Houston Texans Rookie To Sign Autographs at Shrine Game Jan 18, 2008
Jones starred for four seasons at Lane College, where he was a Division II All-America First-Team selection as a senior in 2006. The 83rd annual East-West Shrine Game will take place on the UH campus for the first time, after spending last season at Reliant Stadium. (Uhcougars.com)
Texas Southern hires a new coach Dec 1, 2007
Texas Southern hired former Lane College coach Johnnie Cole on Friday to take over the struggling program. New TSU Football Coach Johnnie Cole. (KHOU.com, TX)
LOCAL DRILL: JACOBY JONES Nov 28, 2007
A product of Abramson High School, Jones made a name for himself as a walk-on at Lane College, a relatively obscure Division II school in Jackson, Tenn. He began his college career on a track scholarship at Southeastern Louisiana and transferred to Lane in 2003. (Nola.com -- Sports)
The long march towards common ground Nov 27, 2007
"I'm not willing to say that we should build a policy around a small violent minority. That's a matter for the police to deal with," said Sean Brawley, student union president at Park Lane College, Leeds. At the other end of the spectrum, Michael Wedgeworth, chair of governors at Blackburn College, said it would be folly to ignore the religious dimension, as he felt that some in further education thought should be the case. (Guardian Unlimited -- Society)
JSU football: Rebuilding a reputation, 1 tackle at a time Nov 15, 2007
"Darrin Hayes, JSU's defensive coordinator, has known Brooks since 1999, when Hayes was coaching tiny Lane College in Jackson, Tenn., and Brooks, then 16, would hang out on campus.When Brooks was booted at UT, he knew where to turn."I always had a special bond with him," Hayes said. "He's been a model citizen. He just needed to be around people that respected him and demanded respect from him. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Architecture, Inc., converting factory into high-tech facility at Lane College Oct 30, 2007
The downside of the renovation is that it won't be a "green" building like the production and meeting facility that the firm designed for Lane College last year. This article is for Paid Print Subscribers ONLY.. (Memphis Business Journal, TN)
Eric N. Moore: Weeks Winding Down In HBCU Oct 26, 2007
with Fort Valley State (7-2, 4-1 SIAC) hosting Lane College (6-1, 3-1). Last year, Lane had a dramatic worst-to-almost-first turnaround that had them in the conference title chase late in the season. (Kpmariners.com)
Timeline: Arrest details, court appearance Oct 14, 2007
Timeline leading to arrest of T.I.. Staff report Published on: 10/14/2007. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
New attitude at Morehouse Oct 9, 2007
Freeman, 33, had spent two years as assistant head coach at Lane College and was deemed to have enough skill to make it work. So far it looks like a good decision. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Eric N. Moore: Classic Games Take Center Stage Oct 5, 2007
to face Lane College (3-1, 0-1 SIAC). Lane shocked the world last year with its worst-to-almost-first performance, but the Dragons have struggled out of the blocks this season. (Kpmariners.com)
Texans ready for the Colts Sep 23, 2007
Jones, who is from Division II Lane College, will likely start in place of Johnson. Schaub is confident that Jones, a former track star, will help pick up the slack. (KHOU.com, TX)
A budding dynasty in Houston? Sep 21, 2007
Houstons second-leading wide receiver is rookie Jacoby Jones from Lane College. He has only two catches for 33 yards. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Texans Cornerback Is Nails Sep 21, 2007
Jones, who played at Division II Lane College, said thatone didn't go too well. "I was so nervous, I actually dropped my first few passes," hesaid, chuckling at the memory. (KWTX.com, TX)
Eisen: If I had a crystal ball for this season ... Sep 7, 2007
They also have a young kid out of Lane College named who lit it up the preseason. That said, I hate to keep bringing it up, but until starts bagging quarterbacks on a regular basis (and having rookie now on the same line could help), this team could have had Vince Young under center or confounding defenses. (ESPN -- Football News)
Texans Defensive Lineman Ready for Opener Sep 7, 2007
The third-round pick from Division II Lane College returned twopunts for touchdowns and also had a touchdown reception in thepreseason. "When he walks out of the huddle this week, (Chiefs cornerback)Ty Law will be staring at him," Kubiak said. (KWTX.com, TX)
WVC notebook: State travels to Lincoln for opener Sep 5, 2007
Lincoln got blasted 54-3 on the road in its opener by Lane College, then had last week off to lick its wounds. Lincoln has dropped 25 of its last 30 games and has allowed 52 or more points in each game during its current five-game losing streak. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- Sports)
