CELEBRATING TIGER EXCELLENCE
2026
HONOREES
THREE TIGERBELLE LEGENDS.
ONE EXTRAORDINARY LEGACY.
MEET THE HONOREESTHE 2026 CLASS
TIGERBELLE
TRAILBLAZERS
Olympians, champions and mentors whose achievements elevated Tennessee State on the world stage.
01OLYMPIC SILVER MEDALIST
KATHY
MCMILLAN
A legendary Tigerbelle and Olympic silver medalist, Kathy McMillan earned a silver medal in the long jump at the 1976 Olympic Games in Montreal, Canada. Her achievements helped solidify Tennessee State University's reputation as one of the nation's premier producers of Olympic track and field talent.
02OLYMPIAN & TIGERBELLE
BRENDA
MOREHEAD
An exceptional Tigerbelle sprinter, Brenda Morehead represented the United States in the Olympic Games and remains an important part of TSU's rich Olympic legacy. Her accomplishments exemplify the excellence and determination that have defined generations of Tigerbelles.
03OLYMPIC CHAMPION & COACH
CHANDRA
CHEESEBOROUGH
An Olympic champion, Hall of Fame athlete, and longtime coach, Chandra Cheeseborough has dedicated her life to advancing the Tigerbelle tradition. Her success on the world stage and commitment to mentoring student-athletes have brought international recognition to Tennessee State University.
THE TIGERBELLE TRADITION
EXCELLENCE
THAT ENDURES.
The 2026 honorees embody the speed, strength, leadership and determination that made the Tigerbelles legendary. Their stories continue to inspire the next generation of Tennessee State champions.