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Date: March 1, 2026

Lady Rams make history with first CIAA championship win

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WSSU Lady Rams win the 2026 CIAA Championship.

The Winston-Salem State University women’s basketball team delivered a dominant performance inside Baltimore’s CFG Bank Arena, defeating Fayetteville State University 60-43 to capture the CIAA Women’s Basketball Tournament championship and cap a historic season for the Rams.

With the win, WSSU improved to 26–3 overall (14–2 CIAA, 8–2 South), completing a remarkable turnaround and securing the program’s first CIAA women’s basketball tournament title.

Nevaeh Farmer led the Rams with 24 points, hitting five three-pointers in a standout championship performance. Maia Charles added 14 points and a double-double, helping anchor the Rams on both ends of the floor.

Several Rams were recognized for their standout tournament performances. Makayla Waleed, Jakaiya Mack, and Nevaeh Farmer were named to the 2026 CIAA Women’s Basketball All-Tournament Team, with Farmer also earning Most Valuable Player honors.

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