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Jonelle Clark’s Message to Coaches: Your Health Is Not Optional | 2026 AFCA Convention
At the 2026 AFCA Convention, Jonelle Clark delivered a powerful and heartfelt message to the coaching profession following the unexpected passing of her husband, UCF offensive line coach Shawn Clark. Speaking directly to the football community, she challenged coaches to recognize that their health is not something to put off, ignore, or sacrifice for the game. In this emotional and inspiring speech, Mrs. Clark speaks to the realities of…
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Her message was powerful, it may have made my eyes leak a little bit.
Coaches, take your health serious!
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My beautiful & strong friend!
Believing lives will be saved by your courage. Love you @jonelleclark 🙏🏼
Coaches … take care of yourselves.
#61forever
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Take a minute to listen to my friend, Jonelle. She did an incredible job talking about Shawn and putting your own health first! So beyond proud of her resilience, and drive to make sure Shawn’s death is not in vain.
I’m was honored to have the opportunity to share this message 🙏🏽
The LANDSCAPE of College football has evolved. Take care of YOU.
🚨 This is a Call to Action 🚨
Healthy coaches continue to lead men and change lives.
@WeAreAFCA
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Coaches
Take a moment to listen to @JonelleClark message from the 2026 AFCA Convention. It's a powerful reminder that your health matters not just to you but to your family, your players, and everyone who depends on you.
📺Watch her powerful speech here
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