Episode 5: Walk This Walk with Integrity

In this inspiring episode, Shawn Simmons opens up about his journey of perseverance after a below-the-knee amputation. Through determination and rehab, he discovered wheelchair basketball — first playing with the ParaSports Spurs and now competing at the collegiate level with the University of Texas at Arlington. His dedication has also led to an invitation to the DK3 Wheelchair Basketball Invitational. Shawn shares heartfelt shoutouts to those who supported him along the way, reflecting on the importance of community and resilience. A proud father of three, he also talks about the legacy of perseverance in his family, including his grandmother who earned her bachelor’s degree at the age of 83. Shawn’s story is a testament to strength, faith, and never giving up.