Totten received S= tate University (1982-1985) You're listening to a sample of the Audible audio edition. Its not going to be turf, its going to be a grass field. Educational, cultural, social, wellness, service, support -- its all here. Guess what I did today, Sanders asked on video. Its for you. Publisher satisfied with his performance as head coach of our alma mater.". Sorry, there was a problem loading this page. Totten becomes the 14th head coach in the school's 48 years on the AD OF THE YEAR:After winning AD of the Year, Ashley Robinson plans to 'dominate the FCS' in football and beyond, MVSU FOOTBALL:Deion Sanders calls for help building a football field for rival Mississippi Valley State. He spent three years Memphis before spending his final season at Tennessee State University. . About a decade ago, Hakim McClellanwas fresh off of winning a SWAC title in the 200- meter dash and dreaming of breaking into the business of college athletics. his Master of Science degree in Sports Administration from GSU in 1989. Sanders said Dancy shared with his rival coach the obstacles at hand for the Delta Devils football program, located in Itta Bena, Mississippi, some 100 miles north from Jackson. coordinator. He showed me the game field, I said where is the practice field, shouldnt it be right there. College: Four-year letterwinner as a quarterback at Mississippi Valley I am sure Mississippi Valley's Before joining the staff at UAPB, Evans spent the previous two seasons as offensive coordinator at Central Methodist University, where WR Katavious Taylor was a two-time NAIA All-American and was one of three players to earn all-conference honors in 2019. It also analyses reviews to verify trustworthiness. : . Sanders still engaged the program that day, as his Tigers won 28-19 en route to their 11-win season. MILLION DOLLAR PLEDGE:Diddy pledges $1M donation to Deion Sanders, Jackson State football at BET Awards. If you are using an Ad-Blocker, it might have mistakenly blocked our content. ", George Jordan, Principal, McComb High School, "I have known Willie for over 20 years. Still, there's opportunities for relationships to pay off and help the Delta Devils. 1998-1999 Eastside High School, Cleveland, MS (Head 2022 www.clarionledger.com. 1996-98. "All of that, with the attributes to show how to be a leader. Give good old Wikipedia a great new look: This article was just edited, click to reload, This article has been deleted on Wikipedia (. Mississippi Valley State has the second-smallest athletics budget ofthe 230 schools listed in USA Today's NCAA Finances database with $3,911,542 in total expenses in 2020. An extension you use may be preventing Wikiwand articles from loading properly. A four year letterman in football, Dancy was an All-SWAC performer at linebacker and safety. The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. But he's still looking to tell the really good stories, at least when he isn't traveling with his wife. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. He showed me around their wonderful, beautiful campus. The one major question for each school heading into SWAC Media Nick Saban says he would play ASU and A&M. ", Lonza Hardy Jr., Mississippi Valley State University Director For faster navigation, this Iframe is preloading the Wikiwand page for, Note: preferences and languages are saved separately in https mode. head football coach of the Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils. THE OFFICIAL WEBSITE OF MISSISSIPPI VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY ATHLETICS, Copyright 2022 Mississippi Valley State University, video platform powered by CBS Sports Digital. He made two NCAA playoff appearances while on the coaching staffs at West Georgia and Delta State. After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in. gridiron. Met his whole entire staff, I got to kick it with them, talk to them, showed me his training room, showed me the equipment room, showed me all kind of rooms. ", Doug Williams, Head Football Coach, Grambling State University, "Coach Totten was on staff for two years, 1998-2000, at Eastside High They were also ranked #1 in total defense several years. I feel like this is the opportunity of a lifetime to elevate Mississippi Valley State. 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During his time as a player at Guilford College, Carlson started 30 consecutive games on the offensive line with many of them at center. of "The Satellite Express" offense. played and attended college with him. I told my dear friend coach Vincent Dancy of Mississippi Valley State I was going to pull up. "Not many people are able to do that. This browser is not supported by Wikiwand :( Wikiwand requires a browser with modern capabilities in order to provide you with the best reading experience.Please download and use one of the following browsers: An extension you use may be preventing Wikiwand articles from loading properly. In January 2018, Vincent Dancy took over the helm of Mississippi Valleys football program asits 17thhead footballcoach. Brice Carlson begins his first season as the offensive line coach for the Delta Devil football program. McClellan was named Athletic Director at Mississippi Valley State last month. Instead of being open nearly 24/7, the Portal will soon be open for business only 60 days a year. THE WILLIE TOTTEN FILE "I think this is huge for him and Mississippi Valley. School with many different teaching and coaching assignments. Evans spent the past spring season as the quarterbacks coach for Arkansas-Pine Bluff, leading one of the conferences top offenses to the Southwestern Athletic Conference Football Championship game. Read instantly on your browser with Kindle Cloud Reader. For the past two seasons, Totten, 39,

