Alabama A&M Athletics has officially unveiled its 2026 Athletics Hall of Fame Class, recognizing nine Bulldogs whose excellence as student-athletes, coaches, and ambassadors has left a lasting impact on the university’s rich athletic tradition.
The class spans multiple sports and eras, celebrating championship success, individual accomplishments, academic excellence, and professional achievements that continue to reflect positively on Alabama A&M.
2026 Alabama A&M Athletics Hall of Fame Class
Alexandria Brazelton Boyd | Volleyball (2002–2005)
A cornerstone of the most successful era in Alabama A&M volleyball history, Alexandria Brazelton Boyd helped lead the Bulldogs to four consecutive SWAC championships from 2002-05. She earned SWAC All-Tournament Team honors as a freshman before being named the 2005 Alabama A&M Volleyball MVP and SWAC Tournament MVP during her senior campaign.
Following her playing career, Boyd returned as a graduate assistant coach from 2008-09, helping the Bulldogs capture two more SWAC championships. She also excelled academically, graduating Summa Cum Laude with bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Food Science and Biotechnology.
Tania Carlton Evans | Swimming (1984–1988)
Tania Carlton Evans was a standout swimmer both before and during her time at Alabama A&M. She helped the Bulldogs win National Collegiate Swimming and Diving Championships for HBCUs in 1986 and 1987 while contributing to four consecutive national titles.
Evans also earned multiple academic honors, joined Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., was crowned Miss Senior, and graduated Summa Cum Laude in 1988.
Nedra Taylor Brown | Volleyball & Softball Coach
Nedra Taylor Brown built one of the premier volleyball programs in the SWAC during her tenure from 2007-14. She guided the Bulldogs to seven consecutive SWAC Championship appearances, four conference championships, four NCAA Tournament berths, and earned four SWAC Coach of the Year awards.
Brown also served as Alabama A&M’s head softball coach for six seasons while making a lasting impact as an administrator.
Princess Dixson-Mitchell | Volleyball (2001–2005)
One of the greatest players in program history, Princess Dixson-Mitchell helped Alabama A&M capture four consecutive SWAC championships as a player before contributing to a fifth title as a graduate assistant.
She led NCAA Division I in service aces in 2001, earned SWAC Player of the Year and SWAC Tournament MVP honors in 2003, and remains Alabama A&M’s all-time assists leader while holding multiple service ace records.
Lorie Reid Fuller | Swimming (1983–1988)
Lorie Reid Fuller established herself among the most decorated swimmers in Alabama A&M history, setting seven pool records and seven Black National records.
A three-time Black Nationals All-American, Fuller was named Black College MVP, Alabama A&M MVP, and Swimmer of the Year while qualifying for the NCAA National Championships three consecutive seasons.
Ryan Alan Shea | Track & Field (2000–2001)
Ryan Alan Shea became one of the premier multi-event athletes in school history, setting records in both the pentathlon and decathlon.
He became Alabama A&M’s first male SWAC champion, earned MVP honors in 2001, received All-Conference recognition in the decathlon, and excelled academically while mentoring local elementary students through community outreach.
LaDarius Tabb | Men’s Basketball (2014–2016)
After transferring from Shelton State Community College, LaDarius Tabb quickly emerged as one of the SWAC’s premier players.
Tabb earned SWAC Newcomer of the Year honors in 2015, was named the conference’s preseason MVP entering the 2015-16 season, led the SWAC in scoring with 19.0 points per game, and became the fastest player in Alabama A&M history to reach 1,000 career points.
Following college, he played professionally in the NBA G League and overseas before returning to Alabama, where he remains active in youth mentorship through his Heart of a Baller initiative.
Terrance Vanlier | Men’s Basketball (1996–2000)
Terrance Vanlier helped establish Alabama A&M as a Division I contender during the program’s early years in the SWAC.
During the Bulldogs’ inaugural SWAC season, he averaged 17.8 points and 6.6 rebounds per game while earning First-Team All-SWAC honors in 2000. He also became a member of Alabama A&M’s prestigious 1,000-Point Club before continuing his professional career in Spain and the ABA.
Barry Wagner | Football (1986–1990)
Barry Wagner remains one of the most prolific wide receivers in Alabama A&M football history.
As a senior, he hauled in 112 receptions for 1,817 yards and earned Associated Press and Football News Division II All-America honors while being named SIAC Player of the Year. His legendary performance against Clark Atlanta included 23 receptions for 370 yards and five touchdowns, all school records.
Wagner went on to become one of the greatest players in Arena Football League history, recording 991 receptions, 13,363 receiving yards, and 265 touchdowns, including seven consecutive 1,000-yard seasons.
Looking Ahead
Additional information regarding the 2026 Alabama A&M Athletics Hall of Fame induction ceremony, including ticket information and event details, will be announced at a later date.
