HBCU Teammates Fasting for Ramadan Help End 23-Game Streak

Alabama A&M ends 23-game skid as players compete amid Ramadan fast

For Alabama A&M, Thursday night’s win wasn’t just about advancing to the next round of the SWAC Tournament. It was about faith, focus, and finally breaking free from history. The Bulldogs ended a 23-game losing streak to Texas Southern with a gritty 85-74 overtime win that also tested their physical limits — especially for players observing Ramadan. Bilal Abdur-Rahman said fasting during tournament week added another layer of challenge but also …

HBCU Teammates Fasting for Ramadan Help End 23-Game Streak

In one of the most emotional moments of the HBCU basketball postseason so far, two Alabama A&M teammates helped deliver a major Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) Tournament victory while observing the holy month of Ramadan. Alabama A&M defeated Texas Southern 85–74 in overtime, snapping a 23-game losing streak to the Tigers and advancing in the SWAC Tournament. The Bulldogs’ performance was powered in part by the resilience of Bilal Abdur-…