Breaking Barriers, with Aaron Golub - The first legally blind athlete to play Division 1 football
On today's episode I speak to Aaron Golub about his journey and how he refuses to be a victim of circumstance.
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\nAaron became the first legally blind athlete to play American football in a Division 1 game when he was at Tulane University.
\nHe was a captain in his senior year, and went on to also become an NFL free agent. Aaron never let his limited vision get in the way of his success. Aaron\u2019s grit, determination and effort enabled him to earn a spot on the Tulane team, and the respect of his teammates, coaches and fans. Aaron began playing football in seventh grade and worked extremely hard to get where he is today.
\nHis goal is to show others that it doesn\u2019t matter what they are fighting or what their perceived limitations are; anything is achievable with hard work and tuning out the judgment of others.
His planning, passion and perseverance enables him to be successful. Aaron has paved the way for others with disabilities, and shown that the impossible is possible.
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\nStay tuned as we speak about his journey and this incredible story of resilience.
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