Wide receiver Jackson Dufrene featured in Shreveport-Bossier Journal
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Quarterback Lake Lambert featured in Shreveport-Bossier Journal
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Byrd carries high expectations into 2022 season
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Important dates and times for all incoming and returning Byrd Football players and parents
IMPORTANT DATES & TIMES FOR ALL INCOMING & RETURNING BYRD FOOTBALL PLAYERS & PARENTS July 28 – 3:30 p.m. – Players report for physicals July 29 – 3:30 p.m. – Players report for mandatory team meeting July 29 – 530 p.m. – Parent’s meeting in the gymnasium Aug 1 – 5 – 6:00 a.m. – Varsity Players – Heat acclimation …
Summer 2022 Football Workout Schedule
Summer workout sessions are available to all football players. Workouts are conducted from 8:00 am to 10:00 am Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays during the summer. Workouts begin on the Byrd Football Field and transition to the Weight Room. Players should enter the field through the gate on Gladstone. Water will be provided to all players and football cleats are not …
2022 Varsity Football Schedule
* – District 1-5A games ** – Division I Playoffs
Six Byrd Football Players selected to Times All-City Teams
Congratulation to the Byrd Football players – Caleb Aillet, Brooks Brossette, Isaiah Ford, Mitchell Ramsey, John Jordan and Michael Hamauei on being selected to The Times All-City Team for 2021. #stingem
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight – No. 92 Jerquarrius Myles
The 23rd Raising Cane’s PLAYOFF EDITION Senior Spotlight is No. 92 defensive tackle, Jerquarrius Myles. Myles is a member of the 2021 All Academic Football Team. Jerquarrius and the defense is ready to defend our turf and keep the Brother Martin Crusaders out of the end zone. Quarterfinal showdown this Friday at 7pm! #StingEm
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight – No. 88 Patrick Snead
The 22nd Raising Cane’s PLAYOFF EDITION Senior Spotlight is No. 88 starting tight end, Patrick Snead. Patrick has been vital to Byrd’s dynamic offense and district championship. Patrick and the Byrd Yellow Jackets faces Bro. Martin in the playoff quarterfinals this Friday at 7pm at Lee Hedges! #StingEm
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight – No. 76 Caleb Aillet
The twenty-first Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight is No. 76 starting center, Caleb Aillet. Caleb anchors the middle of the offense, and was also just named to the composite all-academic state team. Come cheer on Caleb and the other seniors at Senior Night tonight vs Southwood at Lee Hedges! #StingEm
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight – No. 43 Jacoby Smith
The twentieth Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight is No. 43 linebacker and special teamer, Jacoby Smith. Jacoby will be honored this Thursday as Byrd looks to secure a district championship against Southwood at Lee Hedges. Congratulations Jacoby and team! #StingEm
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight – No. 67 Wyatt McCollum
The nineteenth Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight is No. 67 offensive lineman, Wyatt McCollum. Wyatt is the starting right tackle, and has led with his voice and his effort all season. Wyatt and his line crew are laying it down tonight vs the cross-town rival Gators. #StingEm
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight – No. 60 Guy Stone
The eighteenth Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight is No. 60 offensive lineman, Guy Stone. Guy is a versatile blocker and plays left and right tackle, opening the running lanes for the Jacket’s potent running attack. Come cheer on Guy as he does it again this Thursday vs the rival Gators! #StingEm
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight – No. 58 Caden Wibben
The seventeeth Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight is No. 58 linebacker and special teamer, Caden Wibben. Caden’s senior leadership will be on display this Thursday at the “Backyard Brawl”, when Byrd battles the Capt. Shreve Gators. Come cheer him on at 7 pm at Lee Hedges! #StingEm
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight – No. 51 Dakota Clark
The sixteenth Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight is No. 51 offensive lineman, Dakota Clark. Dakota is part of an offensive unit that has opened gaps for 933 yards rushing in the last two games. Be there tonight at 7 to cheer on Dakota and the Jackets at Airline. #StingEm
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight – No. 36 JaMichael Davis
The fifteenth Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight is No. 36 defensive lineman, JaMichael Davis. JaMichael and his defensive line crew will be wreaking havoc on the Airline Vikings offense this Friday at Airline High School! #StingEm
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight – No. 35 Anthony Sollazzo
The fourteenth Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight is No. 35 linebacker, Anthony Sollazzo. Anthony and his linebacker group have held opponents to 15 points per game in 2021! Come support Anthony and the Jackets this Friday when they visit the Airline Vikings. #StingEm
