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2027 Hall of Fame Nominations open now

Nomination submissions for the TUAHOF Hall of Fame Class of 2027 open January 1, 2026 and must be submitted by December 31, 2026.

Nominees selected for Class of 2027 induction will be notified in February 2027. The upcoming induction celebration scheduled for September 2027 during the first football home game weekend.

Read more info about nomination process.

The Tuskegee University Athletic Hall of Fame’s mission is to honor former Tuskegee student-athletes and coaches for their life accomplishments. The inductees selected have demonstrated the highest level of character and integrity.

The nomination package is available on our website HERE.

Class of 2025 Enshrined and Scholarships awarded during EW

Highlights of 2025 Enshrinement Weekend included:

  • The Enshrinement of twelve former student-athletes into the Tuskegee University Athletic Hall of Fame at the Friday night banquet with over 300 attendees
  • Standalone HOF Ring Ceremony lead by Chairman Reginald Harrison and Vice Chairman Joel McCloud Jr. on Saturday Morning.  The pre-game refreshments were enjoyed by the 100+ attendees.
  • Two $2500 Scholarships awarded to the following Tuskegee student-athletes:

Key’Won Rowles
Sophomore, Computer Science-Information Systems and Physical Education
Track & Field

Tai M. Kennebrew 
Sophomore, Chemical Engineering
Cheerleading

  • TUAHOF also donated an additional $10,000.00 to a scholarship fund maintained at Tuskegee during Saturday’ s pre-game introduction of the Class of 2025.  
  • The weekend closed out with Sunday Worship in the Tuskegee Chapel where the Class of 2025 was acknowledged by President Mark Brown.

Finally, the HOF Board of Directors thank the Class of 2025 for participating in the souvenir journal fundraiser; the EW Planning Committee; all supporters; and Tuskegee University for their continuous partnership.

Class of 2025 Bios Released – Enshrinement Week

TUSKEGEE, AL — The Tuskegee University Athletic Hall of Fame is set to host Enshrinement Weekend Sept 5th-7th on the campus of Tuskegee University.

The weekend features the 2025 Enshrinement Banquet on Friday where twelve former Tuskegee student-athletes will be inducted into TUAHOF as hall of fame members. On Saturday, the day kicks off with the newly inducted HOF members receiving their HOF ring during a ring ceremony in Logan Hall.  Saturday  evening  will culminate with the Golden Tigers being honored in the pre-game of the first-ever night game in Alumni Bowl.  The weekend celebration concludes on Sunday with Tuskegee’s Fall Convocation in the Chapel  where honorees will be acknowledged.

The twelve inductees and a link to their bios are listed below:

Sylvester Robinson : Class of 1969 – Football
Bruce W. Burney : Class of 1974 – Cross Country
Edward Bernie Patrick : Class of 1979 – Football
Aloysious Brown : Class of 1980 – Football
Bruce Hadley Antone : Class of 1983 – Track & Field
Thomas Grant : Class of 1983 – Track & Field
Vickie M. Buford Jolly : Class of 1984 – Track & Field
Korda Joseph Muhammad: Class of 1985 – Football
Gayle Craig Henry: Class of 1987 – Volleyball
Britt Keith Lyle : Class of 1992* – Tennis
Kelvin DeWayne Robbins : Class of 2011 – Football
Robert LaShante Crayton : Class of 2015* – Baseball

Inductees were selected from nominations received by Dec. 31, 2024.

The Selection Committee evaluate nominations based on the following criteria:

  • Made exceptional contributions to the sport(s) they are being nominated by earning at least one letter and other awards appropriate to the sport.
  • Direct, consistent and current financial support to university within 5 years prior to the submission of application.
  • Graduate of Tuskegee University or graduate of some other university
    (4-year degree) for at least 10 years prior to nomination.
  • Demonstrated leadership qualities through professional accomplishments.
  • Community service exhibited.

For more info please visit tuskegeehof.org.

