MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Southern States Athletic Conference announced the addition of Andrew College as a full member effective July 1, 2026, with competition beginning during the 2026-27 academic year. Andrew received approval by the SSAC Board of Presidents and the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) Council of Presidents.
Quick Facts
Location: Cuthbert, Ga.
Founded: 1854
Enrollment: 602
Nickname: Fighting Tigers
School Colors: Blue & Gold
President: Dr. William Kennedy
Athletics Director: Brian Skortz
Men's Intercollegiate Sports Sponsored: 6 — Baseball, Basketball, Golf, Football, Soccer, Wrestling
Women's Intercollegiate Sports Sponsored: 6 — Basketball, Flag Football, Soccer, Wrestling, Volleyball, Softball
Brian Skortz, Andrew College Athletic Director: "Joining the NAIA and the Southern States Athletic Conference allows our student-athletes to compete at a higher level, gain broader exposure, and continue to pursue excellence both on and off the field. The SSAC is home to outstanding programs and institutions that share our values, and we look forward to building strong rivalries and meaningful relationships within the conference. We are looking forward to the next chapter of Andrew College Athletics as a member of the NAIA and Southern States Conference."
Dr. William Kennedy, Andrew College President: “Andrew College is proud to join the Southern States Athletic Conference beginning in the fall of 2026. This move strengthens our commitment to providing our student athletes with the highest level of competition while also connecting Andrew College to a strong network of peer institutions across the region. Membership in the SSAC will elevate the student experience, showcase the talent and dedication of our teams, and expand opportunities for growth on and off the field. We look forward to the new rivalries, partnerships, and possibilities this conference will bring for Andrew College and the Cuthbert community.” –
Mike Hall, SSAC Commissioner: “We are proud to officially welcome Andrew College into full membership of the NAIA and the Southern States Athletic Conference. Andrew College brings a rich tradition and a strong commitment to developing student-athletes on and off the field, and their addition further strengthens our presence in Georgia. We’re eager to see the Tigers thrive in SSAC competition and contribute to the academic and athletic excellence our conference is known for.”
Follow Andrew
University Website: https://www.andrewcollege.edu
Athletics Website: https://andrewfightingtigers.com/landing/index
X: @AthleticsAndrew
Facebook: @ACAthletics
Instagram: @athleticsandrew
About the SSAC
The SSAC is one of the premier NAIA conferences, founded in 1999, with 12 member institutions across Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi and Tennessee. The Montgomery, Ala.-based conference sponsors 20 intercollegiate sports, culminating in 20 neutral-site conference championship events held annually throughout the Southeastern region of the United States.