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Miami Herald
29-05-2025
- Sport
- Miami Herald
Historic HBCU set to play first-ever night game
Tuskegee University is about to flip the switch on history. On Saturday, September 6, the Golden Tigers will host their first-ever home night football game under the lights at Cleve L. Abbott Memorial Alumni Stadium, facing off against HBCU conference rival Central State. But this isn't just a game. It's the fulfillment of a 99-year-old dream. Back in 1926, legendary Tuskegee coach Cleve Abbott-yes, the man the stadium is named after-first proposed lighting the field for night games. It was an audacious idea at a time when electricity itself wasn't a guarantee on Southern campuses. Now, nearly a century later, Abbott's vision finally beams to life. Thanks to a partnership with Alabama Power, new lighting has been installed at the historic 10,000-seat stadium, setting the stage for a game that means more than just football. It's a symbol of progress, perseverance, and pride for one of the most storied programs in HBCU history. 'It gives me great pride to see how Alabama Power has helped light up the Tuskegee campus,' said Jonathan Porter, a Tuskegee alum, Trustee, and Senior Vice President of Customer Operations for Alabama Power. 'Our commitment to the university has been ongoing and these enhancements are another example of our efforts to be strategic partners. Personally, as a second-generation Tuskegee alum. I cannot wait for the first night game and the celebrations that will come with it.' Tuskegee isn't just any program-they're the winningest team in HBCU football. Now, they're entering a new era, and they're doing it in prime time. 'This is a transformational moment not only for Tuskegee Athletics but for the entire university and community,' said Director of Athletics Reginald Ruffin. 'Playing under the lights at Abbott Memorial Stadium gives us new opportunities to engage our fanbase, provide a better game day experience, and showcase our rich traditions to a national audience. We're proud to take this step forward and make history in 2025.' Last time these two teams clashed, Tuskegee handled business with a 30–14 win over Central State. But this rematch has extra juice. The lights, the legacy, the national spotlight-this will be about more than bragging rights. It's about reclaiming the narrative around HBCU football, investing in facilities, and creating moments that players-and fans-will never forget. Tuskegee. Central State. Under the lights. The post Historic HBCU set to play first-ever night game appeared first on HBCU Gameday. Copyright HBCU Gameday 2012-2025
Yahoo
28-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Yellow Springs woman preparing to swim English Channel
YELLOW SPRINGS, Ohio (WDTN) — A Yellow Springs woman is getting ready to do something that fewer than 2,000 people have ever done successfully. Amy Wamsley is preparing to swim across the English Channel, and she's doing it right before her 50th birthday. 'When I was 12 years old, I decided I was going to swim it before I turned 50,' says Amy. 'It's important to me to live this goal.' Amy has been in England since about mid-May to practice in the channel and get acclimated to the water. 'I feel very connected to water. So, I like to swim because I feel connected to water,' states Amy. 'I feel very calm there. I like being in my own headspace. So it's meditative, and I like the challenge.' Her window to swim is based on the tide. It opens May 30th and runs until June 10th. 'You have what's called a pilot, which is your boat captain, and they watch the current and then they call you. You get about 10 to 12 hours' notice in that window to get in the water. So, you have to be prepared at all times in case they call,' describes Amy. For more than a year, she's been training in pools and other bodies of water. 'I've swam at Central State. I've swam here at the Springfield Y, different locations. But ultimately, I like to be outside,' admits Amy. 'I swim at Caesar's Creek, Cohen Lake, Buck Creek, Michigan, Lake Michigan, near Chicago. I do that a lot, actually. This past summer, Lake Erie. And then I go out to California. So, I swim in the San Francisco Bay and La Hoya Cove,' says Amy. 'I do swim in the San Francisco Bay because it's the closest water to the English Channel based off of how the currents change. So I've been swimming there a lot.' Last year, Amy hired a coach to help her turn her childhood dream into a reality. 'It's not easy. What I'm doing is not easy. It is. It is hard. And so, it's nice to challenge myself and see how far I can push myself and where I can go. And almost every time I'm out in San Francisco, I go farther, I swim stronger. I can just tell that I am stronger than I ever thought I was,' says Amy. She's previously taken on the waters of Alcatraz, areas around Catalina, and the San Francisco Bay. Swimming for hours every week, she expects this roughly 20.5-mile swim to take her around 15 to 20 hours. 'I'm already further along than I ever thought I'd be. I'm already going to put my feet in the English Channel. So, if I'm already going to put my feet in the English Channel, I've already won. I've already gotten further than most people ever get. And so, getting to France, it's going to be so hard. But I know I can do it. I have full faith that I can get there,' says Amy. 'In the end, if you want it, you can do it.' Amy says there are risks and obstacles involved like motion sickness, hypothermia, and stinging jellyfish. She has an entire crew with her to help keep her safe and monitor her health while she's in the water. Following her swim, she's already making plans for her next challenge. 'I think once I conquer the English Channel, I will be looking at Catalina,' states Amy. To track her journey, click here. Amy also started a nonprofit called Amy's Swim Venture. It focuses on water conservation, as well as women empowerment concerning body image and aging. To learn more, click here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
NBC Sports
22-05-2025
- Sport
- NBC Sports
Santonio Holmes is the new receivers coach at Central State University
Super Bowl XLIII MVP Santonio Holmes is back in football, more than a decade after his NFL career ended. Holmes is the new receivers coach at Central State University in Ohio. A first-round pick from Ohio State in 2006, Holmes capped his third NFL season with a game-winning catch in the franchise's sixth Super Bowl win. His best season came the next year, when he caught 79 passes for 1,248 yards. He signed with the Jets as a free agent in 2010. He spent four so-so seasons in New York before finishing his career in 2014 in Chicago. At Central State, Holmes joins the staff of former NFL cornerback Tony Carter, who played for the Broncos, Patriots, Colts, and Saints. Carter was hired earlier this year. Central State has produced 21 NFL players, including Orlando Brown, Hugh Douglas, and Erik Williams.
