Supporters
Media Supporters
Mam Mamina Masengo, Journalist in the DRC
Mrs. Mam Mamina Masengo is a well know journalist, and most viewed reporter in the Congo. Mrs. Masengo has seen the potential in the Mwamba Family Foundation, and has expressed her willingness to involve her influence as a well known journalist to help the foundation's cause and vision via the media. She has reported on the Mwamba Family Foundation, and has recently given an interview to Patrice Majondo-Mwamba, CEO of the Mwamba Family Foundation, that was seen throughout the Congo. Mrs. Masengo remains committed to using her status as a well known journalist to help make the lives of those in her country better.
Emily Jones, FOX Sports Southwest
Emily Jones joined FOX Sports Southwest in August 2004 as an anchor and reporter.
She serves as sideline reporter on many of FSN's event telecasts, including the network's national Big 12 Conference football games, a position she's held since 2006. She also serves as courtside reporter during Dallas Mavericks telecasts and anchors and reports on FOX Sports Southwest LIVE pre- and postgame shows for the Dallas Mavericks, Texas Rangers and Dallas Stars. In January 2008 she became host of BIG 12 SHOWCASE, the network's weekly magazine show covering all Big 12 Conference sports.
Jones spent six years at Lubbock NBC affiliate KCBD before moving to FOX Sports Southwest. She started as a news anchor, reporter and producer in September 1998 and was elevated to sports director in May 2001. She anchored the station's two nightly sportscasts and oversaw the sports department.
A native of Plainview, Texas, Jones graduated from Texas Tech University in 1998 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in broadcast journalism. She resides in Fort Worth.
Tamara Jolee, 2009 Texas AP Broadcasters Award-winning Sports Journalist
Tamara Jolee is a 2009 Texas AP Broadcasters award-winning sports journalist.
She's the host of "The Show," a regionally-syndicated sports program that airs across Texas and Louisiana in almost a dozen markets. During football season, you can find her live on location each week, hosting "Friday Football Fever," along with studio host and sports director, Danny Elzner.
Jolee joined the KETK and Fox News East Texas team in Dec. 2007 as a general assignments reporter and later assumed the role as weekend morning show anchor. Currently, she splits time between news and sports, covering general assignments and other news during the week.
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ron Deskalo, ESPN Associate Producer "E:60"
Yaron Deskalo is a feature producer for ESPN's hit show "E:60." He recently won an Emmy in the "Outstanding Sports Journalism" category for his piece, "Wanted: Fugitive". Since August 2007, Yaron has been fortunate enough to not only tell stories here in the States, but also travel the world and share compelling sports stories from locations he wouldn't have otherwise visited. Some of the countries include Serbia, Spain, Mexico, Liberia, England, Brazil, Dominican Republic, and Venezuela.
Government Officials:
Guy-Alain Emmanuel Gauze, Ambassador to the U.N.
His Excellency Mr. Guy-Alain E. Gauze is Ambassador of the Ivory Coast in Geneva, Switzerland, and Ambassador Extraordinaire and Plenipotentiary of Ivory Coast at the United Nations (UN). He is also the permanent Representative of Ivory Coast for the World Organization of Commerce (OMC) in Geneva. His Excellency was a special Advisor to the President of Ivory Coast. Ambassador Gauze is the Minister of Promotion for the Development of Foreign Trade. His Excellency Mr. Gauze remains President of the sub-committee of sustainable development of the ACP States "Africa, Carribean, and Pacific". The ACP States are the countries that are signatories of the Lomé Convention. He was also the Executive Director of the International Cocoa Organization for fifteen years. Ambassador Gauze is a close friend of the Mwamba's and has been involved in numerous charitable organizations throughout the world. The Mwamba Family Foundation is privileged to have His Excellency Mr. Guy-Alain Emmanuel Gauze as their formal spokesman.
Moïse Katumbi Chapwe, Governor of the Katanga Province, DRC
Moïse Katumbi Chapwe was elected governor of the Katanga Province in February 2007. He has brought positive change to the province, which has been felt throughout the rest of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Born to a country that has through history been ravaged by war and competing interests for its vast wealth, Katumbi has a solid reputation for being outspoken and honest, a rare quality amongst many African leaders.
He has given his support to the Mwamba Family Foundation, and looks forward to the completion of the Mwamba Sports and Education Academy in Lubumbashi.
Mutombo Bakafwa Nsenda
Mutombo Bakafwa Nsenda is a politician of Congo-Kinshasa. He was the governor of the province of Kasai-Occidental in the Democratic Republic of the Congo since October 2006 until February 2007. Since the end of November, he was the Minister of Justice and Human Rights until October of 2008. He is currently the Vice Prime Minister of the DRC. The Minister has had long and rich experience in the management of businesses of the State. Minister Nsenda belongs to the Congolese political inheritance. As a shining lawyer established in the 70's along with the chief of the province of Western Kasaï, Minister Nsenda has illustrated himself in the defense of weak. He was rewarded by a mandate for deputy elect in the town of Kananga. He has also been the head of the ministry for the mines. Manifestly known for his generosity, Minister Nsenda has contributed to repairing the roof of the teaching Institute of Kananga, and has also offered a generator of 10 kVA to the Institute. Minister Nsenda is a friend of the Mwamba family, and is very happy to work with the Mwamba Family Foundation. He loves the country of Congo and is actively involved in improving the lives of those around him.
