Thats what is powerful about the role that football plays in the community. Theres got to be more hope for the youth and others than playing football. Glades Central, Belle Glade's school, has 1,140 students and is tied for the state record with six titles.. I still got family members my bloodline starts there, McKinley says in the movies promotional material. And while football may draw the headlines, Pahokee is a city with a long track record of triumph, tradition, and tragedy. But there was money coming through there, and then migrant workers were no longer as involved because [farms] went from using labor to using machines. As more students yelled from all directions, the coach slowed down, hooked his left arm around the shoulder of the youngster who scurried alongside, and made sure he would play football again next year. "We're showing you what happened. Then you understand that its a slave-type mentality. NFL . Burt Reynolds did movies called Gator and White Lightning, and he mentions the Muck Boys. There is a scene when he was talking, I think to Jerry Reed, in the movie. Watch the India vs Australia live stream on ESPN+. Eric Moore Pahokee (FL) Pahokee 6-4 / 226 / OLB . PAHOKEE, Fla. Three men have been charged in the shooting death of a man in Pahokee in November on Tuesday. Try the best British shows streaming on Netflix. He was 76. Enrollment: 195 (2015). His familys incredible. Enrollment: 71 (2016). Well give you food to eat. Thats something they value because thats the concept of Southern hospitality brought to you in full screen. The full 30 for 30 sports documentary library is also part of an ESPN+ subscription, as is all sorts of ESPN original content. Cricket is a bit of an obscure sport in the United State, but you can count on the leader in sports, ESPN, to provide coverage of the match. I was at first reluctant because it just takes so much work. I got a pretty good football team.'' Despite out playing the Indians badly, Pahokee led just 16-12 at halftime after it got stunned by a blocked punt with 15 seconds left. The opportunity arose to spread a spotlight on a place that has produced many NFL players, but its still poor. Pahokee is a city located on the shore of Lake Okeechobee in Palm Beach County, Florida, United States. Frequently Asked Questions about the NFL and Football, Pro-Football-Reference.com Blog and Articles, Subscribe to Stathead Football: Get your first month FREE. Alumni include Jackson, Andre Waters of the Philadelphia Eagles, two in the Canadian Football League and at least 27 on college rosters around the country. Ira: When I first came down there before Bhawin did, I had a chance to tour it and reconnect because I hadnt been there for 35 years. They dont have a lot of resources, but what they have is each other and that land, and living on that land is really something that I think is another piece of it. Enrollment: 857 (2015). The median age was 26 years. Pahokee Elementary School is an IB (. 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. Birthplace: Pahokee, Florida. If it werent for Pahokee, there would be no me. There have been a lot of films, TV shows, and spots done about Pahokee that just hyperfocuses on poverty and the violence and all these aspects of the community. When everyones telling each other how much they love each other, they really mean it. 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. Its very exciting. Football is big. 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. TWEET. "The J.V. Players were carted off the field into ambulances left and right in the game that took over four hours to finish. The retired football player called Florida Secretary of the Lottery John Davis, a fellow Pahokee native and FSU football alum. They rescinded their request as the sheriff's office appealed to the public for help with the investigation. "This is how people in Pahokee have been living for over a hundred years now because they have been so isolated," Suchak said. Ira McKinley: The book Muck City. To me, a lot of the women are doing better because a lot of them are going out and getting educations, Bridgett is getting an RN [registered nursing] degree. When youre doing research like I was doing and working on the first film, secondary things were popping up, and articles were being written. Rabbit hunting as running training for would-be football players. View Pahokee Blue Devils team profile: View the Blue Devils schedule, coaches, team players, school history, stadium, school info, maps, photos, and recruiting. MEET THE SUPERSTARS. One of the most influential figures in Pahokee football history, Donald Thompson died on Monday. We, Yahoo, are part of the Yahoo family of brands. Johnson was also was a member of Pahokee High Schools track and field team. Upload it Ways you can help Make an impact on this team, and help keep MaxPreps up-to-date. [8], Pahokee was incorporated in 1922. "I'm. 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." 