I encourage everyone to support him. Jerry Rice is a household name and I want Mississippi Valley to be that as well in the state of Mississippi. model for young adults to work with, whether in high school or college. Carlson had multiple All-American and All-Conference honorees on his offensive line at West Georgia. Dancy, 33,is a native ofShuqualak,Mississippi and the son of Mississippi Valley State University alumnus Willie Dancy'74 and Evelyn Murray. The record-setting Totten helped MVSU to a 28-11-1 record as the captain 1990-1996 Mississippi Vallley State University (Assistant Your input will affect cover photo selection, along with input from other users. MVSU is closely monitoring info about the coronavirus disease (COVID-19). Education Full Name: Willie Horace Totten Founded in 1950 and established in the historical Delta of Mississippi, Mississippi Valley State University is the youngest of all Historical Black Colleges and Universities in the United States. College: Master of Science in Sports Administration, Grambling Sta= From 1988-89, he worked as a graduate assistant under Jackson State coach Deion Sanders visited the campus during the spring and said he's planning to help MVSU build a new football field. After winning AD of the Year, Ashley Robinson plans to 'dominate the FCS' in football and beyond, Deion Sanders calls for help building a football field for rival Mississippi Valley State, Diddy pledges $1M donation to Deion Sanders, Jackson State football at BET Awards, Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. Dancy graduated from Jackson State, where he was also a standout student-athlete. coach. coach and athletics director at Eastside High School in Cleveland, MS. Before going to the high school ranks, the four-time All-SWAC Our rich heritage affords the discerning student opportunities to grow and prepare for their future. And much of their new direction will be determined by McClellan's leadership. 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Football Coach) My immediate concerns are filling the gaps in those areas that we were missing as it relates to player personnel,andmeeting with our alumni chapters and community stakeholders to reconnect and assist us in restoring our brand from the glory days of Delta Devil football." And it's where he learned lessons on the track, the football field, and in the classroom that helped him get to where he is today. He led a rushing attack that averaged 220.2 yards per game and helped the team achieve a Gulf South Conference championship along with a semifinal appearance in the NCAA Division II Football Championship. feat of nine passing touchdowns in one game. After his college playing days, Evans spent eight years in the Arena Football League. Born: July 4, 1962 Dancy has made steady progress in his four seasons atop the MVSU program; the former Jackson State assistant well before Sanderss time atop the program helped MVSU to three wins in the Southwestern Athletic Conference last season. You will need to temporarily disable your Ad-blocker to view this page. 1988-1989 Grambling State University (Graduate Assistant) Totten is no stranger to the MVSU football program, having set He went on to earn his Masters of Science in Human Performance with a concentration in Sports Administration from Delta State University in 2015. I need you to get at me as soon as possible. MVSU head coach Vincent Dancy added Kenton Evans and Brice Carlson to his staff. Seven months later, the Pitt head coach still isn't happy about how often his team threw the ball in a 24-point win. What Others Are Saying About Willie Totten He's given me so much advice, I can't even begin to tell you.". The stakeholders have expectations for the new head coach,and I have expectationsfor myself. ippi Valley State University (1987) His determination, drive, character, and integrity are all huge. MVSU coaching staff after serving two seasons as the head football The Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils are the college football team representing the Mississippi Valley State University. III Brevard College in North Carolina. Evans finished a legendary prep career at Westwood High in Memphis as the fourth-leading passer in Tennessee high school history with 10,519 career passing yards, as well as 115 touchdowns. He said Im going to take you there. He literally rebuilt the football program at Eastside and I guarantee Evans is a 2003 graduate of Tennessee State University with a bachelors degree in psychology. But ultimately, it's on Mississippi Valley State to help itself first. Playing Experience Dominique Robertson and Orion Awa-Dubose were both All-Gulf South honorees and named All-Americans by Don Hansen, D2Football, and AP Little. Before being named Offensive Line Coach at West Georgia, Carlson served as the Assistant Offensive Line Coach during the 2013 and 2014 seasons at Delta State. I pulled up. Totten worked as the school's head men's and women's tennis coach from I know he'll bring instant I'm confident I'm happy today and Then we went out to that place, I was injured, I was in the hospital, I wasnt able to make it to this game but it was a tough game, a great game.. There was an error retrieving your Wish Lists. hand his athletic abilities. Bell (19591960) Doug Porter (19611965) Curtis Maddox (19661967) William Glossom (19681969) Davis Weathersby (19701977) James T. 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Book bundles for children's growth and development. 1999-2001 Misssissippi Valley State University (Offens Carlson also had Harley Vaughan named Second Team All-Gulf South as a center in his first year playing at the position. 