Outta the Muck makes its broadcast debut on Independent Lens at 10 p.m. I can't think of anything better that has ever happened to this town.". Proclaiming Pahokee the "best defense in Palm Beach County - probably in Florida," Holmes, the Post's defensive player of the year, wants Hawthorne again, hoping to avenge last year's 51-12 . Hawthorne defeated Pahokee 21-20 in the Class 1R region football final last Friday night, but there was an on-field altercation between players from both programs, as well as spectators from. Also, to not underestimate towns like Pahokee. Alumni include Jackson, Andre Waters of the Philadelphia Eagles, two in the Canadian Football League and at least 27 on college rosters around the country. The average household size was 3.35 and the average family size was 3.79. (The win against the New Jersey team that originally brought the filmmakers to town was also forfeited. On December 18, 2009, Damien Cave, Miami Bureau Chief of the New York Times, wrote an article describing Pahokee's economic plight and the town's hopes that a new marina project might help rejuvenate business. Asking people for money just so we can go down there and shoot. They completely disagreed it was almost like they got set up," Suchak said. Butler paused. He doesnt party and do any of that stuff. You see the price of eggs, and [if] you go down to Pahokee, you see chickens running wild in the street. Then you understand that its a slave-type mentality. To help you get your British TV fix on, we've narrowed down the best British shows on Hulu right now, perfect to accompany your afternoon tea. Ira reached out to Suchakwho runs. But there was money coming through there, and then migrant workers were no longer as involved because [farms] went from using labor to using machines. They talk about suffering, and this is back in the 70s when he [Reynolds] did White Lightning, Gator, and The Longest Yard. Theyre rich in the land growing their own fruits and vegetables, fishing from that lake. Then they had an AIDS epidemic. But there was money coming through there, and then migrant workers were no longer as involved because [farms] went from using labor to using machines. We worked on a film called The Throwaways that we released in 2014. I didnt want to just go in there and start filming. Gray's mother was not harmed. Today he revealed he's taking his skills to Georgetown University in Washington, DC. "He made sure education was the center of our attention growing up and that it would be life-changing for us" she said. [24] There has been a significant move towards regeneration with the re-opening of the Pahokee Marina Tiki Bar and Restaurant now known as 'Pahokee Mo's' and new Dollar General store. Wile E. Coyote got the Road Runner. NFL . One of the most influential figures in Pahokee football history, Donald Thompson died on Monday. They eat healthily because they got mango. Milton, a fifth-year senior from Pahokee, took over the Vols quarterback duties after Hendon Hooker's season, and Heisman hopes, ended in late November when he tore the ACL in his left knee. Another piece of the never-finished puzzle was gently fitted. They got everything. Pahokee is located at 264929N 803935W / 26.82472N 80.65972W / 26.82472; -80.65972 (26.824717, 80.659660).[38]. The loss to South Carolina also ended any hopes of Tennessee (10-2) earning a spot in the College Football Playoffs. Logos were compiled by the amazing SportsLogos.net. Top Players in the NFL; Anquan Boldin Pahokee (FL) Pahokee 6-2 / 205 / PRO . Chris (1976's Carrie). People heard my cry and instead of me doing something detrimental and not productive, I got together with Bhawin and we used his people, his young people, to help produce it, McKinley told us. That was written by Bryan Mealer, 10 years ago. All rights reserved. Pahokee High School is best known for its football program that consistently ranks among the state's best. And obviously, with the documentary, nothings scripted, right? Suchak: I think there are so many different messages, but I think one that I really hope people see is that these small rural communities have really been one of the threads of the tapestry of this country. With less than 6,000 residents, the rural city has produced numerous football players who went on to play in the NFL, including Anquan Boldin Sr., Janoris Jenkins, and Rickey Jackson. Pahokee, together with nearby rival Belle Glade, with whom it competes each year in the "Muck Bowl", has "sent at least 60 players to the National Football League ". The sugar mills use these people and dont give them the best wages, but they give them enough wages that theyre better off than the rest of the population. Having learned from that collaboration, theyve followed up with a doc that also has deeply personal meaning to Ira. Ira: Bhawin