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. I dont think this is in the scene, but we were freaking out like, Yo, look at them. It took them four hours to play the game because everybody started cramping up. You learn how to become self-determined. But Blountstown prevailed 12-0, and the citizens of tiny Pahokee (population, according to Thompson, "barely 5,000, counting the babies") yearned ever since for another chance. Bhawin: We had to share our air miles, and my sister works for Enterprise, and Bridgett cooked food for us, and we really cobbled it together: the GoFundMe, plus Sam [Pollard] gave us some money, and that was it. We feel PBS supporting these types of films with this history and community culture from the perspective of the actual people are so important, because not everyone responds to a straight historical documentary. But when Pahokee football and Pahokee gangsters do butt heads, it can rock the community, which has invested so much physically, emotionally and spiritually in its Blue Devils. Such was the tack of a man who had just fulfilled his community's dream of winning the Class 2A state football championship Saturday, beating Port St. Joe 24-7 in Daytona Beach. Even if some of them are the protagonists, these characters are so insufferable that they made audiences want to see them bite the dust. And if you were in the town, the way that all went down was extremely controversial for them. The team won five state championships in six years, from 2003-08, and in the past half-century has produced 25 professional players. Digital Trends may earn a commission when you buy through links on our site. They played football, and the people they used were people out of the muck. Theyre not out there trying to get famous and have all the spotlight on them. We were there through the whole thing, just trying to raise money to go back and forth, back and forth, you know. They won a state championship. Help bring programs like Independent Lens to your PBS station. The Cricket Test Series continues today, as India takes on Australia at 11pm ET. Find out more about how we use your information in our privacy policy and cookie policy. The city of Pahokee, Florida, is perhaps best known for its high school football team. Johnson was a four-star football recruit who signed with Florida State University in February 2010. Thats why the town went down. 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. "They had to warm up to us. Hes just committed to it. Executive Producer Sam [Pollard] did a documentary about Hurston [2008s. I think after the pandemic, people have talked a lot about mutual aid and community. Lodge managed a 32-5 record over three seasons, winning a Florida Dairy Farmers Coach of the Year award in 2020. He did not enroll at the university after being declared academically ineligible. 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. The biggest, fastest rabbit was whumped, and more than 3,500 of Pahokee's 5,000 residents were in Daytona to see it happen. What was really powerful was you have a family in a community where everyone wants to leave and get out, and yet they are the ones holding it down, maintaining the histories, the legacy, the community connections with the cookouts, and with Alvin being a football coachhim just really providing so much grounding and love to these young men. [16], Adjacent to the former hospital, at 230 S. Barfield Highway, is Glades Health Care Center, a 120-bed skilled nursing facility, with about 70 full-time employees.[17]. He doesnt go out. Twice as big. Theyre not looking at the eggs like that. The last time I was in that area was when we buried my father. My mother and father met in Pahokee. I didnt want to just go in there and start filming. Today he revealed he's taking his skills to Georgetown University in Washington, DC. You hear a lot of stories about getting out of places like Pahokee and leaving. Holmes has been one of the state's most. Pahokee football player heading to Georgetown University. If you are not receiving newsletters, please check your spam folder. [6], According to the 2020 U.S. Census, 57% of the residents of Pahokee were African American and 33% were Hispanic or Latino. A Palm Beach Post Defensive Player of the Year nominee. [10] Local residents refer to Pahokee as "The Muck", which signifies the mineral-rich dark soil in which sugar cane, citrus fruits, and corn are grown by agribusinesses. "The streets are noisy and crowded; bars, restaurants and gambling places are never closed. 2023 EDGE DeeJay Holmes commits to Ole Miss. that also talk about this. I know thats my roots. The question that Im always questioning is who stays. Victoria Lewis Subscribe to Stathead Football: Get your first month FREEYour All-Access Ticket to the Pro Football Reference Database. 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. Boldin has earned scholarship offers from some of America's most prestigious universities. SCHEDULE KEY: * DISTRICT 1R-HC Homecoming Senior Night. You can change your choices at any time by visiting your privacy controls. Do you have a blog? They completely disagreed it was almost like they got set up," Suchak said. Ira: Others want to try to play football. 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. Minutes . The stories of Black communities and the historical context they have come up through and how history has impacted the present times, I think, are really woven into this in a beautiful way. 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. Season Preview: Pahokee aiming for Class 1A state football championship. Credit: Maya Suchak / Football Team lined up, Credit: Maya Suchak / Directors Bhawin Suchak and Ira Mckinley, Credit: Maya Suchak / Willie Dean and his Family, Josh Johnson heads to therapy in new comedy special Up Here Killing Myself, The Big Paybacks Erika Alexander and Whitney Dow on reparations in America. We worked on a film called The Throwaways that we released in 2014. If it wasnt for Pahokee, there wouldnt be no me. Youll see people sharing their catch, or sharing the rabbits and the fruits and vegetables. "We had to raise money to keep going back and forth," said McKinley, who moved from New York to Pahokee for a stint after filming began. Alphonso Smith has been removed from his position as head coach of the Pahokee High School football team following allegations of inappropriate conduct, according to the Palm . Its no secret ESPN provides some of the best sports coverage on the planet, and its ESPN+ streaming service is an extension of that. Were coming down using our money to try to build and help them, but theyre so