ALABAMA STATE UNIVERSITY

ABOUT ALABAMA STATE

Founded in 1867 as Alabama's first historically Black university, Alabama State University operates 16 varsity sports from its Montgomery campus serving 4,081 students. The Hornets compete in the Southwestern Athletic Conference at the FCS level, fielding programs across football, basketball, baseball, softball, and Olympic sports. ASU's athletic footprint spans both traditional revenue sports and emerging programs like women's lacrosse, reflecting the university's commitment to expanding opportunities for student-athletes across gender lines.

Alabama State's athletic infrastructure supports competitive teams across all divisions, with football and men's basketball anchoring the Hornets' SWAC presence. The university's 16-sport portfolio positions it among the more comprehensive athletic departments within the FCS landscape, particularly within the SWAC's regional footprint. ASU's sports programs draw from the Montgomery community and throughout Alabama and the Southeast, maintaining the historical significance of athletics at an institution that has served Black students and families for over 150 years. The athletic department continues developing competitive excellence while honoring the university's legacy as a foundational HBCU in American higher education.