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damon west
Early Years
thomas jefferson quarterback
Damon was a three-year starter at quarterback for the Thomas Jefferson Yellow Jackets. He graduated from TJ in 1994. Hear him talk about going to school at TJ, and his football experiences, on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
damon, jimmy johnson, and the dallas cowboys
On Sundays, Damon would be on the sidelines holding the headphones for Jimmy Johnson's Dallas Cowboys. Hear all about Damon and 'dem Cowboys on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
port arthur quarterbacks with jimmy johnson
In 1993, Port Arthur fielded three of the best quarterbacks in Southeast Texas. Hear Damon talk about those quarterbacks--DeCedrick Shawn Giron (Lincoln) and Chad Johnson (SFA)--right here on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
coach john bass--"i believe in you"
John Bass was Damon's Little League baseball coach. Hear Damon talk about the four inspirational words that Coach Bass told him, and serve as a foundation for effecting positive change--right here on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
son of bob and genie west
Damon says he "won the lottery" by being a son of Bob and Genie West. Hear him talk about his upbringing on PN-G on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
woodrow wilson middle school
Damon played football for the Woodrow Wilson MS Bears and Coach Charles Getwood when he was a 7th grader. Hear Damon talk about his early years on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
Author, Motivational Speaker, Change Agent
world-wide best seller
Damon's book The Coffee Bean is a world-wide best seller, published in several languages. Understand why Damon's message is universally received, right here on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
damon and Jon Gordon
Best selling author Jon Gordon co-wrote the book The Coffee Bean with Damon, and it's been a world-wide success. Hear Damon talk about the book's inspiring message on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
letter from charlie jehlen
letter from charlie jehlen
In 2011, while he was in prison, Damon received a letter from his "favorite teacher," Charlie Jehlen. It is an example of how "I Believe in You" can impact a life. Hear about Damon's journey from prison to Change Agent on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
schools
schools
schools
Damon brings his message to schools all over the country. Here he is talking to students at Allen ISD, in October 2021. Hear Damon's inspirational story on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
teams
schools
schools
Damon's message is sought out by coaches who understand its impact on developing character in team sports. Here Damon is with the Clemson football team. Hear Damon's inspiring message on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
churches
Damon delivers his message to churches. Here he is at David Jeremiah's church in Houston. Hear about Damon's unbelievable journey right here on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
prisons
Damon hasn't forgotten where he came from. Here he is giving his message of hope to prisoners in the South Carolina Department of Corrections. Hear about Damon's journey on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
Professional organizations
Professional organizations
Professional organizations
Damon is a sought after Keynote speaker for Professional Organizations. Here he is speaking before 4,000 professionals at the Texas High School Coaches Association in 2021. Hear Damon's inspiring message on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
businesses
Professional organizations
Professional organizations
Businesses seek Damon to bring his message to their management teams, such as Lennox. Hear why Damon is one of the country's most sought after speakers, right here, on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
military
Damon's inspirational message is universal. Here Damon delivers his message to our military heroes. Hear Damon's message of inspiration right here on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
damon and dabo swinney
Clemson Coach Dabo Swinney believed in Damon and his story. Hear the amazing story how Dabo Swinney's "I Believe in You" helped propel Damon and Damon's message to the world, right here on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
damon and nick saban
Alabama Coach Nick Saban believed in Damon and his message. Hear why Damon has inspired the nation's top movers and shakers, right here on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
damon and judge brad burnett
damon and judge brad burnett
Judge Brad Burnett was one of Damon's first contacts after Damon was released on parole from prison. Hear how Judge Burnett's "I Believe in You" opened doors for Damon's inspirational message. Right here on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
sertoma club service to mankind award
Damon's journey of redemption, and his commitment to effect positive change, is recognized throughout the country. Hear Damon's incredible on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
lamar university commencement address
Damon delivered the commencement address at the Lamar University graduation ceremonies in the Spring of 2019. Hear Damon deliver his inspiring message on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
family man
family man
Hear Damon talk about the love he has for his famiy--wife Kendell and step-daughter Clara. Moreover, guess who officiated their wedding? Find out, right here on Down Trails of Victory podcast!