The preseason revealed Tennessee's revamped running game and more. Sep 4, 2007
Jones was taken in the third round out of tiny Lane College in Jackson, Tenn. the school that ex-Carolina Panthers running back Fred Lane helped put on the football map. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
NFL roundup: Texans release WR McCardell Sep 1, 2007
Jones, a former track standout from Division II Lane College, caught on so quickly that coach Gary Kubiak kept just five receivers. "We drafted him [Jones] in the third round and had I been standing here today with him having a slow process of becoming a player in this league and helping this team, then there's no doubt we'd be keeping six," Kubiak said. (ESPN -- Football News)
Gauging impact of draft's top 10 Sep 1, 2007
A third-round pick from Lane College scored three touchdowns in the preseason including 80- and 91- yard punt returns. 4. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Schefter: Wide receivers on the market Aug 30, 2007
Jones was something of an unknown coming from tiny Lane College. There were questions about Jones' small hands and dropped passes. (ESPN -- Football News)
Matt Schaub ready to the lead the Texans Aug 30, 2007
Jones, a former track star from Division II Lane College, is already pushing second receiver Kevin Walter for playing time. He also could be a star on special teams after returning two punts for touchdowns in the preseason. (KHOU.com, TX)
Eric Moore: HBCU Opening Week Recap Aug 28, 2007
Friday, the blowout went the way of the Dragons as Lane College chalked up 555 yards of total offense on the way to a 54-3 defeat of Lincoln (Mo. University in Jackson. (Mac-Sports.com)
Cowboys Fall to Houston Aug 28, 2007
A third-round draft pick from Lane College, Jones returned a punt 80 yards for a touchdown last week against Arizona. After collecting just one first down and 17 yards of offense in the first quarter, the Texans (2-1) scored a touchdown the first time they had the ball in the second quarter. (CowboyUpdate.com)
T.O. scores, then jaws with Texans' fans Aug 26, 2007
It was the second week in a row that Jones, a third-round pick from Division II Lane College, returned a punt for a touchdown after returning one 80 yards last week. On Saturday he busted through the pack and then outran his last defender and began holding out the ball in front of him at the 10-yard line before flipping into the end zone. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Super Bowl committee campaign seeks to drum up enthusiasm Aug 26, 2007
" When Elliott's family moved from Wisconsin to the Valley two years ago, it was difficult for them to find a sense of community amid so many transplants. But the homemaker and mother of four said rallying around local sports teams such as the Phoenix Suns and Arizona Cardinals allowed her family to bond with neighbors. It's the same thing with the Super Bowl, Elliott said. She joined the host committee's Membership Club and hopes to get her daughter and three boys involved in volunteer... (AZCentral -- News)
Simmons listed among Pro Hopefuls by D2Football.com Aug 15, 2007
Edward Williams, WR, Lane College, 6-4 (6034),205lbs, 4 ... Sacked the quarterback for a safety in a 24-6 season-opening win over Lane College. (Wwuvikings.com)
Bears Come Back to Beat Texans Aug 12, 2007
Rookie , a third-round pick out of Division II Lane College, led the Texans with four receptions for 47 yards and also had a 22-yard punt return. Related Stories. (BearReport.com)
Change of Alligiance Jul 31, 2007
The Texans picked Jones in the third round of this year's draftout of Division Two Lane College. Jones had 68 receptions for 822 yards and six touchdowns in 2006to earn Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference player of theyear honors. (KWTX.com, TX)
Lifelong Saints fan looking to hit it big with the Texans Jul 31, 2007
The Texans picked Jones in the third round of this year's draft out of Division II Lane College. The former track star is only the second player from Lane College to be drafted after defensive tackle Ernest Bonwell was picked by Dallas in the 11th round in 1971. (KHOU.com, TX)
Stokes follows in father's footsteps at Bethune-Bowman Jul 24, 2007
After graduating from Orangeburg-Wilkinson High School, she attended Lane College in Jackson, Tenn. She then got her master's degree from the City College of New York. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Feeling super about season Jul 8, 2007
Try Texans rookie receiver Jacoby Jones, a third-round draft choice from Division 2 Lane College in Jackson, Tenn. Total enrollment of Lane: 1,000. (Boston Globe)
The latest in Steelers news: Jul 1, 2007
