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
Dr. Jivanna Smith, SAAC Advisor
Angel Brooks-Thomas, SAAC Advisor 
Bryant Lavendar, FCA Advisor 

President: Arene Iyekekpolor
Vice President: Tynia Killingsworth
Treasurer: Paris Thompson
Secretary: Karmen Bernard
Parliamentarian: Jackson Pickett

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.
 

SAAC Member	Team
Ainara Aldeano Freire	Women's Soccer
Grace Ambrose	Women's Soccer
Caleb Anderson	Football
Hana Bajramovic	Women's Tennis
Karmen Bernard	Women's Softball
Omarion Blakes	Football
Taylar Brown	Women's Track & Field
Lanise Chilton	Women's Track & Field
Demetrion Duvall	Football
Jaden Gardner	Men's Track & Field
Arene Iyekekpolor	Women's Basketball
Timothy Jasper	Football
Chance Jackson	Men's Basketball
Jermiah Jones	Men's Tennis
Rylan Jones	Women's Volleyball
Tynia Killingsworth	Cheer
Lauren Nelson	Women's Basketball
Jackson Pickett	Football
Paris Thompson	Women's Softball
Eric Thomas, Jr.	Football
Chance Thurson	Men's Basketball
Bailey Upshaw	Women's Volleyball
Kei'Mya Walton	Cheer
Preston Summage	Men's Track & Field