Excellence
Honoring championship performance, historic firsts and achievement at the highest levels of sport.
Golden Anniversary Celebration
50 Years of Honoring Athletics Excellence
Celebrating five decades of unforgettable moments, iconic traditions, championship heritage and the people who shaped the mystique of FAMU Athletics.
1976
2026
The Golden Enshrinement
History returns to The Hill.
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1976 — 2026
A legacy bigger than the record book.
For 50 years, the FAMU Sports Hall of Fame has preserved the stories of Rattlers whose achievements changed games, inspired generations and elevated Florida A&M University on the national stage.
Tradition
Preserving the culture, pageantry and pride that make the Rattler experience unmistakably FAMU.
Impact
Celebrating leaders whose influence extends far beyond competition and continues to move communities forward.
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Five Decades. One Standard.
Built to remember the legends. Designed to inspire the next ones.
The golden anniversary is both a tribute and a commitment: honor the people who built the legacy while strengthening the Hall of Fame’s continued support of FAMU Athletics.
Explore the full Hall of Fame ↗ The Golden Anniversary Class
Class of 2026.
Seven remarkable Rattlers join a tradition five decades in the making.
Track & Field / Cross Country
Judith
Class of 2026
Judith
Kibii
Class of 2026
Baseball
Sean
Class of 2026
Sean
Gilliam
Class of 2026
Men's Tennis
Leroy
Class of 2026
Leroy
Long
Class of 2026
Football
William
Class of 2026
William
Evers
Class of 2026
Football
Tyrone
Class of 2026
Tyrone
McGriff Jr.
Class of 2026
Coach
Brandi
Class of 2026
Brandi
Tatum-Fedrick
Class of 2026
Supporter
Attorney
Class of 2026
Attorney
Benjamin Crump
Class of 2026
Special Recognition
Hansel E. Tookes Sr. Trailblazer Award
Recognizing extraordinary achievement, vision and influence that expands what excellence can look like.
Golf • International Long Drive
Maurice Allen
International long-drive champion recognized for groundbreaking achievement and contributions to excellence in the sport of golf.
Cheerleading • Choreography
Dr. Chato Waters Hendrix
Atlanta Falcons director of cheerleading, honored for her accomplishments as a cheerleader, choreographer and trailblazing leader.
September 17–19, 2026
A historic weekend on The Hill.
THU17SEP
7 PM
Hall of Famers Only
Hall of Fame Social
YOU MUST RSVP FOR SOCIAL. Limited to FAMU Sports Hall of Famers.
RSVP for Social ↗FRI18SEP
8 AM–1 PM
Fundraiser
50th Anniversary Golf Tournament
A fundraising tournament supporting the FAMU Sports Hall of Fame’s annual contribution to FAMU Athletics.
Request tournament information →FRI18SEP
5:30–7 PM
Welcome Reception
Hall of Fame Pre-Reception
Gather with Hall of Famers, honorees, alumni and guests before the evening’s Golden Enshrinement Celebration.
Purchase Tickets ↗FRI18SEP
7–11:30 PM
Signature Event
Golden Enshrinement Celebration
Hosted by FAMU Sports Hall of Famer Pam Oliver, the 7 p.m. enshrinement ceremony honors the Class of 2026, followed by the Gala from 10–11:30 p.m.
7–10 PM Enshrinement Ceremony
10–11:30 PM Gala
Tickets: $100
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SAT19SEP
10 AM
Fellowship
National Rattler “F” Club / Hall of Fame Breakfast
Start Saturday with the National Rattler “F” Club and Hall of Fame community for a morning of fellowship and celebration.
SAT19SEP
TBA
Game Day
National Rattler “F” Club Tailgate
Join the National Rattler “F” Club for a Hall of Fame weekend tailgate before FAMU takes on Tennessee State.
SAT19SEP
7 PM
On-Field Recognition
FAMU vs. Tennessee State
The Class of 2026 will be recognized during pregame ceremonies before the 7 p.m. football kickoff.
Purchase Football Tickets ↗
FAMU Sports Hall of FamerPam Oliver
Your Host for the Golden Enshrinement
FAMU Sports Hall of Famer
Hosted by Pam Oliver.
Later Friday evening, the spotlight turns to the highly anticipated enshrinement ceremony, hosted by FAMU Sports Hall of Famer Pam Oliver.
FridaySept. 18
Social Hour6:00 PM
Enshrinement7:00 PM
Three Conferences. One Legacy.
A celebration across generations of Rattler competition.
Commissioners representing each of the three conferences in which FAMU has competed will make special presentations during the ceremony.
Anthony Holloman
Sonja Stills
Dr. Charles McClelland
Returning to The Hill
Legends in the room.
Icons from across the Rattler sports legacy are expected to return for the historic 50th anniversary celebration.
OFFICIAL 50TH ANNIVERSARY Preserve Your Place in History
Souvenir Yearbook Advertising
Celebrate the golden anniversary in the official 2026 FAMU Sports Hall of Fame souvenir yearbook. Purchase advertising to honor an inductee, showcase your organization or salute 50 years of Rattler excellence.
Purchase Yearbook Ad ↗ September 18, 2026
Be there when history is enshrined.
Join Hall of Famers, legends, supporters and the Rattler community for a milestone evening honoring 50 years of athletic excellence.