PENAIR FIELD | SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 | 6 PM vs. UNIVERSITY OF WEST FLORIDA
FAMILY WEEKEND Presented By FLORIDA BLUE
GAME DAY
PENAIR FIELD
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 | 6 PM
VS. SHORTER | FAMILY WEEKEND
WHAT’S INSIDE
President’s
Football Founders
Head Coach Kaleb Nobles
Gulf South Conference
Coaching Staff
UWF Roster
NCAA Compliance
Opposing Roster
Depth Chart
PenAir Field
Sword & Shield Council
Argonaut Athletic Club
UWF Board of Trustees
Football Award
AAC
UPCOMING SCHEDULE
MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT
As I get ready for my very first season as an Argonaut, I couldn’t be more excited to kick off the ninth season of UWF football. I’ve been around a lot of great sports atmospheres, but there’s something special about the blue and green wave of fans filling Pen Air Field with energy and Argo pride. That passion fuels our players and makes every game day unforgettable.
I’m grateful to Head Coach Kaleb Nobles for leading this program with skill, heart and a true Argo spirit. Alongside our outstanding coaching staff and dedicated athletics team, he’s building champions for life — on the field, in the classroom and in the community.
From the strength and determination of our student-athletes to the spirit of our cheerleaders, the pulse of the Argo Athletic Band and the pride of our Army ROTC Argonaut Battalion — this is the heartbeat of UWF. And none of it happens without the incredible support of our fans and the many students, faculty and staff who make game days unforgettable.
We’ve already seen some incredible victories in Argo history, and I can’t wait to celebrate new ones with you this year. I’m proud to wear the blue and green and honored to welcome you to another season of unforgettable UWF football.
Go Argos!
Manny Diaz Jr. Interim President
UNIVERSITY OF WEST FLORIDA
PENAIR FIELD
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 | 6 PM VS. SHORTER | FAMILY WEEKEND
GSC STANDINGS
#5/7 WEST FLORIDA ARGONAUTS
ABOUT THE TEAMS
After a 2-0 start with wins over No. 14 Lenoir-Rhyne and Kentucky Wesleyan on the road last week the Argos have jumped to No. 5 in the AFCA Coaches Poll and No. 7 in the D2Football.com Poll.
UWF is averaging 38 points per game and only allowing 14 points per game.
The running back duo of Jay Sharp and TJ Lane has been a driving force for the Argos. Sharp is averaging 78 yards per game on the ground and Lane has produced 75 yards per game rushing. Both backs have two touchdowns.
As an offense the Argos are putting up 466 yards per game and holding teams to 277 yards. The defense has had 18 tackles for loss and eight sacks.
SHORTER HAWKS
Shorter has put up just one touchdown in two games this season. The Hawks fell to Anderson 34-7 in the season opener and 13-0 against Savannah State. The Shorter offense has averaged 156 yards per game.
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SERIES HISTORY
West Florida is a perfect 8-0 in games with Shorter dating back to 2016. The Argos have outscored the Hawks 343-118. The biggest win of the series came on Sept. 15, 2018 when UWF won 51-7.
Last season the Argos won 35-16 at home over Shorter.
UWF FOOTBALL FOUNDERS
We would like to recognize the following individuals for their support in helping to start football at UWF. The UWF Football Founders are a prestigious group of leaders dedicated to the effort to get football started at the University of West Florida.
PLATINUM
• Darrell Gooden
• PenAir Federal Credit Union
• Estate of John Thayer & Joan Ames Burr
• Jani-King
• Baptist Health Care & Andrews Institute
• Eric & Peg Nickelsen
• Gordon & Bette Sprague
• Fredric G. Levin
• Dr. Anthony Pelezo
• Sandy & Peggy Sansing
• Pensacola Sports
GOLD
• Chad Bailey Family
• KC & Lori Clark
• Dannheisser Family Foundation
• Dick & Carolyn Appleyard
SILVER
• Jim & Shirley Cronley
• John & Susan O’Connor
• Synovus
• Aaron & Meghan Barter
• Rodney & Amy Sutton
• Edwards Roofing, Inc.
• Landrum HR
• Stephen & Mona Wright
• Tom & Beverly Vaughn
• Key Insurance – Paul Thompson
BLUE
• Jack & Miller McCombs
• Saundra Drummer
• Bill Childs
• Dr. Judy Bense
• Joe & Bev Kinego
• Highpointe Hotel Corporation
• Bluewater Wealth Strategies/T.J. Henriques, CFP/ Weston Cramer, MBA
• Chet & Betty Arrant
• Ed Gray / Bruce Vredenburg
• Butch & Sharon Seabrook
• Terry & Betty Berling
• Dick & Laverne Baker
• Jim & Judy Weaver
• Dave & Carla Scott
• John & Patricia Quigley
• Ann Belleau
• Dr. Susan Stephenson
• GSI Recycling
• Cox Communications
• Bear Family Foundation
• Mort & Nancy O’Sullivan
• Pete & Traci Shinnick
• Anonymous
• Joel & Robin Balistreri
• William M. Healey
• Robert & Karen Emmons
• John & Nancy Hutchinson
• Ricky & Deborah Crews
• Snorri & Nicole Gislason
GREEN
• Dr. Martha D. Saunders & Mr. Joseph W. Bailey
• Rick & Margot Fountain
• Bob & Monica Kellner
• Joe & Maggie Ambersley
• Quint & Rishy Studer
• Michael & Amy Harris
• John & Jerre Peacock
• Samuel & Phyllis Bearman
• Pensacola Moving & Storage
• William & Deborah Cramer
• Wine World
• Jehan & Nancy Clark
• Total Construction of NW Florida
• Andy O’Daniel Family
• Marc & Cathi Churchwell
• Paul Pratofiorito
• Brett & Teresa Berg
• Greg & Celeste Threadgill
• Jay Windham
• Escambia County Sheriff’s Office
• Bob & Sharon Kerrigan
• Joan Seifert
• John Switzer
• Jason & Heather Crawford
• Betty Archer Allen
• Rodney & Kricket Rich
• Zenda Swearengin
• McDonald Fleming Moorhead
• Jeff & Amanda Bedenbaugh
• Tom & Gail Dorsey
• Marilyn Hess
• Wind Clan Construction
• Chris & Linda Stinson
• Caldwell Associates
• Jerry & Rhonda Maygarden
• Charlie & Hal Holder
• Thomas E. McMillan Jr.
• First Command Financial Services
• Bob & Lisa Greenwood
• Kreg & Lisa Jones
• Andrew & Ashley Rowzee
• Rollin Etheredge
• Todd Carnley
• Robin Zimmern
• John Gormley
• Randy & Mary Williams
• Jeffrey Schmitt Family
• Bill & Rita Rone
• Camille & Don Carunchio
• Alto Products Corp
• Dr. Lusharon Wiley
• Charles & Janet Kahn
• Tony & Christal Nguyen
• Christopher R. Taghon
• Richard & Donna Puckett
• James & Ildi Hosman
• David & Melissa Lister
• C. Ray & Hilda Jones
• Dr. John D. Bloodworth
• Tim & Donna Haag
• Allan & Betty Laven
• Mr. & Mrs. Chad C. Henderson
• Bruce & Pam Childers
• Ted & Susan Kircharr
HEAD COACH KALEB NOBLES
Head coach Kaleb Nobles enters his third season at the helm with UWF in 2025.
Last season, Nobles led the Argos to a 7-3 record with the only losses coming to Top 25 ranked teams, including No. 2 Grand Valley State and No. 1 Valdosta. UWF took down No. 19 Delta State at home 40-28.
Nobles coached two Gulf South Players of the Year – Corey Scott, Co-Offensive Freshman of the Year and Traevon Mitchell, Co-Defensive Player of the Year. Defensive back and return specialist Virgil Lemons was named an All-American as a returner.
In 2023, the former UWF quarterback and offensive coordinator led the Argonauts to an 8-4 record and spent the entire season ranked in the top 25. UWF ranked in the top 40 nationally in every offensive category while averaging 32.1 points per game with seven contests of at least 35 points.
Wide receiver John Jiles and defensive end John McMullen each were named First Team All-Americans, with McMullen and freshman Ralph Ortiz grabbing Gulf South Conference Defensive Player of the Year and Defensive Freshman of the Year, respectively.
Nobles was named the second coach in program history by University on December 13, 2022.
Nobles spent the two previous seasons at Clemson University where he had the role of Offensive Player Development under head coach Dabo Swinney. He assisted with the quarterbacks and wide receivers, all game preparation and planning, along with various game day duties. In 2021, Clemson went 10-3 with a Cheez-It Bowl victory and compiled an 11-2 record in 2022, winning the ACC Championship while earning a berth in the Orange Bowl against Tennessee.
Nobles spent three seasons on Pete Shinnick’s staff from 2017-20 as the quarterbacks coach for the Argonauts and was named the Co-Offensive Coordinator in May of 2020. He also served as the Director of Football Operations for two-plus years.
