Then you understand that its a slave-type mentality. We were there through the whole thing, just trying to raise money to go back and forth, back and forth, you know. Others, like Bridgetts son, Jarvis Byrd, come back to coach football to the next generation. There are whole generations [there]. Bhawin: We thought it was going to be more of an ESPN 30 for 30-type football story, but then realized that narrative has been done before. Holmes has been one of the state's most. Bhawin: Ira gave me the book Muck City [Winning and Losing in Footballs Forgotten Town]. Johnson was a four-star football recruit who signed with Florida State University in February 2010. The district said this is the first time a Pahokee high school football player has had Ivy League offers. Thompson's passions, in order, are his Christian beliefs, his family, football and sailing on Lake Okeechobee. The Cricket Test Series continues today, as India takes on Australia at 11pm ET. Smith is one of three Pahokee players on the Demon Deacons' roster, including D.J. As Thompson darted toward the gym, a young student, apparently part of the junior high, ran up and yelled, "Aw right, coach!". . But Pahokee lost in the state semifinals the past three years, twice to Avon Park and once to Wildwood. Zach Berry 01/30/23. Filmmakers have once again ventured to The Glades. To us, that was funny. Attempts to reach Johnson's family for comment Friday were not successful. The Jersey boys found themselves outmatched, both by their opponents and the oppressive heat and humidity. When everyones telling each other how much they love each other, they really mean it. Rabbit hunting as running training for would-be football players. Be more independent. That was written by Bryan Mealer, 10 years ago. Glades Central, Belle Glade's school, has 1,140 students and is tied for the state record with six titles.. TWEET. Hall of Famers, Pro Bowlers, MVPs, Player Linker Tool . With running back Kevin Bouie, defensive lineman Chris Cade and quarterback Anthony Sheppard, this year was different. But even in the community, you couldnt find people who know who Zora Neal Hurston is, and the kids dont read her books. . Looking ahead to the 2025 QB class and players that FSU is involved with, Class of 2025 quarterback Austin Simmons picks up another ACC offer, Vince Marrow with several new offers in northern Ohio, Michigan, Monday Musings: Syracuse Has Big Recruiting Weekend, Syracuse Set to Host Six Official Visitors, Big Official Visit Weekend Coming in Late June, UK extends offers to three 4-star prospects, Pimpleton checking on prospects in The Muck on Wednesday, Emptying the Notebook: Florida State Junior Day news and notes. His mom, Shaneka Lunford, is a teacher at Pahokee. The film is really about the Dean family and "the connection to that year," Suchak said. Bridgett Dean, McKinleys niece, a mother of four, earns her nursing degree at age 55. "So, I feel like I'm ready.". View pregame, in-game and post-game details from the Okeechobee (FL) @ Pahokee (FL) non-conference girls flag football game on Thu, 3/2/2023. In 1939, the Federal Writers' Project guide said of Pahokee: "From Christmas until April, Pahokee is a 24-hour town; long trains of refrigerated cars roll out for northern markets day and night." 2023 EDGE DeeJay Holmes to officially visit Ole Miss. People heard my cry and instead of me doing something detrimental and not productive, I got together with Bhawin and we used his people, his young people, to help produce it, McKinley told us. The population was 5,524 in the 2020 census. Everybody cant be a football player. They were selling drugs. Hes a New York Times reporter. But more importantly, taught him about being a man, being accountable, and doing it with love. All we want to do is come down there, give these people some cameras, donate to a nonprofit. To me, that is one of the biggest misconceptions. Help bring programs like Independent Lens to your PBS station. Find out more. The retired football player called Florida Secretary of the Lottery John Davis, a fellow Pahokee native and FSU football alum. "Outta the Muck" features longtime Pahokee residents seeking to dispel what they call media-driven narratives that make their home sound like a scary and violent place, while overlooking the communitys hospitality where residents welcome visitors with homecooked meals and families gather for barbecues. It made me want to reconnect with my own history and my family in a way that was really deeper and more involved and extensive than I ever thought before. If it wasnt for Pahokee, there wouldnt be no me. THE NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUES RICHEST SOIL ON EARTH. That became the core element, even in playing the title, Outta the Muck, as a double meaning. Bhawin Suchak: I think the process of making a documentary feature is a long one that includes a lot of development and research work before you actually start producing. [My movie], The Throwaways, its police brutality and mass incarceration, so the things that we were working on were about social justice. They eat healthily because they got mango. I think its so overlooked when you think about American history, specifically when youre talking about Black history in this country, is to look at the struggles and the resilience of communities like Pahokee. The children whomp the rabbits on the head with the thick end of a cane stalk and sell the carcasses (with one leg attached, to prove it's not a cat) for $2 apiece. Its very exciting. Then they had an AIDS epidemic. Coreless Stretch Film; Pre-Stretch Film; Hand Roll; Machine Roll; Jumbo Roll; Industrial Plastic Division. Enrollment is 72% black, 18% Hispanic, 9% white, 1% other. The per capita income for the city was $10,346. 