Athletics

Chattanooga State Celebrates 60 Years, Honors Alumni and Lady Tigers Legacy

The path to a successful career often starts with a single opportunity. For many graduates, that opportunity began at Chattanooga State Community College. Their journeys were celebrated during a recent alumni banquet recognizing distinguished alumni and honoring 50 years of Lady Tigers basketball at a recent game. 

The 2026 Annual ChattState Alumni Homecoming Banquet honored outstanding graduates whose careers and service reflect the College’s mission of transforming lives through education. 

We Don’t Play Football. We Improve Lives.

After Oregon’s win over USC, Head Coach Dan Lanning said, “We didn’t play Chattanooga State today, like some other places.” Chattanooga State may not have a football team with a national spotlight, but we know how to win for our community. For 60 years, our victories have been measured in opportunity and achievements, not touchdowns. We improve lives through access, affordability, quality education, and workforce readiness, and we continue to deliver results that matter. 

Where Hard Work Pays Off: ChattState Honors Athletic Achievements in Hall of Fame Induction

A number of Chattanooga State Community College alumni and former coaches on Monday, October 29, were inducted into the Chattanooga State Athletic Hall of Fame during a formal dinner and induction ceremony. 

ChattState Athletics Director Tammy Swenson said the Hall of Fame honors exceptional alumni, coaches, and athletic administrators who have made a significant contribution to the College. The Athletic Hall of Fame members receive a plaque and enjoy a sense of pride for their accomplishments. 

Unified Champion School Recognition Highlights Inclusive Spirit at Chattanooga State

CHATTANOOGA, TN -- College should be a place where all students feel like they belong. That’s why Chattanooga State Community College is committed to fostering a campus where students of all abilities learn, grow, and succeed together. 

Last month, the College’s Special Olympics program was recognized as a Unified Champion School, meaning organizers strive to incorporate students with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD Students) into every part of the College experience. 

ChattState Baseball Coach Elected to Tennessee Community College Athletic Association Hall of Fame

LOCAL 3 NEWS — Chattanooga State Baseball Coach Greg Dennis has been elected to the Tennessee Community College Athletic Association Hall of Fame.

Dennis has been at the helm of the Tigers' program since 2004. Last season, the team won their conference and were ranked 15th nationally.

More than 700 of Dennis' 1,000 wins have come as Head Coach of Chattanooga State.

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Nostalgia and New Beginnings: ChattState Homecoming Courts New Traditions, Honors Alumni Success

CHATTANOOGA, TN -- Chattanooga State Community College honored old traditions and established new ones last week during a three-day homecoming celebration that culminated with the crowning of the ChattState Homecoming Royals and the recognition of a notable alumnus. 

A celebration of the college’s almost 60-year history, homecoming week kicked off on Monday, Nov. 27, with the introduction of the ChattState homecoming court in the student cafeteria.  

Chattanooga State Volleyball Named Region VII Runner-Up, Lenoir Named Coach of the Year

Chattanooga State’s women’s volleyball team ended their 2020-2021 season as Region VII runner-up while also receiving both player and coaching honors. Players named to the all-region team included #21 Hannah Dutton, libero and #22 Sydney Pittman, middle blocker. Both women are completing their freshman year at Chattanooga State. In addition, first-year coach Kristy Lenoir was named 2021 Coach of the Year by the TCCAA Athletic Association, NJCCA Region VII.

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