Nobles mentored some of the best signal callers in UWF history. In 2019, Austin Reed was named the National Freshman of the Year after he threw for 4,089 yards and 272.6 yards per game to rank 13th nationally. He also completed 57 percent of his passes and tossed 40 touchdowns while rushing for six more.
The 2019 quarterback group established program records with a 56.8 completion percentage, a 148.6 pass efficiency rating, 14.6 yards per completion and 411.9 yards of total offense per game.
In 2018, the Argonauts completed 55.2 percent of their pass attempts, tying the school record at the time. The group averaged 229 yards passing and had 23 touchdowns.
Nobles worked daily with a quartet of QBs during the historic 2017 season that culminated with a run to the national championship game. Mike Beaudry finished with 3,215 yards through the air and 29 touchdowns while being named the Gulf South Conference Offensive Freshman of the Year.
As a student-athlete, Nobles spent four seasons at Valdosta State from 2012-15, appearing in 23 games with six starts as a freshman and sophomore. He threw for 2,009 yards and 19 touchdowns as a Blazer.
In 2016, he transferred to UWF and helped provide immediate leadership and focus to the upstart program. He led the Argonauts to a 5-6 overall record and threw for 3,058 yards with 28 touchdowns. He also established a school record that still stands with 277.3 passing yards per game.
He had six games with at least 300 yards passing, including a 503-yard, 6-TD performance in the win over Missouri S&T in the inaugural home game on Sept. 10, 2016. That passing mark ranks tenth all-time in GSC single-game history. He was also a GSC All-Academic selection that season.
Nobles has coaching in his blood, following in the footsteps of his late father, Buddy. The elder Nobles spent more than 30 years as a high school coach in Florida and Georgia. His Irwin County (Ga.) High School team won the Georgia Class A title in 2019, nine days before the Argos won the national championship.
Nobles, who was born in Jacksonville, Florida and attended high school in Fitzgerald, Georgia, earned his bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration from Valdosta State in December, 2015 and added a master’s in Health Leisure and Sport Science from UWF in December, 2017.
He and his wife, Katy – a former UWF women’s volleyball student-athlete and Argo alumnus – were married in June, 2021. Their welcomed their first child in August 2023.
GULF SOUTH CONFERENCE
Academic excellence and a leadership role in NCAA’s Division II make the Gulf South Conference (GSC) something special.
Entering its 54th year, the GSC is a charter Division II member that prides itself as one of the first conferences to be created and administered by its CEOs.
We take pride in our 50-plus National Team Championships in 13 sports, one individual men’s cross country champion, five men’s golf individual champions, and one track and field champion, as well as more than 160 regional titles, especially because there is no sacrifice on the academic side, where GSC student-athletes graduate at a much higher rate than the general student body.
The GSC sponsors 19 sports, including 18 championship events. Official sponsored sports include baseball, men’s and women’s basketball, men’s and women’s cross country, football, men’s and women’s golf, men’s and women’s soccer, softball, men’s and women’s tennis, men’s and women’s track and field, and volleyball. Prior to the 2020-21 academic year, the conference officially added women’s lacrosse after three seasons as an emerging sport.
In the summer of 1970, six college presidents met to discuss athletics and when the meeting ended, a new league emerged—the Mid-South Conference. Delta State, Florence State (now North Alabama), Jacksonville State, Livingston (now West Alabama), Tennessee-Martin (UTM) and Troy State (TSU) were the charter members, but scheduling problems for the 1970-71 academic year limited the conference to only football. Southeast Louisiana (SELA) and Nicholls State (NSU) joined in 1971 and the league opened an office in Hammond, La., changed its name to the Gulf South Conference, and began championships in nine men’s sports. Mississippi College (MC) and Northwestern Louisiana (NWLA, now Northwestern State) joined in 1972 and two years later, NWLA left for Division I, followed by SELA and NSU in 1979.
The conference continued with seven teams until 1981, when the CEOs admitted Valdosta State and West Georgia (1983). In 1991, UTM and TSU went Division I, briefly dropping the GSC back to seven members, but an aggressive expansion resulted in 10 new members: Lincoln Memorial (199293); Alabama Huntsville, Henderson State, Central Arkansas and Mississippi University for Women (MUW, 1993-94); West Florida (1994-95); and Arkansas-Monticello, Arkansas Tech, Montevallo and Southern Arkansas (1995-96). Jacksonville State
moved to Division I at the end of 1992-93. MC dropped to Division III at the end of 1995-96, and was replaced by Christian Brothers to keep the conference at 16 schools. In July 2000, the GSC welcomed Harding University and Ouachita Baptist University, making it the largest NCAAplaying conference at any level with 18 schools. MUW dropped its athletics program at the end of the 2002-03 season, decreasing the membership to 17. Central Arkansas reclassified to Division I and Lincoln Memorial moved to the South Atlantic Conference following the 2006-07 year. Montevallo’s departure for the Peach Belt Conference dropped the number to 14 in 2009-10. North Alabama completed its final year with the GSC in 2017-18, as the Lions accepted an invitation to go Division I and join the Atlantic Sun Conference. The GSC moved away from divisional play after the 2010-11 season after its six Arkansas members broke away, dropping the membership to eight. The league implemented a five-year expansion plan in 2012 resulting in the addition of new members Shorter University (2014-15), Union University (2014-15), Lee University (2015-16) and Auburn University at Montgomery (2019-20) along with the return of Mississippi College (2016-17) and Montevallo (2017-18).
BASEBALL (6)
West Florida (2011)
Delta State (2004) Troy State (1986, 87)
Jacksonville State (1990, 91)
MEN’S BASKETBALL (3)
North Alabama (1979, 91)
Jacksonville State (1985)
WOMEN’S BASKETBALL (7)
Delta St. (1975, 76, 77, 89, 90, 92)
Southeastern Louisiana (1977*)
FOOTBALL (13)
Delta State (2000)
North Alabama (1993, ’94, ’95)
Valdosta State (2004, ’07, ’12, ‘18)
West Alabama (1971)
West Florida (2019)
Jacksonville State (1992)
Troy State (1984, ’87)
The conference also adopted affiliate memberships to boost its ranks, resulting in sport-specific members, Flagler (women’s lacrosse), North Greenville (football), Spring Hill College (men’s and women’s soccer and women’s golf), and Young Harris (women’s lacrosse). Eventually, Young Harris ended its women’s lacrosse affiliation at the end 2023 season as it became a full member of Conference Carolina. North Greenville announced its intention to end football affiliate status with the GSC following the 2024 season. In January 2023, the GSC unveiled limitedterm football affiliate partnerships with Chowan (2023-24) and Erskine (2024).
The 2023-24 season was the final year of GSC competition for Shorter and West Georgia, ending a five-year period of consistent full-time membership. Shorter accepted a full member invitation to join Conference Carolina, while West Georgia departed for Division I and the Atlantic Sun Conference (ASUN). Meanwhile, the GSC added Trevecca Nazarene as a full member with its first season of competition being in 2024-25. The conference also celebrated its 57th national title as West Florida won the Division II Men’s Golf National Championship.
MEN’S GOLF (7)
Troy State (1976, ’77, ’84)
West Florida (2001, ‘08, ‘25) Lee (2022)
WOMEN’S GOLF (3)
Troy State (1984, ’86, ’89)
WOMEN’S GYMNASTICS (2)
Jacksonville State (1984, ’85)
HOCKEY (2)
Alabama Huntsville (1996, ’98)
WOMEN’S SOCCER (2)
Christian Brothers (2002)
West Florida (2012)
SOFTBALL (2)
Valdosta State (2012)
North Alabama (2016)
MEN’S TENNIS (8)
Valdosta State (2006, ’11, ‘24, ‘25)
West Florida (2004, ’05, ’14, ’17)
TRACK (1)
Southeastern Louisiana (1975)
WOMEN’S VOLLEYBALL (1)
North Alabama (2003)
*Small College Division Champion
UWF ASSISTANT COACHES
COACHING EXPERIENCE
STEVE SAULNIER
ASSISTANT HEAD COACH OFFENSIVE LINE
12th Year at UWF 39th Year Overall North Carolina State ’85
West Florida 2014-present
UNC Pembroke 2006-13
West Branch High School 2003-05
Geneva 2002
Malone 1993-01
New Mexico 1991-92
Brown 1990
Kansas 1988-89
Broughton High School 1987
COACHING EXPERIENCE
DONNY BAKER
OFFENSIVE COORDINATOR WIDE RECEIVERS
1st Year at UWF 5th Year Overall North Greenville ’21
West Florida 2025-present North Greenville.................................................................................2021-2024
COACHING EXPERIENCE
LUCAS MELO
DEFENSIVE RECRUITING DEFENSIVE LINE
3rd Year at UWF 12th Year Overall SEMO ’11
West Florida 2023-present
Davenport 2019-22
Wayne State College 2018
Ellsworth CC 2018
Los Angeles Pierce College 2017
Lake Howell HIgh School 2014-16
COACHING EXPERIENCE
KAVELL CONNOR
DEFENSIVE COORDINATOR LINEBACKERS
3rd Year at UWF
5th Year Overall Clemson ’09
West Florida 2023-present Clemson 2021-2022
COACHING EXPERIENCE
JORDAN REMSZA
SPECIAL TEAMS COORDINATOR SECONDARY
5th Year at UWF
9th Year Overall Ripon College ’16
West Florida 2022-present Quincy 2022 West Florida 2019-21 Avila 2019 Independence CC 2017-18
JOE WINTRICK
DIR. OF FB OPERATIONS RUN GAME COORDINATOR RUNNING BACKS/TIGHT ENDS
5th Year at UWF
5th Year Overall West Florida ’19
COACHING EXPERIENCE West Florida .................................................................................2020-present
GRADUATE ASSISTANTS & ASSISTANTS
Jake Lange
McGrew Fortune
Raveion Hargrove
Mark Chatman
Jason Manary
Mason Baker
DJ Thomas
Warren Henke
Daniel Clarke
Alex Nording
Roman Porterfield
Lee Homitz
MEET THE ARGONAUTS
#0 - Ja’Kobe Clinton
R-Sr., LB 6-2, 230 Sanford, Fla.
