DURHAM, N.C. (May 6, 2026 — The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA®) will host its “Live the Legacy” Golf Tournament on Monday, July 13, 2026, at Hillandale Golf Course in Durham. The event will take place in conjunction with CIAA Football Media Day, bringing together conference leadership, coaches, student athletes, alumni, and supporters for a day of fellowship, competition, and celebration of the CIAA’s rich history.
The “Live the Legacy” Golf Tournament is designed to honor the conference’s longstanding tradition of excellence while supporting future initiatives that enhance the student athlete experience across all CIAA member institutions.
Teams and individuals are invited to participate in this premier summer event. The entry fee is $600 per four-person team or $150 per individual. Participants will enjoy a full day of golf, networking opportunities, and engagement with key stakeholders from across the conference.
“This event is a meaningful way to connect our past, present, and future,” said CIAA Commissioner McWilliams Parker. “As we gather during Football Media Day, the tournament provides an opportunity to celebrate our legacy while investing in continued growth and success for our student athletes.”
The tournament is expected to draw a wide range of participants, including institutional representatives, corporate partners, and community supporters, all united in their commitment to the mission and impact of the CIAA.
Event Details
Date: Monday, July 13, 2026
Location: Hillandale Golf Course, Durham, NC
Entry Fee: $600 per team or $150 per individual
Registration Link: Click Here.
Sponsorship opportunities are also available. For more information on sponsorship packages, registration, or event details, please contact Jessica Incorminias (JIncorminias@theciaa.com).
About the CIAA
Founded in 1912, the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) is the first, and longest running, African American athletic conference in the U.S. and one of the most recognized conferences in Division II. The CIAA conducts 14 championships attended by more than 150,000 fans from around the country. The Basketball Tournament has been honored as a 2019 Champion of Economic Impact in Sports Tourism by Sports Destination Management, the leading publication with the largest circulation of sports event planners and tournament directors in the sports tourism market, for both 2018 and 2019.
Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, the CIAA is governed by the Presidents and Chancellors of its 12 member institutions: Bowie State University, Bluefield State University, Claflin University, Elizabeth City State University, Fayetteville State University, Johnson C. Smith University, Lincoln University of Pennsylvania, Livingstone College, Shaw University, Virginia State University, Virginia Union University, and Winston-Salem State University.
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