From the Sidelines to Center Stage: Honeybeez Power ASU’s Momentum On and Off the Field

The Alabama State Hornets are buzzing this fall. With a 2-1 record and sitting second in the SWAC, ASU has already claimed key victories over the Southern Jaguars and Miles Golden Bears, with their only setback coming against FBS opponent UAB. But on game day in Montgomery, the Hornets’ success isn’t just about football, it’s about the energy pulsing through the stands. And no group embodies that electricity more than the Honeybeez.

The plus-size dance troupe, formed in 2004, has become just as synonymous with ASU football as touchdowns and marching band anthems. Every time the Honeybeez take the field, their blend of power, precision, and personality transforms the stadium into a stage, firing up fans and fueling a Hornets squad determined to keep climbing in the SWAC standings.

“Football is about momentum, and the Honeybeez give us that spark,” said a longtime Hornets supporter outside ASU Stadium. “They set the tone. When they perform, the whole crowd lifts and you can feel it on the field.”

That synergy between football and performance culture is a hallmark of the HBCU game-day experience. The Marching Hornets bring the sound, but the Honeybeez bring the soul. Their routines equal parts grit, glamour, and showmanship; hence, making them viral sensations and national ambassadors for Alabama State. From halftime glory on campus to appearances on America’s Got Talent and The Ellen DeGeneres Show, they’ve carried Alabama State’s spirit far beyond the stadium walls.

And in a season where the Hornets are building momentum, the Honeybeez’ influence feels bigger than ever. Their confidence on the sidelines mirrors the swagger of a football team determined to compete for a SWAC crown.

“Game day is about more than just football,” said one ASU cultural historian. “It’s about showcasing Black excellence and HBCU pride in every form. The Honeybeez embody that! Not only do they energize the fans, but their energy empowers the athletes, and remind the world that Alabama State is a force.”

As the Hornets prepare for the heart of their schedule, their path to a championship will be decided on the gridiron. But anyone who has spent a Saturday in Montgomery knows the team doesn’t march alone. The Honeybeez are right there with them, pushing the tempo, driving the energy, and helping transform every ASU home game into one of the most electric atmospheres in HBCU football.

Catch the Honeybeez at ASU’s next home game against the Bethune-Cookman Wildcats on October 4th, where the Hornets will look to keep their winning rhythm, and the Honeybeez will once again steal the spotlight.