The M.goüs Tjge? - II - October 18-25, 2009 Homecoming Edition theMAROON tiger Letter from the editor he Maroon Tiger, the pre­ culture and would be. He sucked his teeth Voi. LXXXIV, Pages I - VIII miere organization, is the recapturing told me to get out of his face ------Tleading student news outlet of those timeless and to ‘worry about my own George W. WJBiams, JV the Atlanta University Center. traditions that [expletive].’ I told him the Editor-In-Chief As the organ of student of ex­ cultivate ex­ campus was my [expletive]. gwwiv. [email protected] pression since 1925, past and cellence. As We exchanged a few more current members of our staff of yet, there barbs, and eventually we had Management have been earnest in their com­ has not been begun walking in opposite Kody Melancon mitment to the great responsi­ an effectively directions. There were oth­ Managing Editor bilities we bear as facilitators significant ers looking on or passing by [email protected] of awareness and truth. effort from who witnessed this exchange, Jeffer y Tayka; II While Homecoming is upperclass­ but none of them thought it Chief Layout Editor [email protected] a time for revelry, it is also men to recast important enough to assist or a time for members of the our campus even affirm my effort to check Morehouse family to reflect culture and this wayward brother. Special Coordinators — on their responsibilities to this reclaim our This week, 1 sincerely hope great institution. campus from that alumni will be checking Genera K. Gaytaor Opinions Editor This week is always an awe­ deviant stu­ some brothers. I even hope [email protected] some opportunity for students dents who are that in their reflection of their to engage with alumni who sation with their brothers and not committed responsibility to fulfill their Associate News Editor are brimming with pride and gain further insight into how to Morehouse’s great legacy. potential, that my brothers will kevincmallory@gmaiLcom ready to share their praises for effective their Morehouse ex­ One day, as I walked down rise to the occasion and begin Photography Editor their dear alma mater. Those perience was. Brown Street, I saw a brother to take our campus back. chances for Men of Morehouse However, the complex talking on the phone with his Homecoming is, of course, a Writers to listen and learn are invalu­ challenges that currently face right hand and slyly releasing celebration. It can also be, and able moments that enable us Morehouse render a pressing handbills one-by-one from should be, a rally for those who Gerren K. Gaynor to reflect on our promising fu­ responsibility of alumni. With a stack that was held by his Spencer Greene love the college to band togeth­ Chrishelle Griffin tures and our responsibility to concerns over campus safety, left hand. He was a party pro­ er and show their fierce com­ Kelly Harper fulfill our potential. the institution's financial vi­ moter. I walked up to him and mitment to preserving More­ Kevin Mallory I imagine that for alumni, ability and student dress and said, “Excuse me, are you a house’s legacy of excellence. Elizabeth Sawyer the return home is akin to a decorum, there is an unprece­ student here?” pilgrimage; there is, among dented need for alumni to step RosTlwims “Yea,” he snarled at me. Steadfast, honest and true, Adviser many things, encouragement up and take the lead. “And you don’t see any­ and rejuvenation. Alumni find My hope this week is that thing wrong with littering George W. Williams IV ‘ 10 830 Westview Drive, SW • Box 40 • Atlanta, GA 30314 time to look back on their for­ I will see alumni taking the the campus,” I asked, fully Editor-in-Chief mative years through conver­ lead on revitalizing the campus expecting what his response gwwiv. 10@gmail .com

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Miss Spelman, Lacey Reddix (center) Hometown: Jackson, Mississippi

First Attendant, Charis Chambers (right) Hometown: Phenix City, Alabama

Second Attendant, Keri Ann Thomas (left) Hometown: Brooklyn, New York

Mr. Blue and White (right) Christopher Jackson

First Attendant (left) Shawn Allen Thomas

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Miss AUC (second from left) Mr. AUC Amanda Green Errio Boyd Hometown: California Hometown:Memphis, TN

First Attendant (far left) 1 st Attendant Danielle Myers Lionel Daniels Hometown: Hartford, CT Hometown: Ellenwood, GA