#3 - Corey Scott
R-So., WR 6-1, 170 Jacksonville, Fla.
#7 - Tony Bartalo
R-Sr., QB 6-2, 215 Tampa, Fla.
#0 - Jay Sharp
R-Jr., RB 5-9, 175 Birmingham, Ala.
#4 - Kendrick Watkins-Hogue
R-Jr., WR 6-2, 180 Galesburg, Ill.
#7 - Justice Williams
R-Sr., DT 6-3, 305 Tampa, Fla.
#10 - Ty’ray Davis
R-Fr., QB 6-3, 205 Orlando, Fla.
#1 - Trevon Dirden Sr., WR 6-3, 190 St.Augustine, Fla.
#4 - Walker Robinson Sr., LB 5-11, 225 Fort Walton Beach, Fla.
#8 - TJ Lane
R-So., RB 5-10, 205 Middleburg, Fla.
#11 - Colby Taylor Gr., DE 6-3, 250 Summerville, S.C.
#1 - Byron Puryear
R-Sr., DE 6-4, 240 Chicago, Ill.
#5 -Javon Swinton
R-Sr., WR 6-2, 160 Stafford, Va.
#8 - Collin Shaw
R-Sr., DL 6-3, 240 Largo, Fla.
#11 - Quinn Sieger Gr., WR 5-11, 180 Saint Johns, Fla.
#2 - Tony Newsome Jr., DB 6-0, 170 Apopka, Fla.
#5 - Kevin Roberts So., DL 6-2, 280 Apopka, Fla.
#9 - Adam Aiken
R-Jr., DL 6-3, 245 Raleigh, N.C
#12 - Marque Vereen Jr., DB 6-0, 180 Tampa, Fla.
#2 - Marcus Stokes
R-So., QB 6-2, 215 St. Augustine, Fla.
#6 - Tyshon Mansell So., WR 6-1, 185 Bluffton, S.C.
#9 - Tyree Holloway Jr., WR 6-0, 180 Jacksonville, Fla.
#12 - Preston Godfrey
So., RB 5-8, 190 Fairhope, Ala.
#3 - Bishop Riley Jr., DB 5-11, 185 Greenville, Ala.
#6 - Warren Coneway Gr., LB 6-0, 195 Sandersville, Ga.
#10 - Jamari Dickens
R-So., DB 6-3, 195 Wildwood, Fla.
#13 - Lorenzo Payne So., DE 6-1, 245 Apopka, Fla.
#13 - Tyler Dostin
R-Jr., TE 6-3, 240 Danville, Ind.
MEET THE ARGONAUTS
#14 - Cameron Anderson
R-Fr., LB 6-0, 200 Jacksonville, Fla.
#18 - Kaleb Ross
Sr., LB 6-0, 220 Lakeland, Fla.
#21 - Robert Riley
R-So., LB 6-3, 210 Lakeland, Fla.
#25 - Roderick Webb
Jr., DB 5-10, 170 Newport News, Va.
#14 - Mikaiah Stephenson
R-Sr., WR 6-5, 210 Sacramento, Calif.
#18 - Avery Giddens Jr., TE 6-4, 250 Fort White, Fla.
#22 - Jaden Judge So., RB 5-7, 175 Bradenton, Fla.
#26 - Chase Linville
R-So., K 5-10, 175 Crawfordville, Fla.
#15 - Michael Sherill Jr.
R-Jr., DB 5-9, 180 Miami, Fla.
#19 - Michael Shine Sr., P 6-1, 195 Mobile, Ala.
#22 - CJ Fearon
R-Sr., DB 5-9, 170 Miami Gardens, Fla.
#26 - Ryan Cunningham Sr., DB 5-10, 195 Tarpon Springs, Fla.
#16 - John Nicholas
R-Fr., QB 6-3, 220 Pensacola, Fla.
#19 - Eli Webb
R-Jr., DL 6-2, 260 Fairhope, Ala.
#23 - Tyrell Marshall
R-Fr., DB 5-11, 165 Navarre, Fla.
#27 - Lumpy DeWeese
R-So., DB 6-0, 180 Gulf Breeze, Fla.
#16 - Kenyan Hunter
R-Jr., DB 5-9, 190 Guyton, Ga.
#20 - Myles Wright
R-Fr., WR 6-1, 175 St.Augustine, Fla.
#23 - Don Volante III Gr., LS 6-5, 230 Lake Zurich, Ill.
#27 - Tyler Patterson
R-So., K/P 6-2, 200 Fort Pierce, Fla.
#17 - Jackson Kilgore Fr., QB 6-0, 200 Auburn, Ala.
#20 - Quintarius Davis
Gr., DB 5-10, 160 St. Petersburg, Fla.
#24 - Carsyn Cobb
R-Fr., RB 6-1, 195 Deatsville, Fla.
#28 - Trevon Kemmerlin
R-So., WR 6-2, 175 Enterprise, Ala.
#17 - Demontrae Gaston
R-Fr., LB 6-1, 215 Pensacola, Fla.
#21 - Kei’Shawn Smith Fr., RB 5-8, 170 Bradenton, Fla.
#24 - Ernest Flythe
R-So., DB 6-1, 175 Ocala, Fla.
#28 - Joshua Doan
R-So., DB 6-0, 190 Tampa, Fla.
MEET THE ARGONAUTS
#29 - Jabari Murphy So., WR 6-2, 205 Elmore County, Ala.
#35 - Caleb Nyenkan Fr., LB 6-0, 200 Casselberry, Fla.
#41 - Brogan Woeber
Fr., K 5-11, 190 Jupiter, Fla.
#49 - Rodney Joyner
Fr., DL 6-1, 235 Orlando, Fla.
#29 - Jabari Corbett
R-So., LB 5-11, 210 St. Petersburg, Fla.
#36 - Nizhan Feagin Fr., DB 5-10, 195 Clayton County, Ga.
#42 - Kaleb Williams Jr.,DE 6-1, 230 Fort Walton Beach, Fla.
#50 - Christian Ware-Terry Jr., DL 5-10, 265 Port St. Lucie, Fla.
#30 - Devin Wright
R-Jr., LB 6-1, 225 Navarre, Fla.
#37 - Brian Hooks
R-So., DB 6-0, 150 Jacksonville, Fla.
#43 - Aaron Reabe
R-Fr., DE 6-3, 240 Windermere, Fla.
#51 - Levi Gould Sr., OL 6-2, 290 Lexington, S.C.
#31 - AJ Eason
R-So., LB 5-10, 210 Statesboro, Ga.
#38 - Allen Sieni
R-So., CB 6-0, 175 Orlando, Fla
#44 - Carson Ratliff
R-Fr., LB 6-0, 205 Mobile, Ala.
#52 - Camaar Epps Gr., OL 6-4, 270 Newark, N.J.
#32 - Jamal Ellis Gr., DL 6-2, 230 McDonough, Ga.
#39 - Joshod Hampton Fr., DB 5-10, 170 Ocala, Fla.
#46 - George Shannon
R-So., LS 6-0, 210 Gainesville, Fla.
#53 - Jonah Mitchell Sr., LS 6-0, 235 Apopka, Fla.
#33 - Norman Gadsden III Jr., DB 6-3, 215 Fort Lauderdale, Fla.
#40 - Greg Lott Fr., DL 5-10, 215 Tampa, Fla.
#47 - Brady Manning Fr., DB 5-10, 185 Oviedo, Fla.
#54 - Issiah Walker Sr., OL 6-5, 320 Miami, Fla.
#34 - Luke Prieto Fr., LB 6-0, 205 Lake Mary, Fla.
#41 - Jaden Hood Jr., LB 5-11, 230 Tuscaloosa, Ala.
