Running Back. Jacoby Ford - 4th round pick in the 2010 NFL Draft. Played nine years in the NFL. Double-click this text to edit it. Sunset: 06:14PM. Strong Safety. Undraftedfree agent. Fork Union Military Academy fork union, virginia Register for FREE to view the profiles of 2,542 other alumni *Grad year Create your password Please enter 6-20 characters *Required By clicking Submit, you agree to the Classmates Terms of Service and Privacy Policy Yearbooks View all 37 Fork Union Military Academy yearbooks 1958 Yearbook He has now been selected to be the head coach of the baseball team. 7th round pick in the 2012 NFL Draft. Are you alumni of this team? Fork Union Military Academy is the 34th largest private high school in Virginia and the 1,678th largest nationally. Defensive End. Linebacker. . Offensive lineman. He continued on from Fork Union to play baseball at the college level with Bridgewater College where he played for five seasons as a pitcher, catcher, and outfielder. [19] Though new clubs are often started annually by new cadets to meet demand, the more permanent list of clubs includes: National Honor Society, Honor Council, International Club, IDEA Club, Scuba, Math club, Speech and Debate, Robotics, Drama Club, Catholic Cadet Association, Chess Club, Band, Pep Band, Bagpipe Corps, Choir, and Woodworking. 3rd round pick by the Philadelphia Eagles in the 1961 NFL Draft. 4th round pick in the 2017 NFL Draft. 5th round pick in the 2006 NFL Draft. Maurice Anderson - Signed as an undrafted free agent in 2000. In addition, he earned Dean's List honors for his academic achievements as well as the Officers Reserve Award and a Leadership Award for his service as a cadet officer. 5x Pro Bowl. ", Dan Thompson, Fork Union Military Academy, 434-996-7772, thompsod@fuma.org. Running Back. Corner back. Super Bowl Champion. Question, Comment, Feedback, or Correction? Jacob Grabeel, a Class of 2017 graduate of Fork Union Military Academy, returned to campus this fall as a math instructor after earning his bachelor's degree from Bridgewater College. Below are the parent updates for this week. Signed as an undrafted free agent in 2011. Vocus, PRWeb, and Publicity Wire are trademarks or registered trademarks of Vocus, Inc. or Vocus PRW Holdings, LLC. Cornerback. Signed by the Minnesota Vikings in 1997. Undrafted free agent. Read and submit stories about our classmates from Fork Union Military Academy High School, post achievements and news about our alumni, and post photos of our classmates. Defensive End. Defensive Tackle. 1992 NFC Rookie of the Year. Linebacker. Offensive Lineman. 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Linebacker. Signed with the Chicago Bears in 2015. Defensive End. Signed with the New York Giants in 2018. Fork Union Military Academy. 17th round pick in the 1975 NFL Draft by Kansas City Chiefs. Signed with New Orleans in 1994. [13], FUMA's athletic program is most famous for its football team, which has produced 117 NFL players, and for its track & field team, ranked as one of the best in Virginia. It's time to give that back.". Corner back. Undrafted free agent. 4x All-Pro running back. Plaxico Burress - 1st round pick in the 2000 NFL Draft. Running Back. Signed by the Cleveland Browns in 2008. Signed by the Minnesota Vikings in 2003. Signed by the New York Jets. AlumniClass.com is not affiliated with and is independent of any school, school district, alumni association or any other sites. Defensive lineman. Tight End. Signed as an undrafted free agent in 2009. Robert Kirkwood Spencer, A Man Of Many Talents. Both Standard and Advanced High School Diplomas are offered. Fork Union Military Academy is pleased to announce two new additions to its head coaching ranks and to wish a hearty "welcome home" to these new coaches, Eddie Handsome and Jacob Grabeel, as both are alumni of the Academy who are returning to give back to today's cadets some of the lessons they learned during their own time here as members of the Corps of Cadets. Fork Union Military Academy. Fork Union Military Academy High School Class Reunions. Khyri Thomas - Drafted 38th overall in the 2018 NBA draft, currently with the Detroit Pistons. Running Back. Wide Receiver. 