Monday, January 8, 2018

Football returning at Allen University

COLUMBIA, South Carolina -- Allen University’s football team is making a comeback, according to President Dr. Ernest McNealey.

McNealey attributes the return to supporters like the General Alumni Association, whose contributions led the board of trustees to give its approval. The football team had been defunct for 10 years.

“I'm excited,” McNealey said. “The ember for football never dimmed in a group of alumni that ultimately set ablaze the current decision and process to relaunch football.”

“I'm excited,” McNealey said. “The ember for football never dimmed in a group of alumni that ultimately set ablaze the current decision and process to relaunch football.”

“I am happy to afford expanded opportunities for Allen students who will play and watch, as well as the alumni who have campaigned for so long for the return of football," said the Right Rev. Dr. Samuel L. Green Sr., chairman of the university board.

The new football coach is Teddy Keaton of Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Keaton has more than 15 years of experience in coaching with a record of 54-26. He has been AIFL Coach of the Year 2007, Lakeland Thunderbolts; Atlanta South Division Champions 2006 and 2007; American Indoor Football Champions, 2007 Lakeland Thunderbolts; Pacific Central Division Champions 2008-(High level player recruiting).

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