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Jefferson Warriors Hammer Montgomery Buffaloes, 30-6The Jefferson County Warriors semi-pro football team remain undefeated after hammering the Montgomery Buffaloes Saturday evening, 30-6. The Warriors now stand 6-0 on the season. Show storyJuly 30, 2010By Fran Hunt Special from the Monticello News franhunt@embarqmail.com
The Jefferson County Warriors semi-pro football team remain undefeated after hammering the Montgomery Buffaloes Saturday evening, 30-6. The Warriors now stand 6-0 on the season. The Warriors' defense held strong only allowing the Buffaloes to score six in the second quarter, while the Warriors chalked up six in the first and in the second quarters, 12 in the third quarter and six in the fourth quarter to run away with the victory. The Warriors collected 14 carries for 71 yards, one fumble and two touchdowns. Quarterback Deion Graham completed 13 passes out of 26 attempts for 250 yards and three touchdowns. Quarterback Brandon Robinson had 1 pass attempt that resulted in an interception. Graham also had 5 carries for 52 yards and 2 touchdowns. He was named the offensive player of the week. Montray Crumity had 3 carries for 15 yards. Harry Reddick had 2 carries for 1 yard and 1 fumble. Jarvis Davis had 3 carries for 5 yards. Robinson had 1 carry for a 2-yard loss. The Warriors collected 13 pass receptions for 250 yards and 3 touchdowns. Robinson also had 2 pass receptions for 20 yards. Don'tae Lee had 3 receptions for 27 yards. Freddy Pompey had 3 pass receptions for 112 yards and 2 touchdowns. Ivey had 1 reception for 8 yards. Bruce Thomas had 1reception for 3 yards. Kojo Higgins had 2 pass receptions for 77 yards and 1 touchdown. Jai Mack had 1 reception for 3 yards. On the defensive side of the field, Latavius Williams had 1 tackle and 1 assist. Clinton Pleas had 1 tackle and 1 assist. Jeffery Williams had 2 tackles and 1 assist. Roosevelt Seneque had 1 assist. Renardrick Phillip had 3 tackles and 3 assists. Ivey had 4 tackles, 2 assists and 4 quarterback sacks. He was named the defensive player of the week. Jason Williams had 1 tackle, 2 assists and 1 pass interception. Kevin Mercilus had 1 tackle, 3 assists and 1 fumble recovery. Carmelo Wildgoose had 1 tackle and 2 assists. TJ Reddick had 1 tackle and 1 assist. Tommy Jackson had 4 tackles and 2 assists. Tyron Samuel had 2 tackles and 2 assists. Chris Bryant had 3 tackles, 2 assists and 1 quarterback sack. Laddie Fead had 2 tackles and 3 assists. Mike Orphee had 1 tackle and 2 assists. Anthony Davis had 1 assist. Willie Howard had 2 tackles, 2 assists and 1 quarterback sack. Three games of the regular season remain, they include; the Atlanta Cannibals, 7 p.m., July 31, here; the Chattahoochee Valley Vipers, 7 p.m., August 14, here; and the Pensacola Lightning, 7 p.m., Aug. 21, there. Antonio Ivey was named the defensive player of the week. He had 4 tackles, 2 assists and 4 quarterback sacks. Deion Graham was named as the offensive player of the week. He had 13 pass completions out of 26 attempts for 250 yards and 3 touchdowns and 5 carries for 52 yards and 2 touchdowns.