David Mutamba Dibwe, Honorable Senator of DRC
David Mutamba Dibwe is an Honorable Senator of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. He also was The former CEO of SNELL (an electric company of Congo). Before being in the political world, Honorable Senator David Mutamba Dibwe, worked in the mining area in Congo. Because of his knowledge and great experience, Senator Dibwe occupied stations of high responsibility for the mining company Gécamine. Senator Dibwe holds a strong belief in the importance of education, and would like to see the literacy rate in the DR of Congo increase. Honorable Mutamba Dibwe is a friend of the Mwamba family, and is looking forward to lending his services and support to the cause of the Mwamba Family Foundation.
Alexis Thambwe Mwamba , Minister of Foreign Relations, DRC
Mr. Alexis Thambwe Mwamba is the former Minister of Finance and Planning for the Democratic Republic of Congo. He is currently the Minister of Foreign Relations of the DRC. He is a close friend of the Mwamba family. Mr.THAMBWE- Mwamba has represented his country during ministerial conferences for the launch of a 2006 Humanitarian Action Plan for the country. It focused on the areas of food security, health, reintegration, protection, HIV/AIDS, coordination, education, water and sanitation, shelter, mine action and gender. Mr. THAMBWE-Mwamba has lended his support to the Mwamba Family Foundation, and believes strongly in the foundation's cause and vision.
Mr. Felicien Muleba Mutoka is the former General Manager of the Commercial Bank of Zaïre, now known as the Commercial Bank of the Congo. Mr. Mutoka is currently the CEO of the Le Marinel Hotel in Kinshasa. He and the Le Marinel Hotel have hosted many human rights organizations from all over the world who have had discussions about the conditions of the Congo and how to make improvements. Mr. Mutoka has been involved in many charity organizations throughout the Congo. Mr. Mutoka is a close family friend, and has lended his full support to the Mwamba Family Foundation.
Felicien Muleba Mutoka, Former General Manager Commercial Bank of Zaïre
Joseph Mukania Kabwe, Principal Advisor of Finance to President of DRC
Joseph Mukania Kabwe has a degree in finances and economics, and works in various organizations throughout Congo as well as Africa. He represents the Congo to international institutions such as the World Bank. Mr. Mukania is a key piece of the economy of the Congo, and is held in great value due to his financial and economic status. He understands the value of a healthy and stable economy, and has been involved in various projects that are helping to grow a healthy economy. He is committed to the cause and vision of the Mwamba Family Foundation, and has offered his full support.
Kimbembe Mazunga, Principal Advisor to President of DRC
Kimbembe Mazunga is a Civil Engineer in Mechanis and has been working at "Office des routes" since 1986; he was the governor of the city-province of Kinshasa, the capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo. He previously served as principal counselor to the Chief of State in charge of Infrastructures, as well as Minister of Public Works, Regional Planning, Urbanism and Habitat during the Transitional Government. He currently serves as the Principal Advisor to President Kabila, and is committed to the President's vision of change in the Congo. He is supportive of the Mwamba Family Foundation's cause and vision and has lended his full support.
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ika di Panzu, GM of SNELL (national electric co. in DRC)
Vika di Panzu is the GM of SNELL which is the national electric company in the Congo. He was the former CEO of SNELL. Mr. Panzu understands the importance of advancing the technology in Congo, and has worked to advance these possibilities. Without electricity there is no evolution of society. The local communities and the entire country have no hope of evolution without these advancements and Mr. Panzu is actively involved in providing these possibilities. He has lended his full support to the Mwamba Family Foundation and the foundation is looking forward to advancing together with Mr. Panzu.
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ake Mwangu Famba, Minister of Education in DRC
Minister Make Mwangu Famba is the Minister of Education for the DRC. He has been actively involved in the bettering and furtherance of education in the Congo. Minister Famba understands the vital importance of education, and has focused on the youth of the nation. At this time the Congo has found many venues for opportunities that can only be productive to the people if they have an education. The Minister has offered his full support to the Mwamba Family Foundation and believes strongly in its cause and vision.
Thérèsa Olenga Kalonda, Minister of Education for the Province of Kinshasa
Mrs. Thérèsa Olenga Kalonda is the Minister of Education for the Province of Kinshasa. She has a tremedous vision for Kinshasa as well as the entire country. She works avidly for better quality of education and has improved the lives of those around her. The Mwamba Family Foundation is proud to have her support, and has been inspired by her focused determination to provide a better education for the people of Kinshasa.
Puati Ngoma, Minister of Health and Social Affairs for the Province of Kinshasa
Mr. Puati Ngoma is the Minster of Health and Social Affairs for the Province of Kinshasa in the DRC. As Minister of Health he understands the value of a healthy community and the importance of providing accessible health care to the people of Kinshasa. He is working consistantly to provide this care, and has made great strides in improving this access. As the Minister of Social Affairs he is seeking to improve the economics of Kinshasa so that the people may be able to get jobs that will provide for them and their families. Although it is an upward battle he has forged many victories. He has lended his full support to the Mwamba Family Foundation, and has stated his full intent on working together with the foundation to improve the lives of those in his community.
Raphaël M
usampa Nseya
Raphaël Musampa Nseya is a Rector Of Université Libre Of Mbuji Mayi and a professor at the official University of Mbuji Mayi in Kasaï Oriental, which is the hometown to the Mwamba family. His son, Kiki Musampa is a famous soccer player in the European League. Mr. Musampa is a representative of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Congo. Mr. Musmpa has been personally involved in human rights, and holds strongs beliefs in the human right to freedom and education. He has also participated in many charities with the Catholic Church, and has contributed to many in education in Kasaï Oriental. Mr. Musampa is a close friend to the Mwamba family and has lended his support to the Mwamba Family Foundation.
