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Pookie's pride stems from mother's fight

Updated: February 12, 2013
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CHAMPAIGN - Centennial junior Dedric "Pookie" Byrd is new to Champaign, but he has made an instant impact for the Chargers.  But look a little closer into his life, and you'll find he's got a lot more to play for than just a college scholarship.

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