Romans 12:2 – University of Nebraska

The Greatest Memory

One of the most impactful moments in my life was back in my junior year of high school. I remember being on a team that was really good. We were the favorites to win state that year, but we all ended up getting hurt.

I think the moment that changed everything, for me at least, was after our preseason scrimmage. I was the last one on the field, and I was just sitting there and taking it all in. That’s when I looked up, and my dad was sitting next to me. I’ll never forget what he told me that day.

“Christian, you’re going to make something of yourself.”

That moment, those few words—it’s something I’ll carry with me for the rest of my life. I guess I’ve done alright for myself so far. I’m playing Division I football at the University of Nebraska, and I met the coolest girl this year.

It hasn’t all been bad since last year.

She helped me through a lot, especially with my dad. She came into my life at a really good time, you know? And I’m beyond grateful to have her by my side. 

I’m not going to pretend like I have everything figured out. Now that I’m done with undergraduate school, the next step for me is getting a job, even if I don’t know what that’ll be quite yet.

Indeed.com, I’ll be seeing you really soon.

But honestly, the biggest thing right now for me is just to enjoy whatever comes next. First, I want to end my college football career on a high note. Not a lot of athletes have a sixth year of eligibility, and I certainly wasn’t planning on falling into that category either. But with everything that has happened, I’m very grateful to still be a part of this amazing team and getting a few more chances to go out there and wear my Husker jersey. 

I always had aspirations of playing in the NFL, but I realize now there’s more to life than just playing football. I’m really excited to just spend my time with family and friends. I have three nieces and one nephew right now. I just want to play with them and watch them grow up. And who knows? Maybe I’ll have a few kids of my own one day.

My dad may not be here physically, but he’ll always be with me spiritually. If I ever get lost in this life, all it takes is a quick glance at my Romans 12:2 wristband to drag me back to those old father-son conversations.