" Was anything resolved? "No, it was just talk," he said. SATURDAY, MAY 12, 4:25 p.m. * Alan Faneca missed the morning practice, but is back on the field this afternoon. After practice I hope to get an answer for his curious day ... unless he punches me in the face first. Also, we'll have Mike Tomlin comments after practice as well. (--j.w.) SATURDAY, MAY 12, 12 p.m. * One day after venting about the lack of progress in his contract talks, guard Alan Faneca walked out of the team's minicamp... (SteelCitySports.com)
Williams Invited To NCAA Coaches Academy Jun 21, 2007
Dearrion Snead, defensive coordinator, Lane College. Marcus White, defensive coordinator, Elizabeth City State University. (Gohuskies.com)
Carucci: Texans offseason update Jun 8, 2007
Third-rounder Jacoby Jones, a wide receiver from tiny Lane College, is an intriguing choice. He has the speed to be a game-changing force as a return specialist. (NFL.com)
JagNation Divisional Draft Analysis: Texans May 23, 2007
The Texans needed a wide receiver to play opposite , and took a guy from Lane College in round three ... Third Round pick (#73 overall)- , WR, Lane College Jones is a big, fast wide receiver at 6'3", 220, but he's fairly raw at the position, being that he only started playing organized football as a junior in high school. Jones missed a lot of time in the offseason thanks to his commitment to the track team. Jones is fast and can jump, but he lacks some strength and hasn't played much against... (JagsInsider.com)
Memphis Rebounders Appoint Harold Byrd President For 2007-08 May 12, 2007
Byrd's extensive civic involvement includes serving on the Boards of Directors of the University of Memphis, Lane College and Rise Foundation, as well as Past President of the University of Memphis Alumni Association and Tiger Scholarship Fund. Among honors that Byrd has received are Distinguished Alumni Award from the University of Memphis and Partners in Education Award from the Shelby County School System. (Gotigersgo.com)
NFL Draft: Complete Team by Team Picks May 1, 2007
(73) WR , Lane College 4. (123) WR , South Carolina 5. (CowboyUpdate.com)
Lane’s Jones is 73rd pick May 1, 2007
Lane College in Jackson, and Memphis each had a player drafted. Division II Lane had the second player drafted in school history when Houston took receiver Jacoby Jones at No. 73 in the third round. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
LSU well represented in the draft Apr 30, 2007
Receiver Jacoby Jones, who played at Marion Abramson in New Orleans, went to Houston in the third round out of Lane College. Later that round, cornerback Jonathan Wade, who played for Evangel Christian in Shreveport before moving on to Tennessee, went to the St. Louis Rams. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Texans choose Jacoby Jones in the third round Apr 29, 2007
Jones is from a small school, Lane College. Jones is a track star so he has plenty of speed, but he doesn't have a lot of football experience. (KHOU.com, TX)
Worth his weight: Hofstra's Smith chasing NFL dream Apr 26, 2007
Jacoby Jones, WR, Lane College (Jackson, Tenn. Has size (6-3, 210) and speed of a track athlete; held his own in postseason workouts and matchups against players from bigger schools. (USA Today -- Sports)
Needs in draft Apr 24, 2007
The only other WR that would generate that type of fear from day one in Ted Ginn Jr. or Jacoby Jones for Lane College. However, Jones can be had in the 2nd round. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
NFL: Look for Dallas to ship RB Jones on draft day Apr 19, 2007
Receiver Jacoby Jones of Lane College in Tennessee also visited the Steelers. -- Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Steelers sign defensive end, host 3 potential picks Apr 18, 2007
210) of Lane College in Tennessee, also visited the Steelers at their UPMC facility on the South Side today. NFL teams have until Friday to entertain up to 30 college prospects. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Which games worry you? Apr 12, 2007
Or the next Marques Colston (who is actually this awesome receiver from Lane College in TN). With soo many weapons how do u stop us. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Small-school prospect thinking big Mar 30, 2007
" Jones made quite a name for himself in the historically black Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference, competing against colleges such as Morehouse, Tuskegee and Fort Valley State. Courtesy Lane CollegeJacoby Jones enjoyed an outstanding senior season. As a senior, Jones was selected as the conference offensive player of the year and most valuable player. He led the SIAC in receiving yards per game (74.7), receptions per game (6.18), receiving touchdowns (6), all-purpose yards (189.9) and... (ESPN -- Football)
