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Warner Robins' Callaway picked for Army All-America Bowl

BEAU CABELL/THE TELEGRAPH 
 Warner Robins, Ga., 09/18/2015: Warner Robins wide receiver Marquez Callaway is caught from behind after catching a pass from Ivan Corbin.
BEAU CABELL/THE TELEGRAPH Warner Robins, Ga., 09/18/2015: Warner Robins wide receiver Marquez Callaway is caught from behind after catching a pass from Ivan Corbin. bcabell@macon.com

Warner Robins football standout Marquez Callaway has been selected to play in the U.S. Army All-America Bowl early next year.

The school will hold a ceremony at 9:15 a.m. on Tuesday in the auditorium with the Army presenting him with an honorary jersey.

The game is Jan. 9 at the Alamodome in San Antonio.

Callaway is joined by Buford defensive lineman Derrick Brown, Stephens County offensive lineman Ben Cleveland, Elbert County defensive back Mecole Hardman, Carver-Columbus quarterback Jawon Pass, Savannah Christian wideout Demetris Robertson and Peachtree Ridge defensive back Nigel Warrior as players from Georgia chosen.

Former Peach County standout Demarcus Robinson played in the 2013 game.

Also, Jones County defensive back Andrew Collins has been chosen to participate in the U.S. Under-18 national team by USA Football.

The senior is 14th on the Greyhounds with 11 tackles.

USA Football focuses on football development on primarily the youth and high school level. The United States has several teams of different age groups as part of the International Bowl.

Collins' team is set to play at AT&T Stadium in Dallas on Feb. 3. Alums from the team include Todd Gurley, Bryce Petty and Jameis Winston.

This story was originally published October 19, 2015 at 4:36 PM with the headline "Warner Robins' Callaway picked for Army All-America Bowl ."

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