Alabama A&M Names Thai Floyd First Female Full-Time HBCU Football Announcer

Alabama A&M University has appointed Thai Floyd as the first woman to serve as the full-time play-by-play football announcer at any HBCU, marking a historic milestone in the 150-year history of the institution and the broader HBCU sports landscape. Floyd, a Florida A&M alumna and daughter of former NFL player William Floyd, brings extensive experience from ESPN+, ESPNU, NBC Sports Philadelphia, and other outlets, having covered high school, college, and professional sports. Previously a digital media specialist at Alabama A&M, she expressed pride in breaking barriers for Black women in sports broadcasting and emphasized the importance of legacy and representation. Floyd also acknowledged her mentor, ESPN commentator Tiffany Greene, highlighting the significance of paving the way for future generations of women in sports media. Despite the traditionally male-dominated nature of play-by-play announcing, Floyd aims to be part of a new wave of broadcasters leveraging digital platforms to expand opportunities. Her appointment reflects growing recognition of diversity and inclusion within sports media and HBCU athletics.