Inky Johnson
Inquoris "Inky" Johnson (born February 12, 1986) is an American motivational speaker and former college football player. His football career ended in 2006 at the University of Tennessee with an injury that permanently paralyzed his right arm.[1] Johnson went on to study psychology[2] and is now a motivational speaker at schools, community centers and ceremonies throughout the United States.[3] He has been the keynote speaker at numerous events, including the Greater Knoxville Sports Hall of Fame induction ceremony.[4]
No. 29 | |
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Position | Cornerback |
Career history | |
College | Tennessee (2005–2006) |
High school | Crim (Atlanta) |
Personal information | |
Born: | Atlanta, Georgia | February 12, 1986
Height | 5 ft 9 in (1.75 m) |
Weight | 180 lb (82 kg) |
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References
- "Eric Berry and the No. 29: A Salute to Inky Johnson". Kansas City Chiefs. Retrieved October 19, 2017.
- "Inky Johnson found strength in faith after life-changing accident". Midland Reporter-Telegram. Retrieved October 19, 2017.
- "Johnson shares inspirational message". The Sand Mountain Reporter. Retrieved October 19, 2017.
- Murray, Patrick. "Two moments that changed Inky's life". WBIR. Retrieved October 19, 2017.
Further reading
- "SC Featured : Inky Johnson (Full Version)". August 14, 2016 – via YouTube.
- "This Is Why You Should Never Let a Tragedy Define Your Life – Inky Johnson". November 2, 2017 – via YouTube.
- Douglas, Stephen (March 14, 2016). "Former Tennessee Safety Inky Johnson Turned a Career-Ending Injury Into Inspiration". thebiglead.com.
- Estes, Gentry (December 12, 2017). "Why Inky Johnson is the most inspirational athlete I've ever covered". The Courier-Journal. Louisville, Kentucky.
- Johnson, Inky (2011). Inky: An Amazing Story of Faith and Perseverance. with Jeff Hagood. 29:11 Publications. ISBN 0578076608.
- Pate, Josh (October 28, 2011). "Catching Up: Inky Johnson". utsports.com.
External links
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