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Buford Native Nominated for 'Good Works' Team
Now at Mercer, John Russ is in the running for the AllState American Football Coaches Association Good Works Team.
A Buford native has been nominated for the AllState American Football Coaches Association Good Works Team.
John Russ, a quarterback at Mercer University, is one of 182 nominated for the award, called the most prestigious off-the-field honor in college football. Russ, who played at Mill Creek High School, is majoring in sports management.
Among Russ’ “Good Works” were:
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- Speaking to students at local elementary schools about the importance of education.
- Participating as a member of the Backpack Ministry at Forest Hills United Methodist where he stuffs backpacks with food for underprivileged students without lunch.
- Volunteering with the Ronald McDonald House at the city’s annual Cherry Blossom Festival.
The 22 winners — 11 from the NCAA Football Bowl Subdivision and 11 from smaller divisions — will be named in September.
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