7th round pick in the 2019 NFL Draft. Fork Union Military Academy (Fork Union, VA) Alumni Pro Stats. Defensive End. Tight End. Linebacker. Frequently Asked Questions about the NFL and Football, Pro-Football-Reference.com Blog and Articles, Subscribe to Stathead Football: Get your first month FREE. Show off your school spirit with Fork Union gear! Wide Receiver. Offensive Tackle. 1st round pick in the 2021NFL Draft. Defensive End. We knew the work we put in. Played four seasons in the NFL from 2000-03. Signed by the Cincinnati Bengals in 2005. Wide Receiver. 8th round pick in the 1986 NFL Draft. 1st round pick in the CFL in 2012. Super Bowl XXXVII Champion. 20th round pick in the 1963 NFL Draft by the Kansas City Chiefs. Defensive Tackle. Defensive End. Undraftedfree agent. 3rd round pick in the 1996 NFL Draft. Robert Bobby Kirkwood Spencer was born in 1935 and is the son of Kirkwood A. Spencer and Louise P. (Pitts) Spencer. Fork Union Military Academy (abbreviated as FUMA) is a private, all-male, college preparatory military boarding school located in Fork Union, Virginia. Undraftedfree agent. . Next year, October of 2023, will mark the 125th. Linebacker. Undrafted free agent. It's time to give that back.". Undraftedfree agent. We knew what we did here. 2018-present. Do you have any news to share? Fork Union Military Academy Alumni #2 Class of 2007 5.00 8/14/2018 George Mason University. Wide Receiver. Signed by the New York Jets in 2004. Running Back/Full Back. Kareem Jackson - 1st round pick in the 2010 NFL Draft. List of famous alumni from Fork Union Military Academy, with photos when available. 2011-2018, Col David L. Coggins, USMC (Ret.) Wide Receiver. We knew the work we put in. Items here include everything from Plaxico Burress to Eddie George. Questions about a news article you've read? Kicker. Defensive lineman. Fork Union Military Academy Athletics. Congressman from Pennsylvania, Harold Roe Bartle Former Kansas City, Missouri|Kansas City mayor, namesake of the Kansas City Chiefs and Alpha Phi Omega co-founder, Robert Bloxom Former Secretary of Agriculture and Forestry for the Commonwealth of Virginia, Stanley C. Walker Former president pro tempore of the Senate of Virginia, Bo Gritz Former Special Forces (United States Army)|Army Special Forces officer, Vietnam War POW/MIA issue|Vietnam War POW/MIA activist and third-party 1992 United States presidential election|presidential candidate in 1992, Earle Davis Gregory First Virginian to receive the Medal of Honor and called the "Sergeant York" of Virginia, Samuel G. Fuqua - Though not an alumnus of our Cadet Corps, Rear Admiral Fuqua, USN (Ret. Fork Union Military Academy Welcomes Home Two Alumni to Head Coaching Positions Dan Thompson February 10, 2023 To Be a FUMA Man Dan Thompson January 30, 2023 1996 Alumnus Patrick McDowell and the Eagles Heading to the Super Bowl LVII Kelly Barnette ANNOUNCEMENTS View All February 27, 2023 2023 Phonathon: Feb 27th-Mar 9th Pro Bowler in 1967. Played five seasons. Reach out to the author: contact and available social following information is listed in the top-right of all news releases. The PG basketball program was coached by Fletcher Arritt, the subject of a documentary titled "The Passing Game."[17]. Philadelphia Eagles. Our annual Phonathon event kicks off on the evening of February 27th and continues through March 9th, as, Special Oral History Publication Being Produced for FUMA's 125th Anniversary, Fork Union Military Academy was founded in October, 1898. Find out more. Super Bowl XLIX Champion. Stay connected and informed with FUMA news and announcements by keeping your contact information up-to-date. Running Back. He has lived a life full of many interests in which he excels including co-founder of Scottsville Museum, former Mayor of Scottsville, and gifted magician. 