John Dustin Buckman Branch

1100 Vollintine
Memphis, TN 38107
(901) 527-7994

Staff

Tyronne Drakeford, Executive Director - tyronned@bgcm.org

A native of Camden, S.C. he attended Virginia Tech on a 4 year athletic scholarship. After 4 years of studying at Virginia Tech Tyronne graduated with a B.S. degree in Interior Design and Resource Management. In 1994 he headed to SanFrancisco as a second round draft pick by the 49ers where he won Super bowl XXIX by beating the San Diego Chargers. In the duration of his pro career he played for the New Orleans Saints and Washington Redskins.

When his career ended in the National Football League, his goal was to give back to the community and the youth. It was something he'd always wanted to do. He combined his passions by serving as the President of a non- profit youth football league in Virginia while volunteering as a basketball coach and mentor at the local Boys & Girls club where he was eventually hired as the Athletic Director. Tyronne considers it a blessing to be part of a movement that is second to none. As a Club Professional he brings energy and enthusiasm to his role to truly mold the kids he serves to be caring and responsible citizens in their communities. Tyronne has been married 17 years to his wife Cindi and 3 wonderful boys Julian, Justus and Jaycee Drakeford.

Steven Davis, Program Director - sdavis@bgcm.org

Steven was born on January 18, 1985, in Independence, Mississippi.  He is the youngest of two siblings, an older sister and brother.  As a child, he learned that hard work is the root to being successful in life.  He saw this by watching his father work hard on the farm and at a printing factory to support his family.  He also found enjoyment working hard on the farm as well as keeping up good grades in school.    Then, his hard work began to transfer over to sports (football, basketball, track, etc).  He graduated from Independence High School in 2003.  He received a football scholarship at Delta State University in Cleveland, MS for a running back position.  Here, he was a 4 yr. letter and was part of two championships - Gulf South Conference 2007 and Regional Championship 2006. In addition, DSU football team had set the best record for wins in history over the 5 years while Steven played.  Steven graduated with a Bachelors of Science Degree in Education in December of 2007.  Currently, Steve is the Program Director at the John Dustin Buckman Sr. branch.

2011 Board Officers

Chair  - Brian Schaffler
Vice Chair - Erika Cain
Secretary -
Treasurer -