My kid lives eats, breathes, dreams about football everyday. He’s the Athlete of the Year he’s spends countless hours studying and learning.
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What I love most about football is how exciting it is— making plays, running, tackling, and enjoying every moment on the field. Football is more than just a game to me; it’s my passion. It pushes me to work harder, stay disciplined, and always improve. It’s taught me to stay strong, never give up, and respect others. I also love the bond with my teammates — we feel like a family, supporting each other on and off the field. Football makes me better, both as a player and a person.
On the field, Julio Jones inspires me because he’s a big-time player who always makes big time plays. I really like how clean his routes are, how he can stop on a dime, go deep, and keep his feet in bounds. Off the field, I’m inspired by DeVonta Smith because of his heart and determination — everyone doubted him for being too small, but he proved them wrong by winning the Heisman and getting drafted. Lastly is my dad he’s a hard working person. He tells me win or lose, make them remember you.
The moment that makes me the proudest as a parent is watching my child show true sportsmanship, especially after winning the championship. They played their heart out, and so did the other team, but in the end, they showed respect and humility, understanding that everyone out there was playing for the same reason.
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