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J’Nelle Agee Remington Wiley, Alia Sabbs First Attendant Miss Maroon and White Second Attendant 2009 - 2010 2009 - 2010 2009 - 2010

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Kelly N. Harper prepare for the 2010 Miss Maroon & White. New York or Washington. Pas­ Staff Writer Georgia Walks for “As a member of the sionate about the urban edu­ Autism. [Miss Maroon & White, cation crisis, Alia plans to go or over 50 years, Miss Known for her re­ court, 1 am given the into public policy and hopes to FMaroon & White and gal stature and exotic unique opportunity to become a superintendent of a Her Court have representedbeauty, Remington de­ represent my brother school district. the epitome of intelligence, cided to run for Miss college, my Morehouse All three of the ladies on compassion, and beauty. As Maroon and White as brothers, and the More­ the court were friends prior the spokeswomen for More­ the fulfillment of one house men that 1 have to being selected as Miss house College. Miss Maroon of her biggest dreams. looked up to throughout Maroon & White and her & White and Her Court are After dancing in the my life,” says J’Nelle. court, and the camaraderie is counted on to represent More­ Miss Maroon & White J’Nelle plans to work evident to all. When the three house with style and grace as pageant as an under­ at the Major Baseball are together, heartfelt laugh­ they serve the community. classman, Remington League as the first Af­ ter and good times are sure Since its inception. Miss Ma­ forged bonds with rican American female to result. “[We] really enjoy roon & White and Her Court former Miss Maroon general manager after being on the court together”, have served the Morehouse &White queens and graduation. says Alia. community and beyond with became inspired to 2nd Attendant to Miss grace and fervor, and this run during her junior Maroon & White 2009- 3 Fun Facts about Miss Ma­ year’s Court is no different year, after her semes­ 2010 is Miss Alia Barnum roon & White and her court: from their predecessors. ter abroad in Buenos Sabbs, a senior English Miss Maroon & White Aires, Argentina. major from Americus, Remington: 2009-2010 is Miss Reming­ “I love Morehouse, Georgia. Aiia’s platform ton Rochelle Wiley, a senior and I’ve always been is "The House: Road to • Started growing locks af­ International Studies ma­ inspired by the for­ Redemption", a com­ ter her freshman year jor with a minor in Span­ mer Miss Maroon & munity service based • Loves Whitney Houston ish (Spelman College) from Whites that I’ve met major project that would • Has traveled to over 11 I Houston, Texas. Wiley hails says Remington. 1 include all of the men of countries, and is currently from Houston. TX, and her “Serving the men of 1 ¿2 Morehouse, including trying to learn Portuguese platform is entitled “Social Morehouse and being members of Greek fra­ Summons: A Calling for Ded­ their representative is ternities, SGA. and all J'Nelle: ication and Service to Autism important to me, and organizations on cam­ Awareness.” Remington was I am excited for this pus. The service project • Her father played baseball inspired to carry out this plat­ year!” is designed to unify the for the Mets in the 1969 form because of her younger Remington men of Morehouse un­ World Series brother’s diagnosis of autism lieves the travel is der the umbrella of ser­ • 3rd Spelmanite to hit a at a very young age, and hopes an essential part of vice. Alia has deep con­ home run on the Spelman that men of Morehouse will life, and after gradu­ with a minor in management "Fitness is important, and nections to Morehouse, softball team join her in bringing awareness ation she plans to teach back and organization from East is vital to cutting out obesity as both of her brothers are • Loves Mexican food to the disorder. in her home state of Texas. Elmhurst, New York. J ’Nelle’s in children, particularly the products of Morehouse. Shortly after the pageant She wants to open an inter­ platform is entitled, “The children in the schools in the “Morehouse College has Alia: in April, Remington wasted national school, either in K.I.C.K.S. (Keeping Interest west end,” J'Nelle says. transformed the lives of my no time in taking her first Brazil or in America. The and Continuing Kids’ Sports), J’Nelle is a seasoned vet­ brothers, and giving back to • Loves Broadway musi­ steps of service, organizing school would have an in­ a health-centered service ini­ eran when it comes to serv­ Morehouse College what they cals ternational focus, and every a team for Georgia Walks for tiative to reach out to schools ing the men of Morehouse gave to me is what motivated • Her family owns their Autism, raising over $600 student would be required to in the west end community as a member of a court. She me to run for Miss Maroon & own funeral home since for the Walk. Her platform study abroad. and teach students about nu­ has been on the Miss Hopps White,” Alia says. 1905 will officially begin after the 1st Attendant to Miss Ma­ trition and fitness. J’Nelle’s Scholars and Miss Sopho­ Upon graduation from • Has been dancing since Homecoming Coronation, roon & White 2009-2010 is long-running history of sports more courts, and believes that Spelman College in May, Alia she was 3 years old (tap, Miss J'Nelle Nicole Agee, and she is planning a major participation inspired her to her service on those courts will be teaching through her jazz, ballet) fundraiser in November to a senior economics major create this project. helped her decide to run for charter school job in either