Louis Lisafili Booto, CEO of Sofide
Louis Lisafili Booto is the CEO of Sofide which is a Financial Society of Development (Branch of World Bank). Mr. Booto has been involved in many charities throughout Africa, and has been working closely with financial institutions to better improve the lives of African citizens. Mr. Booto believes strongly in the importance of education, and fully supports the Mwamba Family Foundations cause to help to educate the children in the Congo.
Richard Kebeya, General Manager of the Commercial Bank of Congo
Richard Kebeya is the current General Manager of the Commercial Bank of Congo. Mr. Kebeya has helped in funding schools in remote areas throughout Congo such as Bukavu and Kasaï. He has also helped with food relief throughout the country. Mr. Kebeya has focused on remote areas in the Congo that are often forgotten, and has provided health clinics where needed. Health has been Mr. Kebeya's interest, and he has seen the opportunity to raise awareness about the health condition in the remote areas in Congo through the Mwamba Family Foundation. He has lended his full support to the Mwamba Family Foundation's cause and vision.
Kanku Gode is an advisor to the Minister of Finance. Mr. Gode is a very close friend to the Mwamba family. He is excited to be a part of the Mwamba Family Foundation, and recognizes the opportunity to make changes in the Congo and in Africa through such organizations. Mr. Gode is an advisor to the Mwamba Family Foundation, and is greatly knowledgeable about the vast number of needs througout the Congo. He has pledged his full support and advice to the Mwamba Family Foundation.
16. Kanku Gode, Advisor to Minister of Finance
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ric Adams, New York State Senator, 20th Senate District
On November 7, 2006, following a distinguished 22-year career in the New York City Police Department, Eric L. Adams traded his blue uniform for a blue suit when the residents of the 20th Senatorial District elected him to the New York State Senate. He was re-elected in 2008, receiving votes as a Democrat and as a member of the Working Families Party. Senator Adams represents one of the most vibrant and wonderfully diverse districts in all of New York, covering sections of the neighborhoods of Boro Park, Crown Heights, Flatbush, Park Slope, Prospect Heights, Sunset Park, and Windsor Terrace.
Supporters Athletic
1. Al Wilson, NFL
Al Wilson is a linebacker, and has played for the Denver Broncos, NFL. He was a team captain on the 1998 Tennessee team that won the National Championship and back to back SEC Titles. Wilson was named as an All American in 1998 after being a three year starter for the Volunteers. Wilson was drafted after his final year at Tennessee as the 31st pick in the first round of the 1999 NFL Drafts and signed to the Denver Broncos. Wilson, became the anchor of the Broncos' defense and has earned 5 Pro Bowl selections since 2001. Wilson is the spiritual leader both on and off the field. Al has been involved in helping children in his community through his own foundation, and is excited to lend his hand to the children of Africa through the Mwamba Family Foundation, and has offered his full support.
2. Gerard Warren, NFL
Gerard Warren is a defensive lineman for the New England Patriots, NFL. He was drafted out of the University of Florida with the third pick in the first round of the 2001 NFL draft by the Cleveland Browns. Gerard was an honor roll student all four years. Gerard has since been involved in making a difference in people's lives.
Champ Bailey is an American football cornerback for the Denver Broncos of the National Football League. Bailey was drafted in the 1st round (7th overall) of the 1999 NFL Draft by the Washington Redskins. He played college football at the University of Georgia. Bailey is 8th among Broncos in all-time interceptions. He has appeared in 10 Pro Bowls (the most for any cornerback in NFL history), and is widely regarded as one of the best pass defenders in football history.
3. Champ Bailey, NFL
D.J. Williams is a linebacker for the Denver Broncos, NFL. Williams attended the University of Miami and in his final year at Miami he blossomed into one of the best players in the country. Williams was selected by the Denver Broncos in the first round (17th overall) of the 2004 NFL Draft. Williams has emerged as one of the league's top linebackers. D.J. has offered his full support to the Mwamba Family Foundation.
4. D.J. Williams, NFL
5. Atari Bigby, NFL
Atari Bigby is a strong safety for the Seattle Seahawks, NFL. He was signed as an undrafted free agente out of the University of Central Florida. Atari is a Rastafarian who chose not to attend the University of Miami, because the school would have required him to cut his hair in conflict with his beliefs. Atari Bigby was born in Jamaica and moved to the U.S. at age 4. He was named by his grandmother, who liked the name Atari. "Atari" is a Japanese word meaning "attack". He was a member of the Green Bay Packers Super Bowl Champions of Super Bowl XXXII. Atari has been involved in his local community, and has offered his full support to the Mwamba Family Foundation.
Darcel McBath is an American football safety who is currently a free agent. He was drafted by the Denver Broncos in the second round of the 2009 NFL Draft. He played college football at Texas Tech. The Broncos selected McBath in the 2nd round (48th overall) of the 2009 NFL Draft.
