May 15, 2007

Maroon Tide holds end of year Banquet

by Carey Meitzler

The Picayune Touchdown hosted its annual football banquet at Ryan's on Tuesday night.  The Maroon Tide celebrated

their 11-1 season recognizing many team and individual achievements. The senior class was presented both their home

and road jerseys.

PMHS Band Director Jerry Cumberland was recognized for his contributions and support to the football team.

Coach Donnie Bond, who is leaving coaching to pursue his Master's Degree, was recognized for his contribution

and dedication to the Maroon Tide football program as a player (State Championship team in '86) and coach at

PMHS since 1994.

Coach Dodd Lee presents Micah Hickman (second from left) with his game jerseys.

Coach Donnie Bond addresses those gathered at the banquet.

Team Captains: (L-R) Micah Hickman, Dale Meitzler, Levi Slaydon, Justin Griffith

Heart of a Champion award winners: Micah Hickman, Steven Kellar, Dale Meitzler

 

Coach Dodd Lee presents MVP award to Albert Richard.

Coach Donnie Bond presents Most Valuable Defensive Back award to Chance Griffith.

Steven Kellar, Most Valuable Defensive Lineman award recipient, and Coach Gen Breeland

Coach Brian Edwards presents James Brady the Most Valuable Offensive Lineman award.

Coach John Feaster presents Most Valuable Linebacker award to Levi Slaydon.

Other award winners:

Pat Blades Memorial Award (1st annual): Tommy Dillard

Most Valuable Offensive Back : Albert Richard

Most Valuable Offensive Lineman : James Brady

Most Valuable Linebacker: Levi Slaydon  

Most Valuable Defensive Back : Chance Griffith

Most Valuable Defensive Lineman : Steven Kellar

MTXE award for work habits: Justin Flowers and Ben Luther

All State team selections:  Drew Cole, Albert Richard, James Brady, Levi Slaydon

(All Region 8-4A)