Chennis Berry’s Transfer Players Shine in South Carolina State’s Close Loss to Florida A&M

Chennis Berry, the new head football coach at South Carolina State, brought several key players from Division II Benedict with him to Orangeburg. After a tough 22-18 loss to HBCU national champion Florida A&M, Berry believes his players proved their talent on the field.

In a press conference, Berry expressed his confidence in his team, highlighting standout performances from players like Deondra Duehart, Diego Addison, Eric Phoenix, Caden High, and others. Despite the loss, Berry emphasized the importance of execution and the familiarity of football fundamentals.

The Bulldogs showed promise during the game, leading 18-7 in the fourth quarter before the Rattlers mounted a comeback. Duehart, Phoenix, High, Addison, and Broughton all made significant contributions to the team’s effort.

Looking ahead to their upcoming game against the Citadel, Berry is optimistic about his team’s potential. He believes that the experience gained in their first FCS game will benefit his players moving forward.

Overall, Berry is proud of his team’s performance and is confident in their abilities as they continue their season. With the pressure now off, the Bulldogs are ready to showcase their talent and compete at the Division I level. Stay tuned for more updates on South Carolina State’s football journey.