Zack Crockett

A South Florida native, Zack Crockett is a well-recognized professional athlete who enjoyed a very successful career in the NFL. Crockett began his career as a collegiate athlete at Florida State University, where he received a number of accolades, including recognition as the first fullback to rush for 100-plus yards in a game since 1984.

He was a part of FSU’s 1993 National Championship Team. Crockett was drafted in the third round of the NFL draft by the Indianapolis Colts, where he played for four years. In 1999, he found his true home with the Oakland Raiders, where he spent nine years, totaling a 13-year career in the NFL. Crockett played in 175 games with 61 starts, including a streak of 109 consecutive games played dating back to the fourth game of the 1999 season. During his professional football career, Crockett had 510 carries for 1,701 yards and 36 touchdowns, 35 of which were scored while with the Oakland Raiders.

Crockett has continued his career in football beyond the playing field, currently working as a Southeast Area Scout for the Oakland Raiders. Crockett is the co-founder and vice president of the Crockett Foundation, a South Florida-based non-profit organization that serves youth through educational programs with the mission to help build character, develop leaders and improve the community. Through this organization, he is fulfilling his passion of giving back to the community and working closely with South Florida youth.
Crockett grew up in Pompano Beach and attended Blanche Ely High School, where he also played football. He graduated from Florida State University in 1995 with a Bachelor of Science degree in criminology. He is an active member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc.

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Save the Date: December 8, 2023
You’re not going to want to miss the 2nd Annual Crockett Foundation Golf Tournament. Join the Crockett Foundation at the Jacaranda Golf Club for a great time at the links, all for a noble cause. Don’t wait; Foursomes are filling in fast. You don’t want to miss it!
Henri Crockett Inducted to the FSU Board of Trustees

Our President and Co-Founder, Henri Crockett, continues to be a leader in the state of Florida. This month, he was inducted into the Florida State University Board of Trustees for the 2024 fiscal year. “It’s a tremendous honor and I am eager to engage with my peers in elevating FSU to the top of its class,” he remarked.

Dr. Matt Arellano selected to Leadership Broward
Our very own Vice President of Operations has been selected as a member of the Leadership Broward Class of XLII. Dr. Matt Arellano will join other industry leaders in Broward County’s premier training program for local professionals. We are excited for his journey in leadership and his investment in making the Crockett Foundation GREAT!

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