Beats and Supreme Backpacks are being Delivered to Football All-Stars

The Mississippi Association of Players (MAP) has been making waves by personally delivering long-awaited headphones and backpacks to football all-star student athletes across the state. This initiative reflects MAP’s dedication to supporting student athletes beyond the field, ensuring they receive what they expected.

Over the past few weeks, MAP has been meeting with football all-stars to hand out these items, along with travel sweatsuits, that were delayed earlier this year due to nationwide shipping disruptions. The effort continues through April, with plans to mail remaining items in May to those who staff do not connect with in person in April.

Coach Dee Moye and 3-Star Football All-Star Senior Dmauhd Gavin.

MAP’s Personal Touch in Supporting Student Athletes

MAP’s approach goes beyond simply distributing gear. The organization values face-to-face connections with student athletes, seeing these moments as opportunities to catch up and offer guidance. Many athletes have expressed excitement about meeting Coach Dee, where athletes get to ask questions about academics, athletic offers, and ways to improve their skills.

These personal interactions make student athletes feel recognized not just for their athletic achievements but also for their potential in the future. MAP’s staff members are working hard to ensure every athlete receives the items they missed earlier without extra cost.

"I'm excited to get out and meet our athletes in person because during the football all-stars, I wasn't really in town so I hardly got a chance to personally meet our athletes. We had over 100 people on staff for the entire all-stars and I mainly worked behind the scenes as the kids spent most of their time with their coaches & teammates prepping for the game. So it was hard for me to meet most of our student athletes," said Coach Dee Moye of the Mississippi Association of Players.

Coach Dee Moye and 3-Star Football All-Star Senior Ayden Lewis.

"Although I had no control over shipping, I was the one that some parents blamed. I'm cool with that. We were very transparent and explained the situation to everybody before and doing the all-stars that some items were delayed. Everyone was cool with that. We even offered full refunds if students athletes wanted to leave the all-stars a day or two before the all-star game since some items were delayed. Everyone stayed. But a few days after the all-stars was over, some parents put out a lot of misinformation that wasn't true on social media, far from the truth actually!" Coach Dee explained.

"Some parents even went to local news stations with their misinformation & falsehoods. But after the news interviewed our staff, other parents and a few others, they found out those few parents were not truthful nor were they so called victims of any scams. That's real journalism. Seeking the truth. We kept the receipts. Alot of college coaches were turned off by some of the things a few parents were saying on social media which hurt specifically their own kids because coaches were like 'I don't want that type of parent or child in my program if they acting like that on social media.' But it's social media. It's bloggers. It's content creators who make money off every time someone share or click or comment on their post whether what they are saying is true or not," Coach Dee calmly stated.

"None of them are real news or real reporters from any credible news agencies. Some may look like it. Some may pretend to be. Some may have thousands of followers. Some even may use to be a real reporter before being fired by the actual real news station or news agency. Now there are so many fake news stations or fake news companies and so on. Now, they are just a distraction seeking self benefits to make themselves appear relevant. They did nothing to promote the kids prior to or doing the all-stars but all of a sudden they pretend to care and are going out of their way to try and tear down something so instrumental to the future of so many of our kids, our culture, & our community," Coach Dee passionately exclaimed.

Coach Dee Moye and 3-Star Football All-Star Junior Anthony McMillian.

"So it's important for us, especially for me to show my face personally to our student athletes. Amazon, Fedex & UPS don't deliver packages on the right dates all the time. Why is this time any different? Who knows. I'm beyond it. I'm over it. Some parents will DM me asking when is my son gone get his stuff not knowing he got his stuff a week or so ago. We even took pics together. Social media in today's world is CRAZY!" Coach Dee laughed.

