WSSU Clarence ‘Big House’ Gaines Hall of Fame Inductees Celebrate Legacy, Reflect on Impact of University

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. – During the induction ceremony for the Clarence E. “Big House” Gaines Athletic Hall of Fame, one sentiment resonated throughout the evening: Members of the Class of 2026 haven’t forgotten the university that helped shape their lives. In short videos reflecting on their journeys, honorees expressed deep appreciation for Winston-Salem State University, recalling the people and experiences that influenced their paths to success. They thanked coaches, professors and staff members who poured into them. They thanked their families. And some of them were visibly moved as they walked to the stage to receive their Hall of Fame medallions.…