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight – No. 31 Craig Carlson
The thirteenth Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight is No. 31 defensive back, Craig Carlson. Craig is part of a senior laden defensive backfield and is an integral part of the team’s success. Come cheer Craig and the Jackets to victory on Thursday vs Benton at Lee Hedges. #StingEm
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight – No. 24 Paul Stephens
The twelfth Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight is No. 24 defensive lineman, Paul Stephens. Paul moved from offense to defense this year and brings senior leadership to the unit. Paul and the Yellow Jackets host the Benton Tigers Thursday at Lee Hedges. #StingEm
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight – No. 20 Michael Hamauei
The tenth Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight is No. 20 Kicker, Michael Hamauei. Michael has been named special teams POTW for multiple games. He and the Jackets travel to Bossier this Thursday at 7 pm to face District rival, Parkway Panthers. #StingEm
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight – No. 19 Reed Sepulvado
The ninth Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight is No. 19 Wide Receiver/Cornerback Reed Sepulvado. Reed is a versatile player that sees time at all three phases, and will take the field with the Jackets tonight at 7 pm @ Lee Hedges for the Homecoming tilt with Nat. Central. #StingEm
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight – No. 10 Logan Pons
The eighth Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight is No. 10 Wide Receiver/Quarterback Logan Pons. Pons was the Offensive POTG versus Haughton, and is a key piece to the Yellow Jackets’ 4-0 start and first district win for 2021. #StingEm
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight – No. 8 Ja’Kerryon LaCour
The seventh Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight is No. 8 cornerback Ja’Kerryon LaCour, who is part of a senior laden defensive backfield for the Purple Swarm. Come cheer on Ja’Kerryon and the Jackets as they travel east to battle the Haughton Buccaneers this Friday at 7pm. #StingEm.
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight – No. 7 Mitchell Ramsey
The sixth Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight is No. 7 running back and return specialist, Mitchell Ramsey. Mitchell is a three-year starter and First-Team All-District and All-City selection from 2020. He has picked up right where he left off last year, and will lead the Jackets into district play versus Haughton on Friday. #StingEm.
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight – No. 6 Ryan Todd
The fifth Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight is No. 6 safety, Ryan Todd. Ryan is one of 4 seniors in the Purple Swarm defensive backfield. Come cheer on Ryan and the Jackets as they play the Maumelle Hornets at 7 Thursday at Lee Hedges. #StingEm
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight – No. 5 Jacob McClure
The fourth Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight is No. 5 fullback Jacob McClure. Jacob is soon returning from injury, and will make an immediate impact to the team! Come cheer on Jacob and the Jackets as they play Maumelle AR Hornets at 7 at Lee Hedges. #StingEm #raisingcanes
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight – No. 4 Tyler Poland
The third Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight is No. 4 cornerback Tyler Poland, who is part of a senior laden defensive backfield for the Purple Swarm Defense. #StingEm #RaisingCanes
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight – No. 2 Sawyer Benson
The second 2021 Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight shines on linebacker Sawyer Benson. Come support Sawyer and the Yellow Jackets as they take on the Tioga Indians at Independence Stadium this Friday at 5:30 p.m. in the Battle on the Border X. #StingEm #OneLove #RaisingCanes
Listen to Byrd Football anywhere in the world
Byrd football has been broadcast live on AM 1130 The Tiger for over 25 years. Charlie Cavell is in his 24th season as the “Voice of the Byrd Yellow Jackets” calling the play-by-play action. Former Byrd fullback Jason Little is the color analyst, while Dr. Kirk Martinson provides sideline reports. Former Byrd offensive lineman Carlton Holland, Marc Weddleton and Chad …
Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight – No. 1 Jack Partington
The first 2021 Raising Cane’s Senior Spotlight shines on defensive tackle Jack Partington. Come support Jack and the Yellow Jackets as they take on the Huntington Raiders at Independence Stadium this Thursday at 7 pm. #StingEm #OneLove #RaisingCanes
Byrd scrimmages Ruston on August 20
Get your first glimpse of the 2021 Byrd Yellow Jackets football team on Friday, Aug. 20. Byrd travels to Ruston to face the Bearcats at “Hoss” Garrett Stadium. The freshmen scrimmage begins at 5 p.m. with the junior varsity and varsity to follow.
