Blythewoodâs Burrell chooses service, sacrifice going to West Point
Blythewoodâs Burrell chooses service, sacrifice going to West Point By Joe Gorchow | February 3, 2021 at 6:38 PM EST - Updated February 3 at 7:38 PM
BLYTHEWOOD, S.C. (WIS) - Blythewoodâs Jordan Burrell commits to more than playing a game on the gridiron. He pledges himself to service and sacrifice by signing on to play for Army.
His parents were initially surprised by the decision.
Doing what they said I couldnât do. still just the beginning! 100% COMMITTED #BeatNavy ð´ââ ï¸ pic.twitter.com/9SHUME0sAZâ Jordan Burrell â (@ jordanburrell) February 3, 2021
âThey were a little shocked at first,â mentioned Burrell. âI think they really appreciate my hard work and thoughts. They always tell me they support me 100%.â