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Denny Kellington, a trainer for the Buffalo Bills, who has been credited with saving Damar Hamlin’s life, delivered the commencement address at his alma mater, Oklahoma State University on Saturday. Here is the latest on this inspiring story.
A Fateful Night
On January 2, Damar Hamlin, a safety for the Buffalo Bills, had a cardiac event during a football game that could have ended his life.
Kellington, who was present at the game, was quick to respond and perform life-saving measures that saved Hamlin’s life in front of his family, teammates, coaches, athletic training staff, and millions of football fans watching the game.
Kellington’s Commencement Speech
While Kellington is not used to public speaking, his heroic actions on the football field have led to numerous requests for interviews. Kellington spoke about his experience during the commencement address at Oklahoma State University.
He started by acknowledging that the reason anyone knows him is because of one fateful and near-tragic moment on a football field.
He expressed gratitude for the role that Oklahoma State University played in his personal path to success and emphasized that he is now the experienced person in the room.
He stated that he takes his responsibility to share his knowledge with others seriously and hopes that he can inspire future graduates to make a difference in the world.
Sharing Knowledge and Wisdom
Kellington hopes that each graduate’s future days will pass without incident but emphasized that they should take comfort in knowing their OSU education has prepared them for any crisis.
He encouraged the graduates to be the experienced person in the room when the moment calls for it and to share their knowledge with others.
He also emphasized the importance of never giving up and always being prepared for the unexpected.
Not a Hero
Despite being credited with saving Hamlin’s life, Kellington is modest and does not consider himself a hero. He said that he was simply doing his job and that he was in the right place at the right time.
Kellington’s humble attitude and his dedication to his job have made him a role model for many.
Kellington’s inspiring story serves as a reminder that heroes come in all forms. He may not consider himself a hero, but his quick actions and dedication to his job saved a life and inspired many others.
His commencement speech was a testament to the power of education and the importance of sharing knowledge with others.
Graduates of Oklahoma State University are fortunate to have heard Kellington’s words of wisdom and are well-prepared to face any crisis that comes their way.