1996-1998 Mississippi Valley State University (Offensi We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. For the town in which this university is located, see Grambling, Louisiana. Guess what I did? Bachelor of Science in Health Physical Education and Recreation, Mississ Please send application, resume, official transcript and three letters of professional recommendation to: Mississippi Valley State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, About MVSU | Academics | Admissions | Future Students | Current Students | Parents | Alumni & Friends | Faculty & Staff | Emergency Site He guided a Tornado offense that averaged nearly 28 points/game. We got to do something about that.. Kenton Evans has been tabbed as the new offensive coordinator for the Delta Devils football program. He threw for 54 touchdowns and over 6,500 yards during his professional career. of Athletics, "Willie shares my philosophy of hard work and discipline, He also was named the Gatorade Player of the Year for Tennessee among numerous prep honors. the two keys to any successful sports program. It is where you can Dream. Try again. "Mississippi Valley State University is fortunate to have a man of such Robinson and McClellanstayed in touch after McClellan graduated, and it kicked off a mentorship that helped jump start McClellan's career in workingcompliance. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Fo otball Coach) Over 25 MVSU alumni have played in the NFL[1], including: Cleophers Hatcher (1953) Ulysses S. McPherson (19541957) LeRoy Smith (1958) John A. all of our alumni, friends and supporters must surely be happy too. he'll do the same for Mississippi Valley. he'll turn the Delta Devils into a premier program in the Southwestern ", Marino H. Casem, Director of Athletics, Alcorn State University, "I have known Willie for several years as a player and coach. Im very excited for him," Robinson said. In his senior campaign, Evans threw for nearly 2,000 yards and 19 touchdowns, earning OVC Newcomer of the Week recognition twice. MVSU Director of Athletics Dianthia Ford-Kee said promoting Dancy to the lead the Delta Devils is in the best interest of the program. What are Your Feelings on the SWAC Commissioner? ive Coordinator) , Language "Better having a too small of a package than too big of one," Leach said. high morals and character as Willie Totten taking over the reigns as our Anything we do in life, we can't do it alone. QB Eric Hoffman finished with almost 3,000 passing yards and threw for 22 touchdowns. Sanders on video cracked a joke about the practice field for MVSU being like something from the vintage Children of the Corn horror flick, continued his tour of the area with Dancy and then made a vow to assist the Delta Devils program. During his tenure, I found that Willie is definitely a good character MVSU prepares you for a successful life after college. In 2014, the 30-year old was the defensive coordinator for Paine College in Augusta, Georgia. Mississippi High School Athletic Association, Fellowship of In his first stint between 2010-12, Evans helped guide the Lions to three straight regional championships. Itta Bena, Miss.- Mississippi Valley State head football coach Vincent Dancy added two new coaches to his staff in Kenton Evans and Brice Carlson, the school announced Monday. The NCAA D-2 program is hiring away the former Citadel player from Centre College. asset he'll be to the Mississippi Valley athletic program. He served as MVSU football's defensive coordinatorsince Feb. 2015before being appointed to the interim role in November 2017. will surely make him the next great head football coach in the state, Im going to need your help financially, Im going to need your help in Itta Bena, we need your help. 1986-1987 Westwood High School, Memphis, TN (Assistant) MVSU believes in educating the whole student. Evans also has extensive experience in the high school ranks. I appointed Willie to the position of athletics director and head football Coach Prime doing that video is first class, and that's what Coach (Vincent)Dancy is and that's what my president is, first class.". I asked him where is the practice field. He possesses a positive I need you to help me maintain it, keep it beautiful and green so they excel. served as offensive coordinator for the Delta Devils, re-joining the Would you like to suggest this photo as the cover photo for this article? Former Mississippi Valley State coach Andre Payne denies claims he abused players, Texas Southern announces new additions to football coaching staff, North Carolina Central hurler Austin Vernon taken by Tampa Bay in MLB Draft, SWAC Media Day: What Twitter is saying about Grambling State suits, Expectations for Southern are extremely high after being tabbed SWAC West favorites, Hue Jackson still believe in Art Briles, says program has moved past controversy. te University 1989) As head coach at Morehouse College, I tried to hire him as the offensive Robinson, who was MVSU's athleticdirector at the time, saw McClellan's drive and determination early on. I will be accountable for this program's success on and off the playing surface." his energy positively on and off the field. As principal, Athletic Conference. program. over 50 NCAA passing records as an All-American quarterback for the He has a very big heart and he loves to see student athletes and coaches be very successful.". Carlson graduated from Guilford College (N.C.) in May of 2011 with a Bachelor of Science in Sport Management and a minor in Education. With all hands-on deckthecampus community, Itta Bena, Greenwood and surrounding communities, alumni, fans and mostimportant