Clairwin Dameus, a standout in Tennessee State University track and field from 2012 to 2016, has been selected for the Hall of Fame Class of 2026. She was a pioneering athlete, notably becoming the first TSU student to win Ohio Valley Conference Female Athlete of the Year in 2016. Dameus achieved two-time NCAA Division I First Team All-American honors, excelling in events such as the long jump and pentathlon. Her accolades include multiple OVC championships and international recognition, where she won silver in the heptathlon at the 2016 NACAC Under-23 Championships. Her academic and athletic achievements make her a hallmark of TSU's athletics legacy.

By the Numbers
  • Dameus earned three consecutive OVC Indoor Championship MVP awards (2014-2016).
  • She became TSU's first two-time NCAA Division I First Team All-American.
State of Play
  • Dameus' Hall of Fame induction highlights the impact of her contributions to TSU's track and field legacy.
  • The upcoming Hall of Fame Banquet is scheduled for Aug. 27, showcasing the achievements of the Class of 2026.
What's Next

The Hall of Fame Banquet will celebrate Dameus alongside fellow inductees, drawing attention to TSU's athletics history. Future events are likely to focus on the ongoing legacy of these athletes and their influence on current student-athletes.

Bottom Line

Clairwin Dameus' induction into the TSU Hall of Fame marks a significant acknowledgment of her exceptional achievements, both on the track and in academics, underscoring her role as a trailblazer for future generations of athletes at Tennessee State University.