BDN publishes feature on football player who escaped poverty, violence
The Bangor Daily News published a feature article on University of Maine football player Sherrod Baltimore titled, “Football player escapes poverty, violence of D.C. to shine at UMaine.” Baltimore’s journey was facilitated by key people who helped him, his positive outlook in the face of poverty, and using his athletic ability to escape the violent streets of Washington, D.C., according to the article. “I come from the struggle. I come from the streets. I come from dirt,” the senior cornerback said. “I’m just grateful for the opportunity [to attend UMaine].” “He’s got a childlike demeanor and joy of playing the game and appreciates and loves the game very much,” said Black Bears head coach Jack Cosgrove.