2021 Byrd Freshmen & Junior Varsity Schedules
2021 C.E. BYRD FRESHMAN FOOTBALL SCHEDULE Scrimmage Fri., Aug. 20 Ruston A Ruston 5 p.m. Jamboree Fri., Aug. 27 Captain Shreve H Lee Hedges 5 p.m. 1 Mon., Aug. 30 Huntington H Byrd 5 p.m. 2 Tue., Sep. 7 Airline A Airline 5 p.m. 3 Mon., Sep. 13 Green Oaks H Byrd 5 p.m. 4 Mon., Sep. 20 Haughton …
Mandatory Football Parent’s Meeting
MANDATORY FOOTBALL PARENT’S MEETING There’s a mandatory Byrd Football Parent’s Meeting scheduled for Thursday, July 29, 2021 at 6 p.m. in the gymnasium.
Byrd releases 2021 football schedule
On June 1, 2021, Byrd head football coach Stacy Ballew released the Yellow Jackets’ 2021 football schedule. The schedule includes 10 regular season games, three non-district games and seven District 1-5A games. The Jackets will also play at least one game in the LHSAA’s Division I Playoffs. . 2021 C.E. Byrd Yellow Jackets Football Schedule Date …
Byrd Football Parent’s Meeting
This meeting is for incoming freshman and returning junior varsity and varsity football parents. You’ll hear from new head coach Stacey Ballew as well as Booster Club President Todd Benson and many others. You have a chance to register for activities, groups and event pertaining to Byrd Football. You’ll also receive information about summer workouts, physicals as well as the …
ATTENTION ALL VARSITY AND INCOMING FRESHMEN FOOTBALL PLAYERS
The Byrd Football summer weight program begins June 7 and runs through July 23. The weight room will be open Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays of each week. Workouts are from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. If you have any questions please contact head coach Stacey Ballew at seballew@caddoschools.org or (318) 364-5480
Louisiana Sports Writers Association releases Class 5A all-state team, superlatives
Acadiana won a second consecutive Class 5A title with standout players on both sides of the ball, but defensive lineman Cameron George ranked among the best. A 6-foot-2, 240-pound senior, George was named the Class 5A Outstanding Defensive Player on the Louisiana Sports Writers Association’s All-State football team. The UL commitment showed an ability to defend against the run and …
Byrd’s Carson Bruno heads to Louisiana Tech early
0:18 2:32 Carson Bruno has put life as a Byrd student behind him and is ready to move on to the next level. When he completed midterm tests last week, Bruno was finished as a Yellow Jacket scholastically, but he gets at least one more award athletically. He was selected to the LSWA Class 5A All-State first team Sunday along with …
Byrd athletes ready to sign with colleges
Jimmy Watson Shreveport Times The NCAA’s Early Signing Period won’t see spectacular numbers of athletes from Northwest Louisiana schools making college selections, according to responses submitted to The Times. Among the 33 area coaches responding, it appears just five area football players will sign during the early period, which runs Wednesday through Friday. Byrd, which will play for the LHSAA …
Byrd uses a ‘Little’ magic to get past John Curtis
AD 0:15 Julie Fitzpatrick was a nervous wreck standing in the end zone at Lee Hedges Stadium Friday night in the LHSAA Division I semifinal matchup between Byrd and John Curtis. Her baby, Jason Little, was part of the biggest error of the game for the Jackets early in the fourth quarter while filling in for quarterback Lake Lambert. But …
Byrd Football congratulates and thanks head coach Mike Suggs
Byrd Football congratulates head coach Mike Suggs, and says thank you for all you do and have done for the players and the program.
