Trailblazer Toni Harris Graduates with Four Degrees after Pioneering US Football Scholarship
Enrolling at East Los Angeles College, Harris played as a free safety for two seasons, receiving six scholarship offers from various schools, including Bethany College, Adams State University, Graceland University, Kentucky Christian University, and Lindenwood University-Belleville.
AKACHI NOEL 
Toni Harris, a 24-year-old football trailblazer, has made history as the first woman to secure a full scholarship as a non-specialist and the second woman ever to play football on scholarship. Overcoming challenges such as sexism, racism, and a battle with ovarian cancer at 18, Harris emerged as a motivational figure and role model for young girls aspiring to excel in the sport.
Born in Detroit, Michigan, in 1996, Harris's journey in football began at the age of six when she started playing flag football. Despite facing adversity, she joined her high school's junior varsity team as a wide receiver. Battling against stereotypes and health setbacks, Harris persevered, transferring to a different high school where she played as a cornerback on the varsity team.
Enrolling at East Los Angeles College, Harris played as a free safety for two seasons, receiving six scholarship offers from various schools, including Bethany College, Adams State University, Graceland University, Kentucky Christian University, and Lindenwood University-Belleville.
In an extraordinary accomplishment, Harris graduated with four degrees, demonstrating her commitment to academic excellence alongside her groundbreaking achievements in football. Beyond her athletic prowess, she serves as an inspiration through her motivational speaking engagements and serves as a beacon of resilience for those facing adversity.
