Alcorn St tops Grambling St, 49-21; repeats as SWAC champ

HOUSTON -- Alcorn State's mid-October loss to Grambling State, 35-34 in overtime, was a heartbreaker. But the Braves knew another chance at the Tigers was possible. Alcorn State got that chance in the Southwestern Athletic Conference Championship Game on Saturday at NRG Stadium. This time the Braves reaped sweet revenge, beating Grambling State 49-21, to claim its second consecutive SWAC title. "These are great moments when you're able to win championships," Alcorn State coach Jay Hopson said. "I'm just proud and blessed to be a part of this journey and to be around these young men. It's truly been the greatest blessing of my life. Just humbled and appreciate everyone that's associated with our program. Great win today." The Braves (9-3) become the first team since 2002 to repeat as SWAC champs, joining Grambling State as the only program to accomplish the feat.