Express Runs Over Lamont In Double-HeaderThe Sunshine Express ran over Lamont recently in a double-header, winning the first contest, 25-1 and taking the second, 30-3. Show storyJuly 30, 2010By Fran Hunt Special from the Monticello News franhunt@embarqmail.com
The Sunshine Express ran over Lamont recently in a double-header, winning the first contest, 25-1 and taking the second, 30-3. During the first game of the day, the Express sprang to a 9-0 lead and never looked back. Kelvin Jones went 4 for 4 with 2 RBI's. Calvin Holmes went 4 for 4 with 5 RBI's and a homerun. Eldred Jennings went 4 for 4 with 2 RBI's. Destiny Vangates went 3 for 3 with 5 RBI's and 1 homerun. David Peck went 3 for 3. Nard Thompson went 3 for 3 with 1 RBI. Nick Russell went 3 for 3 with 3 RBI's. Mario River and Joe Andrew both went 3 for 5 with 2 RBI's. Clark Mitchell went 1 for 3. Brad Whitefield went 1 for 3 with 4 RBI's and a homerun. Karlon Blue went 1 for 4 with 1 RBI. Holmes was named the MVP of the first game. In the second game of the day, Mitchell went 5 for 5 with 3 RBI's. June June went 5 for 5 with 4 RBI's and 2 homeruns. Vangates went 4 for 4 with 4 RBI's and 2 homeruns. River went 4 for 5 with 3 RBI's. Travis Odom went 4 for 5 with 3 RBI's and a homerun. Jones went 4 for 5 with 5 RBI's and 1 homerun. Holmes went 3 for 4 with 3 RBI's and 1 homerun. Ricka Allen went 3 for 4. Whitefield went 3 for 4 with 2 RBI's and a homerun. Russell went 2 for 4 with 1 RBI. Pudda Daniels went 2 for 5. Blue went 1 for 4 with 2 RBI's. Mitchell and Vangates were named the MVP's of the second game.
Express Railroads Madison in Double-HeaderThe Sunshine Express men's softball team recently railroaded Madison in a double-header, winning the first contest, 26-14 and taking the second, 17-7, to now stand on a 14-4 season. Show storyJuly 30, 2010By Fran Hunt Special from the Monticello News franhunt@embarqmail.com
The Sunshine Express men's softball team recently railroaded Madison in a double-header, winning the first contest, 26-14 and taking the second, 17-7, to now stand on a 14-4 season. In the first game of the day, Madison shot off to a 6-2 lead but the Express came back to tie the game at 6-6 and it was all Express powered from there on out. Karlon Blue went 5 for 5 with 3 RBI's and a homerun. David Peck went 4 for 4 with 2 RBI's. Mario River went 3 for 4 with 2 RBI's and 1 homerun. Destiny Vangates went 3 for 4 with 2 RBI's. Kelvin Jones went 2 for 5 with 5 RBI's and a homerun. Eldred Jennings went 2 for 5 with 1 RBI. Rodney Bernard went 2 for 4 with 2 RBI's and a homerun. Calvin Holmes went 2 for 4 with 3 RBI's and 1 homerun. Brad Whitefield went 2 for 4 with 2 RBI's and 1 homerun. Reka Allen went 2 for 4 with 2 RBI's. Jay and Frankie Steen both went 2 for 3 with 2 RBI's. In the second game of the day, the Express derailed Madison for a 17-7 victory. Blue went 3 for 3 with 2 RBI's. Holmes went 3 for 3. Vangates went 3 for 3 with 1 RBI. Jay went 2 for 3. Whitefield went 2 for 3 with 3 RBI's. Bernard went 2 for 3 with 2 RBI's. Jones went 2 for 3 with 2 RBI's. River went 2 for 2. Allen went 1 for 3 and 1 RBI. Jenning went 1 for 3 with 3 RBI's. Peck went 0 for 3. Coach Roosevelt Jones named Blue the MVP of the first game and Vangates MVP of the second game.