our football athletesI am confident that Coach Dancy will give us 100 percentof his effort to build a competitive program that will position MVSU football to win a SWAC Championshipandthe opportunity to vie for the National BlackCollegeChampionship,"said Ford-Kee. The Delta Devils play in NCAA Division I Football Championship as a member of the Southwestern Athletic Conference. "He's a mentor, a brother, all the above," McClellan said. Primarily focusing on the collegiate ranks in the SEC, including deep coverage of the Tennessee Vols' program & work as a sideline reporter & TV analyst, plus coverage on the Notre Dame & Ohio State beats, Brice has seen about every kind of story. John Brice has spent more than two decades covering football at all levels. I want to bring that respect and pride back.". We recognize the important role that parents and families play in the stories of our students. : On the playing field, Evans excelled as a quarterback. pass-catch combination set 75 NCAA records, including Totten's amazing of Famer Jerry Rice was Totten's top receiver under then Delta Devil head football team, athletics department, fans, and alumni will be more than Now, they're set to compete against each other in the SWAC. SWAC details spring football plan with Feb. start, Stephen Lew/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images, SWAC lays out plans to move football to spring, The 150 greatest players in college football's 150-year history, The All-Time All-America team for college football's 150th anniversary. Help me help them, coach Dancy is my dude. both on and off the field. Prior to joining West Virginia State, Carlson coached at Southwest Baptist University, Malone University, Lindenwood University, University of West Georgia, Delta State University, and Becker College. It's where he met his wife and made lifelong friends. Our alumni community is vital to enhancing the mission of Mississippi Valley State University. Recently, completing a vow he had made to a chief rival, Sanders traveled to Mississippi Valley State. All Rights Reserved. In 2012 Jackson State's secondary led the conference in takeaways with 10 INTs. Birthplace: Greenwood, MS Defeating him in the national title game wasn't the ultimate test if Kirby Smart had mastered Nick Saban's lessons. Carlson was the offensive line coach at West Georgia during the 2015 football season. Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. ESPN Enterprises, Inc. All rights reserved. "My goal is to build a championship program for the players, alumni, faculty, staff and fans of Mississippi Valley State University," said Dancy. Z. George High School, North Carrollto= Mississippi Valley State University Established 1950 Type Public, HBCU President Wikipedia, Grambling State University Grambling redirects here. Evans also coached at Cedar Grove High (Ellenwood, Ga.), Towers High (Decatur, Ga.) and Georgia Prep Sports Academy (also in Decatur). Stadium in the spring of 1999. Police chief in rural Mississippi fired after N word filled phone call leaked, Preseason All-Swac Football team and Predicted order of finish, Amazon to buy primary health-care provider One Medical for roughly $3.9 billion, Angela Simmons Is Having A Second Career as a BBW Lingerie ModelUH OH, Jackson State University Sonic Boom of the South (2022-2023). Children: Josta and Trasity Trustees for the Mississippi State Institutions of Higher Learning. Memberships: American Football Coaches Association (AFCA), You will not want to miss our home opener and fan experience. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we dont use a simple average. Download the free Kindle app and start reading Kindle books instantly on your smartphone, tablet or computer no Kindle device required. Hes going to make changes for the better at Mississippi Valley State University.". "If you understand Coach Prime, he's about everybody doing better and elevating," McClellan said. n, MS (1981) A day before last Halloween, as his Jackson State squad continued its march along a season of unprecedented success, Deion Sanders was unable to travel with his team for its game at Mississippi Valley State. We say MISSISSIPPI VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY, but we know you and your parents need information to make that important decision. I could never emphasize enough what a tremendous Grambling State University's legendary Eddie Robinson. That's when the Gulfport native met Jackson State athletic director Ashley Robinson while working a work-study job at Mississippi Valley State. Christian Athletes, Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Incorporated. , Dimensions Rice and Totten's has been elevated and the bar of expectations has been raised.

With the Colleges of Arts and Sciences, Professional Studies, Education and the Graduate School, MVSU provides its students with a variety of educational and future career opportunities. ve Coordinator) Personal His appointment is contingent upon approval by the Board of Jalani Eason airs it out for 60-yard TD pass, Ranking the best HBCU football teams of all time, FCS Week 6 viewers guide: Games and storylines to watch, FCS Week 5 viewer's guide: Games and storylines to watch, FCS Week 4 viewer's guide: Games and storylines to watch, Byron Hetzler/The Southern Illinoisan via AP. He was a team player and was able to channel Its about a mile away from our complex.

: He loves athletics, being a former athlete. He earned a masters in 2008 from West Alabama in Livingston, Alabama, in Counseling and Psychology and as graduate assistant (Jackson State) he earned a second master's in Physical Education.

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