1st round pick in the 2000 NFL Draft. Use without license or authorization is expressly prohibited. "Those dreams. . FormerGeneral Manager of Kansas City from 2013-16. Steve Hamilton - 2nd round pick in the 1985 NFL Draft. Brandon London - Undrafted free agent. Played nine year in the NFL. 3rd round pick in the 2014 NFL Draft. Fork Union Military Academy High School Alumni, Class Reunions, Yearbooks, Classmates, and more! Official Rolex Jeweler, provide expert guidance to their clients on the purchase and care of their Rolex watch. Danny Aiken - Signed as an undrafted free agent in 2011. Jay Hagood - Undrafted free agent. We realize that a Fork Union Military Academy year book may be hard to find so registering to complete your school's Virtual Yearbook 1994-96: Coach, Defense & Special Teams for Cincinnati Bengals. Played five seasons in the NFL. Offensive Lineman. 10thround pick by the Green Bay Packers in the 1987 NFL Draft. Cornerback. Defensive End. 4744 James Madison Hwy Played seven seasons. Fork Union Military Academy is pleased to announce two new additions to its head coaching ranks and to wish a hearty "welcome home" to these new coaches, Why first-time business owners shouldnt do their own taxes, Alan Blinder Says Hes Betting Against Fed Raising Rates to 6%, Feds Daly Says More Rate Hikes Likely Needed to Cool Inflation, A Costco membership price hike is coming soon, analyst says, Biden expected to tighten rules on US investment in China. Linebacker. C.J. 1st round pick of the 1996 NFL Draft. Cornerback. Three-time Pro Bowl. Offensive Lineman. Ernest Dixon (American football)|Ernest Dixon - Undrafted free agent. Fork Union is affiliated with the Baptist General Association of Virginia and accepts students from grades 7-12. 1st Round pick in the 2007 NFL Draft. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. Wide Receiver. He was a two-time winner of the Jackie Jensen Award, the 2016 best pitcher award, and the 2017 best hitter award. Wide Receiver. "I want to make a difference and impact like other people have here on this campus that I've cared a lot about," Grabeel explains, "and they're the reason why I've come back. 12. 4th round pick in the 1992 NFL Draft. Scout for the Arizona Cardinals from 2013 to present. Signed by the New York Giants in 1993. Signed with Seattle Seahawks in 1995. Super Bowl XLIX Champion. 4th round pick in the 1995 NFL Draft. Played in 1989 Pro Bowl. Marques Hagans - Music City Bowl Champion. The official athletics website for the Fork Union Military Academy Blue Devils. Signed by the Houston Oilers in 1993. FUMA's crest shows a pair of crossed swords, a book and a star, each representing an aspect of the school motto: body, mind, and spirit. Signed as an undrafted free agent in 2014. Tight End. Linebacker. Hired as the Eagles Player Development Assistant/Scout in 2022. [16], There are only two postgraduate athletic programs at Fork Union. LeRon McCoy - 7th round pick by the Arizona Cardinals in the 2005 NFL Draft. Fork Union Military Academy (abbreviated as FUMA) is a private, all-male, college preparatory military boarding school located in Fork Union, Virginia. Undraftedfree agent. Super Bowl XLIX Champion. Defensive End. 3rd round pick in the 1997 NFL Draft. Those guys left dreams that you can talk about. Tight End. Punter/kicker. Signed as an undrafted free agent in 2014. 7th round pick in the 1955 NFL Draft. Quarterback. At least 117 players from Fork Union Military Academy have been drafted or signed by NFL teams. DeMingo Graham - Undrafted free agent. We greatly appreciate your recommendations! First overall pick in the 1987 NFL Draft. "I want to make a difference and impact like other people have here on this campus that I've cared a lot about," Grabeel explains, "and they're the reason why I've come back. Wide Receiver. Fork Union Military Academy is pleased to announce two new additions to its head coaching ranks and to wish a hearty "welcome home" to these new coaches, as both are alumni of the Academy who are returning to give back to today's cadets some of the lessons they learned during their own time here as members of the Corps of Cadets. 