The two biggest influences in my life are my mommy and daddy. All my life I have watched them compete and work hard at whatever they do. I have seen them put their minds to something and achieve their goals. My parents taught me that I can achieve any goal if I focus and work hard for it. My daddy always taught me to let your actions speak louder than your words. When I was seven years old I used to watch my older brother's football practices. I became interested in football when I first saw my brother's team start their hitting drills. Football has taught me how to be not only physically, but mentally tough. I have learned how to fight through adversity on and off the field. During high school I would like to keep at least a 3.5 gpa and continue to make honor roll every semester. In college I would like to get my bachelors degree and graduate like the rest of my family. At the next level, I think I can bring focus, leadership, good work ethic and consistency. I have always been taught to give one hundred percent effort at anything I do. If I'm doing something, why not do it to the best of my abilities.