Morehouse College names new football coach Mar 29, 2007
Morehouse has hired Lane College defensive coordinator Rich Freeman, an Atlanta product, to lead its football program. Freeman replaces Terry Beauford, who resigned after going 6-15 in two seasons. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
A Lot on the Line Feb 21, 2007
Jacoby Jones (WR, Lane College), David Ball (WR, New Hampshire), Ben Patrick (TE, Delaware) are names to remember, but it's the offensive line prospects -- the hogs up front who receive little attention whether they line up for Texas or Texas St. -- who seem to have the most immediate and lasting impact at the next level. Related Stories. (BearReport.com)
Lane's Jones drawing attention Feb 17, 2007
Jones, from Lane College in Jackson, Tenn. is being billed as this season's Marques Colston. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Shrine Game East notes: A jack of all trades Jan 20, 2007
Looking good: Among the East players that were singled out by scouts for their performance this week were Clemson offensive linemen , Idaho State quarterback Matt Gutierrez, Alabama State cornerback Michael Coe, Delaware tight end Ben Patrick , Florida State tackle and Lane college receiver. Noteworthy: Notre Dame guard got an offensive linemen's dream when Michigan State defensive tackle deflected a screen pass into Santucci's arms. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Fall term sentences announced Jan 18, 2007
Thursday 18 January, 2007. The following sentences were given during the fall term of Barbour County Circuit Court-Eufaula Division: (All individuals are from Eufaula unless noted). (Eufaula Tribune, AL)
Today's Stories Jan 15, 2007
Basketball: Paine College vs. Lane College: 7:30pm (Men), Paine C.. - - It's in the stars: Get your horoscope from Astrologer Linda Black in today's print edition of The Augusta Chronicle. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Vera M. Collins Harrell Dec 29, 2006
She completed further study in mathematics at Kent State University and Lane College in Ohio and received a master of education degree in mathematics from Delta State University in 1978. She began her teaching career in Clarksdale at W.A. Higgins High School in 1963 before transferring to Clarksdale High School where she retired after a rewarding career of 33 years. (Clarksdale Press Register, MS)
3. Mitchell quits City Council Dec 6, 2006
Education: B.A. in sociology and education from Lane College; M.A. in education administration from Trevecca Nazarene College; completed post graduate work at the University of Tennessee. Political career: Memphis City School Board from 1992 to 1999; City Council from 1999 to present; currently serves as council chairwoman. (The Commercial Appeal, TN)
Lions start off vs. Lane Nov 15, 2006
FLORENCE -- Terry Fowler is both excited and nervous as he prepares for his debut as head coach of the North women's team tonight when the Lions open their season against Lane College. Tip-off time, originally scheduled for 6 p.m. has been changed to 7 p.m. at Flowers Hall. (Shoals TimesDaily)
Read more... Nov 8, 2006
Tennessee is home to three UNCF member institutions, Fisk University in Nashville, Lane College in Jackson and LeMoyne-Owen College in Memphis. In addition to dynamic training opportunities, the conference will feature the much anticipated coronation of Ms. UNCF, the culmination of a year-long fundraising drive by the contestants. (PNN Online)
Lane College handles Lincoln with ease Aug 27, 2006
Lincoln's DeWitt Johnson keeps moving up field despite having several Lane College players tackling him on Saturday at Dwight T. Reed Stadium ... The Blue Tigers didn't need the board, as they failed to score a point against Lane College. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Lincoln game vs. Stillman called off Aug 24, 2006
The Blue Tigers open the 2006 season Saturday at Reed Stadium against Lane College. Game time is 2 p.m.. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
LU fifth in poll Aug 7, 2006
Lincoln opens the 2006 season at home against Lane College on Saturday, Aug. 26. Game time is 2 p.m. at Dwight T. Reed Stadium. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Dr. Jessie Ferlow dies Jul 1, 2006
She received a B.S. Degree from Lane College in Jackson, Tennessee and her medical degree from the University of Rochester. Her residency was completed the Univerity of Cincinnati. (Gadsden County Times, FL)
Not your typical cruise: SS Lane Victory museum relives WWII drama Jun 24, 2006
The Lane Victory, one of 534 Victory-class ships built, was named after Isaac Lane, who was born into slavery and became the founder of Lane College in Jackson, Tenn. The Lane Victory was christened by his granddaughter in 1945. (North County Times)