#48 - Vinny Villanova Fr., LB/LS 6-0, 205 Navarre, Fla.
#55 - Darian Anderson Jr., OL 6-3, 325 Lakeland, Fla.
MEET THE ARGONAUTS
#56 - Jaylin Jackson
R-So., OL 6-2, 310 Greenville, Miss.
#65 - Jonathan Thames
So., OL 6-5, 295 Elmore County, Ala.
#75 - Levi Johnson
Sr., OL 6-4, 300 Miami, Fla.
#84 - Channing Clabaugh
So., TE 6-4, 240 Melbourne, Fla.
#57 - Jordan Capraro
R-So., OL 6-3, 280 Fort Pierce, Fla.
#66 - Alex Oats
Fr., OL 6-4, 300 Lake Mary, Fla.
#76 - Ryan Hunt
R-So., OL 6-0, 300 Milton, Fla.
#85 - Patrick Delcour
R-So., WR 6-0, 185 Pensacola, Fla.
#58 - Owen Draves
R-Fr., OL 6-5, 260 Orlando, Ala.
#69 - Jabari Edwards
Sr., OL 6-2, 300 Atlanta, Ga.
#78 - Colton Beesley
Sr., OL 6-5, 310 Saraland, Fla.
#86 - Brayden Sampson
Fr., WR 5-11, 170 DeFuniak Springs, Fla.
#59 - Horace Daley
R-Fr., LB 6-3, 195 St. Johns, Fla.
#70 - Jack Benaitis
Fr., OL 6-2, 260 Fort Myers, Fla.
#80 - Jake Robinette
R-Jr., TE 6-6, 245 Bradenton, Fla.
#87 - Nathan Wright
Jr., TE 6-2, 235 Milton, Fla.
#60 - Trevaris Edwards
So., OL 6-4, 300 Pensacola, Fla.
#71 - Ryan Shine
So., OL 6-7, 310 Mobile, Ala.
#81 - TJ Knighten
Fr., WR 5-10, 180 Lakeland, Fla.
#88 - Shaan Patel
Fr., WR 5-11, 165 Tampa, Fla.
#62 - Phillip Dillard
Fr., OL 6-1, 270 Gulf Breeze, Fla.
#72 - Jayiah Gardner
R-Fr., OL 6-5, 325 Cottondale, Fla.
#82 - Maliek Hill
R-Fr., WR 6-0, 155 Jacksonville, Fla.
#89 - Dominic Goodwin
Fr., WR 5-11, 165 DeFuniak Springs, Fla.
#63 - Weston Gruttadauria
So., OL 6-2, 265 Sarasota, Fla.
#74 - Labron Baldwin
So., OL 6-3, 300 Pensacola, Fla.
#83 - Tre’son
Everett
R-Jr., WR 6-4, 185 Tampa, Fla.
#90 - Josh Belk
Jr., DL 6-4, 290 Richburg, S.C
#91 - Antwuan Hampton So., DL 5-10, 270 Orange Lake, Fla.
#99 - Diego De Pina Fr., DL 6-2, 265 Orlando, Fla.
#92 - Daniel Johnson R-Fr., DL 6-2, 265 Ocala, Fla.
#93 - Bernard Little Fr., DL 5-11, 295 Ocala, Fla.
#94 - Lavarius McCollough So., DT 6-2, 305 Tampa, Fla.
#95 - Grant Pettigrew R-Fr., DL 6-5, 250 Jacksonville, Fla.
#97 - Ty Conze Fr., DL 6-0, 255 Tampa, Fla.
#98 - Braden Berdecia Fr., DL 6-1, 280 Tampa, Fla.
NCAA COMPLIANCE
This brief NCAA rules education is aimed at outlining basic rules to help potential studentathletes, parents and boosters better understand the regulations of the NCAA. The University of West Florida is committed to recruiting and conducting our athletic department with the highest level of intengrity.
ARE YOU A BOOSTER
A booster is an individual who is known (or who should have been known) by a member of the institution’s executive or athletics administration to:
• Have participated in or to be a member of an agency or organization, including corporate entities (e.g., apparel and equipment companies), promoting the institution’s intercollegiate athletics program
• Have made financial contributions to the athletics department or to an athletics booster organization of that institution;
• Be assisting or to have been requested (by the athletics department staff) to assist in the recruitment of prospective studentathletes;
• Be assisting or to have assisted in providing benefits to enrolled student-athletes or their families; or
• Have been involved otherwise in promoting the institution’s athletics program.
Note: Once an individual is identified as a booster the person retains that identity forever.
INSTITUTIONAL CONTROL
Institutional Control of athletics is a fundamental requirement of NCAA Legislation. Specifically, the NCAA Constitution provides that each institution shall be responsible for:
• Controlling its intercollegiate athletics program in compliance with the rules and regulations of the NCAA.
• Monitoring its program to insure compliance, identifying and reporting to the NCAA any instances in which compliance has not been achieved and taking appropriate corrective actions.
• Insuring that members of the institution’s staff, student-athletes and other individuals or groups representing the institution’s athletics interests comply with NCAA rules.
RECRUITING PROSPECTIVE STUDENT-ATHLETES
• A prospective student-athlete is defined by the NCAA as any person who has begun classes in the ninth grade.
• A prospective student-athlete remains a prospect even after he or she has signed a National Letter of Intent or accepts an offer of financial aid to attend UWF.
• Only coaches and athletic department staff members can be involved in the recruiting process off campus. A contact is defined as any face-to-face encounter between a prospect or the prospect’s parent or legal guardians during which time any dialogue in excess of an exchange of a greeting occurs.
* In general, all boosters who are not employed by UWF are prohibited from contacting off campus a prospect or prospect’s family to encourage the prospect to participate in intercollegiate athletics at UWF.
You are prohibited from: (NCAA Bylaw 13)
• Having any off-campus contact with a prospective student-athlete
• Communicating with a prospective studentathlete or their relatives or legal guardians
before June 15 immediately preceding their junior year.
• Making arrangements for a prospect or the prospect’s relatives or friends, to receive money or financial aid of any kind.
• Providing transportation for a prospect or the prospect’s relatives or friends to visit our campus.
• Providing free tickets or tickets at a reduced cost for prospects or the prospects relatives or friends to attend an athletic event.
• Entertaining high school, prep school or community college coaches.
As a booster, you are permitted to: (NCAA Bylaw 13)
• Notify our coaches about prospects in your area that may be strong additions to our teams.
• Attend high school or two-year college athletic contests or other events where prospects may compete; however, you may not contact the prospect or the prospect’s relatives.
• Continue existing friendships with families of prospects, but you may not attempt to recruit the prospect.
• Have in-person contact with a prospective student-athlete while they are on an official or unofficial visit. This contact is limited to only on-campus.
EXTRA BENEFITS
In addition to regulating contact of our boosters with prospects, the NCAA also regulates contact with current UWF student-athletes, as well as their relatives and friends. An extra benefit is any special arrangement by an institutional employee or a booster to provide a student-athlete, prospect, or their relatives or friends a benefit not expressly authorized by NCAA legislation. In general, you may not provide a benefit that is not authorized by NCAA legislation or make special arrangements for student-athletes and prospective student-athletes that are not available to the general student population.
Examples of prohibited extra benefits not allowed by NCAA rules, but are not limited to, are as follows: (NCAA Bylaw 16)
• Providing cash or loans in any amount, or signing or co-signing for a loan.
• Providing gifts or any kind, including birthday cards and holiday gifts.
• Providing special discounts for goods and services (e.g. car repairs, legal services, meals).
• Providing free rent or reduced rent, housing.
• Purchasing complimentary admissions from a student-athlete.
• Providing an honorarium to a studentathlete for a speaking engagement.
As a booster, you are permitted to: (NCAA Bylaw 16)
• Invite a student-athlete into your home for an occasional meal, but please coordinate such activity with the respective Head Coach.
Consequences to Boosters for NCAA Violations: Institutions required by the NCAA to notify boosters of consequences regarding rules violations. Boosters found in violation of NCAA rules are subject to losing benefits and privileges, including season tickets.The NCAA Committee
on Infractions has processed cases in which penalties have included both the dissociation of boosters with the institution and the loss of season ticket privileges.
BOOSTER INVOLVEMENT- NAME, IMAGE, LIKENESS (NIL)
A UWF booster may engage with a current student-athlete in connection with the booster’s private business provided UWF is not involved in identifying or selecting the booster and the engagement is in accordance with Florida law and UWF policy, is not an impermissible inducement, and does not constitute pay-forplay. Existing extra benefit NCAA legislation requiring the student-athlete to pay the going rate available to the general public for professional services shall apply.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: Can a booster be involved in any way when a prospect is on an official or unofficial visit?
A: Yes. However, the booster may have contact only on campus during the student-athletes official or unofficial visit. Off campus contact is prohibited.
Q: May a student-athlete’s name or picture be used to directly or indirectly advertise, recommend, or promote the sale or use of a commercial product or service?
