GRAMBLING — It was instilled in Michael Brooks from a young age to do the right thing.
The LHSAA football champion with Ruston High School, 10-year NFL veteran and Colorado and Louisiana Sports Hall of Famer is the youngest of 13 children. His late mother, Louise, was his best friend while his late World War II veteran father, Oscar, was his hero.
One of the biggest lessons Brooks learned from his family was that if he wanted to be good at something, he had to give it his all. He continued giving back to his community Saturday by holding his first youth football camp at Lincoln Preparatory School.
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Multiple of Brooks' family members and NFL alumni were in attendance at the camp as they look to inspire the next generation.
The LHSAA football champion with Ruston High School, 10-year NFL veteran and Colorado and Louisiana Sports Hall of Famer is the youngest of 13 children. His late mother, Louise, was his best friend while his late World War II veteran father, Oscar, was his hero.
One of the biggest lessons Brooks learned from his family was that if he wanted to be good at something, he had to give it his all. He continued giving back to his community Saturday by holding his first youth football camp at Lincoln Preparatory School.
LHSAA sports: Key dates to know about high school football for 2026 season
Multiple of Brooks' family members and NFL alumni were in attendance at the camp as they look to inspire the next generation.
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