgomery with confidence and looking to build on a 2-game winning streak after upsetting Alabama A&M last week. They have shown flashes of explosiveness on offense. QB Cam’ron Ransom will look to make explosive plays with both his arm and legs, making them a dangerous opponent capable of striking quickly. Defensively, Bethune-Cookman will look to disrupt Alabama State’s rhythm by forcing turnovers and controlling the line of scrimmage.
Bama State enters the game looking to build momentum in the SWAC East race. Their defense has been solid over the past three games, holding teams to a total of 30 points overall. They have consistently applied pressure up front, broken up passes on the backend, and limited opponents’ scoring opportunities. Offensively, Bama State will rely on a balanced attack, with the running game setting the tone and the passing game looking to capitalize on big-play opportunities. Protecting the football and sustaining drives will be key to keeping the Wildcats’ defense on the field.
Homecoming at Alabama State is always one of the most anticipated weekends of the year, with alumni, students, and fans filling the stadium for an electric atmosphere. Beyond the celebration, this matchup holds weight within the SWAC East standings, as both teams look to strengthen their position in the division race. Bama State will look to feed off the crowd and control the tempo early. Bethune-Cookman’s speed and playmaking ability make them a dangerous opponent, but if the Hornets’ defense can limit explosive plays, they have a strong chance to secure a victory.
Kickoff is set for Saturday at ASU Stadium, where the Hornets will aim to make homecoming a winning celebration!
Watch “The Black and Gold Show” Homecoming Edition here: 🎥 https://www.youtube.com/live/GTI1ZCI_IfM?si=hnn8-SfE3sNFu45J