I admire and look up to other athletes and people and apply their stories to be the best version of me.
Even though, I have a lot more life to live and more lessons to learn, I feel that I've already experienced some good ones.
I've realized that there are always obstacles, doubters, and that not everyone is willing to give you an opportunity. I've realized that respect is not always easily earned, but that it can be done. I've realized that reality, can be painful. From these realizations, I learned to take the pain as motivation and make it work as a benefit to become a better person, teammate, and athlete.
I look forward to continuing to learn and work hard at the college level to give the best version of me to the team.
Devin Travis Parker
Class of 2023