The Florida A&M University Sports Hall of Fame will celebrate its 50th Anniversary with the induction of its newest class on Sept. 18, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. in the Lawson Center. In addition to welcoming seven new members into the hallowed halls of the Hall of Fame, the celebration will honor the rich legacy and enduring impact of FAMU Athletics over the past half century.
The golden anniversary inductees are Judith Kibii ( Track & Field/Cross Country), Sean Gilliam (Baseball), Leroy Long (Track & Field), William Evers (Football), Tyrone McGriff Jr (Football), Brandi Tatum-Fedrick (Coach) and attorney Benjamin Crump (Supporter).
Hansel E. Tookes Sr. Trailblazers to be honored
In addition to the class of 2026, two individuals will be honored with the Hansel E. Tookes, Sr. Trailblazer Award. International long drive champion Maurice Allen will be honored for his setting the tone for the sport of golf driving excellence. Dr. Chato Waters Hendrix will be honored for her excellence as a cheerleader and choreographer for the Altanta Falcons. She currently serves as the Director of Cheerleading for the Falcons and will be enshrined into the National Football Cheerleaders Hall of Fame later this year.
The weekend festivities will begin with a golf tournament on Friday, Sept. 18. The tournament serves as a fundraiser to support the FAMU Sports Hall of Fame’s annual contribution to FAMU Athletics. Details for the tournament will be released in mid-June.
SIAC, MEAC, and SWAC Commissioners to be on hand for the event
Later that evening, the spotlight will turn to the highly anticipated enshrinement ceremony, hosted by FAMU Sports Hall of Famer Pam Oliver. Adding to the significance of the occasion, the commissioners from each of the three conferences in which FAMU has competed will participate in the program. Anthony Holloman(SIAC), Sonja Stills (MEAC), and Dr. Charles McClelland (SWAC) will each make special presentations during the ceremony…