A: Yes, provided the student-athlete has entered an NIL contract with the company.
Q: Is it permissible for a booster to pay in whole or in part registration fees associated with sport camps?
A: No.
Q: Is UWF responsible for the acts of boosters and booster support groups?
A: Yes. Boosters are governed by the same NCAA and institutional rules and regulations as those placed upon all institutional athletics staff members.
Q: Is it permissible for a booster to provide gifts or awards to a student-athlete for his or her athletics performance?
A: No. All awards must conform to NCAA awards legislation and must be approved by UWF.
Q: Is it permissible for a booster to provide an enrolled student-athlete with professional services (for which a fee would normally be charged) for personal reasons?
A: No. Professional services provided at a fee less than the normal rate or at no expense to a student-athlete are considered extra benefits.
Q: May a student-athlete make a public appearance at a business establishment for any purpose such as signing autographs etc.?
A: Yes. Such appearances can be construed as a direct or indirect endorsement of the commercial establishment, provided they are receiving compensation through an NIL contract.
SHORTER ROSTER
Ga.
Rubbo LB Fr. Woodbridge, Va.
Fr. Forsyth, Ga.
So. Rockmart, Ga.
41 Jordan Davis DE So. Savanah, Ga. 41 Logan Stokes TE Fr. Trion, Ga. 42 Caleb Barnes DE So. Woodbury, N.J.
Jaxson James LB Fr. Columbus, Ga.
Mark Myles K Fr. Jackson, Ga. 44 Cody Earle LB Sr. Sharpsburg, Ga. 45 Geremiah Humbert DE Fr. Thomasville, Ga. 46 McClain Fineran K So. St. Simmons Island, Ga. 46 Logan Roberts SS Fr. Ringgold, Ga. 47 Eljay Ashley DB So. Suwanee, Ga.
Landon Murphy LS So. Winder, Ga.
Dixson Morris DE Fr. Blackshear, Ga.
Thatcher Wilbanks K So. Ringgold, Ga.
Caleb Peden TE Sr. Chatsworth, Ga. 49 Cameron Yeary CB Fr. Rome, Ga. 50 Ryan Smith Jr. DL Fr. Dallas, Ga. 51 Kain Brown LB Fr. Chickamauga, Ga. 52 John Hughes DE Sr. Canton, Ga. 53 Reggie Hinton DE Jr. Americus, Ga. 54 Jacob Strunk OL R-So. Southside, Ala. 54 Anson Talcott LB Fr. Gray, Ga.
55 Casey Scott OL Fr. Moultrie, Ga.
55 Bray Williamson DL Fr. Mount Vernon, Ga. 56 Aiden Dujoud OL R-So. Cullman, Ala. 57 Buddy Self DL So. Flowery Branch, Ga.
58 Preston Evans DE Fr. Monroe, Ga.
58 Jacorey Wright OL So. Americus, Ga
59 Aiden Veal OL Fr. Calhoun, Ga.
60 BJ Foster OL So. Americus, Ga 61 Isaac Walls OL Jr. Franklin, Ga.
62 Luke Peden DL Fr. Crandall, Ga.
62 Aidan Watford OL Fr. Brunswick, Ga.
63 Landyn Scurlock OL So. West Blocton, Ala.
64 Nathaniel Stephens OL Fr. Loganville, Ga.
65 Micah Rogers DL So. Atlanta, Ga.
66 Denzel Alexandre-Louis OL Jr. Kennesaw, Ga.
67 Malachi Tanksley DL Fr. Dallas, Ga.
68 Mitchell Cullen LS Fr. Albany, Ga.
68 Aidan Townsend DL Fr. Monroe, Ga.
69 Jukorian Thomas OL Fr. Perry, Ga.
70 Courtney Benas OL Fr. Acworth, Ga.
71 Ben Sherman OL So. Grayson, Ga.
72 Aiden Brown OL So. Rainbow City, Ala.
73 Lukas Brown OL Fr. Pensacola, Fla.
74 Vinson Dresser OL Jr. Augusta, Ga.
75 Montreas Simmons OL Jr. Rockmart, Ga.
76 Chip Scarbrough OL So. Alpharetta, Ga.
77 Caden Dodson OL Sr. Ringgold, Ga.
78 Ethan Goggans OL Fr. Rome, Ga.
79 Fredrick Coleman OL So. Kennesaw, Ga.
80 Ronderius Gray WR So. Waynesboro, Ga.
81 Roman Caliendo TE Fr. Palm Coast, Fla.
82 Davien Williams WR Fr. Conyers, Ga.
83 DJ Reese II WR So. Yorkville, Ga. 83 Edgar Bermudez K Fr. Cedartown, Ga.
Dennis Sims WR/PR Fr. Rockmart, Ga.
Fr. Atlanta, Ga.
Fr. Trion, Ga.
Wade Combee TE Fr. Cumming, Ga. 86 Knox Walls WR So. Perry, Ga. 87 Tristan Keigley TE Fr. Pensacola, Fla. 88 Bryson Campbell WR Fr. Royston, Ga.
Jarrett Brown WR Fr. Dallas, Ga.
Josiah Johnson DE R-So. Newnan, Ga.
Tyler Hoffman DE Fr. Cumming, Ga. 92 KB Bonds DL Jr. Lexington, Ga. 93 Rishard Sullivan DL So. Rome, Ga.
Talan Thomas K Fr. Alpharetta, Ga. 94 Camari Edwards DT Fr. Jackson, Ga. 95 Canyon Thrasher DL R-So. Riverdale, Ga.
96 Evan Cauble DE So. Peachtree City, Ga.
97 Isaiah Blake DL Jr. Kennesaw, Ga.
98 Nakobi Spurrier DL Jr. Tucker, Ga. 99 Brandon Watson DL So. Milledgeville, Ga.
TONIGHT’S DEPTH CHARTS
UWF OFFENSE SHORTER OFFENSE
Pos.
QB 2 Marcus Stokes 6-2 215 R-So. St. Augustine, Fla.
7 Tony Bartalo 6-2 215 R-Sr.. Tampa, Fla.
RB 8 TJ Lane 5-10 205 R-Fr. Middleburg, Fla.
0 Jay Sharp 5-9 175 R-Jr. Birmingham, Ala.
WR 3 Corey Scott 6-1 180 R-So. Jacksonville, Fla.
14 Mikaiah Stephenson 6-5 210 R-Sr. Sacramento, Calif.
WR 1 Trevon Dirden 6-3 190 Sr. St. Augustine, Fla.
11 Quinn Sieger 5-11 180 Gr. Saint Johns, Fla.
WR 9 Tyree Holloway 6-0 180 Jr. Jacksonville, Fla.
5 Javon Swinton 6-2 160 R-Sr. Stafford, Va.
TE 80 Jake Robinette 6-6 245 R-Jr. Bradenton, Fla.
18 Avery Giddens 6-4 250 Jr. Fort White, Fla.
LT 54 Issiah Walker 6-5 320 Sr. Miami, Fla.
58 Owen Draves 6-5 285 R-Fr. Orlando, Fla.
LG 78 Colton Beesley 6-5 310 Sr. Saraland, Fla.
C 69 Jabari Edwards 6-2 300 Sr. Atlanta, Ga.
51 Levi Gould 6-2 290 Sr. Lexington, S.C.
RG 60 Trevaris Edwards 6-4 300 So. Pensacola, Fla.
RT 75 Levi Johnson 6-4 300 Sr. Miami, Fla.
52 Camaar Epps 6-4 270 Gr. Newark, N.J. Pos.
QB 3 Jeb Walls 6-2 215 R-So. Perry, Ga.
7 Michael Rich 6-5 215 Gr. Gadsen Ala.
RB 2 Lanear McCrary 5-10 200 Jr. Rockmart, Ga.
4 Charles Alia 5-9 190 R-Sr. Houston, Texas
WR 15 Alex Garnett 5-8 160 Fr. Miami, Fla.
84 Dennis Sims 5-11 185 R-So. Rockmart, Ga.
WR 1 Cardrece Mobley 6-5 190 Sr. Clearwater, Fla. 14 Bonshavior Bean 5-10 175 R-Fr. Bradenton, Fla.
WR 0 Ladarius Smith 5-9 175 R-Fr. Cordele, Ga.
8 Terrance Vandiver 6-0 180 Gr. Evans, Ga.
TE 16 Sky Niblett 5-11 230 So. Gainesville, Ga. 19 Cole McCranie 6-3 245 Sr. Metter, Ga.
LT 77 Caden Dodson 6-7 280 R-Jr. Ringgold, Ga. 56 Aiden Dujoud 6-4 270 R-So. Cullman, Ala.
LG 79 Freddie Coleman 6-2 290 Sr. Kennesaw, Ga. 63 Landyn Scurlock 6-4 305 R-Fr. West Blocton, Ala.
C 54 Jacob Strunk 6-1 295 Jr. Southside, Ala.
