- April 18, 2024
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Raised by a father who was a multisport athlete, Flagler Palm Coast’s Marcel Williams began playing football at a young age.
Growing up in the house with seven siblings, Williams learned the importance of God, family and education. As a kid, he came to understand that his older brother, Darrell Williams Jr., was handicapped.
“Since he can’t walk or play football, I try to go out and play for him,” Marcel Williams said.
As he continued to grow and get better as a football player, Williams’ relationship with his brother has also developed.
“Every time he gets homes from a game, he (Darrell Jr.) always asks him (Marcel) how he did on the field,” Darrell Sr. said. “He always tells him that he’s going to have to straighten him out on the field, if he doesn’t’ get it done. That’s Marcel’s motivation.”
Williams says that he plays as hard as he can for his brother, because his brother often tells him that he wishes he could play next to Williams.
Last year, he suffered a shoulder injury that sidelined him for over a month. He has redeemed himself and has become one of the prime players for the Bulldogs. Williams plays on offense, defense and special teams.
“My parents encourage me to play my heart out, he said. “Plus, I want to make my brother proud, so I go out and do whatever I can for the team.”
After this year, Williams hopes to get into college and go on to either play in the NFL or become a physical therapist.
“I couldn’t be more proud of anyone.” His mother, Ama Williams said. “He is a great joy.”
