Doran Slater was a shy kid who stayed to himself until second grade when his mother had him try some sports. He was nervous but decided to try them anyway. All the sports were fun and helped Doran open up to other kids and make friends, getting over his shyness. He eventually focused on just football and track, making many friends through sports over the years and continuing to do so now in college football at Ball State.

1. Doran “DaMan” Slater By: Doran Slater

2. When I was young I was a real shy kid and stayed mostly to myself and was afraid to go play with other kids.

3. UNTIL 2ND Grade!!

4. When I started second grade my Mother had me try a couple of sports. I was really nervous, but I decided to try them anyways.

5. All the sports were fun and I started opening up and getting a long with other kids. It became easier to approach other kids and to play.

6. Eventually I quit all the other sports and narrowed it down to just my 2 main sports. Football and Track!!

7. I made many friends throughout the years in all my sports. I got over being shy almost completely and I’m in the process of playing football here at Ball State and making new friends right now.