Aiden Brown 5-11 285 R-Fr. Rainbow City, Ala.
RG 61 Isaac Walls 6-2 305 R-Jr. Franklin, Ga.
Jukorian Thomas 6-2 295 Fr. Perry, Ga.
UWF DEFENSE SHORTER DEFENSE
Pos. No. Player Ht. Wt. Yr. Hometown
RT 58 Jacorey Wright 6-5 300 So. Americus, Ga 73 Lukas Brown 6-5 290 Fr. Pensacola, Fla. Pos. No. Player Ht. Wt. Yr. Hometown
DE 13 Lorenzo Payne 6-1 245 So. Apopka, Fla.
9 Adam Aiken 6-3 245 R-Jr. Raleigh, N.C.
DT 7 Justice Williams 6-3 310 R-Sr. Tampa, Fla.
50 Christian Ware-Terry 5-10 265 Jr. Port St. Lucie, Fla.
DT 5 Kevin Roberts 6-2 280 So. Apopka, Fla.
90 Josh Belk 6-4 290 Jr. Richburg, S.C.
DE 8 Collin Shaw 6-3 240 R-Sr. Largo, Fla.
19 Eli Webb 6-2 260 R-Jr. Fairhope, Ala.
OLB 0 Ja’Kobe Clinton 6-2 230 R-Sr. Sanford, Fla.
21 Robert Riley 6-3 210 R-So. Lakeland, Fla.
MLB 4 Walker Robinson 5-11 225 Sr. Fort Walton Beach, Fla.
17 Demontrae Gaston 6-1 215 R-Fr. Pensacola, Fla.
OLB 6 Warren Coneway 6-0 195 Gr. Sandersville, Ga.
14 Cameron Anderson 5-11 195 Fr. Jacksonville, Fla.
CB 2 Tony Newsome 6-0 170 Jr. Apopka, Fla.
25 Roderick Webb 5-10 170 Jr. Newport News, Va.
S 27 Lumpy Deweese 6-0 180 R-So. Gulf Breeze, Fla.
15 Michael Sherril Jr. 5-9 190 So. Miami, Fla.
S 10 Jamari Dickens 6-3 195 R-So. Wildwood, Fla.
22 Chester Fearon 5-9 170 R-Sr. Miami Gardens, Fla.
CB 23 Tyrell Marshall 5-11 165 R-Fr. Navarre, Fla.
20 Quintarius Davis 5-10 160 Gr. St. Petersburg, Fla.
DE 12 Jahseim Henry 6-2 240 Sr. Brooklyn, N.Y.
91 Tyler Hoffman 6-4 240 R-Fr. Cumming, Ga.
DT 92 KB Bonds 6-2 315 Jr. Lexington, Ga.
99 Brandon Watson 6-2 325 R-Fr. Milledgeville, Ga.
DT 98 Nakobi Spurrier 6-2 290 Jr. Tucker, Ga.
94 Camari Edwards 6-4 270 Fr. Jackson, Ga
DE 11 Michael Matos 6-3 225 So. Jacksonville, Fla.
20 Tilil Blackwell 6-3 255 R-Jr. Gainesville, Ga.
LB 0 Brian Gilmore 6-3 190 Jr. 44 Cody Earle 6-0 215 R-Sr. Sharpsburg, Ga.
LB 6 Kobe Butts 5-11 220 Sr. Macon, Ga. 10 Andrew Waldrep 5-11 210 Jr. Blue Ridge, Ga.
SS 3 Hugh Barbee 5-10 180 R-Jr. Woodbury, Ga. 28 Braden King 6-0 190 R-So. Athens, Ga.
CB 2 AJ Howard 5-10 165 R-So. Warner Robins, Ga.
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UWF SPECIAL TEAMS SHORTER SPECIAL TEAMS
PENAIR FIELD
The UWF athletics department unveiled PenAir Field in February of 2016. The facility is part of the multi-phase project in the University Park section of campus.
The 120-yard state-of-the-art surface serves as the primary practice facility for the UWF football program. It is also used as a training facility by the UWF Strength and Conditioning staff with all 15 intercollegiate sports.
In September of 2016, the University announced a $1 million gift from PenAir Federal Credit Union to support UWF football and officially name the field, PenAir Field.
This is the most recent development in a long-standing relationship between the University and PenAir. Previously, PenAir has shown its support by partnering with the alumni association, the College of Business and UWF Athletics. The credit union is currently the presenting sponsor of the annual Alumni Scholarship Classic golf tournament, and it provides the official UWF credit card for alumni and friends of the University. Each time the UWF card is swiped, the
to accepting their first professional position after graduation. While the $1 million gift will directly support UWF football, this isn’t the first time PenAir has helped UWF foster school spirit through athletics. The credit union also serves as the presenting sponsor of the annual Athletic Hall of Fame banquet as well as a title sponsor for the Argo Armada Student Rewards program, which rewards students for the number of sports events they attend.
STADIUM POLICIES
Regulations regarding ticketing, parking, tailgating, alcohol, merchandising, and promotions at PenAir Field for University of West Florida home football games are designed to create the best fan experience in NCAA Division II Football. We hope you enjoy your visit to the UWF campus and PenAir Field.
CLEAR BAG POLICY
• Each ticket holder is allowed one large clear bag such as a one-gallon Ziploc style bag or clear plastic, vinyl or PVC bag that does not exceed 12” by 6” by 12”. Those requiring necessary items (e.g., diapers for a baby,
• PERMITTED ITEMS
• Single seat chair backs
• Binoculars
• Small cameras and radios
• Blankets and rain apparel
• Strollers (must not take up an additional seat)
• Umbrellas
PROHIBITED ITEMS
• All bags (including purses, fanny packs, etc.) except clear plastic bags but are not limited to: purses larger than a clutch bag, coolers, briefcases, backpacks, fanny packs, diaper bags, cinch bags, luggage of any kind, computer bags and camera bags or any bag larger than the permissible size.Any kind of container including coolers, thermoses, cups, bottles, cans, flasks, kegs, and water bottles
• Outside food and beverages
• Flags
• Camcorders and tripods
• Pets (excludes ADA service animals)
• Artificial noisemakers
• Silly string/glitter/candles
• Promotional items unless distributed by UWF Athletics or approved partners
• Weapons
• Illegal drugs including medical marijuana
• E-cigarettes and vaping
• ALCOHOL – No outside food or beverage inside the stadium. Alcohol will be available for
• In compliance with the UWF Grounds and Facility Use Policy, no solicitation is allowed during tailgating on game day (pre-game, during game, or post-game). The offering or handing out of any item or flyer is not permitted without written consent of UWF Athletics.
• Alcohol advertisements are not allowed any time on UWF property or at any athletic venue. This type of advertising includes banners, flyers, signs, and vehicles unless in conjunction with university alcohol education initiative (approved by UWF Athletics).
• FAN/PATRON CONDUCT
• The NCAA, the GSC and UWF support good sportsmanship and will not tolerate abusive actions, language, or gestures from fans, players, coaches or officials. Extreme or continued acts of unsportsmanlike behavior may be grounds for dismissal from the contest. Inappropriate language or actions directed towards UWF Athletics personnel, ushers, or police officers will not be tolerated and may be grounds for immediate removal from PenAir Field and the UWF Campus.
• GULF SOUTH CONFERENCE SPORTSMANSHIP STATEMENT: THE UNIVERSITY OF WEST FLORIDA AND THE GULF SOUTH
An elite group of donors focused on advising and assisting the University of West Florida Department of Intercollegiate Athletics. This group helps with fundraising, growth and helping UWF build champions for life.
Joe Ambersley
Dick Appleyard
Terry Berling
Darrell Gooden
Eric Nickelsen
Dr. Tony Pelezo
Sandy Sansing
Gordon Sprague
John Switzer
SWORD & SHIELD COUNCIL
ARGONAUT ATHLETIC CLUB
The mission of the Argonaut Athletic Club is to provide resources for our student-athletes to be Champions For Life. We want all Argo studentathletes to be champions on the field of play, in the classroom and in life. Your support provides opportunities to all 15 sports and to more than 350 student-athletes. The AAC serves as a booster club to generate school spirit, increase attendance at sporting events and build enthusiasm and tradition for UWF Athletics.
Donors to the Argonaut Athletic Club become members of the UWF Athletics family with their annual donation. Your gift makes a difference in the lives of our student-athletes. The goals of continued educational opportunities, program growth and program success are attainable thanks to your support. Thank you for supporting your hometown team and for building champions for life!
By making a gift to the Argonaut Athletic Club, you:
• Provide scholarship support to 350 UWF student-athletes and help them earn a degree in higher education.
• Receive tax deductible donation credit.
• Offer a world-class academic and athletic experience for our student-athletes.
• Promote an environment that will produce tomorrow’s leaders.
• Are a donor and a part of Argo Nation!
GET INVOLVED
Share your pride with other Argo alumni by joining one of our regional chapters or affinity groups.