10 horror movie characters who are simply the worst, India vs Australia live stream: How to watch the Cricket Test Series. Witnesses reported the shots were fired from a passing vehicle. In an interview with Digital Trends, Mckinley and Suchak discuss the seven-year journey behind Outta the Muck, the biggest misconceptions about Pahokee, and the messages to be taken away from the film. It seems the only way they can get that energy out is through sports and football. Upgrade your lifestyleDigital Trends helps readers keep tabs on the fast-paced world of tech with all the latest news, fun product reviews, insightful editorials, and one-of-a-kind sneak peeks. You came out of the muck, and the level of pride and resilience and fortitude that [was] built in those people who suffered all these different tragedies, but still are so proud and joyous, and have so much collaboration in just the most basic survival skills of going fishing and hunting and sharing resources. With a 28-yard scoring scamper from Benjamin, the Blue Devils trimmed the Hornets' lead to 21-12 after a failed two-point conversion with 10:12 left to play. He told me about his familys history, the hurricanes, Zora Neale Hurston [who wrote her important novel. From dramas and comedies to procedurals and even reality shows, Hulu has something for every Anglophile, including both new and classic series. McKinley and Suchak spoke over Zoom to tell us why this story has resonance for Americans far beyond the Muck.. The muck has always been about survival. Thats what is powerful about the role that football plays in the community. I used to go there two times a year but never lived in that type of setting. [25] This is in addition to $200,000 pledged by Senator Abruzzo in 2014. In the city, 38.4% of the population were under the age of 18, 10.3% were aged 18 to 24, 25.0% from 25 to 44, 18.1% from 45 to 64, and 8.2% were 65 years of age or older. Pahokee, Florida (Other Florida schools)14 total players, 1 active player, Every Sports Reference Social Media Account, Site Last Updated: Wednesday, March 1, 6:17AM. From Podcast to Doc: Erika Alexander and Whitney Dow on Their Reparation Collaboration, a formerly incarcerated activist-turned-filmmaker who first connected with filmmaker, , in Albany, New York. All that came up while I was doing The Throwaways, and I thought it was a great opportunity for us, especially me, to reconnect. Mckinley: The connection to football. Thats what started it all. "The thing that stood out the most about Georgetown is that the coaches expressed how bad they needed me and how bad they wanted me. As the Patriots crumbled 22-7 at the half, the directors' attention shifted. But if you dont play football, what else are you going to do? Bhawin, you spent so much time meeting the people of Pahokee. I think that's part of where that pride and resilience come from; it's a different form of life. This time, Tom caught Jerry. Hes a, Theres also documentaries coming out that in some form weave in the story of Zora Neal Hurston, which has really not been told in a broad scope. If it werent for Pahokee, there would be no me. We had all these things they dont even have anymore. Part of what Ira and I are trying to do is use my resources through Youth FX, to bring training to young people to be able to tell their own stories without folks like us coming down there. People [in Pahokee] would say, How are they not teaching this in our own schools? Theyre like, Wow, we live in this incredible historic town but some of that is even obscured from us. Thats what Ira was talking about. "He had the biggest stack of rabbits of anybody. Youll see people sharing their catch, or sharing the rabbits and the fruits and vegetables. The match is available on ESPN+, however, which is ESPNs online streaming service, and which is the only place youll be able to watch the India vs Australia live stream online. It's a way of life. Please see our Contributors and Sources page for data source details. Another classic Pahokee tale is how the young boys develop their quickness by chasing rabbits as they flee burning cane fields. When Ira was down there doing all that preliminary research, he had already known about this aspect of the town. I didnt want to make another feature doc, to be honest with you [laughs], but I was convinced because Ira had a really incredible story. Theyre not looking at the eggs like that. [8], Pahokee was incorporated in 1922. McKinley and Suchak hoped to give back in others ways as well. The people were like, Oh, how