Sports reporter/anchor for
@wctvsports
. Was first female Sports Director for over the air channel in Florida. Tally born. Gville bred. Opinions my own.
TEARJERKER ALERT: East Gadsden grad and
@FSUFootball
lineman Derrick Kelly got a surprise visit from his brother, who serves in the Navy and who Derrick hasn't seen in two years.
@abc27
If college football doesn’t happen this fall, we will lose much, much more than football. Economies will suffer. Athletes will struggle mentally. Even more will lose their jobs. I’m not advocating to play, but please remember, there’s a lot more at stake than “just football.”
BREAKING: The
@FAMU_FB
team has written a letter to FAMU President Dr. Larry Robinson, addressing the issues within the University structure that have not been adequately resolved.
Also, 48 years ago today, Bobby Bowden became the head football coach at Florida State.
Today, Mike Norvell signs a contract extension.
Happy January 12th Seminole fans.
A big day for
@Rhsathletics1
@keyonbrown850
, who celebrated his commitment to
@OU_Football
.
Keyon will enroll early with the Sooners, and will head to campus in January.
He teased us for a second with that Alabama hat… but quickly reached for the OU cap.
BREAKING: Gadsden County head football coach Corey Fuller has resigned. He is expected to take a job at his Alma mater, Florida State University.
Fuller played at Rickards High before playing at Florida State. A decade long NFL career followed his time as a Seminole.
@abc27
I've been off my phone since last night, but my goodness, the outrage about taking a 2x2 inch chunk of sod is INSANE.
I know most don't know the tradition, but vandalism? Come on. It's no worse than what happens during regular play.
Y'all get a life. Have a good week! ✌️
Guess what Big Bend and South Georgia? You’re stuck with me for at least two more years 😊
Resigning my contract today in a car with a mask on wasn’t ideal, but I couldn’t be more excited to stay a part of this community that means so much to me. See you in the fall 🤞
How cool is this?!
Bobby Bowden turned 91 today, and to celebrate, fans and former players drove by to send their well wishes!
Of the big day? Coach said he’s thankful, and thanks the Tallahassee community for the support while he battled COVID.
More tonight on
@abc27
!
Big Bend and South Georgia, there's so much to say, but most importantly, it's truly been a pleasure serving the community as your sports director.
Thank you. 🙏
Confirmed that an ambulance was called to Bobby Bowden’s home last night around 9p.
He was dehydrated and his diabetes was a little out of control.
Fluids were given at home, he responded well. Bowden is not in the hospital at this time.
Then file a police report if it bothers you so much. 🤷♀️
I have no affiliation with FSU, just a reporter who covers them, who attended the University of Florida. Shocked?
I say this with all the respect in the world, but for the love of God, find something else to worry about.😂
For those looking for the full soundbite on Kirby Smart speaking on the current state of Bowl Games, here you go.
It's :52 seconds long, and it's good stuff.
“People need to see what happened tonight, and they need to fix this.”
Kirby Smart said Florida State is a good team, and said what happened tonight doesn’t reflect what type of team the Seminoles are.
Amen.
Alabama Is
#4
. Florida State is
#5
.
Why do we play the season? Why even play? Just make a top four at the beginning of the season and call it a day.
Freaking ridiculous. Win your conference, go undefeated, and it means nothing.
BREAKING: The
@FAMU_FB
team has written a letter to FAMU President Dr. Larry Robinson, addressing the issues within the University structure that have not been adequately resolved.
As I sign off at WTXL for the final time, know that you've impacted my life as much as I hope we've impacted yours, and remember, don't just exist. Always live with purpose.
“People need to see what happened tonight, and they need to fix this.”
Kirby Smart said Florida State is a good team, and said what happened tonight doesn’t reflect what type of team the Seminoles are.
Amen.
Bob Stoops' name has been floating around a while as the potential new coach.
I've talked to some sources as well, and they confirm everything that JP has reported.
Time will tell, but I was also told that a deal is imminent with Stoops as Florida State's new coach.
Look I get it. You don't blow a three run lead in the B9, but you also have to count on the umpires to do their job. That one call didn't make the game, but it sure influenced it.