Byrd Football thanks its assistant coaches
Byrd Football would like to thank our assistant coaches, whose passion, time, effort, energy, dedication and investment in the lives of young men is deeply appreciated and will benefit them for years to come. #AlwaysDeepWithinOurHearts #StingEm
Special thanks to the trainers and managers
Byrd Football would like to give special thanks to certified athletic trainer Cordarius Wayne from Willis-Knighton Sports Medicine and the staff of student trainers and managers who’ve taken great care of the Yellow Jackets throughout this incredible season. Thanks for all of your hard work!
2020 Byrd Football Game Notes – Game No. 10 vs. John Curtis Christian Patriots
On Friday, Dec. 11, 2020, the No. 3-seed Byrd Yellow Jackets will battle the No. 7-seed John Curtis Patriots with a trip to the Mercedes-Benz Superdome and the LHSAA’s Division I State Championship on the line. Kickoff for the semifinal game is set for 7 p.m. at Lee Hedges Stadium.
Senior Spotlight #25 – William Anderson
The 25th Senior Spotlight is brought to you by Shapen Toyota and shines on defensive lineman William Anderson. Anderson has recorded seven tackles, including one for loss, this season. He’s an integral part of Byrd’s Purple Swarm Defense that’s allowing just 12.4 points per game.
Senior Spotlight #24 – Carson Bruno
The 24th Senior Spotlight is brought to you by Rotolo’s Craft & Crust and shines on defensive lineman Carson Bruno. A 3-year starter, Bruno has been a standout on Byrd’s Purple Swarm Defense. He’s registered 27 tackles, 4 tackles-for-loss, 1.5 sacks, 1 fumble recovery on the year. Bruno has verbally committed to continue his football career at Louisiana Tech.
Senior Spotlight #23 – Jordan Hardy
The 23rd Senior Spotlight is brought to you by Cantina Laredo and shines on defensive lineman Jordan Hardy. Hardy is a part of Byrd’s Purple Swarm Defense which is allowing just 12.4 points and 180.9 yards per game.
Ninth edition of the 2020 Byrd Football Game Notes
The attachments contain the ninth edition of the 2020 Byrd Football Game Notes – Game No. 9 versus St. Augustine as well as the rosters for the Yellow Jackets and Purple Knights. On Friday, Dec. 4, 2020, the Byrd Yellow Jackets and the St. Augustine Purple Knights will clash in the quarterfinals of the LHSAA’s Division I Playoffs. The Jackets …
Senior Spotlight #22 – Caden Rainer
The 22nd Senior Spotlight is brought to you by the Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl and shines on offensive lineman Caden Rainer. Rainer, a starter at tackle, has helped pave the way for the Yellow Jackets offense to average over 300 yards per game.
Senior Spotlight #21 – Dalton Dayries
The 21st Senior Spotlight is brought to you by Deep South Equipment and shines on defensive end Dalton Dayries. A starter on Byrd’s Purple Swarm Defense, Dayries has registered 13 tackles, 4 tackles-for-loss and 2 sacks on the season.
Senior Spotlight #20 – Devin Mims
The 20th Senior Spotlight is brought to you by Anti-Pest and shines on offensive lineman Devin Mims. Mims is part of a Byrd offensive line that’s paved the way for the Jackets to average over 300 yards a game, including nearly 275 rushing yards per game.
Senior Spotlight #19 – Michael Jenkins
The 19th Senior Spotlight is brought to you by Benjamin F. Edwards and shines on offensive lineman Michael Jenkins. A starter at right tackle, Jenkins’ outstanding blocking has helped the Yellow Jackets offense average over 300 yards per game.
Senior Spotlight #18 – John Wibben
The 18th Senior Spotlight is brought to you by the Animal Emergency Clinic and shines on offensive lineman John Wibben. Wibben has provided quality depth on the offensive line which has paved the way for the Jackets to average over 300 yards a game.
