The Tallahassee Quarterback Club has honored FAMU freshman quarterback Damien Fleming with its Jake Gaither Sportsmanship Award.Accompanied by his uncle, who drove from Jacksonville to attend the ceremony, Fleming thanked his teammates as he received the shiny trophy.
"I want to thank my lineman, because without them, none of this would be possible," he said, drawing a chorus of laughter from the audience.
FAMU Athletic Director Derek Horne and Head Football Coach Joe Taylor were both on hand to support Fleming.
"He's wise beyond his years," Taylor told the crowd. "With players like Damien, folks are saying the future is so bright at FAMU you need sunglasses."