Tennessee State becomes first HBCU to offer hockey

Tennessee State University became the first historically black college or university (HBCU) to offer collegiate level hockey.

Through a partnership with the NHL and the Nashville Predators, the TSU program will begin play in 2024 as a recognized club level team and aims to achieve Division I status in men's and women's hockey, the university said Wednesday.

"Bringing ice hockey to Tennessee State University is a part of