Always An Argo
As a UWF graduate, you are always part of our University family. Stay connected with the UWF Alumni Association and get involved today!
STAY CONNECTED
SHARE YOUR WINS
Share your important life moments with the UWF alumni family by visiting uwf.edu/classnotes.
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Learn about all of the benefits and resources available to you by visiting alumni.uwf.edu.
Stay connected with UWF and the Alumni Association by updating your contact info at uwf.edu/alumniupdate.
VISIT OFTEN
The fun doesn’t stop once you graduate-join us for a sporting event, alumni happy hour, Homecoming or a Founders Week event.
PAY IT FORWARD
Support the future of Argo students, UWF teams, and dynamic academic programs by making a gift at uwf.edu/give.
UWF BOARD OF TRUSTEES
The UWF Board of Trustees is the 13-member governing body for the institution. The Governor of Florida appoints six of the members, who serve five-year terms and the Board of Governors appoints five of the members who serve five-year terms. All of these must be approved by the Senate. The president of the Faculty Senate holds one of those places. The final member is the president of the Student Government Association.
Rebecca Matthews Chair
Dr. Paul Hsu
Adam Kissel
Heather Riddell Faculty Senate President
Ashley Ross Alonzie Scott
Zack Smith
Dr. Rachel Moya
Richard “Dick” R. Baker
Paul Bailey
Trista Bennett SGA President
Edward Fleming
Chris Young Vice Chair
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UWF FOOTBALL AWARD WINNERS
NATIONAL COACH OF THE YEAR
2017 - Pete Shinnick (AFCA, Don Hansen Football Gazette, D2Football.com)
2019 - Pete Shinnick (Don Hansen Football Gazette, D2Football.com)
SUPER REGION 2
COACH OF THE YEAR
2017 - Pete Shinnick (AFCA, Don Hansen Football Gazette)
2019 - Pete Shinnick (Don Hansen Football Gazette, D2Football.com)
NATIONAL FRESHMAN OF THE YEAR
2019 - Austin Reed (D2Football. com)
AFCA ALL-AMERICA
First Team
2022 - David Durden, AP 2023 - John McMullen, DL
AFCA ALL-AMERICA
Second Team
2023 - Jacob Bruce, OL 2023 - John Jiles, WR 2024 - Virgin Lemons III, RS
ASSOCIATED PRESS ALL-AMERICA
First Team
2021 - D’Anthony Bell, S 2022 - David Durden, PR 2022 - Dalton Simpler, OL 2023 - John McMullen, DL
Second Team
2017 - Marvin Conley, DB
2017 - John Williamson, DE
2021 - Mike Dilla, OL
2021 - Austin Reed, QB 2023 - John Jiles, WR
D2CCA ALL-AMERICA
First Team
2023 - John McMullen, DL 2024 - Virgil Lemons III, RS 2024 - Traevon Mitchell, DL 2024 - Logan Gregory, P
D2CCA ALL-AMERICA
Second Team
2017 - Marvin Conley, DB
2017 - John Williamson, DE
2021 - Mike Dilla, OL
2021 - Shea Campbell, LB 2022 - Dalton Simpler, OL
D2FOOTBALL.COM ALL-AMERICA
First Team
2021 - D’Anthony Bell, S Second Team
2021 - Austin Reed, QB
2022 - David Durden, WR Honorable Mention
2017 - Marvin Conley, DB
2017 - John Williamson, DE
2021 - Mike Dilla, OL
2022 - Dalton Simpler, OL
DON HANSEN FOOTBALL GAZETTE ALL-AMERICA
First Team
2021 - Mike Dilla, OL
2022 - Dalton Simpler, OL
2023 - John Jiles, WR
Second Team
2019 - Samuel Antoine, OL
2023 - Jacob Bruce, OL
2023 - John McMullen, DL
Honorable Mention
2016 - Ishmel Morrow, WR
2018 - Marvin Conley, S
2021 - Jacob Bruce, OL
2021 - Shea Campbell, LB
2021 - David Durden, WR
2022 - Jacob Bruce, OL
2022 - Griffin Cerra, PK
2022 - David Durden, WR
2022 - Pooda Walker, DL
2023 - Nymonta Doucoure, OL 2023 - Gael Laurent, LB
D2CCA ALL-SUPER REGION 2
First Team
2016 - Ishmel Morrow, WR
2017 - Marvin Conley, DB
2017 - Austin Williams, PK
2017 - John Williamson, DE
2021 - Jacob Bruce, OL
2021 - Shea Campbell, LB
2021 - Mike Dilla, OL
2021 - Austin Reed, QB
2022 - Jacob Bruce, OL
2022 - David Durden, WR/RS
2022 - Dalton Simpler, OL
2023 - Jacob Bruce, OL
2023 - John Jiles, WR
2023 - John McMullen, DL
2023 - Gael Laurent, LB
Second Team
2016 - Trent Archie, S
2017 - Jalen Spencer, DB
2021 - Trent Archie, S
2021 - D’Anthony Bell, S
2021 - Stephon Williams, LB
2022 - Will Breland, LB
2022 - Zac Elam, OL
2023 - Nymonta Doucoure, OL
2023 - Quincy Milhomme
DON HANSEN FOOTBALL GA-
ZETTE ALL-SUPER REGION 2
First Team
2016 - Ishmel Morrow, WR
2017 - Austin Williams, PK
2017 - John Williamson, DE
2019 - Samuel Antoine, OL
Second Team
2018 - Marvin Conley, S
2019 - Austin Reed, QB
2019 - Tate Lehtio, WR
Third Team
2016 - Anas Hasic, WR
2017 - Samuel Antoine, OL
2017 - Antoine Griffin, RS
2018 - Gavin Burford, LB
2019 - Quentin Randolph, WR 2019 - Joe Wintrick, OL
2019 - Ian Busgh, DE
2019 - Trent Archie, LB
ALL-GULF SOUTH CONFERENCE
First Team
2016 - Ishmel Morrow, WR
2017 - Austin Williams, PK
2017 - John Williamson, DE 2018 - Gavin Burford, LB 2018 - Marvin Conley, DB 2019 - DeMarco Artis, Utility
2019 - Samuel Antoine, OL
2019 - Trent Archie, Nickle
2019 - Ian Bush, DE 2019 - Tate Lehtio, WR 2019 - Shomari Mason, RB 2016 - Trent Archie, Nickle
2021 - D’Anthony Bell, S 2021 - Jacob Bruce, OL
2021 - Shea Campbell, LB
2021 - Marcus Clayton, STU
2021 - Mike Dilla, OL
2021 - David Durden, WR
2021 - Matthew Gotel, DL
2021 - Austin Reed, QB 2021 - Dalton Simpler, OL 2021 - Matthew Gotel, DL 2021 - Shea Campbell, LB 2022 - Da’Quan Bailey-Brown, ST Utility
2022 - Jacob Bruce, T 2022 - Zac Elam, C 2022 - David Durden, WR & RS 2022 - Willie Jordan, LB
2022 - Caden Leggett, WR 2022 - Shomari Mason, RB 2022 - Dalton Simpler, G
2022 - Pooda Walker, DL 2023 - Jacob Bruce, T 2023 - Nymonta Doucoure, G 2023 - John Jiles, WR
2023 - Gael Laurent, LB 2023 - Caden Leggett, WR 2023 - John McMullen 2023 - Quincy Milhomme
2024 - Traevon Mitchell, DL
2024 - Corey Scott, WR
2024 - Collin Shaw, DL
2024 - Ralph Ortiz, LB
2024 - Virgil Lemons III, CB/RS
2024 - Logan Gregory, P Second Team
2016 - Anas Hasic, WR
2016 - Andre Duncombe, LB
2017 - Samuel Antoine, OL
2017 - Trent Archie, Nickle
2017 - Antoine Griffin, WR
2018 - Sam Adams, ST Utility
2018 - Samuel Antoine, OL
2018 - Andre Duncombe, Jr., LB
2018 - Antoine Griffin, RS
2018 - Ishmel Morrow, WR
2018 - Chris Schwarz, RB
2019 - Kedrick Bradley, LB
2019 - Dawson Hamlin, P
2019 - Quentin Randolph, WR
2019 - Joe Wintrick, OL
2021 - Ka’Ron Ashley, WR
2021 - Shomari Mason, RB
2021 - Stephon Williams, LB
2022 - Griffin Cerra, PK
2022 - Steve Dawson, P 2022 - Ra’veion Hargrove, AP
2022 - Kelvin Johnson, LB
2022 - Shannon Showers, DB
2022 - Aiden Swett, DL 2023 - Colton Beesley, G 2023 - Jacob Dorn, DL 2023 - Byron Puryear, DL 2023 - Walker Robinson, LB
2023 - C.J. Wilson, AP
2024 - Nash Nelson, OL
2024 - Jay Sharp, RS
2024 - Anthony Ballard, Utility
GSC OFFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE YEAR
2021 - Austin Reed, QB
GSC DEFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE YEAR
2023 - John McMullen
2024 - Traevon Mitchell, DL (CoDPOY)
GSC OFFENSIVE FRESHMAN OF THE YEAR
2017 - Mike Beaudry, QB
2019 - Austin Reed, QB
2024 - Corey Scott, WR (Co-OFOY)
GSC DEFENSIVE FRESHMAN OF THE YEAR
2016 - Trent Archie, S 2023 - Ralph Ortiz
COSIDA ACADEMIC ALL-AMERICA
2022 - Steve Dawson, P Third Team
COSIDA ACADEMIC ALL-DISTRICT
2016 - Reggie Barnes, LB
2016 - Kaleb Nobles, QB
2016 - John Williamson, DE
2017 - Reggie Barnes, LB (2)
2017 - Chris Schwarz, RB
2017 - Josh Smiley, LB
2017 - John Williamson, DE (2)
2019 - Tate Lehtio, WR
2022 - Steve Dawson, P
2022 - Gael Laurent, LB
2023 - Peewee Jarret, QB
2023 - Gael Laurent, LB
2024 - Riyon Adams, OL
2024 - Benn Freeman, OL
2024 - Kenneth Martin, DL
ARGONAUTATHLETICCLUB | CONSECUTIVEYEARSGIVING
The Argonaut Athletic Club is grateful for the support from it’s loyal contributors year-in and year-out. We would like to recognize the following individuals for their consistent support to the University and love for college athletics.
