The former NBA star and Heisman trophy winner lands a 6-foot-6 forward from Queens, New York, as his first signee at FAMU.

Charlie Ward’s athletic journey is remarkable ... San Antonio Spurs, and Houston Rockets. After retiring in 2004, Ward began coaching with the Houston Rockets under Jeff Van Gundy.

Charlie Ward Jr. will stress the tenants of PACCEE ... San Antonio Spurs, and Houston Rockets. He retired at the end of the 2005 NBA season to become an assistant coach for the Houston Rockets.

Charlie Ward was an exceptional two-sport athlete ... San Antonio Spurs, and Houston Rockets. He retired at the end of the 2005 NBA season to become an assistant coach for the Houston Rockets.

Charlie Ward's five-year, $975,000 contract to coach ... before wrapping up his career with the San Antonio Spurs and Houston Rockets. Ward also has prior connections to FAMU.