Three standout soccer players from Columbus — Jayden Castilleja, Jo’metrius Davis and Tye Gideons — are set to make history as they join Tuskegee University’s first‑ever men’s and women’s soccer squads in the 2026 season.
The move comes after each athlete was originally courted for football, but a shared passion for soccer steered them toward the Alabama campus, where they will begin their sophomore year on the field.
Their arrivals are part of a broader push to expand athletic offerings at Historically Black Colleges and Universities, a move that underscores Tuskegee’s commitment to diversifying its sports portfolio.
A New Chapter for Tuskegee Soccer
Documenting the journey will be a docuseries titled "Unveiling History," conceived by veteran soccer dad and filmmaker Brian Egeston. The series will trail the teams through their debut season, capturing everything from locker‑room dynamics to the logistical hurdles of building a program from the ground up.
Filming is slated to kick off on July 31, with a vertical‑oriented release strategy aimed at social‑media audiences, ensuring that the narrative reaches fans in a format that matches the sport’s fast‑paced energy.
Egeston, who brings a blend of industry experience and personal enthusiasm for the game, says the project is about more than scores; it’s about illustrating how a new program can ripple through a community, inspire future generations, and rewrite the story of what an HBCU can achieve on the national stage.