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Miami Herald
14-06-2025
- Sport
- Miami Herald
4-star WR Marquez Daniel commits to Florida on official visit
Marquez Daniel, a four-star receiver who had offers from schools throughout the Southeastern Conference, committed to Florida's Class of 2026 on Saturday. Daniel plays at Booker T. Washington High School in Tuskegee, Ala. He took an official visit with the Gators on Friday, and officially visited Auburn last week. "What makes Florida stand out to me are the coaching staff," Daniel told On3. "Coach (Billy) Napier is really a great coach. Told me from day one that I will be a great student-athlete and he believed in me." Daniel is the No. 25 wide receiver in the nation, as ranked by the 247Sports composite. The 6-foot-5, 200-pound Daniel gives the Gators nine players committed to the 2026 class, with Daniel holding the highest ranking among them. Also committing this weekend was Carsyn Baker, a three-star running back prospect from Langston Hughes High School in Fairburn, Ga. --Field Level Media Field Level Media 2025 - All Rights Reserved
USA Today
14-06-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Auburn football target, four-star WR Marquez Daniel, announces commitment decision
Auburn football target, four-star WR Marquez Daniel, announces commitment decision Auburn was at the top of local wide receiver Marquez Daniels' recruitment. Did they ultimately win the sweepstakes? Auburn football made the top-two of local wide receiver Marquez Daniel earlier this week. However, they came up short in their pursuit as he announced his commitment early Saturday morning. Daniel, a four-star wide receiver from Booker T. Washington High School in nearby Tuskegee, Alabama, chose Florida over Auburn on Saturday morning according to a report by Tyler Harden of Swamp247. Daniels made the decision while on his official visit to Florida this weekend. According to Harden, Daniel's relationship with Gators' wide receiver coach Billy Gonzalez, who is known to be a coach that "wasn't afraid to coach him up." His relationship with Auburn wide receivers coach Marcus Davis was strong as well, as he spoke about during his official visit to the Plains last weekend. "It was a great weekend, I was glad to see everything. I spent a whole day on campus and had a great time," Daniel said to Auburn Undercover last weekend. "Chopped it up with Coach Davis and Coach Mo (Maurice Harris), had a great time. It was very important to see how they show real and true love to me. I'm glad I've got them." Where does Auburn turn for a wide receiver in 2026? The Tigers have two commitments at the position from four-star Devin Carter and three-star Denarius Gray, and are in the mix for several others including four-star Jase Matthews, three-star Jonah Winston, and three-star Deion Thomas. Auburn took a giant hit in recruiting this week after losing the pledge of four-star linebacker JaMichael Garrett, and will not fight the likes of Ole Miss, Miami, and Texas A&M to try to win it back. Contact/Follow us @TheAuburnWire on X (Twitter), and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Auburn news, notes, and opinions. You can also follow Taylor on Twitter @TaylorJones__
Yahoo
31-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Grad says Booker T. Washington High School 'a light in the dark'
Gabrielle Maes, now a graduate of Booker T. Washington High School, acknowledges she made a few mistakes in life. 'My education was challenged by moments of poor judgment, yet these experiences became the foundation for my personal growth,' she told fellow graduates and those attending commencement Friday at Ivy Tech's Oakley Auditorium. She joined 13 other graduates in the Class of 2025. Maes' story is also one of success and her message was one of hope. At times during high school, she had to balance academics with three jobs, which was not easy, 'Yet it taught me a profound work ethic that shaped my character,' she said in her speech. As she faced her challenges, 'Booker T. Washington was a light in the dark,' she said. Whenever she needed help, school staff were there for her. They also gave her the flexibility she needed with her work. They also helped her realize that if she worked hard enough, she could create a better future for herself. The school offered smaller classes, better one-on-one focus and 'the best part is that the teachers treat you like family,' Maes said. Now, Maes is headed to Indiana State University, where she will pursue a pre-veterinary program with a goal of becoming a veterinarian. She completed her studies in December and is living in Greenwood, where she works at a facility that provides services for dogs. And not only did she graduate, she also was honored with the Karen Turchi Perseverance Award. 