has another organization hes running, Im trying to do my own thing, and we dont have the resources. Pahokee is a place where people care about each other. Be more independent. The match is available on ESPN+, however, which is ESPNs online streaming service, and which is the only place youll be able to watch the India vs Australia live stream online. You havent seen the stories of the people that remain, you see stories of people that leave. "What's so incredible about this place, it's literally 40 miles west of West Palm and it's a completely different environment. ESPN+ will be providing online coverage of the India vs Australia cricket match, and the monthly subscription is worth considering if youd like to get your eyes on more cricket matches, or more sports in general. THE NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUES RICHEST SOIL ON EARTH. I went and researched. Credit: Maya Suchak / Football Team lined up, Credit: Maya Suchak / Directors Bhawin Suchak and Ira Mckinley, Credit: Maya Suchak / Willie Dean and his Family, Josh Johnson heads to therapy in new comedy special Up Here Killing Myself, The Big Paybacks Erika Alexander and Whitney Dow on reparations in America. Bridgett Dean, McKinleys niece, a mother of four, earns her nursing degree at age 55. Very big.". He did not enroll at the university after being declared academically ineligible. I was at first reluctant because it just takes so much work. What are the messages you want people to take away from this film? His mom, Shaneka Lunford, is a teacher at Pahokee. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Thompson coached the Blue Devils from 1984-92, leading the small Palm Beach County team . Over the decades hundreds of players have left the 33476 zip. View pregame, in-game and post-game details from the Okeechobee (FL) @ Pahokee (FL) non-conference girls flag football game on Thu, 3/2/2023. The median age was 26 years. Scuba Certification; Private Scuba Lessons; Scuba Refresher for Certified Divers; Try Scuba Diving; Enriched Air Diver (Nitrox) Question, Comment, Feedback, or Correction? Hispanic or Latino of any race were 29.46% of the population. Despite the poverty and violence, 'The Muck' has forged over 40 NFL players. Others, like Bridgetts son, Jarvis Byrd, come back to coach football to the next generation. "The streets are noisy and crowded; bars, restaurants and gambling places are never closed. So I want to help, and feel like Im being shut out even though I have support. Ira McKinley: The book Muck City. [12] Hurricane Wilma, in 2005, destroyed a newly built marina. Pahokee edge rusher DeeJay Holmes made an official visit to UCF this past weekend. The film travels into the locker room to capture a speech from Alvin Dean, McKinley's nephew and Bridgett's brother, who says growing up football was all he had. Alphonso Smith has been removed from his position as head coach of the Pahokee High School football team following allegations of inappropriate conduct, according to the Palm . Thats when my family came up north [as migrant farmworkers]. Growing up in a dope house, Dean said he knew the sport was his "ticket" to changing his life. The per capita income for the city was $10,346. She said she challenges him to be a good student, just like her dad did. Do you have a blog? PAHOKEE, Fla. Three men have been charged in the shooting death of a man in Pahokee in November on Tuesday. "[13], In 1963, with access to Cuban sugar restricted, a sugar plant was built, and agriculture shifted to the mechanized crop of sugar cane. When I came back, he was grown [with] kids. People would ask, Oh, its footballarent you talking about how dangerous it is? Thats part of it, but I want to show theres also a level of love and community and camaraderie here that is so critical to the life of these young men. 1 overall player in Palm Beach County - Pahokee 2023 defensive end and Lou Groza Player of the Year Deejay Holmes - signed with Ole Miss on Feb. 1, 2023. My niece, whom we featured in there, her son was just a baby when I left. But [theres] red tape with the political stuff because they dont want us to bring this down there for peoples benefit. Pahokee exemplifies what it looks like for a community to look out for each other and build community because thats what they have. 2023 Independent Television Service (ITVS). 