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Trailblazer Tess Abbott: First Female Director of Recruiting

8/5/2025

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Tess Abbott, a trailblazing 25-year-old from Jiangxi, China, has shattered barriers by becoming the first woman to serve as Director of Recruiting for South Carolina State University's football staff. With a background that includes an NCAA Ethnic Minority Graduate Scholarship and experience at UMass Football, Abbott is determined to elevate recruiting through innovative strategies and strong relationships, all while respecting the team's rich traditions.

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Tess Abbott, a trailblazing 25-year-old from Jiangxi, China, has shattered barriers by becoming the first woman to serve as Director of Recruiting for South Carolina State University's football staff. With a background that includes an NCAA Ethnic Minority Graduate Scholarship and experience at UMass Football, Abbott is determined to elevate recruiting through innovative strategies and strong relationships, all while respecting the team's rich traditions.