Willie Washington Legacy at Benedict | Columbia News

Willie Washington, the legendary face of Benedict College athletics, has passed away — leaving behind a legacy etched in triumphs and transformation. As head basketball coach and longtime AD, he led the Tigers to nine straight conference titles, expanded the athletic department, brought back football, and guided the school’s historic move from NAIA to NCAA Division II. Even in retirement, his influence endured — honored this year with a spot in the SIAC Hall of Fame. His final act? Watching the Tigers win on Saturday. The entire Benedict community mourns the loss of a true titan whose voice, vision, and devotion will forever echo through Tiger Stadium. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/041ce684c9421fb4