1st round pick in the 1954 NFL Draft. Signed by the Houston Oilers in 1993. Full Back. Long Snapper. 21 seasons in the NFL. Subscribe to Stathead Football: Get your first month FREEYour All-Access Ticket to the Pro Football Reference Database. 2nd round pick in the 2014 NFL Draft. Click on the Yearbooks below to view a copy Online at Classmates.com. Played nine years in the NFL. Defensive End. Undraftedfree agent. Inside Linebacker. Quarterback. Brian Kozlowski - Undrafted free agent. FORK UNION, Va. (PRWEB) [2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7] Signed by the New York Jets. Offensive Lineman. Defensive Tackle. Winner of the 1995 Heisman Trophy. Signed with New York Jets in 2006. Father of Jay Sherrill. Day length: 10h 58m. 4x Pro Bowl. Signed with New York Jets in 2006. 4th round pick in the 2014 NFL Draft. Defensive End. We present them here for purely educational purposes. Super Bowl XXIX Champion. If you see your name among the Fork Union Military Academy graduates, someone is looking for you! While we celebrated the 50th reunion of the class of 1969, other reunion years also were there, the classes of 1949, 1954, 1959, 1964, 1974, 1979, 1984, 1989, 1994, 1999, 2004, 2009, and 2014. . Undrafted free agent. I know that's why I belong here. In 2020, they even went 1-7 and . Offensive Tackle. Defensive Tackle. Wide Receiver. Eight Band Members Recognized at the 45th Annual Military School Band Festival; This Week's College Acceptances; Sophomore Sean Hurley Wins First Place at the Scale Modelers' Old . 1991-1993, Lt Gen John E. Jackson, Jr., USAF (Ret.) Super Bowl Champion. Quarterback. But if you look at their football team's recent records, it certainly wouldn't appear so. 7th round pick in the 2001 NFL Draft. That same year, the academy began receiving support from the Baptist General Association of Virginia, which continues to this day. San Antonio, and Houston. Coach Eddie Handsome, a former postgraduate football player at Fork Union Military Academy, returns to Fork Union as head coach of the prep football program. Defensive Tackle. Cornerback. Kelcy Quarles - Signed as an undrafted free agent in 2014. Prep Tennis Track and Field Alumni in the NFL Athletic Training Camps Facilities Hall of Fame Photo Galleries Staff Directory The Blue Devil Report Shuman Says Podcast Live Stream for Home Events Shop Donate to Fork Union Join the Athletic Director's Club! The SPORTS REFERENCE and STATHEAD trademarks are owned exclusively by Sports Reference LLC. Following his playing days, Coach Eddie Handsome has become a familiar face along the sidelines of football programs in Virginia for many years as a longtime teacher and football coach with the Henrico County School District, having also served stints as an assistant coach with Atlee, Highland Springs, Varina, and as head coach of the Norview High School program in Norfolk. Michael Badgley - Undrafted free agent. Spillman - Signed as an undrafted free agent in 2009. The school is more commonly known by its acronym FUMA (pronounced "foo-mah" as of late; "few-mah" in earlier times). 3rd round pick in the 2014 NFL Draft. This list of distinguished Fork Union Military Academy alumni is loosely ordered by relevance, so the most recognizable celebrities who attended Fork Union Military Academy are at the top of the list. Offensive Lineman. Grabeel knows the baseball diamond at Fork Union Military Academy very well, having been a three-year captain of the baseball team during his time as a cadet. Their rival Hargrave Military Academy discontinued their PG football team in 2013, however the rivalry continues in PG basketball as the two teams continue to compete every season[18]. Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Dsseldorf. Prominent graduates from Fork Union Military Academy include celebrities, politicians, business people, athletes and more. 1994-2011, RADM J. Scott Burhoe, USCG (Ret.) Signed with New Orleans in 1994. Long Snapper. 3rd round pick in the 1997 NFL Draft. OffensiveLineman. Bobby was raised in Scottsville and is a 1953 graduate of Scottsville High School. The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. Played five seasons in the NFL. Wide Receiver. Cadet Officers and Non-Commissioned Officers (NCOs) live as a part of each company. 1st round pick of the 1996 NFL Draft. Josh Davis (American football)|Josh Davis - Undrafted free agent. Fork Union has that, we built that, we embody that. 1st round pick in the 1997 NFL Draft. The big names like Fender and all those guys that came before me, I want to live up to those standards here, and that's something that I feel is very important to me.". FUMA alumni have included numerous famous athletes, who have played in the NFL, MLB, and in numerous other leagues and sports. A native of Gordonsville, Virginia, while a cadet at Fork Union Grabeel earned two-time All-State, two-time All-Prep, and All-Central Virginia team honors. New England Patriots. Kicker. Undrafted free agent. Phillip Merling - 2nd round pick in the 2008 NFL Draft. Signed by the New York Giants in 2007. I know that's why I came hometo help put some of that right back where it belongs, because it was given to me. He played college football at, The Best Michigan State Football Players of All Time, People Who Should Be in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Don Oakes (American football)|Don Oakes - 3rd round pick by the Philadelphia Eagles in the 1961 NFL Draft. 1st round pick in the 2010 NFL Draft. Cornerback. Col Kenneth T. Whitescarver, USMC (Ret.) Defensive lineman for the New York Giants. Fork Union Military Academy is a private high school located in Fork Union,, VA and has 368 students in grades 7th through 12th. There is also a drill team company, Retan Rifle (which exists for special events only), that performs in parades across Virginia. Free Safety. Signed by the Washington Redskins in 2002. Signed by the Atlanta Falcons in 2001. Fork Union Alumni in the NFL. Lee Williamson - Undrafted free agent. Half Back. Founded in 1898, Fork Union is considered one of the premier military boarding academies in the United States.[2][3][4][5][6][7]. [12], FUMA's campus is located on a 1,000-acre (400ha) campus in the hills of the Virginia's Piedmont region. Join Alumni Network Explore . Read about this alumni's experiences at Fork Union Military Academy - student review #1. x. Tyrone Robertson - 7th round pick in the 2001 NFL Draft. Darren Drozdov - Undrafted free agent. Super Bowl XXXVII Champion. Signed as anundraftedfree agent in 2011. Dave Kadela - Undrafted free agent. Fork Union will change your son's life. Carolina Panthers. The current local time in Mlheim is 45 minutes ahead of apparent solar time. Running back. Logos were compiled by the amazing SportsLogos.net. Akeem Auguste - Signed as an undrafted free agent in 2013. Zach Kerr - Undrafted free agent. Signed by the New York Jets in 1963. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. Music City Bowl Champion. Quarterback. Squad and Platoon leaders are accountable to the higher company leadership and to adult members of the Commandant's Department, as well as to their Tactical Officers (TACs), who are assigned to each company to supervise the cadets. 6th round pick in the 2015 NFL Draft. Offensive Tackle. Signed as anundraftedfree agent in 2013. [8], Some of its buildings are named after benefactors that have helped fund their construction, for example, the Guy E. Beatty Library, the Estes Dining Center, and Jacobson Hall. 2nd round pick in the 2016 NFL Draft. 7th round pick in the 2012 NFL Draft. Long Snapper. Koenigsallee 59, Dsseldorf, NW, 40215. This list of distinguished Fork Union Military Academy alumni is loosely ordered by relevance, so the most recognizable celebrities who attended Fork Union Military Academy are at the top of the list. Played five years. Wide Receiver. FIND SCHOOLS TOP LISTS BOARDING SCHOOL GUIDE Why Boarding School Choosing a School Admissions Financing ABOUT US. Wide Receiver. Kicker. 