Wolfpack Athletes, Coaches React to George Floyd's Death
Protests have erupted all across the country in response to the death of George Floyd, an unarmed black man being arrested by white police officers in Minneapolis, Minn.
It's an event that has brought the subject of race relations in America out into the open and sparked a wide range of emotions -- from fear to sadness to outrage -- among people of all walks of life.
That includes NC State athletes and coaches, some of whom have taken to social media to express their feelings about the volatile situation.
Here's a sampling of what they had to say:
Basketball coach Kevin Keatts
— Kevin Keatts (@CoachKeattsNCSU) May 30, 2020
Football coach Dave Doeren
— Dave Doeren (@StateCoachD) May 30, 2020
Women's soccer star Tziarra King
I couldn’t stop myself from crying today. An accumulation of anger, sadness, and the feeling of hopelessness. Black people are not disposable. Our lives matter.
— Tziarra King (@tziarra) May 27, 2020
Wide receivers coach George McDonald
Just cause I'm smiling, doesnt mean I'm not crying inside.. #thingshave2change
— George McDonald (@CoachGMcDonald) May 29, 2020
Sophomore linebacker Payton Wilson
To all my brothers: I know my experience can’t be the same as yours, but My pain can be and should be. I will stand beside you.
— Payton Wilson (@payton_wilson21) May 30, 2020
Junior defensive back Tyler Baker-Williams
Realest thing I seen so far💯 https://t.co/az5Xx3Auhu
— Tyler Baker-Williams (@TylerBakerWill1) May 29, 2020
Junior football player Alim McNeill
A lot of people are showing their true colors and I’ve been passing out these unfollows and blocks like it’s candy. I will cut all ties and not care at all.
— Alim McNeill (@AlimMcneill) May 29, 2020
Junior linebacker Isaiah Moore
#AhmaudArbery #BreonnaTaylor #GeorgeFloyd 🙏🏾
— Isaiah Moore (@_zaynlm) May 29, 2020
Junior defensive back Tanner Ingle
After this I’m off social media ✌🏽 https://t.co/BbObzRr5f6
— Tanner Ingle (@TannerIngle) May 29, 2020
Strength and conditioning coach Dantonio "Thunder" Burnette
As a Leader of young men, it is sickening to see the injustice that continues to happen in the US. Until we as people unite & stand firm against this divisive mindset, we will never grow as a human race. The 1st step is to admit that it does happen & then work to BE the change. pic.twitter.com/5EbWBVVH2q
— Dantonio Burnette (@CoachThunder_45) May 30, 2020
Running backs coach Kurt Roper
I feel anger, sadness, & frustration that racism is still so rampant in our country. I can’t believe there are people that have fear and hate in their hearts because of someone’s skin color. We must help create change. Hoping that is goes away isn’t working.
— Kurt Roper (@CoachKurtRoper) May 30, 2020
Women's basketball coach Wes Moore
While I believe we live in a great country, it’s obvious that we still have a long ways to go #georgefloyd Unfortunately, there will always be ignorant and heartless people in the world. It’s up to the rest of us to keep caring and keep changing hearts, one relationship at a time
— Wes Moore (@WolfpackWes) May 28, 2020
Former basketball player Torin Dorn
Women's basketball player Kayla Jones
Gymnast Alliah Harrison
Sophomore linebacker Drake Thomas
Junior wide receiver Thayer Thomas
What has happened in our country in recent times is heartbreaking. My brother and I stand with YOU. We can not let racism and harmful stereotypes continue to lead to injustice. When I see the love between my brothers on our team it gives me hope that we can change. God Bless 🙏🏻 https://t.co/5uzTxyJ6Jz
— Thayer Thomas (@thayerthomas1) June 1, 2020
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