2007 TUAHOF Class Member Howard L. Miller pass away

Howard L. Miller, HOF Class of 2007, passed away on Sunday July 13, 2025, in Chicago, IL.  The Tuskegee Athletic Hall of Fame (TUAHOF) offer our sincere condolences and prayers to his wife and the entire Miller Family.

Miller played quarterback in the early 1960’s and lettered all 4 years at Tuskegee.

Miller was a proud Tuskegee graduate. He also served in the military and was a member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity.

  Read Howard L. Miller HOF BIO.

TUAHOF Class of 2025 Announced

TUSKEGEE, AL — The Tuskegee University Athletic Hall of Fame Board of Directors is pleased to announce the selection of twelve former Tuskegee student-athletes for Enshrinement into the Tuskegee University Athletic Hall of Fame. The 2025 Class includes ten Tuskegee Graduates and two graduates from other university’s that played at Tuskegee.

The 2025 Enshrinement Weekend is scheduled during the first home football game of the 2025 season weekend, September 5th-7th.   The Enshrinement Banquet will be held on Friday 9/5; the Hall of Fame Game Saturday 9/6; and Chapel Service on Sunday 9/7. 

To capture the enshrinement event and provide support to inductees and the Hall of Fame mission, a souvenir journal will be prepared. The souvenir journal will allow family, friends, colleagues and the business community to acknowledge the honoree’s achievements and to express appreciation for the many ways they have touched your life. 

The twelve inductees are:

Sylvester Robinson : Class of 1969 – Football
Bruce W. Burney : Class of 1974 – Cross Country
Edward Bernie Patrick : Class of 1979 – Football
Aloysious Brown : Class of 1980 – Football
Bruce Hadley Antone : Class of 1983 – Track & Field
Thomas Grant : Class of 1983 – Track & Field
Vickie M. Buford Jolly : Class of 1984 – Track & Field
Korda Joseph Muhammad: Class of 1985 – Football
Gayle Craig Henry: Class of 1987 – Volleyball
Britt Keith Lyle : Class of 1992* – Tennis
Kelvin DeWayne Robbins : Class of 2011 – Football
Robert LaShante Crayton : Class of 2015* – Baseball

Inductees were selected from nominations received by Dec. 31, 2024.

The Selection Committee evaluate nominations based on the following criteria:

  • Made exceptional contributions to the sport(s) they are being nominated by earning at least one letter and other awards appropriate to the sport.
  • Direct, consistent and current financial support to university within 5 years prior to the submission of application.
  • Graduate of Tuskegee University or graduate of some other university
    (4-year degree) for at least 10 years prior to nomination.
  • Demonstrated leadership qualities through professional accomplishments.
  • Community service exhibited.

Congratulations to the TUAHOF Class of 2022.

For more info please visit tuskegeehof.org.

2025-2028 TUAHOF BOD Announced, Harrison named 9th Chairman

Reginald E. Harrison, 9th TUAHOF BOD Chair

February 1, 2025 – The 2025-2028 TUAHOF BOD has been finalized and Reginald E. Harrison has been named the 9th Chairman of the Tuskegee University Athletic Hall of Fame (TUAHOF) Board of Directors.

Joining Harrison on the 2025-2028 TUAHOF BOD’s are: Dr. Joel McCloud Jr. (Vice Chairman), James Arrington (Secretary), Georginna Lockett Wright (Treasurer), Coach Belinda Roby (Financial Secretary), James M. Hill (Asst. Secretary), Otis M. McDaniel (member rep), Col. Palmer Sullins (member rep) and Leonard G. Lewis (Immediate-Past Chair).

Congratulations to Chairman Reginald Harrison and the 2025-2028 Tuskegee University Athletic HOF BOD.

50th Celebration – RSVP / Purchase Tickets Online

Banquet tickets, congratulatory Ads and HOF merchandise for the 50th Anniversary Celebration is now available.

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TUAHOF Celebrates 50th Anniversary

On behalf of the TUAHOF Board of Directors, it is a pleasure to INVITE you to a Celebration of the  50th Anniversary  of the Tuskegee University Athletic Hall of Fame.