beat up by whats been going on. [41], Last edited on 27 February 2023, at 19:57, part of it was drained in the early 20th century, Learn how and when to remove this template message, Julia Tuttle Causeway sex offender colony, San Francisco International Film Festival, U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Pahokee, Florida, "U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts: Pahokee city, Florida", "What's in a name? "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 don't seem through speaking about it that it means so much," Butler said. On the night he was killed, Gray and his mother were walking to meet with a group of people when two men approached and began shooting, deputies said. They come together and celebrate each others lives and look out for each other in a way that is hard to find in a bigger city and a bigger community. The film travels into the locker room to capture a speech from Alvin Dean, McKinley's nephew and Bridgett's brother, who says growing up football was all he had. Without that, they may not have someone in their life looking out for them. Getting the cooperation of residents wasnt the only challenge. They got avocados [and] bananas. Pahokee. All rights reserved. But there was money coming through there, and then migrant workers were no longer as involved because [farms] went from using labor to using machines. All logos are the trademark & property of their owners and not Sports Reference LLC. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. Copyright 2000-2023 Sports Reference LLC. The median income for a household in the city was $26,731, and the median income for a family was $26,265. People would ask, Oh, its footballarent you talking about how dangerous it is? Thats part of it, but I want to show theres also a level of love and community and camaraderie here that is so critical to the life of these young men. More:How Muck City Sports Hall of Fame can serve as inspiration for youth growing up in the Glades. It was a chance to tell that story. 20,155 views. They need to meet people like Bridget and Alvin because these are the people who are holding down these communities. Enrollment: 329. Drake E. Hamilton, 19, of Wellington; Thomas B. Murvin, 19, of Pahokee; and Larry . What was once a quiet existence had turned chaotic over the weekend, a momentary return to the lifestyle Thompson led as national sales director of a weight-lifting machine company, the lifestyle he abandoned for the peace of Pahokee. "This is a football community," Thompson said. Filmmakers have once again ventured to The Glades. When Ira was down there doing all that preliminary research, he had already known about this aspect of the town. But more importantly, taught him about being a man, being accountable, and doing it with love. We had to share our air miles, and my sister works for Enterprise, and Bridgett cooked food for us, and we really cobbled it together: the GoFundMe, plus Sam [Pollard] gave us some money, and that was it. All rights reserved. Ira and I, this is our second film working together. "Pahokee is remote. 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. . It so happens that McKinley is also a member of the Deans' extended family. A lot of young people down there have so much talent, so many ideas and ways they want to express themselves. Thats the significance of the story. More on Muck Tavern:NFL greats return to Palm Beach County, open new waterfront restaurant on Lake Okeechobee. Both are expected to survive their injuries, deputies said Friday. We have to come up with the story and the concept. Theyre so marginalized and underfunded that they dont have access to that. That was written by Bryan Mealer, 10 years ago. Ira reached out to Suchakwho runs an organization called Youth FXasking for help and technical advice. People have to really support each other, and everyone looks out for each other and cares about each other. Whites not of Hispanic origin made up 13.6% of the populace. Stretch Film Division. Johnson, 31, died Nov. 10, four days after he and two other people were shot on South Lake Avenue and Daniel Place. Thats why you see all those just trying to bring resources. Top Players in the NFL; Anquan Boldin Pahokee (FL) Pahokee 6-2 / 205 / PRO . Zach Berry 01/28/23. Wile E. Coyote got the Road Runner. Jan 12, 2017 at 2:52 pm. Walter Boldin. Very big.". Pahokee High School is best known for its football program that consistently ranks among the state's best. Unemployment exceeds 25%. -type football story, but then realized that narrative has been done before. Also credited with 45 QBH, 3 FF, 3 FR and and INT. Zach Berry 02/01/23. "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. ESPN+ will be providing online coverage of the India vs Australia cricket match, and the monthly subscription is worth considering if youd like to get your eyes on more cricket matches, or more sports in general. 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. At Pahokee High School, Blue Devils football star Bijay Boldin is standing out in the classroom as well. SHARE. Zora Neale Hurston talked about it in a different aspect of history and perseverance. At Pahokee High School, Blue Devils football star Bijay Boldin is standing out in the classroom as well. But how does it actually play out? Theyre rich in the land growing their own fruits and vegetables, fishing from that lake. Thats something I really admired about Alvin while were filming that you dont see a lot. This article originally appeared on Palm Beach Post: Ex-Pahokee athlete identified as victim of fatal Muck Bowl party shooting, Former FSU recruit was a top athlete in football, track and field, Gunfire erupts at large gathering after Pahokee football Muck Bowl victory, Three people shot, wounded during 'huge' block party in Pahokee after Muck Bowl, Man shot in Pahokee after annual Muck Bowl football game dies, sheriff's office says, Ex-Pahokee athlete identified as victim of fatal Muck Bowl party shooting. Find out more about how we use your information in our privacy policy and cookie policy. So I want to help, and feel like Im being shut out even though I have support. The history goes back a hundred years, like Zora Neale Hurstons Their Eyes Were Watching God, the hurricane, [and] Harvest of Shame, the Edward R. Murrow documentary in 1960. 