William Sheffield
September 1, 2017
SLMA September – Childhood obesity
September 1, 2017
DAMIEN PENNISON
SENIOR • QUARTERBACK • HOUMA CHRISTIAN
NAME:
Damien Pennison
HEIGHT:
5’9
GRADE:
Senior
SCHOOL:
Houma Christian School
SPORTS PLAYED:
Damien is the starting quarterback for Houma Christian School – a position he’s held for the past three seasons. Warriors coach Chuck Battaglia said he likes Damien’s ability to lead a team, which has benefitted him over the past several seasons on the field on Friday nights.
STATS:
Damien is one of the more athletic, productive players in the Houma-Thibodaux area. Last year, he scored several touchdowns – both with his arm and his legs. Damien is Houma Christian’s leader in passing, of course, but is also one of the team’s rushing yards leaders.
GOALS:
“To make it to the playoffs. Our team wants to get back to that level and reach the next step in our development.”
WORKING ON:
Strength, footwork, accuracy.
STRENGTHS:
Athleticism, experience, quickness.
CREDENTIALS:
Houma Christian School standout Damien Pennison has been a big-time player on the local scene for three years now. A starter since his sophomore campaign, Damien is one of the more athletic student-athletes at Houma Christian School – the type of player who can change a game on any given play. Off the field, Damien said he is like any other teenager. He likes to hang out, relax and have some fun with his buddies.
Visit houmatimes.com to see a video of Damien doing his thing!
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