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PETERSBURG — Former NFL player Jerome Mathis was named Petersburg High School [PHS] varsity football head coach. “It’s amazing how life comes at you full-circle, and you can come back where it all began for you,” the PHS 2001 graduate stated after the special announcement was made on February 6 in the school auditorium.
“Mathis was a standout athlete in both track and field. His competitive nature was unmatched while at Petersburg High School which placed him at the top of the ranks in both sports and allowed him to continue to level up as his career went on,” William Lawson, PHS Athletic Director said. “Mathis was an invaluable asset on the football field. He was an All-State, All-District, All-Metro wide receiver and kick returner.”
“Football players are leaders, and they should stand out not just because of their talent but because of their character. They must also understand that football is a privilege. Privileges can be taken away, if you fail to uphold the standards that have been set,” Mathis said. “Together, we can build a program that instills discipline, respect and pride to restore the legacy of Petersburg High School football and what it truly means to be part of the Crimson Wave family.”
On February 6, Petersburg leaders pose with Petersburg High School’s new varsity head football coach Jerome Mathis, a former professional football player. From left to right, Bernard Lundy, school board member, Tiffany Buckner, commonwealth attorney, Joyce Proctor, school board member, Yolonda Brown, superintendent, Kenneth Pritchett, school board chairman, Sam Parham, mayor, Jerome Mathis, Hal Miles, school board member, Taccarri Tucker, school board member and Paul Mullin, city treasurer.
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Author : The Progress-Index
Publish date : 2025-02-06 22:32:00
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