“And …” Message Hit Home With Virginia Football Commit Josh Rawlings

Of all of the University of Virginia football program’s guiding principles, one particularly resonated with Josh Rawlings when was on his official visit in Charlottesville earlier this month.

“A big thing [Virginia head coach Bronco Mendenhall] pushed was being able to have football and education,” Rawlings said. “There was a sign that read, ‘And …,’ and that spoke to me because some people want to limit athletes. There, you’re not just an athlete. You’re an athlete and a student. I loved that saying. Football is not going to be who I am.”

Rawlings’ player host, Terrell Jana, reiterated Virginia’s commitment to excellence on and off the field.

“He said it’s not always about football at Virginia,” Rawlings recalled. “The coaches are pushing the players to get out in the community and contribute, to support the community. He played the piano as well. I play a few instruments myself.”

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