Gulliver pays tribute to alum Sean Taylor, dedicating renovated home field in his honor
Sean Taylor’s name continues to be spoken with reverence as one of the greatest football players in NFL history.
The big plays he made in college while at the University of Miami are still some of the most impressive by any player in that school’s rich history in the sport.
But his roots will always be tied to Gulliver Prep where it all started.
On Friday, Taylor’s high school alma mater once again honored his memory by rededicating its renovated football facility in his honor, calling it the “Sean Taylor ‘01 Memorial Field” at a ceremony prior to the Raiders’ preseason classic against Archbishop Carroll.
Taylor, who would go on to become an All-American at the University of Miami and later an All-Pro safety with Washington in the NFL, led Gulliver to its lone state title in 2000. That season, he set a state record with 44 touchdowns combined, rushing, receiving, on kick returns and on defense.
Tragically, Taylor was shot during a home invasion robbery at his home in November 2007 and later died at age 24. In the years since, numerous remembrances have been held in Taylor’s honor across the country and he has been regarded as one of the best players to ever play the safety position.
Gulliver also retired the No. 1 - the jersey number he wore in high school as a star safety for the Raiders - and presented a jersey to his family who were in attendance for the ceremony.
The team also played a two-minute video with a montage of interviews and highlights from Taylor’s entire career.
“It means the world to me and the family that Gulliver continues to honor Sean,” Taylor’s father, Pete, said. “It’s been a true reminder of appreciation and hard work. (Gulliver school founder) Mrs. (Marian) Krutulis who started this journey with Sean and her commitment, her love and the staff here that continues to build and make Gulliver what it is. We appreciate this with so much love.”
SCORES
Friday’s results
Miami Central 13, Ocala Vanguard 6
Norland 35, Blanche Ely 7
Coconut Creek 34, Monarch 6
Southridge 42, Carol City 0
Dr. Krop 28, Flanagan 14
Goleman 70, Hialeah-Miami Lakes 0
Varela 37, Marathon 0
La Salle 34, Sunset 0
Miami Beach 30, Mourning 2
Hialeah Gardens 44, Northeast 0
South Broward 27, Miami Springs 6
Palm Beach Gardens 21, Calvary Christian 7
Booker T. 7, American Heritage 0 (canceled after 1st quarter, medical emergency)
True North 21, South Miami 0
Avant Garde Academy 26, Somerset Academy 0
American 39, Harmony 7
Saturday
Chaminade 35, Northwestern 6
This story was originally published August 18, 2023 at 10:50 PM.
