Omari Bryson, a senior Business Administration major from Rock Hill, South Carolina, is a standout member of the Voorhees University men’s basketball team. Maintaining an impressive 3.75 cumulative GPA, Bryson has demonstrated excellence in the classroom while serving as a key contributor on the court and actively engaging in community service initiatives.
Armond Hopkins, a senior Biology major from Charlotte, North Carolina, competes in men’s outdoor track and field. Also holding a 3.75 cumulative GPA, Hopkins has distinguished himself through his athletic performance, academic discipline, and commitment to service, embodying the well-rounded excellence celebrated by this national recognition.
Voorhees University proudly announces that two of its outstanding student-athletes, Omari Bryson and Armond Hopkins, have been named finalists for the 2026 Arthur Ashe Jr. Male Sports Scholar of the Year Award, one of the nation’s most prestigious honors recognizing excellence in academics, athletics, and community service.
Selected from more than 900 nominated studentathletes nationwide, Bryson and Hopkins are among just 10 male finalists recognized for their exceptional achievements both on and off the field. The honor is part of the annual Arthur Ashe Jr. Sports Scholars program, presented by The EDU Ledger, with the full list of honorees to be released on
