BRAVES SAAC MISSION
To empower our student-athletes to pursue excellence in character, academics, and athletics—cultivating leadership, sportsmanship, and university pride. Through intentional efforts in community engagement, team unity, career development, and life transition support, we strive to build champions on and off the field.

SAAC Committee Officers
Jivanna Smith, SAAC Advisor
Angel Brooks-Thomas, SAAC Advisor 

President: Trellas Forrest
Vice President: Derrick Williams
Vice President: Bailey Upshaw 
Treasurer: Yahnya Acevedo
Secretary: Karmen Benard
Parliamentarian: Kayla Jones 

SWAC SAAC Constitution and Bylaws
 
What is BRAVES Student-Athlete Advisory Committee?
The BRAVES Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) is a leadership group composed of two or more representatives from each Alcorn State University athletic team. SAAC meets monthly to discuss topics and propose solutions related to academics, athletics, and the overall well-being of student-athletes at Alcorn.

In addition to serving as the voice of student-athletes, SAAC organizes a variety of CHAMPS Life Skills initiatives focused on community service, career readiness, personal development, and the promotion of academic and athletic excellence.

BRAVES SAAC also maintains open communication with the Athletic Academic Support Office, the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC), and the NCAA, ensuring student-athletes are informed and involved in decisions that impact their collegiate experience.

BRAVES SAAC Vision Statement
To cultivate a unified community of student-athletes who exemplify leadership, integrity, and excellence—empowered to impact campus, conference, and community through service, advocacy, and personal growth. BRAVES SAAC strives to elevate the student-athlete voice and enhance the Alcorn experience through purposeful engagement and championship character.

 

Name	Sport
Myles Dews	Baseball
Chance Jackson	Baseball
Shane Lancaster	Men's Basketball
Travis Roberts	Men's Basketball
Kole Williams	Football
Gideon Spottsville	Football
Trellas Forrest	Men's Track & Field
Derrick Williams	Men's Track & Field
Arene Iyekepolar	Women's Basketball
Maya Claytor	Women's Basketball
Yahnya Acevedo	Softball
Karmen Bernard	Softball
Lanise Chilton	Women's Track & Field
Taliya Spurlock	Women's Track & Field
Jerry Thomas	Men's Tennis
Katherine Grados	Women's Tennis
Bailey Upshaw	Volleyball
Kayla Jones	Volleyball
Ainara Aldeano	Women's Soccer
Nmesoma Ambrose	Women's Soccer