HBCU Sports Convos: Dawn Thornton, Thai Floyd, Larry Scott, Andrew Body, & Kim Y. Davis
Welcome back to HBCU Legends! In this episode, host Kyle T. Mosley sits down with trailblazing basketball coach and undeniable style icon, Coach Dawn Thornton—currently leading the charge at Alabama A&M. Coach Thornton opens up about her journey from Jackson, Mississippi, to the sidelines of some of the most competitive HBCU basketball programs in the country.
You'll hear about her passion for fashion and community, her work mentoring and uplifting young athletes, and the unique challenges of coaching and building successful programs at HBCUs. Coach Thornton also shares insights on balancing the demands of winning, keeping her teams healthy, and creating opportunities for her players to shine—on and off the court.
Plus, she gives us an inside look at her experiences at the ESSENCE Festival and how she’s making waves both in women’s college basketball and the world of fashion. Whether you’re a basketball fan, an aspiring coach, or just love stories of perseverance and impact, this episode is packed with inspiration, heart, and plenty of style. Let’s get into it!
Also In this very special episode, Kyle T. Mosley takes you deep inside the world of Black college sports through the incredible journey of trailblazer Thai Floyd herself, who has just made history as Alabama A&M’s first full-time play-by-play announcer. With close mentorship from legends like Tiffany Greene and Pam Oliver, and a strong family legacy in football, Thai opens up about the grind, the setbacks, and the prayers it took to break barriers in the SWAC and beyond.
Tune in as Thai shares candid stories about navigating her career from FAMU to Alabama A&M, working multiple jobs while pursuing her dream, and the network of inspiring women who helped shape her path. You’ll also hear about the crucial role of faith, family, and hustle in her rise, how she’s preparing for her first season in the booth, and the importance of telling HBCU athletes’ stories from the inside out. Whether you’re a sports insider, an HBCU supporter, or someone chasing your own breakthrough, Thai’s journey is sure to motivate and inspire you.
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