Before the start of the 2003 football season, Kenneth Harris was not even sure he would play football. He had played for Cherryville High School football the previous three years, however it was under a predominately run-oriented system.

When Richard Davis became Cherryville’s Head Coach, he told Harris that he would “throw at least ten balls per game in his direction” and to give football one more shot.

“Actually, my plan was to concentrate on basketball only,” said Harris. “Coach Davis came in and I got to know him. I still hadn’t made up my mind totally but I just went ahead and played. I knew I would miss it too much if I didn’t.”

Coach Davis now had a 6-4, 195 pound wide receiver with 4.5 speed at his disposal and he wasted no time fulfilling his word. Harris had a big first game, catching many passes to the tune of 206 yards. It was one of three games where he went over 200 yards receiving.

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