Albany State was awarded three Commissioner's Cup in the Men's Division and two in the Women's Division. Over the past 10 years Kentucky State has not been awarded the SIAC Commissioner's Cup in either the Men's Division or Women's Division.
A situation (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats) analysis was conducted to consolidate themes identified from the results from the three Survey Questionnaires, interviews, assessment of athletics facilities and IPP data. The situation analysis reflects consistent feedback on strengths, areas for improvement, potential challenges and opportunities for growth.
Student-Athletes: There is strong sense of community, support and camaraderie from student-athletes for each other and the coaches. The student-athletes are resilient and highly motivated to excel in both academics and athletics despite the many obstacles they encounter daily.
Coaches: Kentucky State Athletes draws strength from its primary assets its student-athletes and coaches. The men and women who coach, teach and lead are dedicated and provide service to the student-athletes daily even though they do not have sufficient resources, satisfactory compensation, adequate facilities and enough support staff.
Athletic Leadership: The visionary leadership from the newly appointed Athletics Director and the work ethic, dedication and commitment to the student-athletes from the two other athletics administrators and one athletic trainer are commendable.
Dedicated and Passionate Alumni: The athletic alumni of Kentucky State are passionate about their alma mater and care deeply about the athletics program being successful.
Athletics History and Tradition: Kentucky State has a rich and proud history of successful teams. Men's basketball captured three NAIA National Championships in 1970, 1971 and 1972. Women's basketball captured a NAIA Championship in 1981. Men's cross country captured a NCAA College National Championship in 1964, and the men's track, and field team won the NCAA College National Championship in 1971. The football team captured the 1934 and 1937 Black College National Championship.
Operating Budget Constraints: Operating budgets are inadequate to provide a quality NCAA Division II experience for the student-athletes.
Personnel and Staffing: The athletics program is understaffed especially regarding full-time assistant coaches, athletic trainers, strength and conditioning staff, athletics administrators and student-athlete support services staff.
Low Salaries: There is dissatisfaction with compensation, with many staff members feeling salaries are not competitive or reflective of their responsibilities.
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