Tag: Winston-Salem State Basketball

Winston-Salem State women’s basketball adds Makyiah Ward out of the transfer portal

Brandon King

The defending CIAA champions continue to reload. Winston-Salem State University women’s basketball has added transfer guard Makyiah Ward out of the portal, giving head coach Tierra Terry another intriguing piece for the 2026-27 season. Ward arrives from Saint Francis University after spending her freshman campaign at the Division I level. The Oxon Hill, Maryland native appeared in 26 games (21 starts), averaging 4.8 points 4.8 points , 3.5 rebounds, 2.6 assists and 1.6 steals Ward topped double figures four times on the season, with a high mark of 15 coming…

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WSSU’s Tierra Terry named WBCA Coach of the Year finalist

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Image via WSSU Basketball Courtesy of WSSU Athletics ATLANTA – The Winston-Salem State University Head Women’s Basketball Coach, Tierra Terry was named a finalist for Coach of the Year, the Women’s Basketball Coaches Association announced today. In her first season at her alma mater, Coach Terry led the Rams to their best season, guiding WSSU to a record-setting campaign that included over 20 wins, a No. 1 seed in the CIAA Tournament, and conference championship success. Her efforts earned her CIAA Coach of the Year honors, highlighting one of the most impactful…

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Winston-Salem State extends Women’s Basketball coach Tierra Terry

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Courtesy of Winston-Salem State Athletics Winston-Salem State University has announced a two-year contract extension for head women’s basketball coach Tierra Terry following a historic 2025-26 season that elevated the program’s profile and set a new standard for success. In her first season leading her alma mater, Terry guided the Lady Rams to a 28-4 record, a CIAA Tournament championship and the program’s first appearance in the NCAA Division II Sweet 16. The team finished the season ranked No. 13 nationally and third in the Atlantic Region. Her efforts earned her CIAA Coach…

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