This invitation is to all Hall of Fame Members, Family & Friends, so please MARK YOUR CALENDAR to support the HOF 50th Anniversary Celebration Weekend, Sept. 20-21, on the campus of Tuskegee University.

We request all Hall of Fame Members to support the celebration by purchasing a souvenir journal ad and banquet tickets.

Ms. Charlzine Turner, one of the TUAHOF Founding Members, is chairperson of the 50h Anniversary Celebration Planning Committee. Ms. Turner and her team has reserved some hotel rooms to help you plan your trip  to Tuskegee. Please book your accommodations as soon as possible.

Hampton Inn & Suites Montgomery-Downtown
100 Commerce Street
Montgomery, Alabama 36104 USA
(334) 265-1010

Block Name: Tuskegee Univ. Athletic Hall of Fame
Rooms availability: Sept 20 and Sept  21
(2-nights – studio suite, double suite, king deluxe)

Room rates: $191-$196 (plus tax)
Room types: Studio, Double Suites, King
Must reserve rooms by September 1st

Fairfield Inn & Suites EastChase
8970 EastChase Parkway,  Montgomery, Al 36117
(334) 260-8650

 Group Code THFC
Rooms availability: Sept 20
(1 night – double queen/king)
Room rate: $190.85(includes tax)
Must reserve rooms by August 21st.

Additionally, a  50th Anniversary Polo Shirt and Athletic Jacket is being designed  to commemorate the celebration. The Polo Shirt will be available Sept 20-21 and we anticipated the Athletic Jacket  will be available during homecoming weekend. Cost details will be available soon on our website for all merchandise.

Warm Regards,

Leonard G. Lewis, Chairman                                                                                  
Tuskegee University Athletic Hall of Fame                                                            

Ms. Charlzine Turner
Planning Committee Chair

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TUAHOF mourn the passing of HOF member Dr. Rudy Deveaux

Hall of Fame member Dr. Rudy Deveaux.

Dr. Eneas Ruel (Rudy) Deveaux, HOF Class of 2017, passed away on Sunday December 3, 2023, in Atlanta, GA.  The Tuskegee Athletic Hall of Fame (TUAHOF) offer our sincere condolences and prayers to his wife Dr. Hermia Simmons Deveaux and daughter Kennedy.

Dr. Deveaux was a valuable member of the HOF serving as Chair of the Scholarship Committee and always supporting the HOF since his induction.

Dr. Deveaux was a proud and distinguished Tuskegee University graduate and supported Mother Tuskegee through several organizations. 

  Read Dr. Deveaux HOF BIO.

Dr. Eneas Ruel (Rudy) Deveaux Homegoing Celebration 

Public Viewing
Murrays Brothers Funeral Home
1199 Utoy Springs Rd SW
Atlanta, GA 30331
Sunday December 10, 2023 from 12:00pm – 6pm EST
The family will receive guest between 1:00pm-3:00pm

Celebration of Life Service
Cascade Midtown
458 Ponce De Leon Avenue, NE
Atlanta, GA 30308
Monday, December 11, 2023 at 11:00am

The services will also be live streamed on the church website: www.cascadeumc.org

Memorial Service
Space Coast Health Foundation
1100 Rockledge Blvd.
Rockledge, Florida 32955
Sunday, December 17, 2023
Public viewing 2:00pm-3:00pm
Memorial service 3:00pm-4:00pm

The interment will be a private ceremony for the family only.

In lieu of flowers, the family is asking that contributions be made in The Rudy Deveaux Scholar Athlete Award (Scholarship) at Tuskegee University tuskegee.edu/support-tu/give on the site, choose other under designation and type “The Rudy Deveaux Scholar Athlete Award”. If you prefer to send a check , it can be mailed to Tuskegee University, Office of Development P.O. Box 1304, Tuskegee Institute, Alabama 36087. In the memo section list the name of the Scholarship.  Rudy Deveaux Scholar Athlete Award