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Jamal-Rashad Patterson Named 2009 Watkins Award Recipient Five Elite High School Football Players Lauded for Athletic and Scholastic Excellence at the 18th Annual Franklin D. Watkins Awards Held at the Millennium Biltmore


The “Elite Five” with singer Jordin Sparks and Executive Director Everett Pearsall.

The 2009 winner Jamal-Rashad Patterson with actress / model Claudia Jordan.

David Williams, CEO of Deloitte Financial Advisory Services LLP make a dynamic and inspiring keynote address.

The 2009 winner Jamal-Rashad Patterson with Executive Director Everett Pearsall.

Dr. Alexander Gabbin, Sports Writer Leland Stein, singer Jordin Sparks , Rhodes Scholar Myron Rolle with Stanley Stain.

The 2009 winner Jamal-Rashad Patterson with his smiling family.

Keynote speaker David Williams, CEO of Deloitte Financial Advisory Services LLP was captivating. 

Sandra Mc Daniels held down the Friday, night VIP Reception table with style.

At the Friday, night VIP Reception Super Bowl Champion Bob Grant was recognized and received the “Leadership Award” for 2009.