CIAA Defensive Player of the Year Breasia Coit Takes Talents to FAMU

Florida A&M University has made a significant addition to its women's basketball program, landing Breasia Coit, the 2025-2026 CIAA Women's Defensive Player of the Year. The 6'2" center from Livingstone College brings elite defensive credentials and dominant rebounding ability to the Rattlers as she makes the jump from Division II to Division I.

Coit built an impressive resume at Livingstone College, establishing herself as one of Division II's most feared interior presences. Her statistical dominance across multiple categories showcases her game-changing abilities on both ends of the floor.

Defensive Dominance

The numbers from the official NCAA statistics database paint a picture of elite rim protection. Coit's defensive impact includes:

• Ranked 20th nationally in Division II with 61 total blocks
• Finished 18th in blocks per game at 2.10
• Tied for 23rd nationally with 7.1 defensive rebounds per game

Rebounding Machine

Coit's relentless motor on the glass sets her apart from the competition.

• 12.2 rebounds per game (ranked 4th nationally in Division II)
• 353 total rebounds (ranked 5th nationally)
• 5.0 offensive rebounds per game (ranked 5th nationally)
• Tied for 5th nationally with 20 double-doubles

That balance between offensive and defensive rebounding makes Coit a complete interior anchor, capable of creating second-chance opportunities while ending opponent possessions with authority.

For Florida A&M, Coit's arrival couldn't come at a better time. Last season, the Rattlers struggled significantly in rebounding across the SWAC. Beyond their 10th-place finish in defensive rebounds and rebounding margin, FAMU placed ninth in offensive rebounding and eighth in combined team rebounds among the conference's 12 teams.

The transition from Livingstone to Florida A&M represents more than just a change of scenery for Coit. It's a step into a larger competitive spotlight that reflects her clear shift in ambition. Her physical tools, defensive instincts, and proven production in the historic CIAA should translate well to the Division I level.

With Coit anchoring the paint, the Rattlers immediately strengthen their defensive ceiling and gain the interior presence they desperately needed. Her ability to alter offenses, control possessions with positioning and awareness, and shift momentum through second-chance opportunities makes her a game-changing addition to FAMU's roster.

Originally reported by HBCU Gameday.