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People [in Pahokee] would say, How are they not teaching this in our own schools? Theyre like, Wow, we live in this incredible historic town but some of that is even obscured from us. Thats what Ira was talking about. Find out more. If you are not receiving newsletters, please check your spam folder. Ira: We are trying to do a workshop right now for youth media [in Pahokee], and the pushback we get on trying to do it is crazy. About Us; Staff; Camps; Scuba. Mckinley: The connection to football. Alvin would say, when he was going to high school, We had a theater program. I spent some weeks with the fam. ". Its like a catchphrase. Use without license or authorization is expressly prohibited. "We had to raise money to keep going back and forth," said McKinley, who moved from New York to Pahokee for a stint after filming began. This is not my place as an outsider. I spent some weeks with the fam. "I'm. She can be reached via email at esmarr@gannett.com. Johnson was a four-star football recruit who signed with Florida State University in February 2010. "Very excited to join the Berkeley family," said Lodge after the announcement. Volunteer Roster last updated on Feb 10, 2023 @ 5:34pm (GMT) Print Roster Correction All-Time Roster Pahokee football player heading to Georgetown University. This helps the offenders better integrate into society and not be a burden or commit further crimes in order to survive after serving their time mandated by the state and being released with little or no assistance from the Department of Corrections. Football is big. The stories of Black communities and the historical context they have come up through and how history has impacted the present times, I think, are really woven into this in a beautiful way. Enrollment: 375 (2015). When everyones telling each other how much they love each other, they really mean it. The Cricket Test Series continues today, as India takes on Australia at 11pm ET. You couldnt do anything. Then they had an AIDS epidemic. The result is an 80-minute documentary, Outta the Muck, that is making rounds on the independent film circuit and is airing on local PBS stations during Black History Month. We feel PBS supporting these types of films with this history and community culture from the perspective of the actual people are so important, because not everyone responds to a straight historical documentary. ), More on that Pahokee title loss:Dave George: State ruling doesnt erase Pahokees memorable season. They fish like Bhawin was saying. "It don't seem through speaking about it that it means so much," Butler said. We, Yahoo, are part of the Yahoo family of brands. And as a reminder Hulu is part of the Disney Bundle, which is a way you can get the basic Hulu subscription, Disney+, and ESPN+ for just $14 a month, which is a stellar deal. Pahokee, with 904 students, has won four of the last five state titles in its class. All rights reserved. PAHOKEE -- As he began his first day back at school Monday morning as coach of a state-championship football team, Don Thompson quickly exited an administration-building door at Pahokee Junior-Senior High School and tried desperately to get to his third-period gym class. So I never actually lived in Pahokee. The book had my cousin in it. If it wasnt for Pahokee, there wouldnt be no me. Ira McKinley, whose family hails from Pahokee, is a formerly incarcerated activist-turned-filmmaker who first connected with filmmaker Bhawin Suchak for the powerful, personal film The Throwaways, in Albany, New York. When wed be filming, things would come back to me with dj vu about a place. PAHOKEE, Fla. . Pahokee, FL. Very big." The Blue Devils got close in 1976, with a team that included New Orleans Saints All . Polyethylene Film / PE Sheet I used to go there two times a year but never lived in that type of setting. McKinley and Suchak spoke over Zoom to tell us why this story has resonance for Americans far beyond the Muck.. The film loosely follows what appears to be a magical season for the Blue Devils, but also spends considerable time off the field and in peoples homes. I wanted to make sure I had peoples trust and a level of understanding of what we were trying to do. Led Pahokee with 92 tackles (25.5 loss) and 19.5 sacks. Or write about sports? It just doesnt look like it looks in a more mainstream area that has a lot of resources. Thats when my family came up north [as migrant farmworkers]. He fulfilled his sailing dream last summer by cruising around the Abaco Islands. But Pahokee lost in the state semifinals the past three years, twice to Avon Park and once to Wildwood. From Podcast to Doc: Erika Alexander and Whitney Dow on Their Reparation Collaboration, a formerly incarcerated activist-turned-filmmaker who first connected with filmmaker, , in Albany, New York. You learn how to become self-determined. You realize that even though they dont have much, they have a lot. 2023 EDGE DeeJay Holmes commits to Ole Miss over Colorado and UCF. Pahokee. [11], As a result, it is one of two Palm Beach County citiesthe other is South Bayon a list of 13 Florida municipalities in "a state of financial emergency."