6. Darcel McBath, NFL
Amobi Okoye is a Nigerian-American defensive tackle of American football for the Chicago Bears of the National Football League. He was drafted by the Houston Texans tenth overall in the 2007 NFL Draft. He played college football at Louisville. Okoye was born in Anambra State, Nigeria, a member of the Igbo ethnic group. He moved to Huntsville, Alabama in the United States when he was 12 years old. After only spending two weeks in middle school, he tested into the 9th grade. He first started playing football as a sophomore at Lee High School, knowing virtually nothing about the game before his high school coach suggested he go play Madden NFL football to learn. By the time he was a senior, he won first-team All-State honors as both a defensive lineman and offensive lineman. Amobi is a philanthropist whose foundation, The Amobi Okoye Foundation, reaches out to the youth of his native Nigeria.
7. Amobi Okoye, NFL
Franklin Nonyelu Okam is an American football defensive tackle for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He was drafted by the Houston Texans in the fifth round of the 2008 NFL Draft. He played college football at Texas. Okam is involved in philanthropy and has actively participated in charity work in Africa with the Amobi Okoye Foundation.
8. Frank Okam, NFL
James Ugochu Ihedigbo is an American football safety for the New England Patriots of the National Football League (NFL). He was signed by the New York Jets as an undrafted free agent in 2007. He played college football at Massachusetts. Ihedigbo founded the HOPE Africa Foundation in 2008 to help provide educational services for underprivileged communities in Africa. The foundation offers a wealth of assistance to these communities in the form of scholarships, mentoring, funding, and developmental projects.
9. James Ihedigbo, NFL
Connor Barwin is an American football linebacker for the Houston Texans of the National Football League. He was drafted by the Texans in the second round of the 2009 NFL Draft. He played college football at Cincinnati. Barwin was drafted by the Houston Texans in the second round of the 2009 NFL Draft.
10. Connor Barwin, NFL
11. Keyanta Dawson, NFL
Keyunta Dawson is an NFL player with the Indianapolis Colts. He was drafted in the seventh round of the 2007 NFL Draft. Collegiately, he was a defensive end for the Texas Tech Red Raiders. Dawson has extended his support to the Mwamba Family Foundation's cause and vision.
Joselio Hanson is a cornerback for the Philadelphia Eagles, NFL. Joselio has also played for the San Francisco 49ers. Joselio played college football for the Texas Tech Red Raiders. At Texas Tech, he majored in human development and family studies. Joselio has served at Children's Hospitals in Texas, and recognizes the importance of good health for children. Joselio has offered his full support to the Mwamba Family Foundation.
12. Joselio Hanson, NFL
Amon Gordan is a defensive lineman for the Kansas City Chiefs, NFL. He was originally drafted by the Cleveland Browns in the fourth round of the 2004 NFL draft. He played college football at Stanford University. Amon and has volunteered for different charities such as The Boys and Girls Club, and has been personally involved in making the life of others better.
13. Amon Gordon, NFL
Montrae Holland is an American football guard for the Dallas Cowboys, NFL. He was drafted by the New Orleans Saints in the fourth round of the 2003 NFL Draft. He played college football at Florida State. Holland has also played for the Denver Broncos. Montrae has a strong belief in the importance of good health. He has pledged his support to the Mwamba Family Foundation's cause and vision.
14. Montrae Holland, NFL
15.Brandon Marshall, NFL
Brandon Marshall is a wide receiver for the Miami Dolphins, NFL. He was selected by the Broncos out of the Universtiy of Central Florida, with the 119th overall pick in the fourth round of the 2006 NFL draft. Brandon has been involved in helping children in different areas in the USA. Brandon believes greatly in helping in any way or any where possible to provide education to children.
Manny Ramírez (born on February 19, 1983 in Houston, Texas) is an American football offensive lineman who played for Texas Tech, starting for four years on an offense that was in the top three in passing in NCAA Division-I Football for each of those years. He was selected by the Detroit Lions with the St. Louis Rams' pick (117th overall) in the fourth round of the 2007 NFL Draft.
16. Manny Ramirez, NFL
Daniel Loper is an offensive tackle for the Oakland Raiders, NFL. He was originally drafted by the Titans in the fifth round of the 2005 NFL Draft. He played college football at Texas Tech. Daniel has been active in his local community, and is supportive of the Mwamba Family Foundation's goal and vision.
17. Daniel Loper, NFL
18. Ian Gold, NFL
Ian Gold is a linebacker, and has played for the Denver Broncos, NFL. He was drafted as the ninth overall pick in the 2000 draft in the second round by the Denver Broncos. Ian played college football at the University of Michigan. Ian has traveled the world, and has been involved in many different philanthropic organizations, and is very knowledgeable about the importance of education throughout the world.
19. Dylan Gandy, NFL
Dylan Gandy is an offensive lineman for the Detroit Lions, NFL. Gandy was selected in the fourth round (129th overall) of the 2005 NFL Draft. He played college football at Texas Tech University. He was selected to the All-Big 12 honorable mention team by the coaches in the conference. Dylan has offered his full support to the Mwamba Family Foundation, and has a strong belief in the importance of education.
20. Chris Meyers, NFL
Chris Myers is an offensive lineman who has played for the Denver Broncos and is currently signed to the Houston Texans, NFL. Chris played college football at the University of Miami. Chris has played an active part in making the community around him better, and he realizes the importance of education.
21. Glen Pakulak, NFL
Glenn Pakulak is an punter for the Chicago Bears, NFL. He was originally signed by the Seattle Seahawks as an undrafted free agent in 2003. He played college football at Kentucky. In his senior year he led the conference and ranked third in the nation with an average of 45.6 per punt. Selected all American first team by The NFL Draft Report and CBS Sportsline, second team by College Football News and third team by the Associated press. Glen is inspired by the Mwamba Family Foundation.