No, I don't think Willie Taggart was throwing FSU medical staff under the bus. No, I don't think he was blaming dehydration for the loss.
It was hot. Team was gassed. The Noles have lots to work on, but don't misconstrue words into what you want to hear - that's not fair either.
There are a lot of rumors going on right now about the
@FAMU_FB
team & whether or not they will travel to North Carolina to face the Tar Heels as scheduled tomorrow.
As of now, the team still has a chartered flight scheduled for this afternoon. I'll keep you updated.
“I think it speaks to the purpose of the team and the values we have as a program."
The
@FSUFootball
team gave back to one Tallahassee Boys and Girls Club Friday, and I think it's safe to say the athletes had just as much fun as the kids that got to meet them.
Just spoke with Florida A&M head football coach Willie Simmons. There are twenty players that are ineligible, be it to academics or transfer eligibility.
He said only seven offensive lineman that can travel - that’s not enough to safely play a football game.
There are a lot of rumors going on right now about the
@FAMU_FB
team & whether or not they will travel to North Carolina to face the Tar Heels as scheduled tomorrow.
As of now, the team still has a chartered flight scheduled for this afternoon. I'll keep you updated.
Because I can't reply to everyone: here's some history on the Sod Cemetery.
Also, for those on the "it's illegal" & "it's vandalism" train, are you this passionate about someone spitting in someone else's face? You know, an actual crime?
Okay. I'm done.
Little Chubba Purdy factoid for you guys: His dad Shawn’s minor league baseball roommate? None other than former Seminole Eduardo Perez.
Pretty wild the way life works out sometimes. Thought that was pretty cool.
You let a symptomatic player practice all week. Player tested positive the night before the game. Contact tracing has not been done. Who knows how many other players were exposed and could test positive as a result. I honestly cannot believe he's saying this...
Dabo: "This game was not canceled because of COVID. COVID was just an excuse to cancel the game. … To me, the Florida State administration forfeited the game."
Confirmed through TPD, the domestic disturbance involving Deondre Francois is now closed and inactive. Officer said based on interviews, he had no probable cause to make an arrest.
OFFICIAL:
@FAMU_1887
announces their new athletic director: Tiffani-Dawn Sykes.
Sykes will be formally introduced to tomorrow morning at 10:00 in Lee Hall Auditorium.
Dabo Swinney on FSU: "I didn’t say they wanted to forfeit the game. Y’all don’t listen. I didn’t say they wanted to forfeit the game. I said it *should* be a forfeit."
This community means everything to me, and I'm so thankful for the opportunity to be able to stay at home and continue doing what I love.
Ready for all that's ahead working with
@RyanLKelly
and
@sydney_wicker
!
Big Bend and South Georgia, we're coming for you!
Just my annual reminder that Lady Noles/Lady Seminoles isn't a thing. It hasn't been a thing since the University dropped the moniker in the early 2000's. Don't use it. Thanks, have a good Friday, and GO NOLES - beat OSU tonight!
After two fantastic weeks adventuring across Europe, I'm back to work today refreshed, ready to roll, and engaged! 💍
What a vacation. Definitely one I won't forget anytime soon.
"This is like my Super Bowl MVP."
Former
@FSUFootball
player
@devontafreeman
accomplished a goal he set a long time ago on Friday - graduating from Florida State University.
Congrats to Devonta and all other graduates! 🎓
Words are hard for me when it comes to personal recognition, so I’ll just say THANK YOU to the Big Bend and South Georgia! This is yours as much as it is mine.
Thank you for letting me into your lives and telling your stories. Here’s to more awesome stories in 2019!
The boys are back in town. This fan base never ceases to amaze me. Dozens on hand today to greet
@FSUBaseball
as they arrived back in Tallahassee!
We will have more tonight on
@WCTV
!
Bobby Bowden passed away at 5:08am today at home surrounded by his wife Ann and his children.
Information on funeral arrangements will be released at another time.