[when?] Football is the story Pahokee loves to tell about itself. They got avocados [and] bananas. Pahokee football player slain By Maria Herrera and Jerome Burdi and Stacy Hicklin Staff Writers South Florida Sun-Sentinel Sep 28, 2008 at 12:00 am Belle Glade Pahokee High football. I still got family membersmy bloodline starts there. Headed by Bridgett and Alvin, the Deans count seven generations of family with roots growing deep in Pahokees rich soil. You see in the film these scenes of cookouts and gatherings. The population density was 1,109.4 inhabitants per square mile (428.3/km2). I had to take myself back to that time. For a coach taking over a team that went 2-4 last season and lost to its archrival by 38 points . Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. Snake River 0-0 11 5. Find out more about how we use your information in our privacy policy and cookie policy. But how does it actually play out? At an early age, future Pro Football Hall of Famer RICKEY JACKSON recognized he needed to chart a path away from the predominant occupations in Pahokee, Florida: chopping cane, picking corn in the fields or working in the produce packing plant. [10] Local residents refer to Pahokee as "The Muck", which signifies the mineral-rich dark soil in which sugar cane, citrus fruits, and corn are grown by agribusinesses. The racial makeup of the student body is 69% black, 29% Hispanic, 2% white. Its really important for us that this film gets out there because people need to know about Pahokee. in nearby Belle Glade]all of itand I said, This is an incredible story. It was going down [to Pahokee] and meeting Iras family that sold me. The Disney Bundle includes monthly subscriptions to Disney+ and Hulu, in addition to ESPN+, and starts at $13 per month. There were 1,936 housing units at an average density of 358.9 per square mile (138.6/km2). Governor Rick Scott also pledged $1.3 million towards the restoration of Pahokee's infrastructure in late 2014. 99% of the students are from low-income families. Filmmaker Ira Mckinley sets out to paint his hometown of Pahokee in a new light with the upcoming documentary Outta the Muck. They tried to bring cameras and production equipment to teach students how to archive footage but became tangled in governmental red tape. Thats why Im here. His familys incredible. That's a place I grew up and I never took pride in my community, but now I have that pride,' " Suchak said of the response to the film, which won the Soul of Southern Film Award at the Indie Memphis Film Festival. For every 100 females, there were 104.2 males. To me it was the Garden of Eden. Pahokee shop teacher Bert Ward said that was how defensive back Mike James, the hero of the Blue Devils' Saturday victory with two interceptions and a punt return that set up three fourth-quarter touchdowns, developed his flash. When wed be filming, things would come back to me with dj vu about a place. You came out of the muck, and the level of pride and resilience and fortitude that [was] built in those people who suffered all these different tragedies, but still are so proud and joyous, and have so much collaboration in just the most basic survival skills of going fishing and hunting and sharing resources. Take class of 2019 Pahokee (Fla.) High running back Ja'Tarie Washington. With a 28-yard scoring scamper from Benjamin, the Blue Devils trimmed the Hornets' lead to 21-12 after a failed two-point conversion with 10:12 left to play. Its just not what were used to, growing up in the big cities. The 63-bed general hospital, financially nonviable, closed in 1998 after years of contention, a change from public to private ownership, and three lawsuits. Cricket is a bit of an obscure sport in the United State, but you can count on the leader in sports, ESPN, to provide coverage of the match. There have been a lot of films, TV shows, and spots done about Pahokee that just hyperfocuses on poverty and the violence and all these aspects of the community. At the request of Johnson's family, the sheriff's office previously had declined to identify Johnson, in accordance with a state amendment that allows crime victims or their families to withhold victims' identities from public documents. He is a film nerd, cartoonist, classic film poster collector, wannabe screenwriter, and owner of/owned by cats. More: Three people shot, wounded during 'huge' block party in Pahokee after Muck Bowl, More: Man shot in Pahokee after annual Muck Bowl football game dies, sheriff's office says. Witnesses reported the shots were fired from a passing vehicle. This article originally appeared on Palm Beach Post: Ex-Pahokee athlete identified as victim of fatal Muck Bowl party shooting, Former FSU recruit was a top athlete in football, track and field, Gunfire erupts at large gathering after Pahokee football Muck Bowl victory, Three people shot, wounded during 'huge' block party in Pahokee after