The eighth edition of the 2020 Byrd Football Game Notes
The eighth edition of the 2020 Byrd Football Game Notes – Game No.8 vs. Southwood Cowboys can be found below. On Thursday, Nov. 19, the Jackets and the Cowboys will square off in the 2020 regular season finale. Kickoff between the crosstown rivals is scheduled for 7 p.m. at Lee Hedges Stadium. Southwood is the home team. Thanks and as …
Senior Spotlight #17 – Bobby Simpson
The 17th Senior Spotlight is brought to you by Kilpartrick’s Rose Neath Funeral Homes and shines on offensive lineman Bobby Simpson. A stalwart on the Jackets’ offensive line, Simpson has helped pave the way for Byrd to average over 300 yards of total offense per game.
Byrd running back earns Player of the Week (6)
Roy Lang III Shreveport Times VIEW FULL ARTICLE HERE Byrd, as usual, boasts a bevy of talent at the running back position in 2020. However, William Berry seems to make a name for himself just about every weekend. That was the case in the sixth week of action. Although he carried the ball just nine times, Berry piled up 135 rushing yards and …
Senior Spotlight #16 – Ray Wynn
The 16th Senior Spotlight is brought to you by Progressive Bank and shines on offensive lineman Ray Wynn. Wynn has been a part of the program for four years and has provided quality depth all along the line.
Listen to Byrd Yellow Jackets Football anywhere in the world
Byrd football is broadcast live on AM 1130 The Tiger. Charlie Cavell is in his 23rd season as the “Voice of the Byrd Yellow Jackets” calling the play-by-play action. Former Byrd defensive back Tim Brown is the color analyst, while newcomer Dr. Kirk Martinson provides sideline reports. Fans can listen to Byrd football anywhere in the world by going to www.1130thetiger.com and …
Purchase tickets to Byrd football games
If you are planning on attending a Byrd Football game tickets must be purchase through Local Level Events. Click here to go to the Local Level Events site.
William Berry named to LHSAA’s Composite All-Academic Team
Senior wingback William Berry rushed for 135 yards and four touchdowns in Byrd’s 49-28 win over Airline. Berry was recently named to the LHSAA’s Composite All-Academic Team, which covers all football playing classes. A standout on the field and in the classroom!
Byrd remains undefeated with dominating performance against Airline
Byrd continues exploding across District 1-5A and accumulated a dominating victory over Airline Friday night at Independence Stadium. The Jackets rolled 49-28 after getting four touchdowns from William Berry covering 8, 11, 14 and 20 yards. Byrd (6-0) also had scores from Campbell Brown (15-yard fumble return), Venzell Thompson (3-yard run) and Mitchell Ramsey (50-yard kickoff return). The Vikings (2-2), …
Senior Spotlight #15 – Marshall Miller
The 15th Senior Spotlight is brought to you by Coldwell Banker Gosslee and shines on center Marshall Miller. Miller, who was injured early in the season, has returned and has helped pave the way for the Jackets’ offense to average over 300 yards a game.
Senior Spotlight #14 – Josh Courtney
The 14th Senior Spotlight is brought to you by Walk-On’s Bistreaux & Bar and shines on guard Josh Courtney. An All-District performer in 2019, Courtney is the anchor of Byrd’s line which has paved the way for the Jackets’ offense to average over 300 yards a game.
Senior Spotlight #13 – Stan Collins
The 13th Senior Spotlight of 2020 is brought to you by Patton’s Shreveport and shines on defensive end Stan Collins. One of the unsung heroes of Byrd’s Purple Swarm Defense, Collins currently ranks third on the team with 18 tackles, 3 tackles-for-loss and a half a sack.
Byrd’s Berry, Ramsey could have been ticketed for speeding past East Ascension
Sometimes it pays to just be good rather than lucky. And the 2020 version of Byrd High football seems to be pretty good even though they got a case of the “coasties” Friday night against East Ascension in Lee Hedges Stadium. Ahead of the late-added visitors from Gonzales by three scores in the first half, the Jackets didn’t manage their …
Senior Spotlight #12 – Tahj Walden
The 12th Senior Spotlight of 2020 is brought to you by Gateway Tire & Service Centers and shines on defensive lineman Tahj Walden. Walden is a part of Byrd’s Purple Swarm Defense which is only allowing 11 points a game and 178 yards of total offense.
Senior Spotlight #11 – Luke Miletello
The 11th Senior Spotlight of 2020 is brought to by the Miletello Family and shines on linebacker Luke Miletello. Through four games, Miletello is second on the team with 14 tackles, including four tackles-for-loss. He was an All-District performer in 2019.
