Dawn Thornton

A player looking up from the ground with a camera snaps a photo of a teammates

The beauty in the chaos: Inside women’s basketball’s new era of photo day

By Rob Knox / October 10, 2025

Across locker rooms and campuses, players are claiming space, showing personality and redefining what it means to be seen

New Alabama State women's basketball coach Johnetta Hayes holds a black Alabama State jersey while being flanked by athletic director Dr. Jason Cable (left) and president Quinton T. Ross (right)

HBCU notebook: Johnetta Hayes excited to lead Alabama State’s new era and add to its rich history

By Rob Knox / September 16, 2025

Hayes: ‘The biggest thing that keeps me going every day is being able to affect change in our student athletes’ lives’

Coach Dawn Thornton during a timeout in a game against Oakwood during an exhibition on Nov. 4, 2025. (Photo credit: Alabama A&M Athletics)

How Dawn Thornton’s 20-20 vision helped Alabama A&M enjoy the view from ‘The Hill’

By Rob Knox / March 5, 2025

Thornton: ‘I knew this team would be special’