The story of Jocelyn Malaska is one of perseverance and dedication in the face of adversity. Born in Haiti, Malaska moved to the United States in middle school and did not have much experience playing football. Despite this, his natural athleticism caught the attention of college coaches and led to him receiving more than 10 scholarship offers from programs around the country.
Malaska ultimately chose to attend the University of Utah, where he spent two years on the football team but only played 30 total snaps, all coming on special teams. However, his time at Utah taught him the importance of development and enabled him to grow not only as a football player but also as a person.
Now at the University of Oklahoma as a preferred walk-on, Malaska is eager to contribute in any way he can to help the Sooners succeed. He understands that he may not be a star player, but he is willing to do the hard work on special teams and elsewhere to make a difference for his team.
Malaska’s story is inspirational for anyone facing challenges in their athletic or personal lives. It shows that even if you do not have all the experience or resources of other athletes, you can still succeed if you are willing to work hard, learn from your mistakes, and stay dedicated to your goals. It also underscores the importance of finding the right program and coaches who value development and can help you reach your potential.
