One of the top 10 big man in the nation, at the beginning of the season of 1986
Iowa State University men’s basketball all-time leader in block shots
National NCAA basketball tournament MVP ( 1986 ), on CBS vs. Michigan University and on ESPN,vs North Carolina University
NBA, draft by the Dallas Mavericks, 1987
Played professional basketball in Europe, Asia, and South America, for eight years
Became the first executive director of Boys & Girls Club, in LaPorte county. Increased membership, by 400% in three years. Generated $ 1.5 million dollars in additional funds.
Created the nations largest 3on3 basketball tournament fundraising event (Slamming Sam’s, 3 on 3 by the lake ), for Boys & Girls Clubs
Co- founder of Making A Difference Everywhere (M.A.D.E.) youth organization
COO of Kirby Rehabilitation substance abuse agency
Co-founder of Growing And Advancing People For Success ( G.A.P.S. )
2021, Archbishop James P. Lykes African American Image Award recipient
Board member of Deeply Rooted Dance Theater (currently)
Board member of Lawrence House Children Home (currently)
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