Starkville SteelDogs add Talent

 Starkville,MS-Mr. Stefan Branham has officially signed with the 2017 playoff contender Starkville Steeldogs, he brings a ton of experience and talent that will help the Steeldogs become a major player during the upcoming 2018 GDFL season. Stefan has been one of the top running backs in the state of Colorado for the last 6 years and now he brings his athleticism to Starkville, Mississippi. Stefan Juice Branham played for the Colorado Raptors who recorded his career stats. 

2012 Colorado Veterans: 215 Carries, 1,275 All-Purpose Yards, 17 Touchdowns.

 2013-2017 Colorado Raptors: 617 Carries, 7,262 All-Purpose Yards, 68 Touchdowns. 

 2012 rookie of the year award 

2013 & 2014 league mvp award

 2015 league offensive player of the year

 2015 &2016 league Running Back award 

2017 league man of the year award  

5X colorado all-star

Career Moments: 2017 (9-0) Foothills Divisional Champion.  Stefan last game with the Colorado Raptors he played against one of the top defenses in the nation having 136 All-Purpose Yards and 2 Touchdowns but falling short in the championship game against the Colorado Greyhawks the #2 team in the Nation behind the Oklahoma Thunder the #1 team in the nation the GDFL back to back champions . 

Stefan is bringing his talent to the  Starkville, Mississippi to be a part of the Starkville SteelDogs a top 10 team in the GDFL and one of the best and aggressive defenses in the league only giving up 8.25 points a game in the regular season.Stefan AKA (Mr.Juice) will be a part of a clutch offense and special teams. 

" Its a honor to be playing football with the Starkville Steeldogs this year and to be able to represent the state of Mississippi. This year I want to come in and contribute to my teammates and go win a championship and bring it back to the state of Mississippi. I plan on laying everything on the line this year for my team . I welcome the challenge this year on improving myself but not just myself but improving the team giving us a better chance to bring back the division title and GDFL National Championship title to the Great Sate of Mississippi".Said Stefan Branham.

“The signing of Stefan Branham is a big step in establishing a strong foundation for our football program,” said Owner Jimmy Williams SR. “Stefan Branham is a young talented and explosive RB, that has played at a high level. We are thrilled to have him be a part of the Mississippi team." 

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