Senior Spotlight #10 – Andrew Burak
The 10th Senior Spotlight of 2020 is brought to you by 1st Choice Personnel and shines on linebaccker Andrew Burak. Burak has been a part of the program for four years now, and has helped the Jackets to a 4-0 record and No. 10 ranking in state.
Coach’s homecoming warning to red-hot Byrd focused on masks, not flasks
Roy Lang III Shreveport Times Head coach Mike Suggs stood before his happy bunch of Yellow Jackets following Thursday’s dominating performance against Parkway and threw a wet blanket on the party. Actually, it was a mask. “We have something special building here,” Suggs told his team after it moved to 4-0 with a 42-7 District 1-5A triumph at Lee Hedges …
Senior Spotlight #9 – Elijah Boer
The ninth Senior Spotlight of 2020 is brought to you by Querbes & Nelson, and shines on tight end / deep snapper Elijah Boer. Primarily a blocker in Byrd’s run-based offense, Boer is an integral part of the offensive line. He’s also the deep snapper on punts and kicks.
Senior Spotlight #8 – Travionne Walker
The 8th Senior Spotlight is brought to you by Heard, McElroy & Vestal, CPAs, and shines on defensive back Travionne Walker. Walker and the Purple Swarm Defense registered its first road shutout in five years last Friday, 20-0 over NCHS. He has four tackles on the season.
Byrd shuts out Natchitoches Central 20-0 to remain undefeated
Byrd got three second-half rushing touchdowns, including two by quarterback Lake Lambert, to get past Natchitoches Central 20-0 Friday night at NSU’s Turpin Stadium. After Venzell Thompson scored the first Jacket touchdown on a 7-yard run in the third quarter, Lambert scored from 33 yards and 1 yard away in the fourth quarter to keep Byrd undefeated at 3-0 and …
Senior Spotlight #7 – Brayden Hermes
The seventh Senior Spotlight is brought to you by Raymond James and shines on safety / kicker Brayden Hermes. Through two games, Hermes is the Purple Swarm Defense’s leading tackler with eight tackles, one tackle-for-loss, one pass breakup and one blocked kick. He’s also a perfect 9-for-9 on PATs this season.
Senior Spotlight #6 – William Berry
The sixth Senior Spotlight is brought to you by Southern Components, Inc., and shines on wingback William Berry. Berry scored two touchdowns in Byrd’s 28-10 win over Haughton, including a career-high 60-yard scamper for the Jackets’ first touchdown.
Punishing run game, Grieder’s three picks lift Byrd to victory vs. Haughton
Roy Lang III Shreveport Times Byrd ran for more than 350 yards and Chris Grieder tied a school record by snagging three interceptions as the Yellow Jackets opened District 1-5A play with a 28-10 victory over Haughton on Thursday night at Lee Hedges Stadium. Byrd’s victory snapped the Buccaneers’ three-game win streak in the series. Grieder’s effort tied the three-pick …
Senior Spotlight #5 – Makarios “Junior” Brown
The fifth Senior Spotlight of 2020 is brought to you by the Archer Frierson Family and shines on linebacker Makarios “Junior” Brown. In 2019, Brown led the team with 64 total tackles, including 55 solo stops. He had 13 tackles-for-loss for 49 yards, which was a career-high, and put him tied for 10th on the single-season leaders list. He recently …
Senior Spotlight #4 – Chris Grieder
The fourth Senior Spotlight of 2020 is brought to you by Corner Collection on Line and shines on defensive back Chris Grieder. In 2019, he had 25 tackles and two interceptions. He had a solo tackle and a pass break up in Byrd’s 35-27 season opening win over Calvary.
Senior Spotlight #3 – Venzell Thompson
The third Senior Spotlight of 2020 is brought to you by the U.S. Air Force and shines on fullback Venzell Thompson. In Thursday’s 35-27 win over Calvary, Thompson rushed for 35 yards and two touchdowns. He was Byrd’s leading rusher in 2019 with 705 yards on 135 carries and five touchdowns. He’s also the punter for the Jackets and averaged …