Wright completes his first Hornets staff
Chris Wright added Drew Wilson, Mike Scott, Justin Graham and Rosbie Mutcherson Jr. to Alabama State’s staff. James Jackson and Damian Madison remain with the program as Wright prepares for his first season.
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Chris Wright named Alabama State head coach
Alabama State selected Chris Wright to lead its men’s basketball program. The hiring announcement highlights his 332-121 career record and experience building winning teams as the Hornets begin a new coaching chapter.
Madlock steps down after four seasons
Tony Madlock resigned as Alabama State’s head coach. The university’s announcement recalled his 2025 SWAC tournament championship and the program’s first NCAA Tournament win, a last-second First Four victory over Saint Francis.
Southern stops Hornets in the SWAC final
Alabama State fell 73-56 to Southern in the conference championship game. The Hornets reached the title round for the first time since 2022, but Southern’s strong first half created a deficit they could not overcome.
Fourth-quarter push sends Hornets to title game
Alabama State defeated Arkansas-Pine Bluff 72-59 in the SWAC semifinals. Three players scored in double figures, and a strong final period separated the teams after a close contest through three quarters.
Hornets close strongly against Grambling
Alabama State beat Grambling State 56-50 to advance to the SWAC semifinals. Ny’Keria Flowers and Caylee Simpson helped lead the offense as balanced scoring and timely fourth-quarter defense decided the quarterfinal.