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Chaisson's Selfless Attitude Hard at Work
October 06, 2005 | Football
NORMAN, Okla. -- You won't see senior Kelvin Chaisson looking to talk to reporters. You won't catch him celebrating every time he executes a play, or even giving himself credit for a game-changing block. In fact, you might not even notice him.
But don't overlook Chaisson. His teammates certainly don't.
Chaisson's selfless attitude has earned him the respect and admiration of his teammates. The silent leader exemplifies the qualities of a good teammate through his responsibility, determination and positive attitude. He is consistent on the field, but most don't know he is consistent off of the field as well.
"Kelvin would promote another person before himself," said his mother, Deborah Chaisson. "He would give something up to help another person."
Kelvin Chaisson Bio & Photos | Sooner Gameday Central - Texas
As long as his mom can remember, Chaisson has put others first. She recalled a time in middle school when the class was assigned individual projects. She said Kelvin spent so much time helping other people with a project assignment that he contributed to classmate's achieving a better grade.
"He gave his best to others and spent less time on his own assignment."
According to loved ones, that's just Kelvin.
"Kelvin is so humble," said Antoinette Wadsworth, Chaisson's fiance and OU women's basketball player. "He really values his friendships and would do anything to help someone else out. He knows the responsibility of being a friend and teammate."
Chaisson learned the meaning of responsibility early in life. Deborah Chaisson said he learned to tell time at the age of four and began to work on time management skills. He set his own bedtime and followed it. He learned the habits from his mom. Chaisson would watch her set timers as she worked on tasks.
"When I didn't finish something by the end of the timer, Kelvin would ask me why," she said.
Deborah said she tried to explain that she didn't realize the task would take more time than she allowed and Chaisson responded, "I'm always going to finish things on time."
And he does. Kelvin will be graduating in December and those who know him have seen firsthand how hard he has worked to be able to wear a cap and gown.
"You can't do anything without a degree these days," said Chaisson. "Graduating wasn't a choice for me."
While he might not like to draw attention to himself, people can't help but notice Chaisson's positive attitude and appreciation for life.
"Kelvin makes it comfortable for people to talk to him about things," said Wadsworth. "He puts you at ease and is genuinely a nice person."
Aside from doing what he's asked to do and playing hard, Chaisson says he tries to set an example for younger teammates by going to class, following the rules and continuing to be positive.
"Nobody wants to be around a person who is mad all the time." Chaisson said. "I try to stay happy."
He certainly has a lot to be happy about. Chaisson says he does his best on the field and in the classroom. His hard work has obviously paid off. He continues to set an example for younger members simply by staying on course and doing what is asked of him.
You probably won't hear too much about him this year and he likes it that way. But as OU's younger players are learning the ropes, all eyes are on him.
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But don't overlook Chaisson. His teammates certainly don't.
Chaisson's selfless attitude has earned him the respect and admiration of his teammates. The silent leader exemplifies the qualities of a good teammate through his responsibility, determination and positive attitude. He is consistent on the field, but most don't know he is consistent off of the field as well.
"Kelvin would promote another person before himself," said his mother, Deborah Chaisson. "He would give something up to help another person."
Kelvin Chaisson Bio & Photos | Sooner Gameday Central - Texas
As long as his mom can remember, Chaisson has put others first. She recalled a time in middle school when the class was assigned individual projects. She said Kelvin spent so much time helping other people with a project assignment that he contributed to classmate's achieving a better grade.
"He gave his best to others and spent less time on his own assignment."
According to loved ones, that's just Kelvin.
"Kelvin is so humble," said Antoinette Wadsworth, Chaisson's fiance and OU women's basketball player. "He really values his friendships and would do anything to help someone else out. He knows the responsibility of being a friend and teammate."
Chaisson learned the meaning of responsibility early in life. Deborah Chaisson said he learned to tell time at the age of four and began to work on time management skills. He set his own bedtime and followed it. He learned the habits from his mom. Chaisson would watch her set timers as she worked on tasks.
"When I didn't finish something by the end of the timer, Kelvin would ask me why," she said.
Deborah said she tried to explain that she didn't realize the task would take more time than she allowed and Chaisson responded, "I'm always going to finish things on time."
And he does. Kelvin will be graduating in December and those who know him have seen firsthand how hard he has worked to be able to wear a cap and gown.
"You can't do anything without a degree these days," said Chaisson. "Graduating wasn't a choice for me."
While he might not like to draw attention to himself, people can't help but notice Chaisson's positive attitude and appreciation for life.
"Kelvin makes it comfortable for people to talk to him about things," said Wadsworth. "He puts you at ease and is genuinely a nice person."
Aside from doing what he's asked to do and playing hard, Chaisson says he tries to set an example for younger teammates by going to class, following the rules and continuing to be positive.
"Nobody wants to be around a person who is mad all the time." Chaisson said. "I try to stay happy."
He certainly has a lot to be happy about. Chaisson says he does his best on the field and in the classroom. His hard work has obviously paid off. He continues to set an example for younger members simply by staying on course and doing what is asked of him.
You probably won't hear too much about him this year and he likes it that way. But as OU's younger players are learning the ropes, all eyes are on him.
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