CBS News
14-05-2025
- Sport
- CBS News
Santonio Holmes hired as wide receivers coach at Central State University
Former Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Santonio Holmes has been named the wide receivers coach at Central State University in Ohio. Following a standout college career at Ohio State University, Holmes was selected by the Steelers in the first round of the 2006 NFL Draft and played nine years in the NFL. His career highlight coming in Super Bowl XLII when he pulled in a late touchdown catch from Ben Roethlisberger, leading the Steelers to a win over the Arizona Cardinals. Holmes was named MVP of the game for his heroic performance. TAMPA, FL - FEBRUARY 01: Santonio Holmes #10 of the Pittsburgh Steelers catches a 6-yard touchdown pass in the fourth quarter against the Arizona Cardinals during Super Bowl XLIII on February 1, 2009 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. The Steelers won the game by a score of 27-23. Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images His catch against the Cardinals has been ranked among the best plays in the history of the Super Bowl. Holmes recorded career totals of 389 receptions and 36 touchdowns. Central State said they're excited to bring Holmes onto the coaching staff and say that it should "excite top talent wide receivers from around the country." The university also said that Holmes' "ability to teach, mentor, and develop student-athletes both on and off the field makes him a valuable addition to the Marauders' coaching staff."
Miami Herald
12-05-2025
- Sport
- Miami Herald
HBCU adds former Super Bowl MVP to coaching staff
Central State University proudly welcomes Santonio Holmes, Super Bowl MVP and former first-round NFL Draft pick, to Head Coach Tony Carter's staff as the new wide receivers coach for the Marauders HBCU football program. A hire that should excite top-talented wide receivers from around the country. A native of Belle Glade, Florida, Holmes brings world-class playing experience and a deep, tactical understanding of the wide receiver position to the Yard. Known for his elite speed, precise route-running, and ability to deliver in big moments. Holmes adds a championship pedigree to an already ascending Central State program. His football journey began at Glades Central High School. Where he was a three-sport standout and helped capture multiple state championships. He continued his athletic career at The Ohio State University. Redshirting during the Buckeyes' 2002 national championship season, before becoming one of the most productive receivers in program history. Holmes finished with 140 receptions for 2,295 yards and 25 touchdowns, ranking among the school's all-time greats. In 2006, Holmes was selected 25th overall in the NFL Draft by the Pittsburgh Steelers. He quickly became a key contributor, culminating in a legendary performance in Super Bowl XLIII. Where he hauled in the game-winning touchdown and earned Super Bowl MVP honors. His 2009 season saw him record a career-best 79 receptions for 1,248 yards. Holmes was later traded to the New York Jets, where he remained a clutch performer, helping lead the team to the 2010 AFC Championship Game. He finished his NFL career with the Chicago Bears, known throughout his nine-year run as a dependable and explosive playmaker. Now stepping into the next phase of his football journey, Holmes brings his NFL experience, leadership, and player-first mentality to HBCU football at Central State. His ability to teach, mentor, and develop student-athletes both on and off the field makes him a valuable addition to the Marauders' coaching staff. With a resume that includes championship moments and high-level production. Santonio Holmes is ready to elevate the Marauders' receiving corps. And help guide the next generation of Central State University playmakers. The post HBCU adds former Super Bowl MVP to coaching staff appeared first on HBCU Gameday. Copyright HBCU Gameday 2012-2025