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Chrishelle Griffin produced show en­ students in the “Honestly there are a lot of Associate Features Editor chrissy jntfeatures® gmai I rotti titled "Heat,” that the AUC. many challenges faced when putting show made its tran­ sponsors see the on the show,” Morehouse ju­ sition from an out­ show as both an nior and board member, Spen­ xclusive, flare and origi­ side production to a opportunity for cer Greene said. “The biggest nality are just a few show for the students support and self challenge is the task of getting Ewords to describe the inand­ by the students. promotion. models, clothes and sponsors, famous Spelhouse fashion With this transition, “Putting this but despite the road blocks show. This year The Maroon the Spelhouse show show together is that are encountered, our main Tiger decided to get an inside inspired a new stan­ a full time job,” goal is to maintain focus on the look on what goes on behind dard for the “fash­ Morehouse se­ overall success of the show.” the scenes of one of the big­ ion show” from its nior and show Once again the master­ gest attractions at the annual themes, clothing and director. Omari minds behind the Spelhouse Spelhouse Homecoming. even the typical run­ Williams com­ fashion show are bringing The show’s theme entitled way model. mented. “As the something new and exclusive “Park Place,” was inspired by “If you want to be director of 50 to the students of the AUC. this year's Homecoming theme a Spelhouse model, models. 35 stu­ “This year we want to intro­ “Winner Takes All,” based on confidence and a |yocje|s for the pose ¡n fashjon shots, in preparation for the 2009 Homecoming Fashion dent staff mem­ duce students to two concepts the Monopoly board game. good walk is key,” show in the Forbes Arena. bers, sponsors, within the world of fashion, The inspiration for this year’s Spelman junior and and other things that they may not have typi­ fashion show theme also came show' board member, to walk down the run-way is are essential to making this in- can become cally seen before,” Williams from the birthplace of New Jillian Macklin said. much more than something famous show a success. In the overwhelming, states. “Students can expect York's Fashion Week. "As you can see from our pre- of physical technicalities," past, outside sponsors included What truly makes the show to see challenged standards of Unknown to many, the vious shows, the Spelhouse Macklin adds. Macys, Belt and student and a success is the passion that acceptable fashion based on Spelhouse fashion show has fashion show does not focus Putting on a show of this local designers. With the de- those involved possess from gender, traditional combina­ not always been what it is on size or height requirements, magnitude is no easy task and mographic of fashion consum- the models that walk down the tions of seasonal and infor­ today. It was not until 2006, seen within the typical world everything from models, spon- erism currently between 18-25 run-way to the stage crew that mal versus formal wear, and which debuted the student of fashion. Choosing who gets sors, stage crews, and others years of age, the age bracket of run the lights and music.” more.” Morehouse, Spelman, and Bennett: Ihe historical connection

