"Leaders aren't born, they are made. They are made by hard effort which is the price which all of us must pay to achieve any goal which is worthwhile." - Vince Lambardi ( Curated Quotes , 2015 ). 

This quote is something I try to embody as a person. Being a leader is something I strive to be. It's my most notable trait. If you were to ask my friends to describe me they would say something along the lines of a charismatic leader, who strives to be the best and to get the best out of people around him. Being a leader especially helps me out when it comes to the sport I love, which is football.

            Football has always been a major part of my life. Since I can remember I’ve always wanted to play,  but I didn’t get my chance until the fourth grade. That’s when my love for the game began. Starting from my pee wee days, I was a lineman who craved for the ball to be in my hands. Getting the opportunity in the seventh grade. The journey at the running back position took off. From there on out, my destiny was set in motion. Which lead me to a very successful high school career. Where I had to step up and be a leader at a young age, earing the starting spot on varsity as a sophomore. It was a difficult position to fill, but with the help of my teammates, coaches, & family we overcame the odds with three consecutive winning seasons. Which ultimately landing me with a full scholarship to the University of Nebraska. Giving me the chance to play the game that I love.

           

            Growing up with two immigrant parents from Nigeria taught my sibilings & I about the value of a good education & strong work ethic. Watching them work to provide for my older sister, Sandra, older brother DJ, and younger sister Sabrina really showed me that everything  they tried to teach us were lessons worth learning. Watching them barely make ends meet gave us the drive to be successful in doing something we love.  My oldest sister Sandra, thrived in the classroom. Earning her multiple academic scholarships to the university of her choice. She ended up starting off at Rutgers, transferring to the University of Houston and getting her masters at Texas Womens. My older brother excelling on the court gave him the opportunity to play college basketball at Concordia University in Austin.  My youngest sister is currently in the middle of her high school shot put career with one offer already on the table.

           

            Friends are also very important to me, they are the people we  choose to be around which make them special in a way that they fits exactly what we are looking for in companions. My male friends are heavily guys I have played football with or against. We have built strong connections due to the trials & sacrifices football has put us through.  Although one thing I think I do very well is being able to meet & talk to people, making them feel comfortable around me. Which allows me to connect with people from all different backgrounds.

                        There are short and long term goal that I hope to achieve in college. My short term goals include finishing the summer session with a GPA of at least a 3.5, and making a strong impact during summer workouts with the team. My long term goals are to graduate UNL as an All American in athletics and in academics. I hope to achieve all these things & more, but I know it will take hard work & dedication that I am willing to put in.