FAMU Women's Basketball Lands CIAA Defensive Player of the Year Breasia Coit

The Florida A&M University women's basketball program is making waves in the transfer portal, securing a commitment from one of the CIAA's brightest stars. Breasia Coit, the 2025-2026 CIAA Defensive Player of the Year, announced her decision to join the Rattlers via Instagram with a caption that read, "It's safe to say I found a new home."

The Baltimore native spent her first two collegiate seasons at Livingstone College, where she dominated the paint and established herself as one of the conference's premier players. During her sophomore campaign, Coit not only earned All-CIAA honors but also claimed the conference's top defensive award while putting up remarkable numbers on both ends of the floor.

Coit's statistical dominance in the CIAA was undeniable. The center led the entire conference in rebounding with an impressive 12.3 boards per game, while also contributing 13.1 points per game (7th in CIAA) and 2.0 blocks per game (6th in CIAA).

Among her standout performances was the Blue Bears' regular-season finale upset victory over eventual conference champion Winston-Salem State, where Coit delivered 12 points, 21 rebounds, and six blocks. She also played a crucial role in helping Livingstone achieve its first CIAA tournament victory since 2022, contributing nine points and a game-high 12 rebounds, including eight offensive boards, against Elizabeth City State.

Building for the Future

Coit joins a FAMU program looking to rebuild and return to winning ways. The Rattlers finished the 2026 season with a 9-22 overall record and a 7-11 mark in SWAC competition. The program has not posted an overall winning record since the 2015-2016 campaign when they finished 16-15.

The addition of a proven defender and dominant rebounder like Coit represents a significant step forward for the Rattlers as they aim to compete in the competitive SWAC conference. Her experience, accolades, and consistent production should provide an immediate impact on both ends of the court for Florida A&M.

Originally reported by HBCU Sports.