Rod Barksdale
Rod Barksdale is a former NFL player for the Los Angeles Raiders and Dallas Cowboys, and Track and Field Scholar from the University of Arizona.
Growing up in Compton, California his story is one of perseverance and strength. Please LIKE the page for more updates on upcoming appearances, speeches and training camps!
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24/04/2018
Happy everyone! For the FIRST ever post to my series, I would like to introduce an inspirational track athlete and my hero, who I am lucky to have as a friend on FaceBook, Steve Williams! He proved with hard work, patience, and dedication you can achieve your goals. Williams was inducted into the United States National Track and Field Hall of Fame in 2013 as well as the San Diego State University's Hall of Fame in 2016. Leave a comment below on which athlete want to learn about next.
Many may not know I started my athletic career in Track and Field. As a tribute to the sport that opened countless opportunities for myself and others, I will dedicate a Tuesday post to and educate others on the about the sport Who is your favorite ?
11/02/2018
Happy Birthday to my first grandson! What team will your be cheering for?
09/02/2018
Ready for the weekend! Even though the football season is over, still have events to look forward to! Including my grandson's first birthday !🎉🎈What are your weekend plans since season is over?
06/02/2018
Congratulations to Howie Long and son Chris Long. Father-son Super Bowl Champs! -son
06/02/2018
Kenny Washington was the first African-American in the modern National Football League. Truly an inspirational story that helped pave the way for myself and many other African-Americans.
Kenny Washington broke the color barrier in pro football A UCLA running back was first African American to play in modern NFL. His story is not widely known.