We couldn't afford a drum set, beat machine or tambourines. We used utensils...spoons, forks and spatulas to create music.

"Take what's in your hand son"... I was transferring to different high schools to play football without the proper guidance. Listen to what happened when I was redirected during a conversation that helped me stay on track.

Thanks,

Coach Otis Gray (RIP)

We lived in survival mode during our college years. But... we know the struggle, so we knew how to hustle!

"If you quit now, you will quit later" ...Those words spoken to me at such a pivotal time in my life changed my mind set and mentality forever.

Thank you,

Coach Lewis

Get two percent better every day. When one thing doesn't work out pivot!

At fourteen years old. I got myself into private school. I was dibbling and dabbling with the wrong crowds.

I worked as a personal assistant (caretaker) to the disabled and mentally challenged youth and adolescence. Serving others that cannot do for themselves is one of the most rewarding feelings I experienced in my life.

My sister and her father drowned when I was around seven or eight years old. Through our ups and downs always remain resilient and seek the help that is necessary for your mental health.