The Hickmon Helper
Updated: Apr 8, 2020
You're looking at a guy who's goal was to play in the NBA. As years past, my new found love and passion led my desire to play in the NFL.
Growing up as military brat, my Mother and Father used the power of sports to cultivate my athleticism, communication, leadership, and teamwork skills.
Being the youngest of three Sons, my older Brothers made sure I was prepared to take on the world. From Germany to Mississippi, I discovered that life's experiences can teach the hardest lessons.
With no collegiate athletic scholarship offers, I decided to attend East Central Community College (EC) with the hopes to earn a football scholarship. Sounds simple right? Same thing I thought! Adversity forced me to adopt a deeper level of determination, work ethic, and competitiveness. Upon graduating from EC, I was selected MVP and Team Captain. I continued my education and football career at Middle TN State University. Over the next year, adversity came back in the form multiple knee injuries. Three knee surgeries (with lots of rehab!) later, I earned my way back into the starting lineup, capping off an incredible career with NFL-type statistics my season season.
I never did play in the NFL, but instead was launched into the real world. I didn't have a plan B, so I scrambled for a job, while finishing Graduate School. Soon, I became a Husband and Father, while growing in my career in sales. Out of the blue, I got fired! Secretly, I was addicted to Drugs and fighting depression. I discovered the lowest part of my life and the year to follow was my Divine Intervention. I discovered my purpose through this painful experience.
I've shared my story from Juvenile Detention Centers to Collegiate sport teams; injecting them with hope, inspiration, and faith to become their best.
One day as I was reading to my oldest Daughter, Joydan's class, a light bulb in my head went off. I could create an experience through books. I decided to use my gifts to author my first children's book to uplift, empower, and teach Kids to know their worth and power.
My mission is simple; to empower and positively impact individuals whom I encounter.
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