Best bite to sum up today from HC Willie Simmons: "The responsibility ultimately falls on the student athlete, but without support, it is really, really hard to juggle all they have to juggle and still maintain satisfactory academic progress & still compete at the highest level."
Hearing Kerwin Bell leaving Valdosta State and becoming the offensive coordinator at South Florida is a done deal. The contract at USF for Bell is two years. Valdosta State looking to promote from within, but some of the top candidates may follow Bell to South Florida
@abc27
If this really is the end of the road for Coach Simmons at Florida A&M, I am selfishly very sad as he has been the best to work with. I am also so incredibly excited for him and his family for all the opportunities ahead. Good people deserve the best, and Coach is a good one!
On Saturday,
@THEMARCHING100
takes part in the Battle of the Bands in Atlanta. The event is invite only, but being chosen isn't a surprise for the 100 - they expect to be on top.
@FAMUAthletics
@FAMU_1887
About to be live from Dublin! 🍀
A beautiful night and starting at 4:00, we are talking our journey here, checking in with
@davidplack
and the Marching Chiefs, and also a story on how all FSU’s gear made the journey across the pond.
@MadisonBGlaser
and I will see you soon!
Former
@FSUFootball
⭐️
@marvinwilson21
may be playing in the NFL, but he hasn't forgotten what Tallahassee meant to him. That's why he created Marvin's Movement -- to make a difference in the lives of kids.
This week he, and some of his former teammates, did just that.
@FAMU_FB
I just watched Berkeley prep beat Miami Norland. Norland has 15 D1 players. That’s why u play the game on grass not in a board room. Someone send that to Boo Corrigan
#seminoles
Spent a few days wondering what to say about the end of the high school sports season.
I still couldn’t keep it together and I still couldn’t fully articulate what I wanted to say.
It’s been a pleasure covering all of you for the last four years. I wish there was more. ❤️
See these decals? The Samford football team will wear them on their helmets this year to honor Bobby Bowden.
Coach Bowden played at Samford before coaching there first as an assistant and then as head coach from 1959–1962.
I feel like this is a good platform for two announcements.
I re-signed for two more years at
@abc27
, so guess what Big Bend and south Georgia? I'm sticking around a little longer! ☺️
I'll also be back in two weeks. Headed to Europe! So ✌️ out America, I'll see you all soon! 🛫
Also, on a broader spectrum, what a game to showcase college softball with. ESPN, primetime, under the lights. Walkoff win in the eighth against two top ten teams. I love it.
Coach Colzie addressed recruiting today, and dropped a nice little gem: "We had the opportunity to get (former Florida State RB) Rodney Hill back, which I think is going to be a great, great deal for us."
"We're just making our house a little nicer, doing a little upgrade and creating a really comfy house here and we're really excited."
Thanks
@Coach_Alameda
for talking to us today about all the exciting things happening at the
@FSU_Softball
Complex!
Can't wait to see it done!
Going to get in my feelings a bit. I can't tell you how fantastic it was to cover football again last night. It was the first time I've been back in the studio since March. I felt, for the first time in a while, alive again. Let's hope that feeling continues. Stay safe friends!
GUYS! I FOUND FLORIDA STATE FANS!
Shoutout to
@NoleZoneFSU
for talking with me tonight! They said they haven’t seen any other fans yet either, so if you’re here, connect!
#GoNoles
I am shaken by the passing of
@AschoffESPN
, someone I've known for a long time and watched blossom in his career.
Tell your loved ones how much they mean to you. Enjoy every moment of every day. Work hard, but don't forget to live life.
Merry Christmas to you and yours. ❤️
Some people take this”fake news” stuff too far without even knowing the type of reporters we are.
No one on this beat would say what we are saying (and I’m not the only one reporting this stuff) without legitimate sources closely tied to this search.
GOOD NEWS: I have confirmed with FAMU that the number of athletes that are not certified to play Sunday against Jackson State has gone down to 17.
@abc27
Thank you to
@Coach_Alameda
and
@zcangels6
for stopping by
@abc27
today. You have made our jobs so much fun this year - it's been an absolute blast following your journey!
Congrats again
@FSU_Softball
on that National title! 🏆🏆🏆
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