Carl Ringgold New Media Director the two educators wanting to coming week. “It’s always Cole became president of Spelman has been so revered brother school and 1 don’t [email protected] build a bond between students very fun during Homecoming Bennett College in 2002 and throughout history. From in­ even know anyone there,” at the two institutions. to greet and welcome some of served until 2007 after serv­ termarriage to civil rights pro­ said Bria Washington a soph­ he connection that has This traveling tradition, our Bennett sisters we haven’t ing as president of Spelman test. the proximity of the two omore and Bennett College. Texisted between More­ which Bennett holds dear, has seen before,” said Candice College from 1987-1997. institutions has spurred a his­ Bennett’s under the radar house College and Bennettbeen a very harmonious bond­ Manier, a junior at Spelman. Her contributions at the two tory that has overlooked Ben­ approach to Homecoming is College dates back to a very ing between Bennett. More­ Bennett joins Morehouse institutions seemed to bring nett. Students at the two in­ probably the cause. The Ben­ close and historic friendship house and Morehouse's tradi­ and Spelman as the only single a new harmony to a relation­ stitutions rarely interact with nett Belles typically come to of influential educators. For­ tionally accepted sister school, gender liberal arts HBCUs in ship amongt the two all wom­ their "sibling school.” Homecoming without much mer Bennett President Dr. Spelman College. Every year the nation. Bennett also joined en’s schools and their shared "I don’t know anyone at notice to the Morehouse stu­ David Dallas Jones and for­ Miss Maroon and White and Morehouse and Spelman on brother school. Bennett College." Said Ches­ dent body. This makes the mer Morehouse President Dr. her court, who are typically the U.S. News’s ranking of Historically, Bennett has ter Jones a junior at More­ bond seemingly obsolete, as Benjamin E. Mays started the comprised of Spelman stu­ Historical Black Colleges been overshadowed as More­ house. the two schools never inter­ tradition of Bennett making dents, welcome Bennett Col­ and Universities. The bond house’s sister school due to "The relationship between act. Perhaps the future will the trip to Morehouse every lege student leaders including between Morehouse and Ben­ Spelman’s close proxim­ Bennett and Morehouse change the schools circum­ year for Homecoming. The Miss Bennett and the Bennett nett which started with Mays ity. This is largely due to the should be more than just Ben­ stances but if history repeats purpose behind the yearly College SGA in a reception seemed to grow with Spelman fact that the strong relation­ nett coming down for Home­ itself Bennett will always be expedition originated from held each year during Home­ through Johnetta B. Cole. ship between Morehouse and coming. Morehouse is our the sister that never was. U Recycle The Maroon Tiger The Maroon Tiger - VII - Of, I OBER 18-25, 2009 Homecoming Edition More than just a step show Miss Maroon and White Spencer Greene ‘79 now Spelman instructor A&E editor represented this year. In a joking manner, Newk­ show. We aim to be aestheti­ solute joy. I took a real interesting mtiger_arts® yahoo rom The winners of last year’s irk left competitive words for cally pleasing to the stepper Kevin Mallory Associate News Editor path to the point where I am, but show were members of Kap­ the other organizations, “en­ and the regular student,” stat­ fcevinonaJlory <0 gmail fom I feel really honored and blessed ear after year, alumni pa Alpha Psi fraternity inc., joy second place.” Blackwell ed Bynum. to be able to be here. and students crowd into from Georgia State Universi­ laughed at Newkirk’s state­ Blackwell also stated that hirty years after being “1 enjoy having the opportu­ YForbes arena to watch thety. With the return of Pi chap­ ment and responded with, they would put on a high-en­ crowned Miss Maroon and nity to bring this to the young Greek fraternities and sorori­ ter of Kappa Alpha Psi, each “let’s see what you got.” ergy show. “Omega Psi Phi is TWhite, Sister Omelika Kuumbawomen and men of the Atlanta ties compete for the number participating fraternity this “We don't focus on what known for hopping, not really is still going strong in the Atlanta University Center.” one title at the Homecoming year will be from Morehouse others do, we let them focus stepping,” explained Black- University Center. Sister Om­ When she’s not instructing stu­ step show. One of the main College. on us,” John Terrelle Bynum well, “our marches have mes­ elika can be found at Spelman dents at Spelman, Omelika can events of Homecoming, the With creative concepts and of Alpha Phi Alpha frater­ sages in them.” He is confi­ College instructing dance. be found traveling with Giwayen step show brings new ex­ difficult moves, each team nity inc., Alpha Rho chapter, dent their enthusiasm is what “When I was crowned Miss Mata, an award winning, all fe­ citement and surprises every brings their own unique style responded when asked if he they need to put them over the Maroon and White, 1 was ex­ male dance, percussion and vo­ year. to the stage. Vann Newkirk of had any thoughts on his com­ top. tremely excited,” said Om­ cal ensemble that she directs. “I think the expectations Phi Beta Sigma fraternity inc., petition for this year’s show. Overall, the main focus elika, who won the title as a Founded in 1993 by 10 wom­ are higher than they have ever Chi chapter, has been practic­ Alpha Rho, who took second for the step show is to have a sophomore. “It was an honor en of African descent, Giwayen been,” Marcus Blackwell of ing with his team since the be­ place last year with an astro­ good time while putting on a to be in the number of women Mata, which