10 horror movie characters who are simply the worst, India vs Australia live stream: How to watch the Cricket Test Series. You see the price of eggs, and [if] you go down to Pahokee, you see chickens running wild in the street. To me, that is one of the biggest misconceptions. Yes, there are not a lot of resources and opportunities, so for certain people, you want to leave. McKinley and Suchak spoke over Zoom to tell us why this story has resonance for Americans far beyond the Muck.. I still got family membersmy bloodline starts there. Ira, take me through the origins of exploring your family through Outta the Muck. Joe Spears 02/01/23. On December 18, 2009, Damien Cave, Miami Bureau Chief of the New York Times, wrote an article describing Pahokee's economic plight and the town's hopes that a new marina project might help rejuvenate business. Deputies found Johnson and other two shooting victims as the crowd began to disperse. NFL . Boldin thinks he's found a perfect fit with the Hoyas. idaho high school football player rankings idaho high school football player rankings. THE NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUES RICHEST SOIL ON EARTH. Pahokee was founded on the produce grown in the muck, the fertile bottom of the Everglades after part of it was drained in the early 20th century. team will need you," Thompson said softly, giving the wide-eyed boy his undivided attention, if only for a few precious seconds. When Ira was down there doing all that preliminary research, he had already known about this aspect of the town. I will tell you that the number one response from people was, How come were not even being taught this history in our own towns. It was important to him [Ira] to bring the narrative of Zora Neale Hurston into this film. We tried to tell the stories of Alvin and some NFL players as family-oriented. Bhawin: Its part of our impact project with Outta the Muck. His dad lives in a town like Pahokee, and hes a whiskey runner, so hes running whiskey, like moonshine. Theres people that have other talents, but the focus is on the football. When I came back, he was grown [with] kids. But people are thriving there [too]. Hes just with his family and those boys on the football team. Thats Bridget. This is not my place as an outsider. Rickey Jackson. 457 followers. Allowing them to grow into who they are and not judge them, and not demonize them. Having learned from that collaboration, theyve followed up with a doc that also has deeply personal meaning to Ira. You find out where those roosters and chickens are laying and get their eggs. Along with his co-director/producer Bhawin Suchak, Mckinley returns to Pahokee to reconnect with his niece and nephew as he explores his familys history and chronicles the lives of the citys residents. A standalone ESPN+ subscription is $10 per month. What we try to show in the film is that Iras family, specifically [Iras niece and nephew] Bridget and Alvin, are really the centers of gravity in the community. I wasnt born in Pahokee, but my mother and father met there. We need to celebrate them. This helps the offenders better integrate into society and not be a burden or commit further crimes in order to survive after serving their time mandated by the state and being released with little or no assistance from the Department of Corrections. Please see our Contributors and Sources page for data source details. Duration: 01:20 2/1/2023. Its like a catchphrase. 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. That was written by Bryan Mealer, 10 years ago. I left Florida in 79 and 80 and went back in 2015. There were 1,936 housing units at an average density of 358.9 per square mile (138.6/km2). It just doesnt look like it looks in a more mainstream area that has a lot of resources. When we talk about these small rural towns, its almost always in a deficit, a context of what they dont have. A part of PBS, America's Home for Documentaries. They have a lot. Today is National Signing Day. Use without license or authorization is expressly prohibited. You wonder why they want to kill the education. But even in the community, you couldnt find people who know who Zora Neal Hurston is, and the kids dont read her books. 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"So, we wouldn't have to do the hard labor and that's what I've instilled in my kids as well.". Emilee Smarr is the high school sports reporter for the Palm Beach Post. Suchak: I think there are so many different messages, but I think one that I really hope people see is that these small rural communities have really been one of the threads of the tapestry of this country. That's a place I grew up and I never took pride in my community, but now I have that pride,' " Suchak said of the response to the film, which won the Soul of Southern Film Award at the Indie Memphis Film Festival. He had come close to fulfilling his football dreams in past seasons, winning four district titles and three consecutive regional titles. Executive Producer Sam [Pollard] did a documentary about Hurston [2008s Zora Neal Hurston: Jump at the Sun for PBSs American Masters], but theres other films like After Sherman and Descendant that also talk about this. Thats what started it all. 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