North Carolina Central University Athletics

Named to All-Independent Team by Phil Steele’s 2010 College Football Preview magazine.

2009 - SOPHOMORE SEASON
    Played in 10 games, all as a starter. Tied for fourth on the squad with 19 receptions for 248 yards and 2 touchdowns. Caught a season-high 4 passes twice with 59 yards at Hampton (Sept. 5) and 51 yards at nationally-ranked Liberty (Sept. 12). Made 3 catches for 28 yards and a go-ahead touchdown grab at No. 9 Appalachian State (Oct. 10). Tallied 3 receptions for 26 yards, including a 13-yard touchdown, at Old Dominion (Nov. 7). Caught 2 passes for 59 yards with a long reception of 45 yards vs. Morehead State (Sept. 19).

2008 - REDSHIRT SEASON
    Starting tight end for the Eagles. Suffered season-ending injury early in the second game of the season at No. 8 James Madison (Sept. 6).

2007 - FRESHMAN SEASON
    Caught three passes for 61 yards, averaging 20.3 yards per reception. Recorded two catches for 57 yards, including a long of 41 yards, at Winston-Salem State (Nov. 10).

JOHN HOLMES HIGH SCHOOL
    Four-time All-Conference selection for both football and basketball. Three-time All-State football free safety. Basketball Team MVP both junior and senior seasons. Four-time Academic All-Conference honoree.

PERSONAL
    Born October 15, 1988 in Edenton, N.C. Parents are Earthan and Annette Ward. Business Management major at NCCU.