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Fayette’s Royale Shelvy grabbed 188 receiving yards for Mississippi Gulf Coast CC
Fayette native Royale Shelvy showcased his talent with 188 receiving yards for Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College, contributing to a 41-34 win over Jones College. His performance solidified the Bulldogs’ position as the No. 2 team nationally.
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VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) —
Fayette native Royale Shelvy delivered a dominant performance for Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College last week, helping the Bulldogs earn a 41-34 victory over Jones College.
Shelvy caught six passes for 188 yards and a touchdown in the win. His biggest play came on a screen pass that he turned into a 90-yard touchdown.
Shelvy’s performance helped Mississippi Gulf Coast continue its strong season, with the Bulldogs currently ranked No. 2 nationally.
A Jefferson County High School graduate, Shelvy was a standout dual-threat quarterback during his prep career. As a senior, he completed 107 of 194 passes for 1,873 yards and 16 touchdowns. He also rushed 138 times for 1,652 yards and 21 touchdowns.
Shelvy’s senior season earned him first-team Class 3A All-State honors from the Mississippi Association of Coaches. He was also selected to play in the Bernard Blackwell North/South All-Star Game.
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