are they doing it? After the game, they thought they were going to win and have this big celebration. I remember in the '60s and '70s and they had much more," McKinley said. The biggest misconception in a place like that is, Well, they dont have anything, and theyre poor. But you dont think about what theyre rich in. They rescinded their request as the sheriff's office appealed to the public for help with the investigation. Ira McKinley: The book Muck City. They need better resources. Today is National Signing Day. To help you get your British TV fix on, we've narrowed down the best British shows on Hulu right now, perfect to accompany your afternoon tea. I went and researched. ET on February 6. People are drawn to them because they care really deeply about each other, the town, and the history because theyve been there for seven generations. Dissolution of the city has been proposed. Both men have pleaded not guilty to charges of first-degree murder and attempted murder are awaiting trial. The biggest, fastest rabbit was whumped, and more than 3,500 of Pahokee's 5,000 residents were in Daytona to see it happen. All rights reserved. I still got family membersmy bloodline starts there. Its just not what were used to, growing up in the big cities. As the new small town hero, it wouldn't be easy. You find out where those roosters and chickens are laying and get their eggs. Days after its release, it was shown on ESPN,[28] and an Adidas commercial was made using footage from it.[29]. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 5.4 square miles (14km2), all land. Another piece of the never-finished puzzle was gently fitted. You come on down here, and you want to play down in this heat, [then] you got to recognize these boys play here. [27] Famous Florida State football coach Bobby Bowden makes a cameo appearance. Unemployment exceeds 25%. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 100.2 males. Throughout this process, were there any new things or discoveries you were surprised to learn about your family? Theyre so marginalized and underfunded that they dont have access to that. He ran for 1,526 yards and 18 touchdowns as an All Palm Beach County First Team performer during his junior season. The median age was 26 years. We have to come up with the story and the concept. At Pahokee High School, Blue Devils football star Bijay Boldin is standing out in the classroom as well. Mckinley: One of the first or second football scenes we filmed was when a New Jersey state champion [team], a bigger school, came [to Pahokee]. Season Preview: Pahokee aiming for Class 1A state football championship. Well give you food to eat. Thats something they value because thats the concept of Southern hospitality brought to you in full screen. With its tradition of athletes as rich as that of its famous native soil, Pahokee has always been a contender. Volunteer Help the coach manage this team. We have tools and resources that can help you use sports data. Through intimate stories of love and despair, Outta the Muck depicts a new perspective on Pahokee, a city built on Black achievement, resilience, and appreciation for its community. Timeline Highlights Team Schedule. Rather than see it as this relic of the past or something hokey, its really critical and important, especially in todays world. Bhawin: I work with young people across different genders, but for the young men I work with, one of the things theyre craving is people in their lives to hold them accountable in a way also backed by care and love, and a level of grace. 2023 EDGE DeeJay Holmes commits to Ole Miss over Colorado and UCF. Ever since Pahokee opened a high school 60 years ago, it longed for a championship. But we had a season [where] we went in before we even got really big funding. Johnson, 31, died Nov. 10, four days after he and two other people were shot on South Lake Avenue and Daniel Place. She is the mother to many people there. Alvin took him under his wing and mentored him, gave him a shot at being a football player. Duration: 01:20 2/1/2023. Now you see three documentaries released this year that have woven Zora Neale Hurstons history, which is amazing because its so overdue. His dad lives in a town like Pahokee, and hes a whiskey runner, so hes running whiskey, like moonshine. Ira: We are trying to do a workshop right now for youth media [in Pahokee], and the pushback we get on trying to do it is crazy. The camera also turns to the annual memorial remembering the victims of the 1928 hurricane, while celebrating survivors such as now-98-year-old Ethel Williams. His familys incredible. Ira: The muck has always been about survival. Has it hit you that the world will soon see this film? Pahokee MiddleHigh School, 900 Larrimore Rd. Pahokee shop teacher Bert Ward said that was how defensive back Mike James, the hero of the Blue Devils' Saturday victory with two interceptions and a punt return that set up three fourth-quarter touchdowns, developed his flash. Home. But this ire isn't simply directed toward the knife-wielding killers of horror cinema. Home of The Mighty Blue Devils. in nearby Belle Glade]all of itand I said, This is