Follower of Christ, Husband to Julie, Daddy to Elizabeth and Noah, Head Basketball Coach at Madison Central. #ROW #PROCESS #BIG #AEE
Madison, MS
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Want to take a moment and thank everyone who contributed to the renovation of our locker room. New custom lockers, furniture, rugs and televisions are all in place. Couldn’t have happened without the support of @MC_BIGBLUE and our parents. #programchanger #BIG
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I’m humbled by the amazing opportunity to lead this program and the young men within it. Excited to continue to run my race as I work to build champions, inspire their development, and grow our influence to impact the court, the classroom, and our community. #ROW #BIG #AEE #WAMC
Madison Central High School is excited to announce Ben Gardner as the Head Coach of our Boys Basketball Team! Coach Gardner has been an assistant for the Jaguars and the head coach at Rosa Scott for the past 7 years. Congratulations Coach Gardner! #GoJags
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Big day for this guy as he signs his NLI to play at the next level! Has been an honor and a blessing to coach this 1! Proud of you @iamisaiahspence! Go be great! #ROW
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Heartbroken. Every memory I have in orange and blue has you in it. You were always there, faithfully serving. I’ll miss you trolling opposing teams from the press box, pacing the sidelines on Fridays, leading the way to road games and everything in between. You’re a blessing…
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If you know me, you know there’s no way I’d post anything in support of MSU or promote things they do. With that being said, I couldn’t post this fast enough! So proud of @Coach_ShunnB. This young man is going to do amazing things in our profession! Great addition @HailStateMBK
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College coaches,
I’ve got guys here in Madison that will make your program better on & off the court. These are high level kids who love the game and want to continue to play at the next level. They’re winners on the court/in the classroom. Only two have offers
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We have amazing young men here that are a testament to their parents, community, and school. Madison Central is a special place and I am blessed to lead this program! This is my home, my ministry, and my family! #morethanagame #ROW #BIG
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Guys finish the regular season with 17 wins, the most by any boys team at MC since 2014. Now it’s time to reset and refocus. Postseason is the best season! 1-0 mentality! #ROW #RTL #FinishWell
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Elizabeth Ann and Noah McKay made their arrivals this morning! Elizabeth (pictured 1st) at 7:27, weighing 4lbs 13oz and measuring 18in. Noah (pictured 2nd) at 7:28, weighing 4lbs 14oz and… instagram.com/p/Bt6RMs2jhCr/…
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Proud of these young men! Excited to see God’s plan fulfilled in both of them! #ROW #Family
@CalebKent20 @shanedavis2022 @HolmesMBB @NEMCCBasketball @MC_BIGBLUE
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Want to take a moment and thank @TameikaRBrown for the work she did on behalf of our basketball program to honor Corey Ray tonight. She is a fantastic coach and leader, and I’m privileged to work with her daily!
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Today was amazing, but not one thing about it surpassed the feeling I got when I saw these three! Coaching is my calling and my ministry, but being husband/dad in this family is the greatest role I’ve ever been blessed with to fill. Thank you, @jehgardner22! I love you all!
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Fact: players win games. Lesser known fact: coaches must win practices. This is achieved by making players uncomfortable daily as they consistently rep game actions. Practices must be conducted at game intensity and must be competitive. When a coach loses practices, games follow.
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Champions! Great night getting to see these guys finish and win their race! Congratulations to all players, coaches and supporters! Go Jags! #WAMC
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Tough loss to a quality Clinton team last night in the district championship. Still so proud of my guys. Each one bought in and executed, we just came up short. As in life, it’s time to reflect, react, and respond! Love coaching this group of guys! Now to the playoffs! #ROW
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Tough night against a very talented team. So proud of my guys! They fought until the end and finished our race!
Want to thank all our parents, fans, administration and @MC_BIGBLUE for all of your support throughout this season.
The future is bright in the Jungle!
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Some days you just have to cancel practice and hang out with family. Great day of fellowship with my guys to celebrate a productive summer. #ROW
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The day is here! Two programs get better today, and, more importantly, two young men get to realize a dream! #ROW #BIG
@CalebKent20 @shanedavis2022 @MC_BIGBLUE @HolmesMBB @NEMCCBasketball
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Today is the worst day of the year for me. No more practices, no more games. Had to say goodbye to Team 4’s seniors last night. Group I’ll never forget. #special
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Run the Race,
Obtain the Goal,
Win the Prize!
To God be the glory for great things He has done! So proud of these guys for following the P.R.O.C.E.S.S. and raising the bar!
