The North Atlanta Football team is booming. After a strong past couple years, the group has been a haven for players at other struggling programs. This season is going to be even more compelling, as many athletes are competing as Dubs for the first time. These impressive players are not only here for the spirit and culture of North Atlanta, but the chance at a State Championship as well. As these newborn Warriors are welcomed into our school, it is only fitting that they express their thoughts to allow their voices to be heard, not just their athleticism.
Several incredible athletes have made the move to Northside Drive to be a part of the North Atlanta spirit and aspire to do great things, both on and off the field. Senior defensive end Prince Williams made his transfer to be a full-time student athlete and is thrilled to be welcomed in a positive way not only from the football team, but from his teachers and administrators as well. “The teaching at this school is one of the best parts of my transfer to North Atlanta,” said Williams. “They have made it a trouble-free move, and I have already seen a preview of how much they care and try to help their students.”
Teamwork is the name of the game, and when you’ve fought and bled with someone, following them through schools is an easy decision. When asking Alphonso Dreher what he would’ve brought with him from his old school, he mentioned his best friend Jakori Kareem, who recently followed his companion to the halls of North Atlanta. Kareem answered the same question in an almost identical way. “Me and Kori are like brothers, I wouldn’t have been able to make this transfer without getting him in on it,” he said. “Having him here makes me feel at home and I can’t wait to share the gridiron with him.”
Despite all of the beneficial factors our new transfers have mentioned about North Atlanta, there are some obstacles of Warrior life that will take some adjusting to. The unique layout of the former IBM building and its 11 floors can be daunting at first glance, especially for those coming from smaller schools such as Kareem’s former high school Cedar Grove. “The worst part about my move to North Atlanta has to be these stairs, man,” said Kareem.
Everyone surrounding the program is excited to see how these prominent athletes will affect the Dubs. These guys will be a hot topic throughout the season as they put their skill to the test when competing in the highest region. They are sure to perform at a high level in the classroom and on the field. Only time will tell just how much these promising young men will come to affect the Warrior football program.