Express Derails Greenville In Double-HeaderThe Sunshine Express softball team derailed Greenville in a double-header over the weekend, winning the first game, 21-12 and the second, 18-5. Show storyJuly 30, 2010By Fran Hunt Special from the Monticello News franhunt@embarqmail.com
The Sunshine Express softball team derailed Greenville in a double-header over the weekend, winning the first game, 21-12 and the second, 18-5. In the first game, the Express jumped out to a 10-1 lead, leaving Greenville in their dust. Clark Mitchell went 4 for 5 with 2 RBI's. Brad Whitefield went 4 for 4 with 4 RBI's. Nard Thompson went 4 for 4 with 2 RBI's. Calvin Holmes went 3 for 4 with 4 RBI's. Nick Russell went 3 for 4 with 1 RBI. Mario River went 2 for 4 with 3 RBI's. Kelvin Jones went 2 for 4 with 2 RBI's. Destiny Vangates went 2 for 4. Demetrius Hick went 2 for 4. Travis Odom went 1 for 4. Pudda Daniels went 1 for 4 with 2 RBI's. Joe Andrews went 1 for 4 with 2 RBI's. In the second game of the day the Express steamed out to a 7-0 lead, again leaving Greenville in the dust. River went 3 for 4 with 3 RBI's and a homerun. Odom went 3 for 4 with 2 RBI's and a homerun. Holmes went 3 for 4 with 2 RBI's and a homerun. Daniels went 2 for 4 with 3 RBI's and a homerun. Hick went 2 for 4 with 3 RBI's and a homerun. Jones went 2 for 4 with 1 RBI. Eldred Jennings went 2 for 3 with 1 RBI. Russell went 2 for 3. Mitchell went 1 for 4. Vangates went 1 for 4 with 1 RBI and 1 homerun. Thompson went 1 for 4. Coach Roosevelt Jones named Mitchell and Thompson as the MVP's of the day.
Bombers Win League And TournamentThe North Florida Bombers came in first place with the record of 13-1 in the softball league in Monticello and came in first place in the two-day tournament on Monday, July 12, and Tuesday, July 13, at the Jefferson County Recreation Department. Show storyJuly 28, 2010By Debbie Snapp ECB Publishing debbiesnapp@embarqmail.com
 The North Florida Bombers won their softball league championship and came in first place in a two-day tournament in Monticello. Pictured top row, left to right: Marcus Mitchell, Charles Bell, Roosevelt Nelson, Travis Jay, Kovi McDaniel, Willie Bell and Keith Solomon. Bottom row, left to right: Magell Arnold, Morris Bell, Jareb Burkes, Dale Harris and Kevin Rye. Bombers not pictured: Antwan Fudge, Drew Brown and Josh Webb. The North Florida Bombers came in first place with the record of 13-1 in the softball league in Monticello and came in first place in the two-day tournament on Monday, July 12, and Tuesday, July 13, at the Jefferson County Recreation Department. The North Florida Bombers are sponsored by S.J. Deli in Greenville. Kovi McDaniel was voted as MVP. The North Florida Bombers' head coach is Morris Bell. The bookkeeper is Surretta Bell. North Florida was cheered on by the Lady Bombers. The Bombers would like to thank all of the fans who supported them in the Jefferson County League.
Jefferson County Warriors Drop South Georgia StarsThe Jefferson County Warriors semi-pro football team downed the South Georgia Stars Saturday, 12-6 in overtime, to remain at an undefeated 5-0 season. Show storyJuly 23, 2010By Fran Hunt Special from the Monticello News franhunt@embarqmail.com
The Jefferson County Warriors semi-pro football team downed the South Georgia Stars Saturday, 12-6 in overtime, to remain at an undefeated 5-0 season. The Warriors drew first blood scoring 6 in the first and holding the South Georgia Stars scoreless until the fourth quarter when the Stars put 6 on the board to tie the score, sending the game into overtime. The Jefferson Warriors defense held strong keeping the Stars away from the end zone while the offense chalked up another 6 to win the game. The offense collected a total of 232 yards with only 1 fumble committed throughout the game. Quarterback Deion Graham completed 13 passes out of 21 attempts for 155 yards, 2 touchdowns and 4 pass interceptions. Graham also had 3 carries for 69 yards. The Warriors had 13 pass receptions for 155 yards and 2 touchdowns. Montray Crumity had 8 carries for 95 yards and 1 fumble. Harry Reddick had 9 carries for 60 yards. Jarvis Davis had 3 carries