"We've moved on. We've learned. We've adjusted. We've improved. We've hired new staff. We've planned new events. We're preparing for our Summer All-Stars, basketball, baseball, softball, track & field and others. As you can see, athletes are sometimes waiting in line just to talk or take a picture. This is God's work. Nobody can stop this. We had a great all-star game. Kids got offers. Kids are going to college this summer or this fall as a result of playing in the all-star game and being a part of MAP. It's not about me. It's not about the parents. It's not about the coaches. Athlete's first! That's our motto. We made history. First all-star games at HBCUs in history. I'm very proud of that because we're leveling the playing field & we continue to send kids to college!" Coach Dee happily proclaimed.

Overcoming Shipping Delays to Deliver on Promises

Coach Dee Moye and 3-Star Football All-Star Junior Je'Maurion Maxie.

Earlier this year, MAP faced challenges due to back orders and shipping delays affecting the delivery of beats headphones and supreme backpacks. These delays were part of a larger national issue impacting many industries. MAP communicated openly with student athletes both before and during the Mississippi Football All-Stars event, explaining the situation and promising to fulfill its commitment to students.

Since then, MAP has worked diligently to connect with students to distribute the delayed items. The organization’s commitment to follow through has strengthened its reputation among student athletes and their families. By continuing to meet athletes in person throughout April, MAP is making great strides with its athletes.

What Student Athletes Are Saying

Coach Dee Moye and 3-Star Football All-Star Junior Kyron Gray.

The response from football all-stars has been overwhelmingly positive. Many athletes are very excited about receiving their headphones and backpack, using both immediately. Beyond the gear, they value the chance to connect with Coach Dee and MAP staff, who offer advice on balancing sports and academics.

One athlete who goes by JR was excited, "I heard Coach Dee was on campus. It was all over social media that Coach popped up on campus. Some of my friends just be wanting to take a talk to Coach or get advice or get an offer or get help. Coach known for facetiming your favorite college athlete or college coach. And on the news they said he kind of like a celebrity. But in person he so cool and laid back and a big troll man. Coach a big troll man. But getting the backpack and headphones means a lot because it shows MAP cares about us. Meeting the coaches in person getting this stuff they said we was gone get made me feel like someone still believes in my future.”

These moments of meeting MAP staff in person inspire athletes to stay focused on their goals both on and off the field. The number one request MAP says it often get is, "Can Coach Dee deliver the stuff to me?" But realistically, MAP says he's extremely busy so it's not likely that most kids will get a personally delivery from Coach Dee. But MAP says all of its staff is working towards connecting with students.

How MAP Plans to Reach Every Athlete

MAP recognizes that they will not reach all student athletes in person during April. To ensure everyone receives their gear, MAP will begin mailing beats headphones, backpacks, and sweatsuits in May to those they have not connected with yet. This two-step approach balances personal interaction with practical logistics.

Coach Dee Moye and 3-Star Football All-Star Sophomore Javeus Boyd.

The organization encourages athletes to stay in touch and update their contact information in their student account to avoid missing out. MAP’s staff remains available to answer questions and provide support throughout the process.

MAP explains it's a process to make sure students get the merch. MAP also explains not all students will get merch even if they played in the all-star game. For example, if a parent reported their card lost or stolen to the bank after their son participated in the all-stars and the bank has issued that parent a refund, then that student is ineligible and will not receive any additional items.

The Bigger Picture: Supporting Student Athletes Beyond Gear

Beyond that, providing headphones and backpacks is more than just giving out merch. It symbolizes MAP’s broader mission to support student athletes. These items help athletes stay organized, focused, and motivated. The personal connections made during distribution events foster a sense of community and encouragement.

Coach Dee Moye and 3-Star Football All-Star Senior Jaiden Boyd.

MAP’s efforts highlight the importance of recognizing student athletes as whole. By investing time and resources into these athletes, MAP helps build a stronger foundation for their success. MAP’s ongoing commitment to delivering beats headphones, backpacks, and sweatsuits shows how organizations can make a real difference in the lives of student athletes.

Coach Dee Moye and 3-Star Football All-Star Senior Cameron Stepney.

The combination of personal visits and mailed deliveries ensures every football all-star is the recipient of MAP's commitment. For student athletes, this initiative is a reminder that their hard work is seen and valued, both on the field and beyond.