means “elephant Omega Psi Phi fraternity inc., ginning of school and is ready naut inspired theme, are com­ good show. “Stepping in gen­ who went before me and to leaders of women,” also pos­ Psi chapter, spoke on his an­ to hit the stage. With the tight ing for the number one spot eral is a celebration of roots,” represent these men for whom sessed a trait that was unprec­ ticipation for this year’s show. competition this year, as well this year. “A Rho has always says Newkirk. The competi­ 1 have such great respect and edented: female drummers. He expressed how excited he as last year, he is confident in brought great stepping. This tion doesn’t overshadow cel­ admiration. It was a wonderful “We came together to sing and was to see every organization his team’s success. year we will also bring a great ebration aspect. moment in my life.” dance and to drum, which was As Miss Maroon and White, something at that time that wasn’t Alumni, put your money where your mouths are Omelika was invited to the being done that often. This was Gerrcn K. Gaynor Homecoming, there continues to between both the new and old man dormitories, Oliver’s hall, alumni luncheon and the home­ the first time in Atlanta that a Opinions Editor be a prevailing observation that Morehouse eras. etc., not only to re-live their own coming convocation. She also large group of women came to­ gerrengaywr«* pnailxom is inadvertently from a distance. While Morehouse continues undergraduate years, but to wit­ had the opportunity to meet the gether to create music and dance Rather than alum onlookers ap­ to be the top feeding institution ness the modem day Morehouse President of Morehouse and the for performance purposes.” omecoming, for most pearing proud of the progress of African American males who that us students are so fortunate first lady and pose for a picture in The ensemble debuted at Morehouse men, is a of Morehouse (i.e., technology, go on to become entrepreneurs, enough to experience. Ebony magazine. Spelman's Sisters Chapel in Htime to return to their roots, architecture and student-driven politicians and businessmen, this But a hand-selected number Omelika entered Spelman as a 1993. Since that time, Giwayen reminiscing on the grandeur initiatives), they are seemingly Black ivy league continuously of alumni who consistently be­ double major in physical educa­ Mata has taken their show around of dear ole Morehouse and re­ unattached from the oft-times fails to recapture its status as the queath their monetary gifts to tion and biology, desiring to be a Georgia, going as far west as uniting with fellow graduates considered hip-hop generation of number one HBCU in the na­ the college aren’t enough. We vetennarian; she would eventu­ Texas and going as far north as to celebrate both the past and the "The House.” tion. need everyone on board and do­ ally graduate from Spelman with Michigan and New York. present successes of this illus­ But it’s more than simply Why? That’s up for debate. ing their share. If the old cats are a degree in philosophy. Omelika believes that the au­ trious institution. not understanding the genera­ Let’s face it, Spelman College failing to exemplify what is nec­ After venturing into business dience, no matter the age or sex, That’s all fine and dandy, tions that come after them. Not and Howard University almost al­ essary to lead by example, how as an entrepreneur and traveling can appreciate the performances but it seems as though alumni only do some alumni appear ways beat us out because of higher can one possibly expect future as a background singer, Omelika of the women on stage. return year after year for tail- uninterested in understanding endowment—and we all know Morehouse men to carry on the would find her niche to be in “It is an empowering experi­ gating. attending balls and us, but others even go to the what main component would help “legacy” of Morehouse Col­ education. ence for women to see women football games—and yet hold lengths of downgrading our Morehouse is that sector. lege? A legacy doesn’t sustain She began teaching at private drumming, and for brothers, on to their pockets as if More­ experience, and verbally ille­ Fortunately not all alumni are itself. Recession or not, money schools her children attended too because it is something house is out to empty their gitimating our right to co-exist indisposed to dropping a couple still makes the world go round, and would later begin teaching in that they did not expect to see. bank accounts. under the crown of mother of checks onto Brown street. and a Morehouse with no fund­ public schools. Also, she taught When it’s a male or a female, Giving back is something that Morehouse. Some actually make the sacrifice ing equals a Morehouse with African dance and African drum­ or a young or old person, see­ has always seemed to be lacking Walking through the doors of investing in the education and no foundation. The only way to ming in after-school programs. ing women do what we do in the Morehouse alma mater de­ of the King International Cha­ overall development of future uphold that foundation and build “1 would never, in a million has given audiences members partment. pel with bourgeois undertones Morehouse men. upon it, is to dig deeper into our years, imagine that I would be the opportunity to think about But even considering the does nothing but further expand Others even take the time piggy banks to ensure that More­ teaching African dance here,” things they thought that they towering mass of alumni during the generational gap that lies out to roam the halls of fresh- house stays afloat. Omelika said. “It has been an ab­ could not do.” W Recycle The Maroon Tiger Tin Maroon Tiger -VIII - October 18 - 25,2009 Homecomingliditioi^ Alumni profile: William Clement, Class of 1964

