WHO WE ARE

Coach Marcus Applefield is a Hernando County native, an accomplished athlete, and mentor in the community. He served as a 4 year captain and starter at Weeki Wachee Highschool as he made history as Weeki Wachee's first ever D1 prospect after obtaining more than 40 D1 scholarship offers.

 

He committed to Rutgers University where he would again serve as a team captain. Coach Marcus excelled academically,earning a bachelors degree in Criminal Justice and achieved an impressive distinction of being a 3x BIG TEN all american athlete.

 

With an unyielding desire for personal growth, Coach Marcus decided to transfer into the ACC to the University of Virginia where he once again became a team captain. He earned his masters degree in psychology and continued to shine academically while earning an ACC all american student athlete honors.

 

His football journey led him to sign with the Baltimore Ravens as he protected Lamar Jackson on the field. After a career ending injury, Coach Marcus now channels his expertise and passion towards athlete development, aiming to guide and mentor them on and off the field.

With three decades of coaching experience spanning from high school to professional football, Mark Lee is a seasoned veteran in the game. He has left an indelible mark on the football community, mentoring numerous athletes and contributing to the success of various programs.

 

Mark's coaching journey has taken him to notable institutions such as Randolph-Macon College, Olivet Nazarene University, West Virginia University, Geneva College, Southwestern College, and Bethany College. His expertise and leadership have consistently elevated the teams he's been a part of, earning him recognition as a highly respected figure in the football world.

 

Most recently, Mark served as a coach in the XFL with the St. Louis Battlehawks, where his strategic insight and mentorship helped shape the team's success. His dedication to the game, coupled with his commitment to player development and community involvement, highlight his unwavering passion for football and its impact beyond the field.

Coach Cambell, a prodigious talent, soared to prominence as the tenth best player and the top-rated athlete according to ESPN, solidifying his status as a top-10 wide receiver in the national high school class of 2015 as a 5 star recruit.

 

Hailing from East Lake High School, he electrified the field throughout his senior season. Embarking on a collegiate journey, he honed his skills over four impactful years at Florida State before continuing his ascent at West Virginia University. Not content with just athletic prowess, he pursued knowledge, earning a bachelor's degree in social science.

 

His football journey led him to the pros, where he thrived in the NFL with the New York Jets, showcased his talent in the XFL with the St. Louis Battlehawks, and showed out in the CFL with the Calgary Stampede.