April 14, 2026 - Sneaker Shop Talk

Albany State Women’s Hoops News: Yasmine Fairchild promoted to full-time assistant

April 14, 2026 Staff

Courtesy of Albany State Athletics Albany State University Head Women’s Basketball Coach Todd Triplett has announced the promotion of Yasmine Fairchild to full-time Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach, effective April 13, 2026. Fairchild, a proud Albany State alumna and former student-athlete, joined the Golden Rams staff during the 2025–26 season in a part-time role and has quickly established herself as a rising coach with strong ties to the program. A native of Lawrenceville, Georgia, she earned her degree in Health and Human Performance and has plans to pursue her master’s degree. During her undergraduate career,…

Reloading the Champs: Breaking Down Tennessee State’s 2026 Additions

April 14, 2026 Brandon King

After a breakthrough season that saw Tennessee State Tigers men’s basketball rise to the top of the OVC, the focus now shifts from climbing to staying there. Head coach Nolan Smith has taken an aggressive approach to the offseason, adding three intriguing pieces in JUCO standout Leyton Gibbs-McGovern, Iona transfer Deondrea Lindsey, and former Memphis forward Daniel Viera-Tuck. Each brings a different element—but together, they reveal a clear vision for the program moving forward. Perimeter Explosion: Gibbs-McGovern’s Athletic Scoring In Gibbs-McGovern, Tennessee State adds a player whose game is built…

Raven Johnson inks multi-year deal with Adidas

April 14, 2026April 14, 2026 Brandon King

The No.10 overall selection in the 2026 WNBA Draft, Raven Johnson, has signed a multi-year deal with Adidas, per Nick DePaula. Terms of the deal have not been disclosed.