Kevin Mallory Wharton School of Business described homecoming in the “1 think his story (Alonzo “I like the framework of being Clement’s advice to current Associate Campus News Editor at the University of Pennsyl­ past as “subdued” and stated Herndon) is an inspiration in a Morehouse man who is well- students wishing to succeed is to kevincmallory® gmail.com vania. that the game was the focal that you can overcome any read, well-spoken, well-dressed, follow the three Bs (book, ballot Clement looked back on point of homecoming. Now, type of circumstance and cre­ well-traveled and well-balanced. and buck), an idea taught by his illiam Clement is what his days as a student at More­ the students use homecoming ate an institution that lives We are at the vanguard; we have grandfather. Wyou would consider a house and appreciated the high to further possible careers. long after you have passed.” got to think and act as leaders Book: Being as well-educated "head honcho" in the heldexpectations of that were placed “The focus was more Clement also maintains and be leaders.” and exposed as you can. business and economics in At­ upon him. around the game as opposed a relationship with another Clement also feels having the Ballot: Being involved in lanta. He is the 7th serving pres­ "The best trait that I re­ to networking.” Morehouse president. He and basic abilities to read and write electing officials that will pass ident and CEO of Atlanta Life member at Morehouse was Atlanta Life, founded by President Robert Michael well can take students far. policies that affect the commu­ Financial Group, a financial ser­ an expectation for success,” ex-slave Alonzo Herndon in Franklin ’75 serve as board “I believe that the ability nities in which we live. vices company headquartered Clement said. “I was a student 1905, is one of the oldest and members on the Atlanta Com­ to read and write is still very Buck: Create wealth in our in Atlanta. Also, Clement serves when Benjamin Mays was the most successful Black-owned mittee for Progress and the crucial to the success of any communities and be success­ as Chairman of the board of president; he always had an businesses in Atlanta, and it is Metropolitan Atlanta Cham­ individual, especially a Black ful entrepreneurs and business DOBBS, RAM & Company, a expectation that a Morehouse licensed in 17 states. Atlanta ber of Commerce. man, in this country. When people who leave a legacy of financial and computer services student would always be suc­ Life earned the distinction He also feels the recently I was at Morehouse, public economic empowerment. company he founded in 1981. cessful.” of being named the 2008 fi­ passed attire policy is necessary speaking and the basic abil­ Clement is married to Ressie Clement was bom in Atlanta, Erstwhile homecomings nancial services company of to help uphold the Morehouse ity to communicate ideas Guy Clement and is the proud earning a BA from Morehouse were not nearly as grandiose the year by Black Enterprise maxim of “being a Renaissance and thoughts in writing were father of two daughters and two in 1964 and an MBA from the as they are today. Clement Magazine. man with a social conscience." stressed." grandchildren. Morehouse football team: Brotherly dymanics