35 YEARS
• Butch Seabrook
30 YEARS
• David & Carla Scott
• Christine Carlson
25 YEARS
• Dr. Pat Wentz
• Shelly Blake
• Desmond Peters
• David & Martha Lee Blodgett
20 YEARS
• Andrea Sortino
• Bill & Chrissy Elliott
• William Healey
15 YEARS
• Aaron & Meghan Barter
• Richard & Donna Frazee
• Melissa Wolter
• Richard Berg
• Brett & Teresa Berg
• Larry & Nancy Warrenfeltz
• Joe & Colleen Bartlinski
• William Morris Elliott Sr.
• Jeffrey Schmitt
• Donald Carunchio
• Errol Dreyfuss
• Joe & Maggie Ambersley
• Ron & Linda Midlam
10 YEARS
• Col. Joel & Jewel Levy
• Tom & Diane Goetter
• Richard & Gay Hillman
• Mac & Kathie Jeffcoat
• William & Suzanne Eckert
• Chason Meggs
• Laura Dees
• Richard Fountain
• Tony & Christal Nguyen
• Charles Fairchild
• Edward & Mary Ann Marek
• Jody & Lori Skelton
• Christopher Dake
• Robert & Karen Emmons
• Stephen Fell
• James Holmes
• Mike Jeffcoat
• Kent Morgan
• Derrick Racine
• Robert Rotunda
• John Nolan
• Barry & Darlene Stephens
• Van & Delma Cotsonis
• Tim & Donna Haag
• Amy Robinson
• Dr. Linda Dye
• Aaron & Jeannie Runyon
• Jim & Judy Weaver
• Phil & Sierra Ebert
• Jennifer Johnson
• Stephanie Lawrence Yelton
• Patricia Pauperio-Gandolfo
• Joel & Robin Balistreri
• Terry & Betty Berling
• James & Cynthia Fish
• Matt & Erin Ruckman
• Patrick Ryan
• Gordon & Bette Sprague
5 YEARS
• Justin & Tori Bennett
• Collin Bissett
• Caleb Carmichael
• Suzanne Carter
• Barbara Parker
• Pete & Traci Shinnick
• Duane Reynolds
• Cora Bidlack
• Bill Childs
• Kim Lawrence
• Jack & Miller McCombs
• Joshua & Katie Schutts
• Ellen Till
• Tom & Beverly Vaughn
• Emily Vogler
• Greg & Celeste Threadgill
• Ken Mayr
• Robert Pacenta
• Kyle Brown
• Jeff & Diane Burkhamer
• Melanie Burt
• Larry & Kaki Chambers
• James & Ildiko Hosman
• Kreg & Lisa Jones
• Alex Krutsch
• Jerry & Rhonda Maygarden
• Tim & Carol McCombs
• Paul Pratofiorito
• Molly Pritchard
• Jason Lee Richards
• Steve & Dianna Saulnier
• Charles Schoewe
• Rodney & Amy Sutton
• Jehan & Nancy Clark
• Matt & Tammy Dannheisser
• Scott Hodgdon
• John & Nancy Hutchinson
• Thea Kuhlmeier
• Bill & Susan Stinson
• Paul & Jennifer Thompson
• Lusharon Wiley
• Buz & Denise Windham
• Robin Zimmern
• Brett Barrow
• Todd Carnley
• Kendra Parson
• Barbara & David Kragthorpe
• Joseph Manning
• Robin Anderson
• Brian Benator
• Crystal Bennett
• Lynette Bledsoe
• John Bloodworth
• Katherine Condon
• Rollin Etheredge
• Darrell & Debbie Gooden
• Alycia Grieco
• Brian & Tracy Henry
• David Landa
• William Lees
• Robin Leibert
• Janet Lloyd
• Anna Lochas
• Lauren Loeffler
• Garron Lucius
• Ashliegh McLean
• Sherron Moore
• Dan Motherway
• Rob Overton
• Quintin Payton
• Richard & Donna Puckett
• Angela Quenan
• Michael Viron
• Monica Amaral
• Chad Bailey
• Jeffrey Bedenbaugh
• William Carson
• Dave Cleveland
• Jason & Heather Crawford
• Sonia Davis
• Gail & Tom Dorsey
• Saundra Drummer
• John & Riana Gilbert
• John Hammock
• Lauren Harper
• Pamela Hatt
• James Hearn
• Ron Hixson
• Stephen Hopkins
• Dr. Jim Hurd
• Charles Kahn
• William Kemmler
• Anna & John Kemp
• Micah Kemp
• Joe & Beverly Kinego
• Mark & Judy Lapp
• Constance Marse
• Sharon & Stan McLean
• David & Ruth Montague
• Mort O’Sullivan
• John Quigley
• Bill & Rita Rone
• Craig Salak
• Susan Schellin
• Joseph Smith
• Barney Whitley
• Mark Wise
• Stephen & Mona Wright
• Dick & Laverne Baker
• Amos & Courteney Benjamin
• Serdar Bojadjiev
• Gwendolyn Boone
• Dr. Steve Brown
• Emalee Bush
• Marc & Catherine Churchwell
• Celine Coleman
• Jeffrey Djerlek
• Darian Dulin
• Anthony Franklin
• Snorri & Nicole Gislason
• Megan Gonzalez
• John Gormley
• Roderick Gracey
• Bob Greenwood
• Angela Hahn
• April Harvey
• Michelle Haynes
• Robyn Herman
• Marilyn Hodges
• Allan & Betty Laven
• Jade Lynn
• Daniel Martin
• Michael McCartan
• Michelle McCoy
• James & Georgia McDaniel
• Dr. Pete & Delphine Metarko
• Suzanne Middleton
• Tim Moore
• Juan Manuel Motta
• Roger Murray
• Eric & Peg Nickelsen
• Kathleen Norwood
• Hannah O’Toole
• Pensacola Sports
• Verna Purdue
• Jacquelynne Poling
• Christine Poppen
• Jessica Quixley
• Angela Sanders
• Ron & Bonnie Scorzelli
• Steven Siegert
• Ken Smalewich
• Tom St.Myer
• Mike Strain
• Zenda Swearengin
• Michael Thomas
• Rachel VanWart
• Robin VanWart
• Kara Wilson
• Morgan Ayers
• Demetrius Bailey
• James Bechtol
• Ilona Borish
• Weldon Bradshaw
• Devany Brennan
• Gary Buffington
• Mildred Buffington
• Edith Burkart
• David Cleveland
• Alexis Collins
• Charles Collins
• Alexandria Combs
• Phyllis Cooley
• Christopher Corns
• Cristina Davenport
• Rebecca Echsner
• Aaron Epstein
• Diana Epstein
• Rhonda Estrada
• Timothy Estrada
• Jesse Faile
• Peggy Faile
• Robert Farr
• Stanley Grieco
• Dawn Hart
• Jeffrey Hatch
• Melissa Hatch
• Debra Hild
• Christine Jennings
• Robert Jones
• Christina Kilpatrick
• Greg Micklos
• Felisa Miles
• Gretchen Miller
• Rhonda Miller
• Kaley Morris
• Pamela Newton
• Robert Norris
• Shannon O’Hara
• Rishiram Pahlad
• Ray Palmer
• Charles Parliment
• Jordyn Poppen
• Joyce Postovoit
• Bonnie Potts
• Kierra Potts
• Murphy Powell
• Howard Reddy
• Suzanne Scafidi
• Alonzie Scott
• Chelsea Scott
• Tuesdi Sweatt
• Hannah Wooten
List accurate as of end of FY 2023.
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