for 8 yards. Don'tae Lee had 4 pass receptions for 43 yards and 1 touchdown. Freddy Pompey had 5 pass receptions for 57 yards and 1 touchdown. Antonio Ivey had 1 pass reception for 40 yards. Kojo Higgins had 1 pass reception for 5 yards. Jai Mack had 1 pass reception for 8 yards. Brandon Robinson had 2 punts averaging 52.5 yards per punt. Issac Morris had 4 punts averaging 45 yards per punt. Ranardrick Phillips had 4 punt returns for 130 yards. Latavius Williams had 2 kickoff returns for 15 yards. Ranardrick Phillips had 2 kickoff returns fort 35 yards. Brandon Robinson had 1 blocked punt and 2 blocked field goals. On the defensive side of the field, Latavius Williams had 1 tackle and 2 assists. Clinton Pleas had 2 assists. Jeffery Williams had 1 tackle and 1 assist. Roosevelt Seneque had 1 tackle and 2 assists. Ranardrick Phillips had 2 tackles and 3 assists. Antonio Ivey had 1 tackle, 1 assist and 1 quarterback sack. Clyde Beatty had 1 tackle, 2 assists and 1 quarterback sack.. Pirne Edward had 1 assist. Jason Williams had 1 tackle and 1 assist. Kevin Mercilus had 1 tackle, 3 assists and 1 fumble recovery. Carmelo Wildgoos had 1 tackle and 1 assist. Gregory Clark had 2 tackles and 2 assists. Tyron Samuel had 2 tackles, 2 assists and 1 quarterback sack. Chris Bryant had 3 tackles, 2 assists and 1 tackle for a loss. Laddie Fead had 5 tackles and 5 assists. Mike Orphee had 1 tackle and 1 assist. Bryant Gant had 2 tackles and 1 assist. Thomas Brenton had 1 tackle and 2 assists. Jermaine Collins had 2 tackles, 3 assists and 1 caused fumble. Antony Davis had 1 assist. Willie Howard had 1 tackle and 2 assists. The offensive player of the week was Don'tae Lee and the defensive player of the week was Laddie Fead. The Jefferson County Warriors face off against the Montgomery Buffaloes 7 p.m. July 24, there; Atlanta Cannibals, 7 p.m. July 31, here; Chattahoochee Valley Vipers, 7 p.m., Aug. 14, here; and Pensacola Lightning, 7 p.m., Aug. 21, there.
FCA Director And Wife Host Area CoachesSteve McHargue, new Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) director, for this area, held a fellowship dinner for coaches and their wives at his home in Lee. Show storyJuly 23, 2010By By Jacob Bembry Greene Publishing, Inc.
 Area football coaches had a fellowship dinner recently in the home of Steve and Jan McHargue in Lee. Pictured, left to right: Shane and Christina Boggs, Taylor County High School; Mike and Amanda Coe, Madison County High School; Willie and Tanika Spears, Suwannee High School; Joey and Mary Anne Pearson, Lafayette County High School; Jeremy and Krissy Brown, Jefferson County High School; and Bill and Melissa Wiles, Branford High School. Steve McHargue, new Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) director, for this area, held a fellowship dinner for coaches and their wives at his home in Lee. In the invitation sent out to the coaches, McHargue noted, "Only the head coach understands all that comes with being the head coach. Only the head coach's wife understands all that comes with being the head coach's wife." Coaches from five counties and six schools in the area were represented at the dinner: Mike and Amanda Coe, Madison; Jeremy and Krissy Brown, Jefferson; Willie and Tanika Spears, Suwannee; Joey and Mary Anne Pearson, Lafayette; Shane and Christian Boggs, Taylor; and Bill and Melissa Wiles, Branford. McHargue also noted that the same could be said about ministry couples has well. "Until you have been in a particular role, you have no idea all the pain, pressure and privileges that come with the territory," he said. McHargue said that he and his wife, Jan, wanted to invite the coaches into their home for the purpose of building a team of family relationships that will carry them through all of life. "At this point in our lives, we have come to value relationships above all else," McHargue told the coaches and their wives. "If you need encouragement and are looking for that proper balance, we would love to be a part of your encouragement team." McHargue noted that a one of the purposes of FCA is a desire to reach, "Every athlete, every coach, every sport and every country."