22. George Foster, NFL
George Foster is an offensive tackle for the Detroit Lions, NFL. He was originally drafted by the Denver Broncos 20th overall in the 2003 NFL draft. He played college football at Georgia. George is a native of Macon, Georgia, and is involved in many off the field organizations such as the Special Olympics and special educational programs. He takes great pride in helping others reach their goals, and to become stronger individuals.
23. Nick Ferguson, NFL
Nick Ferguson was an American football safety in the National Football League. He was originally signed by the Cincinnati Bengals as an undrafted free agent in 1996. He played college football at Georgia Tech. Ferguson has also been a member of the Saskatchewan Roughriders, Rhein Fire, Winnipeg Blue Bombers, Chicago Bears, Buffalo Bills, New York Jets and Denver Broncos in his career. He has participated in and supported the Mwamba Family Foundation's past events.
Karl Paymah (born November 29, 1982 in Boston, Massachusetts) is an American football cornerback for the Houston Texans of the National Football League. He was drafted by the Denver Broncos in the third round of the 2005 NFL Draft. He played college football at Washington State. Paymah has also been a member of the Minnesota Vikings and San Francisco 49ers. He is an active supporter of the Mwamba Family Foundation.
24. Karl Paymah, NFL
25. Ashley Lelie, NFL
Ashley Lelie is a retired American football wide receiver.[1] He was drafted by the Denver Broncos 19th overall in the 2002 NFL Draft. He played college football at Hawaii. Lelie has also played for the Atlanta Falcons, San Francisco 49ers, Oakland Raiders and was briefly signed by the Kansas City Chiefs,
26. Willie Middlebrooks, NFL
Willie Middlebrooks is a cornerback out of the University of Minnesota, and was drafted in the first round of the 2001 NFL draft as the 24th overall pick. Willie played with the San Francisco 49ers and the Denver Broncos. Willie has been working closely with projects in his local community, and would like to tranfer his help to wherever it is needed. He has lended his full support to the Mwamba Family Foundation.
Cornell Green is an American football offensive tackle who is currently a free agent. He was signed by the Atlanta Falcons as an undrafted free agent in 1999. He played college football at the University of Central Florida. Green has also been a member of the New York Jets, Miami Dolphins, Denver Broncos, Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Oakland Raiders. During his first of two stints with the Buccaneers, he earned a Super Bowl ring in Super Bowl XXXVII.
27. Cornell Green, NFL
Nate Jackson is an American football tight end who is currently a free agent. He was signed by the San Francisco 49ers as an undrafted free agent in 2002. He played college football at Menlo. Jackson was then signed by the Denver Broncos for the 2003 NFL season. He spent the 2003-2008 seasons with the Broncos. He was converted from a wide receiver to a tight end before the 2005 NFL season.He also writes semi-frequently for Slate magazine's "Sports Nut" column and for Deadspin.
28. Nate Jackson, NFL
Rashaad Duncan is an American football defensive tackle who is currently a free agent. He was signed by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as an undrafted free agent in 2009. He played college football at Pittsburgh. He has also been a member of the Carolina Panthers, Buffalo Bills, Jacksonville Sharks, and Washington Redskins. Rashaad has participated in Mwamba Family Foundation events.
29. Rashaad Duncan, NFL
Walter Curry, Jr. is a gridiron football defensive tackle for the Omaha Nighthawks of the United Football League. He was signed by the Baltimore Ravens as an undrafted free agent in 2005. He played college football at Albany State University.Curry has also been a member of the San Francisco 49ers, Jacksonville Jaguars, San Jose SaberCats of the Arena League, Toronto Argonauts, and Edmonton Eskimos. Walter is also a philanthropist and gives back to the community through the Walter Curry Foundation.
30. Walter Curry, NFL
Antwon Burton is an American football defensive tackle for the Virginia Destroyers of the United Football League. He was signed by the Denver Broncos as an undrafted free agent in 2006. He played college football at Temple. Burton has also been a member of the Cincinnati Bengals, Kansas City Chiefs, St. Louis Rams, Carolina Panthers and Florida Tuskers.
31. Antwon Burton, NFL
Glenn Martínez is an American football wide receiver for the Houston Texans of the National Football League. He was signed by the Pittsburgh Steelers as an undrafted free agent in 2004. He played college football at Saginaw Valley State. Martínez has also played for the Detroit Lions and Denver Broncos. Glenn is an active supporter of the Mwamba Family Foundation and has participated in past events.
32. Glenn Martinez, NFL
33. Demetrin Veal, NFL
Demetrin Veal is a defensive lineman for the Tenessee Titans, NFL. He played college football at Tennesse. He was originally drafted by the Atlanta Falcons and has also played for the Denver Broncos. Demetrin has traveled all over the world and has spent a great deal of time in Brazil. Demetrin knows the importance of good health because of his travels. He has lended his support to the Mwamba Family Foundation.
34. Earl Cochran, NFL
Earl Cochran is a defensive end for the Houston Texans, NFL. He was signed by Green Bay Packers as an undrafted free agent in 2003. Earl earned All-SWAC honors in 2001 and 2002 at Alabama State, where he played college football. Earl has also participated in a number of different charitable events from San Diego, California, to Alabama. Earl is active in helping the younger generation to reach their goals in life.
35. P.J. Alexander, NFL
P.J. Alexander was an offensive lineman for the Denver Broncos, NFL. Alexander attended Lincoln High School in Tallahassee, Fla., where he was a team captain. He received his bachelor's degree in information studies from Syracuse University upon finishing his playing career. P.J. has been an active member in the communities where he has lived, and continues to give back.
