Tate’s Lorenzo Long Signs With Wofford University

February 14, 2013

Tate High School all-star running back Lorenzo Long signed a scholarship last week to play for Wofford University in South Carolina.  Long holds the Tate Aggie career record with 3,227 rushing yards. During his senior season, Long had 183 carries for 1,175 yards and 11 touchdowns. Pictured are  Lorenzo Long (center) and his parents, Lara and Alandus Long; and (standing, L-R) Athletic Director David Venettozzi and Head Football Coach Ronnie Douglas. Submitted photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.

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9 Responses to “Tate’s Lorenzo Long Signs With Wofford University”

  1. Fern Hopkins on February 19th, 2013 8:42 am

    Congratulations, Lorenzo! From a long-ago Aggie, we salute you and your accomplishments, and look forward to hearing even more good things from you along your path. I know your Mom and I know she’s proud of you!

  2. Todd on February 14th, 2013 7:57 pm

    Welcome to the Wofford family Lorenzo! Go Terriers!

  3. Tracy Davis on February 14th, 2013 3:32 pm

    Congratulations Long Family Lorenzo you’re a true example of A Good and Faithful Servant.

    Lorenzo will be an outstanding addition to the Wofford Team as both an athlete and a leader.

    Good luck Lorenzo, I am excited to follow your college career!!!

    YEAH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  4. Cheryl on February 14th, 2013 3:04 pm

    Congratulations Lorenzo very proud of you and your accompaniment. Great job and keep up the good work, And the happy parents also. What a nice picture

  5. Keith Wilkins on February 14th, 2013 2:14 pm

    We are so proud of you Lorenzo! Congratulations to you, Mom, Dad and my girl Calandria!

  6. Karen Spitsbergen on February 14th, 2013 1:18 pm

    Congratulations Lorenzo, Mom and Dad !! Good job and good luck !!

  7. Harold Coats on February 14th, 2013 1:13 pm

    Congrats on your scholarship Lorenzo! Hard work in the classroom and on the playing field pays off!

  8. Dr. A.J. Long on February 14th, 2013 12:27 pm

    Thanks the kid deserve some recognition for the hard work and dedication he has put in to accomplish this goal.

  9. Landria on February 14th, 2013 12:21 pm

    We are so very proud of you, Lorenzo. Thanks for respresenting Tate High School and the Football Program is such a respectable way. Making a school record by holding the rushing title. You have grown up to be God fearing and mature young man. Your Hard Work and Perseverance paid off.