Wednesday, September 2, 2015

Fayetteville State RB Andre Montgomery harnesses intensity to become leader

FAYETTEVILLE, North Carolina -- Running back Andre Montgomery came to Fayetteville State with his hungry edge and dauntless work ethic already in place.

All of that came years ago from the early mornings he spent working with his father, former Goldsboro High School and East Carolina football player Gregory Montgomery.

From pounding out 40-yard sprints, to footwork drills, to practicing how to catch and carry the ball, Gregory made sure his son was going to know how to not only play the position, but also how to work.
Heading into his senior season with the Broncos as their featured back and off-field leader, Montgomery credits his success to the competitive fires that were lit back then.

But he also acknowledges the importance of learning how to dial them back.

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