This previous Sunday, the son of Rick Ross introduced his dedication to an HBCU within the Southwestern Athletic Convention. His son, William Roberts III, introduced on X and Instagram that he has dedicated to Bethune-Cookman College – which is situated in Daytona Seaside, FL. Roberts III is at present an offensive lineman for St. Thomas Aquinas Excessive Faculty in Fort Lauderdale, FL.
In keeping with MaxPreps, St. Thomas Aquinas has produced probably the most NFL draft alternatives over the final 10 years than some other highschool within the nation.
The 6-foot-2, 270 lb O-lineman has been on varsity since he was a freshman and helped lead the St. Thomas Aquinas to win their fifth straight 3A state championship in 2023.
Ross additionally performed soccer earlier than transiting into music full time within the 90s. Ross performed soccer at Miami Carol Metropolis Excessive Faculty then attended HBCU (Traditionally Black School/College) Albany State College on a soccer scholarship.
Like his son, Ross additionally performed offensive lineman.
In keeping with Rivals, Roberts III acquired presents from colleges corresponding to Albany State (like his father), Georgia Tech, Texas A&M, Syracuse and extra. He’s scheduled to graduate highschool this spring 2024.
Bethune-Cookman has been lively within the recruitment area after a tough 2023 season. In head coach Raymond Woodie Jr.’s first season, the Wildcats completed 3-8 and gained simply two convention video games.
To date, they’ve emphasised beefing up the offensive line. With the addition of Roberts, they’ve now added 4 offensive line prospects to their 2024 recruitment class. Bethune-Cookman hopes that William Roberts III will assist increase the offensive line for an offense that ranked within the backside quarter of the SWAC in speeding offense and sacks.
“Will’s dimension, power, and athleticism have enabled him to play some high quality time this season and begin a few video games,” Roger Harriott, head coach at St. Thomas Aquinas Roger, advised 247Sports in 2021. “He’s a particularly gifted participant and a well-rounded, character-oriented individual. His finest days are forward of him.”
The Bethune Cookman Wildcats are anticipated to open their 2024 season in opposition to the USF Bulls on August 31 in Tampa, Florida.
