Tag: Edward Waters

Edward Waters defeats Florida Memorial

Brandon King

Courtesy of Edward Waters Athletics Jacksonville, Florida-Saturday’s season opening football contest against Florida Memorial had several significant and historical notes. It was the first contest as Edward Waters University, the first as an NCAA Division II institution and a member of the SIAC, the first contest under new head football coach Toriano Morgan, and the first contest inside the new, multi-million dollar Nathaniel Glover Community Field & Stadium. The contest itself proved to be an instant classic as Edward Waters sent the Purple & Orange faithful home happy with a dramatic…

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Deion Sanders era at Jackson State begins with 53-0 victory

Brandon King

From the Southwestern Athletic Conference: JACKSON, Miss. – The Jackson State Tigers defeated Edwards Waters 53-0 as the program officially started the Deion Sanders era. “We had a blast out there,” said junior linebacker Keonte Hampton, who recorded a team-high seven tackles. “It was fun to get the win with this group guys and this team. We open conference play next week against Mississippi Valley State and excited to open conference play.” “We were really excited to play this football game. It’s a game we all love.” The Tigers defense allowed just 104 yards…

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Six in double figures leads FAMU over Edward Waters 90-74

Brandon King

From Florida A&M Sports Information: TALLAHASSEE, Fla. | The Florida A&M University men’s basketball team overcame a slow start as six Rattler players posted double figures in scoring in a 90-74 exhibition victory over Edward Waters College on Wednesday night at the Al Lawson Center. Rod Melton, Jr. registered a team-high 18 points, along with eight rebounds and two assists to pace the Rattlers. MJ Randolph chipped in 17 points, four boards, three assists and two steals. Evins Desir and DJ Jones each had a big night with double-doubles. Jones recorded a game-high…

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Morehouse gets by Edward Waters 26-20

Brandon King

Via morehouseathletics.com : JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Coming in on a short week and a loss to Alabama A&M, the defense propeled Morehouse to their first victory on the season in a tight contest against Mid-South Conference member Edward Waters, 26-20, in humid Jacksonville, Florida. The Maroon Tigers start the season (1-1, 0-0 SIAC) while the Tigers drop their first game on the 2019 season (0-1, 0-0). The first points in the second half for the Maroon Tigers came off a recovered fumble by Tigers punter Angel Sevier. Linebacker Jonathan Mathis (Stone Mountain, Ga.)…

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