36. Claude Harriott, NFL
Claude Harriot was a defensive end for the Detroit Lions, NFL. He was originally drafted by the Chicago Bears in the fifth round of the 2004 NFL draft. He played college football at the University of Pittsburgh. Claude was born in West Moreland, Jamaica, and has witnessed first hand poverty and despair. Claude is a very close friend to the Mwamba family, and has been a spiritual advisor to Patrice Majondo-Mwamba.
Lynn McGruder is a defensive lineman for the Seattle Seahawks, NFL. He played college football at the University of Oklahoma where he earned a Communications major. McGruder and Oklahoma wide receiver Mark Clayton assisted victims of a serious automobile mishap on a highway near school in the 2003 offseason. McGruder helped save a family of five when he pulled four of the victims through a door, then doused the fire with an extinguisher. "It was adrenaline," he said. "I was just put in that spot by God to help people. Anyone in my shoes would've reacted the same way." He received the Big 12 Sportsman of the Year Award in 2003 and was nominated for the Football Writers Association's Most Courageous Award. Lynn has lended his support to the Mwamba Family Foundation.
37. Lynn McGruder, NFL
38. Patrick Chukwurah, NFL
Patrick Chukwurah was a linebacker for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, NFL. Patrick played college football at the University of Wyoming. Patrick was drafted in the 5th round with the 26th pick of the 2001 NFL draft by the Minnesota Vikings. Patrick played with the Denver Broncos, and is currently on the roster of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Patrick is from Nigeria, and is excited about making a difference in Africa.
39 . Cedric Cobbs, NFL
Cedric Cobbs is a running back and was drafted by the New England Patriots in 2004, and has also played with the Denver Broncos. Cedric was a Heisman Trophy contender while playing for the University of Arkansas. In the December 1999 edition of ESPN Magazine he was featured as one of the rising stars of the new millennium. Cedric believes in a better world for everyone.
40. Jeremy Cain, NFL
Jeremy Cain was a linebacker, fullback and longsnapper for the Jacksonville Jaguars, NFL. He was originally signed by the Chicago Bears as a free agent in 2004. He played college football at the University of Massachusetts. Jeremy is excited to be a part of the Mwamba Family Foundation, and has extended his support to the vision of the foundation.
41. Sammie Parker, NFL
Sammie Parker was a wide receiver for the Kansas City Chiefs. He played college football at Oregon, and majored in ethnic studies. Sammie is a member of the Chiefs Rookie Club, a program that gives players an introduction into community service. Sammie continues to volunteer his service at various community events.
42. Chad Lucas, NFL
Chad Lucas was a wide receiver for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, NFL. He was originally signed by the Tennessee Titans as an undrafted free agent in 2004. He played college football at Alabama State. Chad has been very active in the community since his college years at Alabama State. Chad has a strong belief in the vision of the Mwamba Family Foundation.
43. Charlie Adams, NFL
Charlie Adams is a former American football wide receiver in the National Football League. Adams was signed as a college free agent in 2003 by the Denver Broncos. He beat out Jerry Rice for last Wideout position. Adams was signed in December 2006 by the Houston Texans.
44. David Terrell, NFL
David Terrell was a wide receiver and was selected as the eighth pick in the first round of the 2001 NFL draft by the Chicago Bears. David played college football the University of Michigan. David has been involved in numerous charities in the Chicago area, and has a strong belief in the importance of education.
45. Brandon Miree, NFL
Brandon Miree is a fullback, and has played with the Denver Broncos and the Green Bay Packers. Brandon played college football at the University of Alabama. Brandon's interests lie with being educated about the world by reading. Brandon believes in the power of the spoken word as well as the written word. He has lended his support to the Mwamba Family Foundation.
46. Corey Jackson, NFL
Corey Jackson is a defensive end, and has played for the Cleveland Browns and the Denver Broncos, NFL. Corey attended the University of Nevada. He is currently an entrepreneur at YTB Travel in the industry of leisure, travel and tourism. Corey has been actively involved in his local community in South Carolina, and has a special interest in helping the local kids. He has offered his full support to the Mwamba Family Foundation, and is excited about the cause of the foundation. He believes in the vision of the foundation and is proud to offer his support.
47. Wendell Hunter, NFL
Wendell Hunter is a linebacker, and has played for the Buffalo Bills, NFL. Wendell played college football at Cal. He has been involved in numerous alum activities for Cal, which has included many charitable events. Wendell continues to be active in philanthropy, and is always eager to lend a helping hand. He is excited to be a part of the Mwamba Family Foundation's cause and vision.
48. Larry Croom, NFL
Larry Croom is a running back, and has played for the Arizona Cardinals and the San Diego Chargers. Larry played college football for Arizona and then transfered to UNLV. He graduated with a degree in sociology. Larry is very excited to be a part of the vision of the Mwamba Family Foundation.
49. Aaron Hunt, CFL
Aaron Hunt was All American defensive end in his college years at Texas Tech University. He was drafted by the Denver Broncos in 2004. Aaron has a big heart, and has been an inspiration to many of his teamates. He continues to give to others in his hometown of Dennison, Texas. Aaron is currently playing in the CFL. He is in full support of the Mwamba Family Foundation.
