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Braves Top Ferrum 3-1 to Reach Conference Carolinas Semifinals

By Devin McCullough In the Conference Carolinas Championship quarterfinals at Lumbee River EMC Stadium on Saturday, UNC Pembroke defeated Ferrum 3-1 thanks to two goals from senior forward Mercy Bell. The Braves (10-6-1) 3-0 sweep the Panthers (8-9-2) to 3-0-0 all-time with an outstanding 25 shots and complete control of the...

UNC Pembroke Volleyball Continues its Winning Streak

By Devin McCullough Friday Night: Braves Top Chowan, 3-1 At Lumbee Guaranty Bank Court on Friday night, the UNC Pembroke volleyball team defeated Chowan 3-1 (25-20, 26-24, 26-28, 25-11) to maintain their late-season winning streak. The Braves won for the third time in a row with a net percentage of.225 and...

SGA Celebrates Native American Legacy and Supports Community-Focused Programs

By Sanyah Taylor A series of Student Government Association meetings highlighted the university’s commitment to Native American recognition, community engagement, and student-led initiatives. November is recognized nationally as Native American Heritage Month, and the SGA formally acknowledged this with a resolution honoring Native American students, faculty, and community members. The resolution...

Lumbee Tribe To Take Energy Assistance Apps in January

The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina Department of Energy will accept applications for the Heating Assistance Program (HAP) from January 5 to 30, 2026.The department staff was scheduled to begin receiving applications on Nov. 3, but the program was delayed due to the government shutdown.LIHEAP (Low Income Home Energy...

Braves Rally Past Barton to Earn Conference Carolinas Bowl Rematch

By Devin McCullough The UNC Pembroke football team overcame a rocky start on Saturday to earn a 34–17 victory over Barton at Grace P. Johnson Stadium, wrapping up the regular season on a high note during American Indian Heritage Day. The Braves stumbled early, losing two fumbles in the opening...

UNC Pembroke Volleyball Dominates Erskine in Sweep Sets

By Devin McCullough The UNC Pembroke volleyball team was firing on all cylinders Saturday at Lumbee Guaranty Bank Court, delivering a commanding 3-0 (25-6, 25-22, 25-6) sweep over Erskine. The victory snapped a three-game skid for the Braves and showcased the team’s balanced offense and aggressive net play. The Braves (13-13,...