Some of their names you have seen before and some of them you haven't. East Mississippi Community College in Scooba, Mississippi, has become a JUCO powerhouse that reforms the talented but bent football stars of days gone by. Local recruits and former D1 athletes like Auburn's John Franklin III make up a historic team lead by one of the toughest and winningest coaches in junior college football - Buddy Stephens.
Last Chance U, a new Netflix original series, debuts Friday, July 29 on Netflix.
The series showcases student-athletes from all walks of life who go through the rehab like program to both reach and return to greatness. EMCC graduates more than 20 players per year into football scholarships at four year universities, with nine of Stephens' former players currently in the NFL.
Following a new crop of recruits, the series delves into the Scooba lifestyle of fewer than 1,000 occupants.
"There's nothing to do, there's just football," said wide receiver Isaiah Jones. "They make you love football."
In the first two episodes I've seen, this show is absolutely addicting. I've been on the edge of my seat ready for the season to come out so I could binge watch. All we see at Auburn is the big names in lights. We only get a glimpse of the hardship and struggles that athletes go through just to make it to the top. Last Chance U is a fantastic showcase and a must watch for any football fan. Tiger fans especially should tune in to see where the newest member of Auburn's quarterback competition, JF3, comes from.
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