Category: SIAC

South Carolina State, Johnson C. Smith Headline Inaugural 2026 Preseason Black College Football Poll

Brandon King

Defending HBCU champions South Carolina State and Johnson C. Smith have been voted No. 1 in the inaugural 2026 Preseason Black College Football Poll, making history as the first programs to top the newly established national rankings. The poll, which is endorsed by the MEAC, SWAC, CIAA and SIAC, provides an official weekly ranking of HBCU football programs across NCAA Division I (FCS) and Division II. The rankings are determined by a panel of HBCU head coaches and media members and are designed to become the definitive benchmark for Black…

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Albany State’s Luke Addison Earns ABCA/Rawlings NCAA Division II All-South Region First Team Honors

Brandon King

Albany State senior Luke Addison has been recognized as one of the top players in the region, earning a spot on the 2026 ABCA/Rawlings NCAA Division II All-South Region First Team. The honor highlights Addison’s outstanding production and leadership throughout the season, as he played a key role in the success of the Golden Rams this year. Widely regarded as one of the premier players in the South Region, Addison’s consistency at the plate and impact on both sides of the game helped separate him from the competition. Addison put…

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Albany State announces athletic realignment

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Courtesy of Albany State Athletics ALBANY, Ga. – Albany State University Athletics has announced a strategic realignment of its sport sponsorship structure, following approval from the University System of Georgia. The realignment includes the discontinuation of the women’s soccer program and the addition of men’s and women’s indoor track and field, effective for the 2026–27 academic year. Following a comprehensive review of Albany State’s athletics offerings, the realignment was developed with consideration given to conference membership, resource optimization, and long-term sustainability. The changes are designed to strengthen the department’s structure and…

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HBCU GO Unveils 2026 Televised Football Lineup Featuring 13 National Broadcast Games

Brandon King

HBCU Gp announced their televised slated of football games for the 2026 season. The 13-game lineup, running from August 29 through November 21, continues HBCU GO’s mission of elevating HBCU athletics on a national stage through free streaming and broadcast distribution across multiple platforms. 🏈 Full 2026 HBCU GO TV Schedule Week 1 – Aug. 29North Carolina Central vs. Texas Southern Week 2 – Sept. 5Edward Waters vs. Jackson State Week 3 – Sept. 12Alcorn State vs. Arkansas-Pine Bluff Week 4 – Sept. 19Tennessee State vs. Florida A&M Week 5…

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Todd Day Sr. promoted to head men’s basketball coach at Edward Waters University

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After steadying the program in an interim role, Todd Day Sr. has officially been named the head men’s basketball coach at Edward Waters University. Day took over midseason and helped guide the Tigers to a 15–16 overall record, including a 12–12 mark in SIAC play. While the record may not pop off the proverbial page, however the team showed promise under his leadership that could be the foundation for future success, making a strong case for removing the interim tag. Before arriving in Jacksonville, Day built a winning culture at…

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Edward Waters adds guard Asiana Britt via transfer portal

Brandon King

The Edward Waters University women’s basketball program continues to build out its roster, adding guard Asiana Britt through the transfer portal. Britt arrives from Florida SouthWestern State College, where she appeared in 31 games for the Bucs , where she averages 11.6 points and 3.2 assists per game bringing junior college experience and added depth to the Lady Tigers’ backcourt ahead of the upcoming season. A Jacksonville native, Britt’s addition carries a bit of homegrown significance, as she returns to a familiar area to continue her collegiate career. Known for…

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

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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,…

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SIAC announces Trackletes of the Week

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Courtesy of the SIAC  The Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference announced its Women’s Track and Field Athletes of the Week on Tuesday, March 17, honoring student-athletes for impressive performances in meets last week. Anaya Martin and Mia Lindsey of Tuskegee University were recognized. WOMEN’S TRACK ATHLETE OF THE WEEK | ANAYA MARTIN| Junior | Clarksburg, Md|TUSKEGEE UNIVERSITY Martin delivered a strong performance in the distance events for Tuskegee at the Falcon Classic hosted by the University of Montevallo. The junior finished first overall in the women’s 3000-meter steeplechase, crossing the line in 12:13.70 to lead a group of…

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Making a Difference: Albany State Football reads with students at Radium Springs Elementary

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image via Albany State University Courtesy of Albany State Athletics Coaches, administrators, and members of the Albany State University football team spent the morning of Friday, March 6, giving back to the community by participating in Read Across America Day at Radium Springs Elementary School. From 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., Golden Rams student-athletes and staff visited classrooms throughout the school, reading with students and emphasizing the importance of literacy, education, and positive role models. The visit provided an opportunity for young learners to engage with ASU student-athletes while reinforcing the…

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Albany State University  Announces Change in Men’s Basketball Leadership

Brandon King

After eight seasons leading the program, Patrick Gayle has stepped down as head men’s basketball coach at Albany State Golden Rams, effective immediately. Albany State’s Director of Athletics issued a statement thanking Gayle for his service: “We appreciate Coach Gayle’s commitment to Albany State and the time he has invested in our student-athletes over the past eight years. We thank him for his service to the university and wish him well in his next chapter.” A Tenure Marked by Progress — and Inconsistency Gayle finished his tenure with an 85–117…

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