Want to thank our parents, students, and all of Jag Nation for your support! Let’s keep doing BIG things!
Your district 4-6A champions!
All District Selections:
Isaiah Spencer, Dylan Rowe
District Sportsmanship Award:
EJ White
#ROW #Go1More
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Rebel fans be prepared for a tough Thanksgiving because we just used up every bit of sports fortune we are allotted on the hardwood.
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Christians are against all forms of racism, bigotry & discrimination. We stand against damaging property & lawlessness. Morality can’t be created by adding police, electing people or signing legislation. It comes when the gospel changes people’s hearts/minds, altering behavior.
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Just sit back and watch this young man take off. And no, I’m not talking about his vertical. College coaches will be kicking themselves if they miss out on him. @jalin_rice
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Huge win for Coach Hart and @MCJags_Football !! 15-9 over previously undefeated and top ranked Starkville! #GoJags
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I love my team! Each and every one of them. Excited about continuing to work w/them to improve each day, growing this culture through them, and seeing them make a positive impact on their world. Can’t believe how blessed I am to have the opportunity to lead such a fantastic group
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@MCJags_Football y’all deserve big credit for your performance last night! Coaches excelled/players executed! Dominant win over talented Brandon group!
@MC_BIGBLUE also did amazing job of creating what is the best home atmosphere in MS high school football! #GoJags #WAMC
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Not enough is being said about @MCJags_Football making 4 consecutive trips to 6A North championship. Excited to watch them take the next step tomorrow night! #GoJags
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It’s time for the church to be the church and proclaim to the world that Jesus is the answer. Yes we do this through our words, but mostly through compassion and love. Compassion and love that extends to people of all races, beliefs and backgrounds. Let them see Jesus in us all
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So teachers around the country are joining protests made up of hundreds and, in some cases, thousands to declare they don’t feel safe in a class of 25? And we wonder why there are holes in the system. It’s difficult to lead when you choose to wear a blindfold
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Man I cannot wait to go to war with my guys on Friday night! Chasing ‘ships in the Jungle is the new standard on the hardwood in Madison! #WeHoopToo
#ROW #AEE #PROCESS #BIG
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A star begins his college career tonight. Most don’t know, but they soon will. @jalin_rice run your race! Can’t wait to see the blessings our God has in store for you my guy!
1 Cor. 9:24
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Want to thank all of our parents for making our family dinner such a success last night. Perfect way to kick off our season together! Great to be a Jag! #BIG
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WATCH: The Madison Central boys team advances to the state quarterfinal as they outlast Tupelo 74-72. @iamisaiahspence with a game high 31 points for MC @CoachBNG
@MC_BIGBLUE @MCHSjags39110
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But they all attend Kentucky out of their love for coach Cal, tradition, etc... Right? Give me a break man
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Great play by 1, but my favorite part is his teammates. Focus on the two guys trailing the play. Then turn your attention to the bench. All for one and one for all! #WeRiseTogether
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Proud of these young men and thankful for the servant leadership of @Coach_C_Collins. Special group of players led by a high level coach. Both of whom have just scratched the surface of what they will be in this game. The jungle will be rocking for years to come! #ROW #Family
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I don’t fight. Don’t condone it. Think it’s trashy and shows a lack of intelligence and self control. With that being said, if I’m a member of the Ole Miss football team Elijah Moore better be ready to box when we got back to the locker room. He would feel me for that move.
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Guys fought through multiple adverse situations to find a way tonight! Embodied the #RTL mentality, played together and got the job done! Proud Coach!
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Lost game 2nite by 2 while going 9-24 from ft line, 4-21 from 3, & missed multiple shots from <5 ft. Most would be irate, instead I’m ecstatic. These guys are getting it. Execution was outstanding on both ends of the floor & they played hard. Teams won’t want to see us in January
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Just give this man the ball! He’s a winner in all he does!
Meet the 2022 Golden Eagles -
Back for his second season is LHP @justinstorm34, who joined the program from Madison, Miss.
Justin, a sophomore, appeared in 12 games but did not post a decision in his 9 2/3 innings of work last season.
#EverythingMatters | #SMTTT
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When you schedule a voluntary open gym on a holiday and the whole squad shows up, you know you have a special group. #CultureWins #BrickLayers #ROW
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Unbelievably proud of our varsity group. They’ve overcome so much adversity in such a small period of time. Finished MC team camp by sweeping today’s games, but more importantly played hard and together. Special things ahead for these young men independently/collectively. #ROW
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… a blessing that enhanced my life each day that you were with me and that will enhance the lives of others by the stories I will tell. I’m so thankful to have known you and can’t wait to see you again in Glory! Love you man! #CoreyRay
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The Warriors are officially controlled by my 10 year old self playing NBA live and trading all the best players to my team with the fair trade feature off. In all seriousness though, this is bogus. Awful for the league.
