Austin Peay State Universitys Spring 2026 commencement celebrated 80 student-athletes and staff, with 17 earning masters degrees and dozens more bachelors degrees across various sports. Football had the largest group, while track and field and baseball also had significant representations. Academically, they excelled with 143 Deans List nods and 84 Athletic Directors Honor Roll spots. They achieved notable milestones, including the first national championship in mascot competitions and multiple ASUN titles in basketball and baseball. On the field, they set records, won championships, and received numerous awards. As they move forward, their achievements continue to elevate Austin Peays legacy.

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ASUN Basketball Tournament: Austin Peay and Lipscomb Eye NCAA Tournament Berths

The ASUN Basketball Tournament is underway in Jacksonville, Florida, with Austin Peay and Lipscomb aiming for an NCAA Tournament bid. The tournament runs from March 4th to 8th at VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena. Austin Peay, the number two seed, secured a bye to the quarterfinals, while Lipscomb, the number four seed, is also in the mix. Central Arkansas, the top seed, leads the pack.

First-round action concluded on Wednesday, with Bellarmine, Florida Gulf Coast, Stetson, and West Georgia advancing to Fridays quarterfinals. Austin Peay faces Stetson at 4 PM Central on ESPN+, while Central Arkansas plays Bellarmine at 11 AM. Lipscomb takes on Florida Gulf Coast at 1:30 PM, and Queens meets West Georgia at 6:30 PM.

Semifinals are set for Saturday, with winners clashing at 4 PM and 6:30 PM on ESPN+. The championship game tips off on Sunday at 1 PM on ESPN2, streaming on the ESPN app or FUBO. All eyes are on the top seeds as they vie for a chance to make March madness history.

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Austin Peay State University extends head coach Corey Gipsons contract, following a historic season. The Governors secured their first Atlantic Sun Conference championship, boasting a 22-9 record and 15-3 conference record. Gipson, an alumnus, has revitalized the program, earning six all-conference honors and leading in academics and community service. His extension ensures continued success in their hometown arena.

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Austin Peay State Universitys Rashaud Marshall earns Atlantic Sun Conference All-Tournament Team honors, averaging 28 points and 12 rebounds per game in the tournament. Marshall, a second-team all-conference player, ranks second on the Governors and fifth league-wide in scoring, second in rebounds, and sixth nationally in field-goal percentage. This recognition highlights the Governors growing talent and sets a strong foundation for next season.

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Austin Peay States basketball team suffered a close loss to Queens in the Atlantic Sun Conference semifinals, with junior forward Rashaud Marshall putting up a remarkable performance of 35 points and 13 rebounds. Despite a strong start and Marshalls dominance, Queens hot shooting and consistent scoring kept the game close. Queens advanced with a 20-13 record, while Austin Peay finished at 22-9. Marshalls impressive performance provides a solid foundation for the Govs future.

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Austin Peay and Florida Gulf Coast advance to the ASUN semifinals, with Austin Peays Rashuad Marshall and Florida Gulf Coasts Rahmir Barno leading their teams to victory. Central Arkansas and Queens also secure their spots, with Carmen Hunter and Nasir Mann delivering standout performances. The stage is set for intense matchups on March seventh in Jacksonville.

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Austin Peay State Universitys basketball team staged a remarkable comeback, defeating Stetson 69-60 in the Atlantic Sun Conference Tournament quarterfinals. Trailing by 14 points in the first half, the Governors dominated the second half with a 37-23 run. Rashaud Marshall led the charge with 21 points and 11 rebounds, while Collin Parker contributed 13 points and 10 rebounds for his first double-double since February 2021. This victory marks Austin Peays third consecutive tournament advancement and improves their postseason record to 4-2. They face the winner of Queens and West Georgia in the semifinals on Saturday.

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Austin Peay State Universitys Governors basketball team, with a 21-8 record and 15-3 conference standing, secures the number two seed in the ASUN Tournament. They face Stetson in the quarterfinals, aiming for their best tournament performance since 2009. The Governors boast six conference postseason honors, led by Collin Parkers Newcomer of the Year and First Team All-ASUN recognition. A win against Stetson sets them up for a semifinal match against West Georgia or Queens.

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