3rd round pick in the 2003 NFL Draft. Offensive Tackle. Located on a 1,000-acre (400ha) campus in the rolling hills of central Virginia's Piedmont region, Fork Union Military Academy was initially founded as Fork Union Academy in October 1898 by Dr. William E. Hatcher, a prominent local Baptist minister. We knew our pedigree. Later signed as an undrafted free agent in the NFL. Undrafted free agent. Bobby attended the University of Richmond and earned his degree in English. Signed to the Jacksonville Jaguars in 2005. Played six seasons in the NFL. The school has an impressive history of sending players to the NFL. Main Navigation Menu. Handsome was a standout defensive back at Henrico High School prior to joining Fork Union's football team as a postgraduate. Winner of the 1986 Heisman Trophy. Signed by the Cleveland Browns in 1987. Bobby began a 31-year career at Fork Union Military Academy in Virginia where he taught English as well as psychology, sociology, and religious studies. Home > Register as an alumni from Fork Union Military Academy High School and reunite with old friends and classmates. It has a student teacher ratio of 9.0 to 1. Roman Oben - 3rd round pick in the 1996 NFL Draft. Free Safety. Fork Union Military Academy Announces Selection of New Commandant as LTC Moss Announces His Retirement; Congratulations to Term 3 Honor Roll; Phonathon is underway! Fork Union Military Academy. Fork Union Military Academy in Fork Union, Virginia, is a Christian, college preparatory, military-style boarding school for young men in Grades 7 through 12 and postgraduates. First overall pick in the 1st round of the 1987 NFL Draft. Mohammed Seisay - Signed as an undrafted free agent in 2014. Register as an alumni from Fork Union Military Academy High School and reunite with old friends and classmates. 5x Pro Bowl. Coach Handsome's teams have earned regional and conference championships, and his Henrico team was the runner up in the state championship game in 1997-1998. The Blue Devils went 3-7 in 2017 and followed that with a 2-8 2018 campaign. The PG football team is led by head coach Frank Arritt. Played four seasons. Cornerback. Marcus Dowtin - Signed as an undrafted free agent in 2012. Whether youve graduated from Fork Union or attended for only one year, all are welcomed and invited to join our alumni networking events. Super Bowl XXXII. Signed by theNew York Giants from 1984-1986. Defensive End. FORK UNION, Va. (PRWEB) August 27, 2021. Jimmy Martin - 7th round pick by the San Diego Chargers in the 2006 NFL Draft. FUMA's curriculum extends from the 7th to 12th grade and also hosts a one-year postgraduate program. 9th round pick in the 1977 NFL Draft. Undraftedfree agent. 7th round pick by the San Diego Chargers in the 2006 NFL Draft. Signed by the New York Giants in 1993. Played five years. High School Football Fork Union, VA Joined: Sep 2014: Roster: 1: Alumni: 20: Visit Official Website. Michael Thomas (wide receiver, born 1993)|Michael Thomas - 2nd round pick in the 2016 NFL Draft. Defensive End. Center. Alumni Weekend was a great success! Three-time Pro Bowl. College Football Hall of Fame. Signed by the Pittsburgh Steelers in 1942. 82. 21 seasons in the NFL. Cornerback. Fork Union Military Academy is a college preparatory boarding military school for boys in grades 7-12 and postgraduate located in Fork Union, Virginia, right in the heart of central. Defensive End. Fork Union was founded in 1898 and has a rich tradition promoting character, leadership, and scholarship. Played five seasons. 28thround pick by the Detroit Lions in the 1944 NFL Draft. Signed by the New York Jets in 2004. Played six seasons. We knew the work we put in. Founded in 1898, Fork Union is considered one of the premier military boarding academies in the United States.