a national tradition in the making

The Championship is the first-ever and only national postseason soccer tournament created exclusively for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Designed as both a competitive platform and a cultural movement, it brings together men’s and women’s HBCU soccer programs from across the country to celebrate legacy through competition, culture, and impact. 

In the broader NCAA landscape, HBCU soccer programs stand on the margins — not because they lack talent or potential, but due to historic underinvestment, limited resources, and the absence of a national platform to stoplight HBCU soccer excellence. The Championship changes that. It provides a bold and innovative solution — a platform that redefines where HBCU soccer stands, both nationally and culturally.

To elevate HBCU soccer by delivering a high-quality postseason experience that drives visibility, opportunity, economic impact, and community pride.

To establish The Championship as a timeless, iconic national tradition—A tradition where legacy competes, culture thrives, and champions rise.