Black College Football Hall of Fame enshrines new class

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CANTON, OH- The Black College Football Hall of Fame had some new members added to museum inside the Pro Football Hall of Fame, seven to be exact etching their way into history.

The unveiling took place right before the Black College Football Hall of Fame game as many family members, fans, media and Hall personnel filled the room of 90+ plaques.

 Members enshrined in 2024 class are:

Joe "747" Adams - Quarterback - Tennessee State University - 1977-1980

Antoine Bethea - Defensive Back - Howard University - 2002-2005

Waymond Bryant - Linebacker - Tennessee State University - 1970-1973

Kevin Dent - Defensive Back - Jackson State 1985-1988

Richard Huntley - Running back - Winston Salem State - 1992-1995

Lemar Parrish - Defensive Back - Lincoln University of Missouri - 1966-1969

Edward Hurt - Head Coach - Morgan State University - 1929-1959

Complete Bio's of each of the newest enshrinees' here.

There were no speeches given although many in attendance were able to get some photos and autographs from each of the enshrinees.

Ohsfbmedia.com did have a chance to talk to Antoine Bethea, he had this to say about his addition to the museum.

"It means a lot you know like you said, it's Black College Football Hall of Fame anytime you can get inducted to any hall of fame that speaks volumes," Bethea said. 

To note the selection committee is made up of 9 members comprised of journalists, commentators and historians.