Contact: Jordan Benson, Athletics Department
Tuskegee University Athletics celebrated a historic year of championship success on Thursday evening, as participants from last season’s Tuskegee women’s tennis team and women’s track and field programs were honored with their championship rings during the Golden Tigers’ basketball doubleheader inside the Daniel “Chappie” James Center.
The ring ceremony recognized two programs that delivered SIAC championship performances during the past season, marking a milestone moment for student-athletes, coaches, and supporters.
The presentations took place between games of the men’s and women’s basketball doubleheader, where the Tuskegee community celebrated these accomplishments in front of a home crowd.
Tuskegee women’s track and field team is coming off a historic season in which the Golden Tigers captured both the SIAC Indoor and Outdoor Championships, completing a rare conference sweep and etching their names into league history. Under the leadership of head coach LaShaunda Easterling, the program demonstrated excellence across sprints, jumps, throws, and distance events, showcasing depth, consistency, and championship poise throughout the year.
Tuskegee tennis was also honored following a championship campaign that solidified the program as one of the conference’s premier competitors. The Golden Tigers secured back-to-back SIAC titles through disciplined play, resilience in pressure moments, and a strong collective effort across singles and doubles competition, continuing a tradition of excellence for the program.
“This ceremony is about celebrating the commitment, sacrifice, and championship mentality of our student-athletes and coaches,” said Tuskegee Vice President and Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Reginald Ruffin. “These rings represent countless hours of preparation and the pride of representing Tuskegee University at the highest level of competition.”
The championship ring presentations serve as a fitting tribute to two programs that exemplify Tuskegee’s standard of excellence, both in competition and in character.
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