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Absolutely love getting to do what I do. All glory to God for calling me into the ministry of serving in the lives of young people daily. I am blessed more and more each year by the ones that He brings into my life. Those relationships, regardless of duration, are priceless to me
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Appreciate you coming out to the Jungle tonight! #WAMC
Madison Central basketball gets the sweep over Northwest Rankin tonight at home
@MC_BIGBLUE @NWRCougars @TameikaRBrown
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#Repost @jehgardner22 with get_repost
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Looks like our house was meant to stay divided! Gardner TWINS coming March 2019! #GameOn #John1:16 instagram.com/p/BnwE_irhbZq/…
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Blessed to lead this group of men and thankful for all who play a part in their success! Excited for our race this year! #TGBTG
Celebrated these guys for their hard work and dedication this summer. Spent the day as F.A.M.I.L.Y. with some good food and a little competition. Great day to be a Jaguar! #ROW
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Beyond proud of all involved today. So many sacrifices were made. I am so blessed to work with the best people in the world at @MC_BIGBLUE & @MCHSjags39110. Want to personally thank my team/staff, @TameikaRBrown and her team/staff, @MadisonMSPD, and all our parents. #WeAreMC
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If your hope, joy or contentment are found in anything other than Christ be prepared to be constantly disappointed. All else with only leave you with sadness, despair and emptiness. #liveforHimalone
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@iamisaiahspence out there doing what he does best, terrorizing defenses! New level, same results! #BeGreat11
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If Kermit Davis isn’t your vote for @SEC coach of the year then you’re wrong. Period.
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This game proves one thing for sure. Dan Mullen is an unbelievably good offensive football coach.
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Love coming to God’s country but it’s especially nice when a playoff win is attached. MC eliminates Oxford 75-63. Jags were led in scoring by @greatlikemike with 31 & @LakevionDixon with 20. #1-0
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So proud of @TameikaRBrown and all of @LadyJagHoops for how they fought tonight and represented us all. Unfortunately, the better team doesn’t always win. Keep climbing! #WAMC
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State still being so caught up on Ole Miss’ fans reaction to a totally non-State related incident is far beyond comical. That’s peak little brother syndrome.
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Program changer! Kid is a winner!
6’1 G Caleb Kent(Madison Central) finished with 24pts,5stls,4rebs,2ast to lead MC in a 63-53 upset W over Brandon.
#mississippiunitedbasketball
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The Madness tips off Halloween night @ 6 @ MC. Come support MMS, Rosa, & MC Jags. Also featuring MMS cheer, & Rosa/MC Mystix. @MC_BIGBLUE
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R.O.W.
- Run the Race (Commit)
• God has a plan for you
• He has equipped you
- Obtain the Goal (Execute)
• Our focus should be on how we run
• Run to win
- Win the Prize (Finish)
• Live for Him to say “well done”
• Heavenly 🏆 > Earthly 🏆
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Proud of @jsu23 and @LadyJagHoops . Played hard and represented our school well! Madison County Tournament runner-ups!
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Not an upset. @missybilderback is never an underdog
🚨 Upset Alert!
No. 23 Jones defeats No. 10 New Mexico JC in the first round of the #NJCAAwbb DI Championship.
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Like I was saying. 36pts in a winning effort tonight on the road.
Kid is going to wake a lot of ppl up this year! Just the beginning! #family #stackthemup
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There is a program out there that is a year or two away from getting a truly special player in @jalin_rice . @cordwright and @NEMCCTigers will reap the benefits until then. Talented kid that is about to take off. Watch and see.
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And special shout-out to @denym1_ who played four quarters and helped shut down Brandon on Friday night, then showed up to serve for 3 hours at 8am the next morning. Some guys are just cut different!
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Having a solid day at work = good.
Winning a close game against a quality opponent = great.
Making it home in time to spend time with my beautiful wife and the twins = irreplaceable
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Class 6A Girls
Madison Central 43
Starkville 41
Final
@bshields0244
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So, @garrettneal5 just dropped 40 in a summer league game. I guess all those hours of watching @russwest44 and jelly fam is finally paying off. Kid was unstoppable.
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Tameika Brown. Basketball coach. #respect
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