Earthan Ward Class: Junior Hometown: Edenton, NC High School: John Holmes Height / Weight: 6-4 / 218 Position: TE Birthdate: 10/15/1988 Major: Business Management

2008 - SOPHOMORE SEASON: Starting tight end for the Eagles. Suffered season-ending injury early in the second game of the season at #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.