50. Diamond Ferri, CFL
Diamond Ferri is an American and Canadian football linebacker who currently plays for the Montreal Alouettes of the Canadian Football League. He signed with the New York Giants as an undrafted free agent before the 2005 season and in December, joined the Atlanta Falcons. After being allocated by the Falcons, he played in NFL Europa. Ferri has participated in and supported events hosted by the Mwamba Family Foundation.
Kizito "Kiki" Musampa is a former Congolese-born but Dutch-national footballer who earned over 25 caps representing the Netherlands at the U20 and U21 level. After spending two seasons at the French club, he decided to move on to Spanish club Málaga CF where he played 94 games and scored a total of 22 goals in four seasons. Musampa then moved to Manchester City on loan, and was nicknamed "Chris", as a pun on the phrase 'Christmas Hamper'. In June 2005 Musampa signed to play for Manchester City for a second season. Musampa is an avid supporter of the Mwamba Family Foundation.
51. Kiki Musampa, FIFA
Supporters Coaches
Tommy Wiking, President of the International Federation of American Football
As IFAF President, Tommy Wiking orchestrates the international development and growth of the game of American football that has enticed 52 countries from five continents to become members of IFAF. Wiking is typical of a new generation of international American football fans whose enthusiasm was the catalyst for teams to spring up across the globe. Wiking, whose IFAF leadership is combined with a full time regular job as Chief Financial Officer of StayAt Hotels in Sweden, attended the first ever IFAF meeting when it was founded in 1998. He became President in 2006.
Tyrone Willingham, Former Head Coach of Stanford University
Tyrone Willingham is a former American football player and coach. He was the head coach at Stanford University (1995–2001), the University of Notre Dame (2002–2004), and the University of Washington (2005–2008), compiling a career college football record of 76–88–1. Willingham served as President on the American Football Coaches Association (AFCA) Board of Trustees in 2008. On July 18, 2010, at the age of 56, Tyrone Willingham announced he was retired from coaching. Mr. Willingham participated in the Mwamba Family Foundation's past events.
Patrick Knight, Basketball Coach for Lamar University
Patrick "Pat" Knight is an American college basketball coach for Lamar University. He became the coach of the Lamar Cardinals basketball team on April 5, 2011. He was previously the head coach of the Texas Tech Red Raiders men's basketball team until March 7, 2011. Prior to that, he served in other coaching, administrative and scouting capacities with United States Basketball League, International Basketball Association, NCAA, NBA, and CBA teams. Knight is the son of Basketball Hall of Fame member Bob Knight, and replaced his father as Texas Tech's 13th head coach on February 4, 2008.
Mike Leach, Former Texas Tech University Head Football Coach, and Author
Mike Leach is an announcer for CBS College Sports Network. For 10 years ending in 2009 he was head coach of the Texas Tech Red Raiders football team. Leach had a winning season every year during his tenure at Texas Tech. In August 2010, Leach joined CBS College Sports Network, where he is a football analyst working with play-by-play announcer Roger Twibell.
Bart Andrus, Offensive Coach for Tennessee Titans, NFL
Bart Andrus was the head coach of the NFL Europa team the Amsterdam Admirals where he has held that position from 2001 until 2007, when the NFL Europa ceased operations. He is currently and offensive coach for the Tennessee Titans, NFL. He served as head coach at Rocky Mountain College for one season in 1996. For this he received the 1999 the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) Coach of the Year Award. He was a member of the Titans coaching staff during Super Bowl XXXIV following the 1999 NFL season.Andrus changed the United States for Europe, when he took the position as offensive coordinator for the NFL Europa team Rhein Fire. Here he won his first World Bowl ring as an offensive coordianator. He was named NFL Europa League Coach of the Year and earned his second World Bowl ring as head coach with the Amsterdam Admirals in 2006. Coach Andrus understands the importance of education, and has lent his support to the Mwamba Family Foundation.
Dana Holgorsen, Head Football Coach West Virginia University
Dana Holgorsen is the head coach at West Virginia University. Holgorsen was a member of the coaching staff at Texas Tech from 2000-07, serving as the inside receivers coach from 2000-04, before being elevated to co-offensive coordinator in 2005 and offensive coordinator in 2006-07. During his time in Lubbock, his offenses increased the amount of yardage from 324.8 yards of total offense to 529.6, an increase of more than 200 yards per game. The Red Raiders were No. 7 nationally prior to Holgorsen becoming offensive coordinator and raised their yardage total to No. 4 in 2005, his first season directing the offense.
Bill Bedenbaugh, Offensive Line Coach West Virginia University
Bill Bedenbaugh is an offensive line coach for West Virginia University. He played football as a four-year starter at Iowa Wesleyan as a lineman for Mike Leach, who Bedenbaugh later worked for at Texas Tech.
Andre Patterson, NFL Coach
Andre Patterson is regarded as one of the better defensive line coaches in the NFL. Among the players he's worked are All-Pro John Randle and former Cal standout Duane Clemens. Patterson also has Bay Area ties, having played at Contra Costa Junior College before starring at Montana. He was the head coach Cal Poly-San Luis Obispo from 1994-96. He also was a defensive line coach for the Dallas Cowboys, Cleveland Browns, and the Denver Broncos. Having been a college football coach for many years, Andre realizes the importance of education.