'Booker T. Washington has taught me that no matter what happened or what I did, there was a second chance waiting for me,' Maes said. 'I pushed myself to be better, to do better and I did.' School principal Cindi Hrovat said that each of the graduates arrived at the school seeking something unique: a fresh start, a supportive environment or simply a place where their voice could be heard. 'What you found here was more than an alternative education — you found a community. A place that embraced you, believed in you and stood beside you, even when you doubted yourself,' she said. Hrovat thanked families and friends for their unwavering support, encouragement and love for the graduates. 'You've lifted these graduates during tough times, and your belief in them has helped carry them to this moment,' she said. Hrovat congratulated the graduates on their milestone. 'May you continue to rise, to inspire and to make a lasting difference — wherever your journey takes you.' As graduates received their diplomas, families and friends cheered enthusiastically; after the ceremony, they greeted their loved ones with hugs and bouquets. Among those thrilled to be done with high school was Mandrill McFadden, who posed for pictures with several family members. 'It feels great. I'm so excited to be done with this chapter,' McFadden said. Another graduate, Helena Felling, said, 'I feel accomplished.' She plans to go to cosmetology school.
Yahoo
28-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Check out Booker T. Washington graduation day 2025 photos
High School Graduation Day! A time for celebrating achievements, reflecting on past years, and looking forward to the future. Take a look at Booker T. Washington High School's May 27 graduation ceremony at Pensacola Bay Center. Graduation dates: 2025 ceremonies for all Escambia, Santa Rosa high schools This article originally appeared on Pensacola News Journal: Booker T. Washington High School graduation photos
Black America Web
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Black America Web
Gallery: Celebrity Kids Head Off To Prom 2025 In Style
Source: Wil R/Star Max / Getty It's one of our favorite times of the year- prom season. Prom has much evolved from the big dance. These days, it's a full-on production with prom proposals, prom send-offs and prom dresses that belong on the Met Gala red carpet. Every year around this time, we get to witness the incoming generation of creators, designers, fashionistas put on a display of their nascent skills through their prom looks. Last year, the Booker T. Washington High School's once-upon-a-time prom parade made headlines and setting the bar for prom extravaganzas. Celebrity Kids Prom Celebrity kids like the Combs Twins, Savannah and Lebron James' son Bryce and Marlo Hampton's nephew Michael have all shared images of the prom looks before heading out to celebrate their high school careers. Jesse and D' Lila Combs wore matching sparkling red mermaid gowns to their senior prom. And 'Munty' Marlo celebrated Michael's prom with a sweet social media message. 'Senior Prom Send-Off for Michael! Thank you to everyone who came out to support my baby without even being asked — it truly meant the world to me . Even though y'all kept telling me to get out of the pictures (it wasn't my prom, I know! lol ), a time was definitely had — and my baby brought home PROM KING !' Met Gala mama Savannah James gushed over her son Bryce in a prom post. 'Prom 2025,' she wrote. 'This is really taking me out,' she captioned a close-up photo of his prom suit. Watching the youth head out to prom is one of our pastimes. Keep scrolling from this year's celebrity kids prom looks. Gallery: Celebrity Kids Head Off To Prom 2025 In Style was originally published on Taking a break from their father's public trial, the Combs Twins, Jesse and D' Lila, got dolled up for their big night. According to People, when asked about prom, the beautiful girls responded, 'The party doesn't start until we walk in. Saved the best for last.' Bryce James showed off his individual style rocking a classic black Louis Vuitton suit tailored to perfection to his senior prom. In a carousel series shared on Instagram, Bryce poses with his mom Savannah, little sister Zhuri, big brother Bronny and the leader of the James clan, Lebron. 'Real Housewives Of Atlanta' star Marlo Hampton sent her nephew off to prom in style and we'd expect nothing less from the former peach holder. The Munty was extra proud her baby brought home the title of prom king. Black America Web Featured Video CLOSE