Muck Bowl, Man shot in Pahokee after annual Muck Bowl football game dies, sheriff's office says, Ex-Pahokee athlete identified as victim of fatal Muck Bowl party shooting. Thats the reason why these people do that. Twice as big. Has it hit you that the world will soon see this film? Todd Wilson 6:28 PM, Feb 01, 2023 . Were coming down using our money to try to build and help them, but theyre so beat up by whats been going on. Looking west down one of Pahokee's few main streets, he was probably able to make out the Lake Okeechobee dike that loomed over City Hall and the firehouse, giving Pahokee the feel of a Colorado mining town butted up against the mountains. I wasnt born in Pahokee, but my mother and father met there. As a matter of fact, in some ways, I think the biggest misconception is people dont understand how tight and connected the community is and how people really look out for each other. Pahokee is a city located on the shore of Lake Okeechobee in Palm Beach County, Florida, United States. Victoria Lewis They had a crack epidemic. I didnt want to just go in there and start filming. Our No. But if you dont play football, what else are you going to do? Pahokee High School also known as Pahokee Junior Senior High School is a historic school in Pahokee Florida. In April, Jim-Travis Gray was shot and killed in roughly the same area as the Nov. 6 shooting. Please provide a valid email address to continue. Please see our Contributors and Sources page for data source details. Click Manage settings for more information and to manage your choices. Investigators have not commented on events leading to the shooting. Digital Trends Media Group may earn a commission when you buy through links on our sites. Saints49ers (1981-1995) NFL Hall of Fame 2010. So I never actually lived in Pahokee. This was in September in Florida. Pahokee football player heading to Georgetown University, Buc-ees to open third location in Florida, Kodak Black learns hell get drug treatment program, then gets Jolly Rancher, Hobe Sound surfer describes bloody mess after being bitten by shark, Missing Port St. Lucie man, 73, found safe on I-95 in Martin County, 3 men arrested in fatal shooting in November, Agents work to combat uptick in migrant smuggling, PBSO: Man arrested in fatal shooting during family gathering, DeSantis launches new book, ratcheting up 2024 speculation. It wasnt told in the story, but when you research it, you see that Burt Reynolds talked about it [the muck]. Me and Bhawin were filming them. Bhawin, you spent so much time meeting the people of Pahokee. During his first year as coach at Seminole, the team secured an undefeated season and a state championship title. Home. I hope it sparks that for people that see the film. We had a media club. But Alvin did that with so much care for these young men, not judging them and not casting them away. Thats why you see all those just trying to bring resources. Horror movies have been known to present the very worst in humanity, but there are certain characters in the genre who audiences love to hate. Thats the significance of the story. is about his family in Pahokee and Black achievement in an area beset by hurricane disasters, poverty, and personal trauma. We had to share our air miles, and my sister works for Enterprise, and Bridgett cooked food for us, and we really cobbled it together: the GoFundMe, plus Sam [Pollard] gave us some money, and that was it. Through intimate stories of love and despair, Outta the Muck depicts a new perspective on Pahokee, a city built on Black achievement, resilience, and appreciation for its community. These are the barriers weve got to break down. That they need to really stay connected with their own family history. 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Despite out playing the Indians badly, Pahokee led just 16-12 at halftime after it got stunned by a blocked punt with 15 seconds left. Note: This interview has been edited for length and clarity. You know, people are poor, they dont care, [and] theyre just surviving and struggling. They take anybody in. RavensPatriots (1982) . Thats what started it all. James, who was a member of the NFL's all-decade team for the 2000s, finished his career with 3,028 carries for 12,246 yards and 80 TDs. People heard my cry and instead of me doing something detrimental and not productive, I got together with Bhawin and we used his people, his young people, to help produce it, McKinley told us. Ever since, Thompson longed for a championship. Ira: When I first came down there before Bhawin did, I had a chance to tour it and reconnect because I hadnt been there for 35 years. Thats South Florida, bro. But more importantly, taught him about being a man, being accountable, and doing it with love. 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