"Resilient Journey: FAMU Coach Willie Simmons Leads Rattlers to HBCU National Title in Celebration Bowl"
Florida A&M University head coach Willie Simmons overcame a series of challenges, including a self-imposed postseason ban, a pandemic, academic eligibility issues, and controversy, to lead the Rattlers to their first Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) championship and a berth in the Cricket Celebration Bowl. Under Simmons' leadership, the team achieved its first 10-win season since 1999 and is heading into the Celebration Bowl with a strong record. Despite facing adversity, Simmons remained calm and steady, earning recognition and silencing critics. The players have embraced the mindset of chasing goals and are hungry for more success.