Benedict College to Honor Late Athletic Director Willie Washington at Home Football Opener
Benedict College is set to honor the legacy of its late athletic director, Willie Washington, during its first home football game at Charlie W. Johnson Stadium since his passing on August 31st. The Tigers will play Clark Atlanta on Saturday.
Columbia, SC, October 1, 2026 —
Benedict College is preparing to acknowledge the significant contributions of its late athletic director, Willie Washington, during the institution’s upcoming football game.
The tribute will take place on Saturday, coinciding with the Tigers’ first home football game at Charlie W. Johnson Stadium since Mr. Washington’s passing on August 31st. The Benedict College Tigers are scheduled to face Clark Atlanta University in this commemorative event.
Willie Washington served as the athletic director for Benedict College, a role through which he was instrumental in the athletic department’s operations and development. His tenure concluded with his passing, and the college plans to use this home football game as an occasion to celebrate his legacy and impact on the college community.
The exact details of the planned tributes were not provided in the summary. The game against Clark Atlanta is anticipated to draw attention not only for the athletic competition but also for the college’s public acknowledgment of Mr. Washington’s dedication and service.
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