Jeff Reinebold, Receiver Coach SMU
Jeff Reinebold is an American football coach. He is currently the wide receivers coach of the SMU Mustangs football team. In 1994, Reinbold moved to the expansion team the Las Vegas Posse. After the Posse folded, he stayed in the CFL, moving to the Edmonton Eskimos. After coaching the Rhein Fire of NFL Europe for one season, he returned to the CFL in 1997 and 1998 as head coach of the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. After two seasons and a 7–29 record he returned to NFL Europe as Special Teams Coach of the Amsterdam Admirals. Under Reinbold, the Admirals won the World Bowl XIII. Reinebold has served as NFL Europe's Senior Manager of International Player Development.
Kliff Kingsbury, Offensive Coordinator University of Houston
Klifford Kingsbury is an American Football Coach, serving as the current offensive coordinator for the University of Houston Cougar football team. Prior to his current role, Kingsbury was a Quarterback in the NFL and NFL Europe, winning a Super Bowl with the New England Patriots in a back-up role. He also played with the New York Jets. He was a record breaking college player at Texas Tech, and was the first Quarterback to play in the "Air Raid" offense under former coach Mike Leach.
Bennie Wylie, Strength and Conditioning Head Coach University of Texas
Texas native Bennie Wylie, the former head strength and conditioning coach at Tennessee and Texas Tech, joined the Longhorns staff in January 2011 as strength and conditioning head coach for football. Wylie comes to Texas from Tennessee where he spent one season as football head strength coach after serving the previous seven seasons at Texas Tech. The Mexia, Texas, native established himself as one of the top strength coaches in the country during his time in Lubbock. Wylie's last five seasons helped the Red Raiders produce a 46-18 overall record that was third-best in the Big 12, including an 11-2 season in 2008. Prior to his position at Texas Tech, Wylie was an assistant strength and conditioning coach with the Dallas Cowboys for four seasons, helping implement rehabilitation for injured players. In addition to working with the Cowboys, Wylie also spent the spring seasons heading the strength and conditioning program for the Dallas Desperados arena football team, a property of the Dallas Cowboys.
Kanavis McGhee, Defensive Line Coach at the University of Colorado
Kanavis McGhee is a former college football linebacker and National Football League defensive end. He is a former defensive linemen coach with the Amsterdam Admirals in NFL Europa. He is currently a defensive line coach at the University of Colorado-Boulder in Boulder, Colorado. Kanavis McGhee played college football at Colorado State. Kanavis was drafted in the second round of the 1991 NFL Draft (overall 55th), at 22, as a defensive end by the New York Giants, where he played for 3 seasons. After this he joined the Cincinnati Bengals as free agent before returning to his hometown to play with the Houston Oilers for the season of 1995.
Ruffin McNeill, Head Coach of Eastern Carolina University
Ruffin McNeill is the head football coach for the East Carolina Pirates. Before being named head coach, McNeill served the Texas Tech Red Raiders as an interim head coach, assistant head coach, special teams coordinator, and linebackers coach. In addition to coaching at the high school level and spending a summer as an intern with the Miami Dolphins under Jimmy Johnson, McNeill has coached 23 seasons at the college level, including seven seasons at Appalachian State, his first job as defensive coordinator.
Dennis Simmons, Receivers Coach East Carolina University
Dennis Simmons, who has enjoyed a continuous 11-year association with Pirate head coach Ruffin McNeill, is in his second season as East Carolina's outside receivers coach. His appointment, which was announced Feb. 2, 2010, completed a 10-year stay at Texas Tech which included two years on the Red Raiders' coaching staff. Simmons' previous responsibilities included scheduling, coordinating recruiting visits and spearheading the Texas Tech Football Camps. He also handled player personnel issues and ran the Texas Tech Football Outreach Program and community service initiatives.
Antonio Huffman, Director of Football Operations East Carolina University
Antonio Huffman is a cornerback that played college football at Texas Tech University. He graduated with a degree in Human Development and Family Studies. Antonio is now the Director of Football Operations at East Carolina University. Antonio has offered his support to the Mwamba Family Foundation, and looks forward to helping in any way that he can.
Brandon Jones, Offensive Line Coach East Carolina University
Brandon Jones, a former All-Big 12 Conference performer and Texas Tech offensive staff assistant, is in his second season as East Carolina's offensive line coach. Before accepting the appointment to join Ruffin McNeill's staff on Feb. 2, 2010, Jones served as Sam Houston (Texas) State's offensive line coach during the 2009 season. Jones blended a mix of veterans and newcomers during his initial season at East Carolina, using returning starters Willie Smith, Cory Dowless and D.J. Scott as anchors on a line which helped the Pirates establish themselves as one of the nation's top offensive units.
Jamie Thompson, Defensive Coach Oklahoma State
Jamie Thompson is a defensive coach for Oklahoma State. Thompson was a safety for the New York Jets, NFL. He played college football at Oklahoma State. Jamie also played for NFL Europa. He is active in his local community and is a leader on the football field. He is excited to lend his support to the Mwamba Family Foundation.
Steve Pincock, Head Football Athletic Trainer Texas Tech University
Steve Pincock is the Head Football Athletic Trainer with the Red Raider football program. Pincock came to Tech from BYU, where he was the head men's basketball, head baseball and assistant football athletic trainer for nine years. Pincock was the head athletic trainer and strength coach at Snow College (Ephriam, Utah) for three years before returning to BYU in 1993. Pincock graduated from Ricks College (Rexburg, Idaho) and from BYU in 1990. He was a three-time All- American power lifter at BYU. Additional experience includes an internship in the NFL with the New York Giants and the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta as a baseball athletic trainer. Steve has offered his support to the Mwamba Family Foundation's cause.
