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Sports Page 11 Clark Atlanta University Panther April 29, 1991 Hamilton Goes In Sixth By Stephanie Sanders Contributing Writer For one day of his collegiate career, Millard Hamilton was advised to skip class and hang around the hotel with Neil Allen, his agent. Hamilton's two day wait ended with the call, with the magical words, Milliard, we are going to draft you in the sixth round. The quick, elusive wide receiver for the Panthers' is on his way to Buffalo, N.Y. Hamilton was selected in the sixth round of the National Football League's 1991 draft April 22 by the Buffalo Bills. Hamilton is the first player ever selected from CAU. Before the consolidation of Clark College and Atlanta University in 1988,it has been 16 years since Clark last produced a NFL draftee. Only tight-end Morris Stroud and Greg McCrary have been drafted from Clark. Hamilton was selected 28 hours after the start of this year's draft. He said he was pleased being selected by the Bills because they were in the 1990 Superbowl. The 23-year old senior from Ridgeland, S.C. said he is looking forward to graduation and receiving his Bachelor of Arts degree in Physical Education. This is yet another accomplishment added to Hamilton's belt of success. During the draft, Hamilton said he was tense. With the help of a friend, Jowuan Wright .better known as "JAG," kept a lot of the tension down for Hamilton. "While I was watching the draft, Jag was telling jokes and that kept the tension down," Hamilton said. "I was able to relax more and keep things in perspective. But, when I heard my name called, my reaction was kind of delayed. I wasn't sure whether to drop to my knees and pray or what." Hamilton is not only looking for a bright future for himself, but also for his family. Right now, he said all he wants to do is help his family, make the team and do as good as he possibly can. And he knows that he's going to receive more than enough support from his parents Maggie and Preston Hamilton. Approximately, 60 scouts came put to see Hamilton this season. In 1990, he made 50 catches for 997 yards, returned 8 punts for 83 yards and Tennis Ends By ANTHONY GEORGE Sports Editor The Clark Atlanta women tennis team breezed through the Tuskegee Relays, as they finished the regular season undefeated, 13-0. The lady Panthers defeated Morris Brown 5-1, Tuskegee 6-0 and Miles 6-0 on April 19. They defeated Fort Valley 5-2 April 20. The men finished the Tuskegee Relays 2-2. They posted two victories over Morris Brown 5-1, 5-1. They dropped a match to Fort Valley 0-6 and Tuskegee 0-6. Coach Oliver McClendon said the men did not play up to their potential. "Tuskegee and Fort Valley wanted those matches more than we did," McClendon said. "It is not that they are physically better than us, but both teams (Tuskegee and Fort Valley) were really up that day. If you are really up, you have a good chance of winning." Overall, the Panthers finished third in the relays. The men finished the regular season 9-4. Other Notables: Ronica Harris and Cathy Simon continued their mastery over their opponents as they won all of their matches during the Tuskegee Relays. Both finished the regular season 13-1 Rain and sleet prevented the Southern Continued on page 12 Track Ends By ANTHONY GEORGE Sports Editor Competing in a rain storm, the Clark Atlanta University track team finished their season in the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference finals in Normal, Al. April 27. The CAU men finished third and the women second. Morehouse College finished first with 157 points, Alabama A&M second with 128 points, and CAU finished with 104 points. The remaining team scorers were: 4.Albany State 39; 5. Fort Valley(33); 6. LeMoyne Owen (25);7-8. Morris Brown and Savannah State (24); 9. Tuskegee (9); 10. Paine (0). First-place finishers for the CAU men were: Clint Gray 21.47 200 meter sprint; Serpias Irby 14.35, 110 meter hurdles; Oshun Williams 800 meter run 1:56:60 and 400 meter relay. Alabama A&M dominated the women track events ,as they won 15 out of 17 events, finishing with 251 points. CAU and Paine College finished with 52. The remaining teams finished: 4. Paine (48); 5. Albany State (36); 6. Fort Valley (25); 7. Tuskegee (24); 8. Morris Brown (16). ran back 30 kickoffs for 800 yards. Hamiliton finished with 5,008 career yards during his four-year tenure at CAU. But now he's looking to make his own records in the NFL. Hamilton said Walter Payton and Jerry Rice are just two of the men who he admires in the game because you hear only positive statements about both. Also, both attended predominantly African American schools and standout in the NFL. Hamilton said that he expects to make rookie of the year, be the leading receiver on the team and make the Pro Bowl. True enough this will take a lot of hard work and determination, but Hamilton said he's ready to pay his dues. After receiving the call from Buffalo, 'Thank you," and "Thank God" were the responses he gave for being selected by the Bills. Hamilton said he would like to thank the Panther football team, the coaching staff and the CAU student body for their support through the season. Hamilton would like to submit special thanks to the offensive line for great coverage and a job well done. m ■ - ■ / : & " -A ' 1 imhiti Hamilton said he was happy being selected by the Buffalo Bills because they represented the American Football Conference in the 1990 Superbowl. Winners and Losers of 1990-91 By ANTHONY GEORGE SPORTS EDITOR The 1990-91 school year produced some big winners and losers for the athletic teams and department. Just to mention a few: Winner: Willie Hunter. The head football coach guided the Panthers to their most victories in 12 years. Next season is looks even more prosperous. Loser: Robert Pritchett: After guiding the men’s basketball team to a winning record in two years, his team was barred from participating in the SIAC and NCAA tournament. The men’s basketball team is returning all but one player. Winner: Millard Hamilton. After four consecutive solid seasons at CAU, Hamilton will be rewarded with an opportunity to play in the National Football League. Loser: Marlow Roberson. After being highly recruited out of Atlanta's Archer High School, Roberson struggled his first three years at quarterback for the Panthers. With the addition of this season's new improved offensive line, Roberson threw up some impressive numbers. Unfortunately for him, a little too late. Winner: Women’s tennis team. Playing without any seniors, they have dominated the SIAC, and all will return next season. Loser:EImer Mixon. Put in a position to coach the women's basketball team, he had to little talent to work with from a team that went 9-16 the previous year. This season he will have an opportunity to recruit players he wants to run his system. Winner: Dr. Raymond Hughes. Despite the intramural basketball season being terminated because of a lack of funds, he was able to devise a basketball tournament that allowed intramural players to still have an opportunity to compete in organized athletics. Loser: Raymond Williams. The former athletic director quit after only three years on the job. Somebody forgot to tell him that they are building a dynasty in the athletic department. Winner: The Athletic Department. They now have a sports editor on the Panther newspaper staff that will not allow news of the Hawks, Falcons, Braves, or any other sports franchise to leak on the paper. Only sports events related to the SIAC is allowed! AUC Controls SIAC The SIAC men athletics is dominated by Atlanta University Center. Okay, take out football, and each winner is located off 1-20, the West End Exit. Basketball. The SIAC tournament champion was Morehouse College. CAU was a legitimate contender if they would have participated, and Morris Brown won their region. Track. Morehouse convincingly won the SIAC track tournament. CAU finished third out of 10 teams. Tennis. Even though the tournament was cancelled, Morehouse clearly has the best tennis team in the SIAC. CAU, Tuskegee and Fort Valley all are legitimate contenders. Next season, football may fall into the category of the AUC reign. Alabama currently holds a monopoly of the football talent, but some of it graduated this season. With the exception of Morehouse, the SIAC needs to look out for CAU and Morris Brown. Finally, / would like to thank everyone who helped contribute writing stories, and those who helped me write mv stories.