DeAngelo Brown, 2012

Football

"DeAngelo Brown should be considered based on his exceptional athletic performance during his tenure at Savannah Christian, in addition to his college career with the Louisville Cardinals (where he also served as team captain)."

"His hard work then resulted in him being drafted with the NFL for the Tennessee Titans. Beyond these achievements, his continued work professionally to help others achieve their athletic goals led him to found DB97 Training."

"As part of this work, he continues to coach and mentor high school young men, all of whom have been granted college scholarships. His commitment to his clients has encouraged them to meet life-changing goals. For me personally, I have been working with DeAngelo Brown for approximately three years. I was 340 pounds when I first began working out him. I signed up for in-home services due to my embarrassment at my weight and also because of my autistic daughter's therapy schedule."

"His positivity, encouragement, and knowledgeable experience greatly contributed to me losing over 160 pounds. From when I could barely do any exercise to my current fitness level, he has always been respectful and kind, not just to me, but to my daughter as well." 

"My daughter has a speech delay and can't say his name well, and it comes out as "Angel." I think this is an accurate description as he has been a great blessing in my life, as well as many others. I continue to be a client of his as I still strive to remain as healthy as I possibly can. I cannot think of anyone more deserving than him of this honor."

Currently, DeAngelo gives back by coaching and mentoring high school athletes. He owns and operates his own fitness business called DB97 Training