Columbia, S.C., November 17, 2025, The Benedict College Honda Campus All-Star Challenge (HCASC) Team opened the 2025–26 academic competition season with an outstanding performance, securing victories in every match during a scrimmage held Monday, November 10, at the Honda Plant in Timmonsville, South Carolina.
The Tigers faced off against Allen University and Voorhees University, emerging undefeated, including an impressive 910-point win over Voorhees. Before competing, team members toured the state-of-the-art Honda facility, setting the stage for a day of spirited academic challenge and growth.
“As the coach of the Benedict College HCASC team, I couldn’t be prouder of our scholars,” said Dr. Kimberly Singletary. “Their commitment to academic excellence and teamwork was truly inspiring. Winning against both Allen University and Voorhees University showcases not only their knowledge but also their dedication and spirit.”
Team member Trissania Lawrence reflected on the significance of the scrimmage, sharing: “I’m extremely grateful for the experience, exposure, and growth the scrimmage brought us. We performed well, but what stood out most were the moments that challenged us and showed where we can improve. We left encouraged, humbled, and ready to put in the work for what’s ahead.”
The Benedict College team showcased exceptional strategy and collaboration, sweeping both Ultimate Challenge rounds and further solidifying their competitive edge.
This year’s HCASC team includes:
Trissania Lawrence, Senior, Pre-Med Biology
Kadine Beckford, Junior, Pre-Med Biology
Robert Hamilton, Junior, Pre-Med Biology
Omario Guscott (Captain), Junior, Computer Science
Renelle Lynch, Senior, Pre-Med Biology
Theresa Thompson, Junior, Cybersecurity
The Tigers will resume their competition season during the spring semester.
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Benedict College (www.Benedict.edu)
Founded in 1870 by a woman, Bathsheba A. Benedict, Benedict College is a private co-educational liberal arts institution offering 29 competitive baccalaureate degree programs and two master’s degree programs. The Midlands HBCU welcomes students from several counties in South Carolina, states across America, and countries around the world. The College also has a diverse faculty deeply engaged in teaching, research, and service.
Benedict College has been highly regarded and exceptionally ranked for its programs by several academic and traditional publications. Benedict College is the recipient of the 2024 UNCF Institutional Excellence Award given by UNCF’s Institute for Capacity Building Program in celebration of an HBCU that achieved next-level performance. Benedict was also named HBCU of the Year by HBCU Digest and voted the number one Gold Winner in The States’ BEST College or University in 2025.
Benedict College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award baccalaureate and master’s degrees. Five of the College’s degree programs hold national accreditation: Social Work Program, Environmental Health Science Program, Environmental Engineering, Studio Art, and the Tyrone Adam Burroughs School of Business and Entrepreneurship.