Baltimore, Md. - The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) has announced its 2026 women's basketball awards and all-conference teams, and the Winston-Salem State University Lady
Rams collected several of the league's top honors, capping a remarkable season of growth and success.
Coach and Player Honors
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CIAA Coach of the Year: Tierra Terry — Under her leadership, the Lady Rams achieved one of the program's most successful campaigns, earning respect across the conference for consistent performance and strategic excellence. The last person to earn Coach of the Year was Debra Clark in 1996.
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CIAA Rookie of the Year: Breonna Roaf — Roaf had an outstanding debut season, making a significant impact on both ends of the court to claim top freshman honors among her CIAA peers.
All-CIAA Recognitions
All-CIAA Second Team Selections:
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Maia Charles — Recognized for her all-around excellence and leadership throughout the season.
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Makayla Waleed — A consistent and dynamic contributor on both offense and defense.
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Nevaeh Farmer — Provided versatile performance and energy, anchoring key moments for the Lady Rams.
CIAA All-Rookie Team:
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Ah'Kiyah Pye — Earned a place among the league's elite freshmen with her impactful play across the season.
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Breonna Roaf — In addition to Rookie of the Year, Roaf's play secured her a spot on the All-Rookie Team.
The Lady Rams capped the regular season as CIAA Southern Division Co-Champions, reflecting the program's steady rise and competitive fire in one of NCAA Division II's premier conferences.
