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NBC Sports
24-06-2025
- Sport
- NBC Sports
Navy All-American Devin Carter Commits to Florida State
Florida State University has successfully landed one of the top players in the country. Navy All-American Devin Carter from Douglas County High School in Georgia has committed to the Seminoles. According to 247Sports, Carter is the No. 135 overall player in the country and a four-star prospect. Spatula SZN ❗️❗️❗️ Navy All-American Devin Carter (@IDEVINCARTER) has committed to Florida State University #GoNoles 🍢#NavyAAB 🇺🇸 @AmericasNavy Only 100 football players receive the honor of wearing the Navy All-American Bowl jersey each year. The 2026 Navy All-American Bowl from the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas, will be presented live on NBC and Peacock. About the All-American Bowl As an NBC Sports-owned property, the All-American Bowl is part of a marquee lineup of elite events that includes the Olympics and Paralympics, the Premier League, and primetime's #1 show for an unprecedented 13 consecutive years: Sunday Night Football. The All-American Bowl is annually the most-watched, most-talked about, and most-prestigious high school all-star event with more than four million unique television viewers and more than 25,000 fans in attendance. The history and tradition of the All-American Bowl is unparalleled, as it features: 631 draft picks; 103 Super Bowl champions; 274 Pro Bowl selections; and 18 Heisman finalists. For more information, visit or follow us on Facebook, X, and Instagram (@AABonNBC).
Yahoo
17-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Georgia senior earns $1 million in scholarships, accepted to 58 colleges
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Ga. (WJBF) – Douglas County High School senior Mantavius Presley, known to many as 'Lebron,' has achieved what few students will accomplish. He has earned $1 million in scholarship offers from colleges and universities throughout the country. According to a Facebook post from the school district, Mantavius has been accepted to 58 institutions of higher learning so far, including Morehouse College, Howard University, Mercer University, Xavier University of Louisiana, and The University of Alabama. His resume extends far beyond the classroom. He currently serves as President of both the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) and the National Honor Society. His leadership roles also include Vice President of the Student Government Association and Vice President of the Class of 2025. Additionally, he manages both the JV and Varsity Cheer teams, contributes to the yearbook staff, and participates in seven other school organizations. Mantavius also excels in his commitment to his community. Throughout his high school career, he has accumulated over 1,100 hours of community service. As graduation approaches, Mantavius is carefully weighing his options for the future before making his final choice. Mantavius replied to the county's Facebook accolades with the following: This acknowledgment not only fills me with immense pride but also motivates me to continue striving for excellence. I deeply appreciate the district's commitment to celebrating student accomplishments. Such recognition not only boosts individual morale but also fosters a culture of encouragement and aspiration among all students. Thank you once again for this honor. I am proud to be a part of the Douglas County School System Mantavius Presley, Douglas County H.S. Senior Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
