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| While the meal was enjoyed, a highlight disc of game video and pictures was shown. |
The success of the 2008 Barons football team came as a surprise to many. But the season is one that won't be forgotten. An 8-2 record, and an MGMSAA runner-up made for one of the most successful years in BCMS history.
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| Derrick Farrow and D'Andre Pitts pose while waiting to eat. |
Tuesday night was an opportunity to honor those who helped make the historic season possible as the awards banquet was held at the middle school cafeteria. Superintendent Dr. Bill Rowe blessed the meal of grilled hamburgers and hotdogs.
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| Former NFL player Corey Harris offered a message of not giving up to the BCMS players. |
After the meal, head coach Frank Taylor introduced the guest speaker. It was former BCHS coach Corey Harris, now coaching in Atlanta. Harris also played in the NFL for New Orleans and Kansas City. He began his remarks with a simple question "What would you do if you knew you couldn't fail?"
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| Head coach Frank Taylor displays the sweatshirt given to Cody Pierce for having three years of perfect attendance. |
Harris told the story (his story) of someone who was told they couldn't play football because he was too small, but overcame. He went on to play high school, college, and pro ball for the New Orleans Saints and Kansas City Chiefs.
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| Dalton Floyd was one of several players to recieve a "Helmet B." |
Harris offere four points which he said had helped him and were important for the players to remember. They were: Chosing your friends wisely, having a good attitude, having a work ethic, and taking advantage of the opportunity life gives you. He closed again asking what you would do if you knew you couldn't fail. Harris recieved a standing ovation.
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| D'Andre Pitts accepts Future Baron award from assistant coach Mike Lee. |
The middle school cheerleaders were recognized by football cheer coach Charlotte Libby. Managers and water girls were recognized by the coaches. The players were introduced by grade. After remarks by Taylor, it was time for the awards.
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| Assistant Matt Robinson presented Matthew Butler with his Future Baron award. |
Perfect attendance at practice awards were given first: One year of perfect attendance: Shaunkendrick Brown, Adam Brewer, Travis McNair, Ken Hughes, D'Andre Pitts. Two years: Rheem Whipple, Brodie Stoddard, Quay Cook, Derrick Farrow. Cody Pierce was given a sweatshirt for having perfect attendance at practice for three years.
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| Rydaleous "Spud" Taylor receives his coach's award. |
"Helmet B's" were presented to several players based upon their play on the field. The last awards were player-specific. Four Future Baron Awards were presented. They went to: D'Andre Pitts, Marquil Pitts, Sasha Farrow, and Matthew Butler.
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| Cody Pierce won two awards Tuesday. |
There were two coach's award winners, Rydaleous "Spud" Taylor and Phillip Manning. Dytrez Nelson got the Mr. Baron award. Trinity Gilbert was named best receiever. Cody Pierce was named best lineman. He and Ken Hughes both recieved Captain's Awards.
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| Ken Hughes accepts his MVP award from head coach Frank Taylor. |
Savon Walters was named most improved. Rheem Whipple won the best offensive back award. Derrick Farrow got the hustle award. Ken Hughes was named MVP. The evening ended with closing remarks by principal Anthony Jenkins and a presentation of t-shirts and candy suckers to the players as a gift from the parents.
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| These candy suckers, along with t-shirts were given to the players. |
Congratulations to all the award winners.
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| Kneeling: Derrick Farrow, Trinity Gilbert, Dytrez Nelson, Rheem Whipple, Phillip Manning. Standing L-R: Ken Hughes, Matthew Butler, Savon Walters, Rydaleous "Spud" Taylor, D'Andre Pitts, Sasha Farrow. |
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