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Journey to Greatness: LaDainian Tomlinson

LaDainian Tomlinson reflects on his high school lessons and the LT Academy he founded to guide young athletes.

LaDainian Tomlinson learned football at University High School in Waco, Texas, under coach Leroy Coleman. The lessons extended beyond X's and O's. Tomlinson credits his high school coaches for teaching him to be a selfless teammate and leader.

After a Hall of Fame NFL career, Tomlinson started the LT Academy, an after-school program for high school athletes. He uses his experiences to guide the next generation on and off the field.