Macon East quarterback, Cephus Cleveland was honored as the AISA All-State Back of the Year at the Alabama Mr. Football awards banquet, held January 15 at the Renaissance Hotel and Conference Center. In the 2019 season, Cleveland was responsible for 35 of Macon East’s 55 touchdowns. He had 18 rushing and 17 passing touchdowns. On the year, Cleveland ran for 907 yards, threw for 1,107 yards, and had 44 tackles on defense. Overall the Knights went 7-3 for the season with an appearance in the AISA 3A playoffs. Cephus represented Macon East in the AISA All-Star football game, where he was selected as team captain and outstanding offensive back for the West team. Cleveland plans to continue his football career at the collegiate level, but has not made his final decision where he will play in 2020.
