Class: r-Sr.
Position: WR
Height: 5-10
Weight: 150 pounds
Previous School: Columbia
Hometown: Decatur, GA

Noteworthy: A walk-on who joined the team in 1999 ... His brother is former Blue Raider star receiver Kendall Newson.

2001: Did not compete in any games, but was a member of the travel squad.

2000: Did not play in any games. High School: Lettered in basketball, baseball, track and football at Columbia High School ... Was the basketball team's Best Defensive Player and Most Improved Player his senior year ... Was a N3ROTC Lieutenant in 1993 and a Commander in 1994.

Personal: Parents: Lewis and Lunell Newson ... Born: 8/17/76 ... Major: Concrete Management.