Elizabeth Sawyer face opponent after opponent. end of their warm up regime, team’s dedication to their gether. Breakfast is followed winning the SIAC champi­ Staff Writer But there is an entire side of the team comes together once sport is their dedication to one by chapel which is led by a onship and that keeps us to­ etii8w4<6y9h«Jiom the team that most never see again and does “tiger jacks.” another. During practice Tues­ Morehouse and Maroon Tiger gether.” rich with tradition and cama­ “We come together and do day Oct. 13, a couple of mem­ football alumnus. After spend­ The players engage in he shimmering lights of the raderie. In order to expose jumping jacks while spelling bers of the team were injured. ing the earlier part of the day team building activities out­ stadium flood the field as these hidden aspects of the out the word ‘tiger’,” junior After being attended to by the together, the team once again side of the practice and games Tthe Morehouse College football team, the Maroon Tiger ex­ receiver Paul Parker said. trainer, they either limped or split into offense and defense as well. Parker also described team assembles to begin their perienced what a week in the “We do that right before we were carried off the field and and go over certain aspects of how during summer practices, practice. Maroon and white uni­ life of a Morehouse football do claps and split into offense were met by the concerned the game that need to be ad­ the team would attend church forms intertwine as they stride player is like. and defense.” faces of their teammates. Var­ dressed. The team then comes together on Sundays. up and down the field during The week begins Tues­ The claps that Parker ious members of the team in together once again for a pre­ “We would all go to receive opening stretches, preparing day. Monday is an “academic mentions occur at the end of the general vicinity provided game meal and begins the the word together,” he said. themselves mentally and physi­ day,” given to the athletes so stretches. In a "Remember help for the injured players process of heading over to the “It was a good experience.” cally for the grueling two and a they can also fulfill their role the Titans”-esque fashion, and many came over to in­ stadium. After a few words This aspect of the team, half hour practice that lies ahead; as students as well. Practices the team comes together in quire about their well being. from head coach Rich Free­ the amity and dedication they there is a low rumble of chatter begin promptly at 7 p.m. with a swirl of maroon and white. Although the practices are man, the team gathers in a compose themselves with, amidst the focus on the task that a series of stretches and warm­ They clap as a collective and rather intense, both in the circle and say a prayer before simply adds to the image of is at hand. This may seem like ups that allow the team to lim­ finish by shouting “Go hard strenuous activity that take stepping out under the lights. the team. There is something an severe and daunting environ­ ber up for the practice ahead. or go home.” place and the traditions and The cohesiveness of the almost majestic about the ment to immerse oneself in, but Although divided up into of­ They then split into offense rituals they hold, they do not team on the field is a result of Maroon Tiger football team for the Maroon Tiger football fense and defense by the color and defense, occupying sepa­ hold a candle to the atmo­ them all working toward the as they proudly sport the col­ team, this is every day life. of their jerseys, the team does rate sides of the field. Practic­ sphere of game day. common goal of victory. ors of dear old Morehouse, Most of us only see the these basic drills together. Sub­ es continue in this fashion for The day starts early. “We’re all trying to achieve providing a brilliant exemplar football team on Saturday af­ sequently the team divides into the remainder of the week. Players rise many hours the same goal right now,” of the brotherhood and disci­ ternoons and evenings when smaller groups by position and What is evident from before the game starts and Parker said. “We all see that pline that it preaches. they step on to the field to stretches again. Towards the the practices aside from the convene to have breakfast to­ we have a good chance of

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