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Trussville Football Player Is β€œAlways Helping Others”

Parker "makes straight A's in school and is now playing basketball and plays saxophone in choir band," says his grandmother.

Parker is "always helping others and respectful and appreciative to adults in his life," says his grandmother.
Parker is "always helping others and respectful and appreciative to adults in his life," says his grandmother. (Courtesy of Ellen ORear)

Trussville, AL β€” We all know student athletes who also bring their A-game to other parts of their lives.

Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these heroes making a difference in their communities. We’re working to let all your neighbors know the individual stories behind the leaderboard.

This submission comes from Ellen ORear who nominated Parker of Trussville, AL.


Star student athlete’s name

Parker

Star student athlete’s home state

Alabama

Star student athlete’s Patch town

Trussville, AL

How do you know the star student athlete?

Grandchild

What sport does the star student athlete play?

Football

Why do you believe the star student athlete should be recognized?

He works very hard on each sport and gives 100%. He makes straight A's in school and is now playing basketball and plays saxophone in choir band. Always helping others and respectful and appreciative to adults in his life.

What's one thing you want everyone to know about the star student athlete?

God loving and caring young man.

Keep up the great work, Parker!

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