ACA Alumni, Athletic Superstar Sherrod Back To Coach FootballAucilla Christian Academy alumni and athletic superstar Drew Sherrod, 23, is back on campus this year to assist coaching the varsity football team and serve as an elementary and middle school Physical Education teacher. Show storyJuly 23, 2010By Fran Hunt Special from the Monticello News franhunt@embarqmail.com
 Aucilla Christian Academy alumni and athletic superstar Drew Sherrod, 23, is back on campus this year to assist coaching the varsity football team and serve as an elementary and middle school Physical Education teacher. Here, he is with his girlfriend of nearly two years, Taylor West. Aucilla Christian Academy alumni and athletic superstar Drew Sherrod, 23, is back on campus this year to assist coaching the varsity football team and serve as an elementary and middle school Physical Education teacher.He was born in Tallahassee, FL and raised and lived in Greenville, FL for 19 years, in which, he attended Aucilla Christian Academy, graduating in 2005 with a baseball scholarship to North Florida Community College. Sherrod aspired to be a coach at a very early age in his life. "My grandfather, on my mothers side, was a coach and a teacher. I always knew at some point I wanted to coach. My mother and several members of my family are teachers so I guess that teaching is just in my blood," he said. "I received my AA degree at North Florida Community College in one year, graduating in 2006. I earned a Bachelor of Science degree at Florida State University majoring in Recreation and Leisure Services Administration with a minor in Communication in three years, graduating in 2009," he said. "While attending FSU, I worked at Southern Ball Academy (SBA) in 2006 where I trained under, in my opinion, the best baseball instructor in the southeastern United States, Coach Mike Beasley." Sherrod started coaching and training athletes at SBA, an instructional baseball/softball facility in Tallahassee. "I began my career at SBA as an instructor in August of 2006. I started training at the facility with Coach Beasley as a player in 1999, where I trained throughout my high school and college career. I plan on continuing to train young baseball and softball players as much as possible while coaching and teaching at ACA," Sherrod added. "The most rewarding aspect of training an athlete is when that person finally, 'gets it' and the light goes on, so to speak, and they have this look in their eye of excitement and confidence," he said. "I am going to be an elementary and middle school Physical Education teacher at ACA as well as an assistant varsity football coach," said Sherrod, adding that while attending Aucilla, he also played on the basketball team. "My philosophy is simple, player development, it all starts with this," he added. "I feel like as a coach it is my responsibility to take a player and develop their talent physically, mentally and spiritually, so that they are better by the time they leave ACA then when they started playing. First develop the player then that will develop itself into a winning team," said Sherrod. "My goals are a lot like my philosophy, get better today. If I can get these kids to buy in to believing that everyday is an opportunity to improve their skills then the ultimate goal of winning games and championships will take care of itself," reiterated Sherrod. "My plan is to take it day by day and see how the Good Lord wants to use me, today, tomorrow and in the future," he said. "I am extremely excited about the opportunity to dawn the blue and gold once again. Playing sports at ACA is something that I feel very strong about and to this day, when I gather with friends and former teammates I enjoy sharing old stories and memories. My hope is that I can help make the athletes that I coach have the best experience possible." Sherrod also firmly believes in becoming active in community involvement. "I have volunteered with the Miracle League in Tallahassee, an event that enables disabled people to participate in sports such as kickball and baseball. I think it is something that everyone would get enjoyment out of," he added. He is not married, but is very happy with his girlfriend of nearly two years, Taylor West, a 2009 Lawton Chiles graduate where she holds the homerun record in softball. She is currently on a softball scholarship at FAMU, where she plays first base and is the cleanup hitter for the team.
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