Aug. 6, 2006

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - As the prospects for the 2006 Florida A&M Football team descend upon the campus here in Tallahassee for the beginning of training camp on Monday, August 7, here is the overall mission statement for the program, as authored by head coach Rubin Carter:

FLORIDA A&M RATTLER FOOTBALL MISSION STATEMENT

1. We will create an environment to mentor young men while developing the student athlete's skills to be competitive in today's society.

2. Relentlessly pursue the MEAC Championship, while always embracing the highest ideals of intercollegiate athletics and staying within the academic mission of the university.

3. Embrace and establish relationships with coaches, leaders and business throughout the community.

4. Maintain a highly successful program in compliance with university and NCAA guidelines.

5. Commitment to excellence while striving to develop leaders based on honesty, integrity and strength of character.