an incredible story. It was going down [to Pahokee] and meeting Iras family that sold me. Like these guys went through the season and they actually ended up winning the game," Suchak said. We had a media club. Subscribe to Stathead Football: Get your first month FREEYour All-Access Ticket to the Pro Football Reference Database. Pahokee Blue Devils football player De'Joshua Johnson Former FSU recruit was a top athlete in football, track and field Johnson was a four-star football recruit who signed with Florida. When I came back, he was grown [with] kids. Anthony Bernard Evans, 39, and Lanorris Lee, 34, were arrested in connection with the killing. Ira: Bhawin has another organization hes running, Im trying to do my own thing, and we dont have the resources. Having been stung before, they were wary when McKinleys film crews arrived. In 2008, when he was 16-years-old, Felton Jr. was charged with first-degree murder and armed robbery in the death of Pahokee football player Norman "Pooh" Griffith. And many return, like the NFL stars who founded Muck Tavern, or those who visit when its comes time for the nationally known high school Muck Bowl played against rivals from Belle Glade. So I never actually lived in Pahokee. Thats what holds everyone together. Me and Bhawin were filming them. More: Three people shot, wounded during 'huge' block party in Pahokee after Muck Bowl, More: Man shot in Pahokee after annual Muck Bowl football game dies, sheriff's office says. The kids trained in this every day. [9] The name "Pahokee" means "grassy waters" in the Creek language. Join our linker program. Alvin would say, when he was going to high school, We had a theater program. Minutes . He doesnt party and do any of that stuff. Enrollment: 71 (2016). They got everything. Headed by Bridgett and Alvin, the Deans count seven generations of family with roots growing deep in Pahokees rich soil. Pahokee football player heading to Ivy League school WPTV West Palm Beach, FL UP NEXT Football athletes sign with college programs during 2023 National Signing Period ABC 27 Tallahassee, FL. They were talking all this mess of how theyre going to beat Pahokee [Laughs]. I know thats my roots. Enrollment: 857 (2015). Thats the significance of the story. 457 followers. Executive Producer Sam [Pollard] did a documentary about Hurston [2008s. It so happens that McKinley is also a member of the Deans' extended family. Ever since, Thompson longed for a championship. You see whats happening now with [Florida Gov. Pahokee, one of Palm Beach County's most storied football programs, will be forced to vacate its Class 1A state championship due to the use of an ineligible player . suggest it has been on the list continually since 1994. Volunteer Roster last updated on Feb 10, 2023 @ 5:34pm (GMT) Print Roster Correction All-Time Roster The SPORTS REFERENCE and STATHEAD trademarks are owned exclusively by Sports Reference LLC. They completely disagreed it was almost like they got set up," Suchak said. EMAIL. Enrollment is 68% black, 39% Hispanic, 2% white, 1% other. "We're taught so much in this American culture to be individualistic and materialistic, and to me, this is a radical look at a community that rejects that way of living and looks to each other. Thats South Florida, bro. The last time I was in that area was when we buried my father. Todd Wilson 6:28 PM, Feb 01, 2023 . Enrollment: 195 (2015). Bhawin has another organization hes running, Im trying to do my own thing, and we dont have the resources. What are the messages you want people to take away from this film? Part of the trick, legend has it, is speed developed running in the muck of the Glades cane fields. We briefly touched on the football team and its importance to the community. Boldin and Antonio Wilson. is about his family in Pahokee and Black achievement in an area beset by hurricane disasters, poverty, and personal trauma. Players were carted off the field into ambulances left and right in the game that took over four hours to finish. Pahokee belongs to the School District of Palm Beach County. They didnt know that this weather and heat would take a toll on you. 2023 Independent Television Service (ITVS). All rights reserved. Johnson's death was the second homicide this year involving a former Pahokee athlete. $3K reward offered in block party shooting that killed former Pahokee football star. But if you dont play football, what else are you going to do? You wonder why they want to kill the education. As of the census[5] of 2000, there were 5,985 people, 1,710 households, and 1,328 families residing in the city. "I think at the end of the day, we're making a film that's about community, and football essentially is the foundation and backstory of what we're talking about. The school was informed Thursday that . The average household size was 3.35 and the average family size was 3.79. 91. At the request of Johnson's family, the sheriff's office previously had declined to identify Johnson, in accordance with a state amendment that allows crime victims or their families to withhold victims' identities from public documents. 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