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High School – Played Quarterback in high school, the renowned South Panola High, in which he lead his team to an undefeated season in route to winning the state championship. Played high school and college football with former Cleveland Brown Dwayne Rudd.

College Career: 4-year starter at Alabama

Pro Career: Entering his 12th year with the Steelers after being drafted in the fourth round in 1998. Deshea and Hines Ward are the only two players remaining on the team from that draft class. A member of Super Bowl XL and XLIII teams. One of the few cornerbacks to have over 20 interceptions and 15 sacks, including a sack in Super Bowl XL. One of the smartest players on the field, Dan Rooney refers to Deshea as “the quarterback of the defense”.

Personal: Married with three children, Deshea resides in Oxford MS. Very active in charities including his own “Pay It Forward Foundation, the
Boys & Girls Club of Batesville MS and the Light of Life Mission and Glimmer of Hope in Pittsburgh. Hosts a radio show on 1250 ESPN Pittsburgh.

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More Camp Information

Mississippi Camp

With two Super Bowl rings, the most recent being won this past February, Townsend beams with pride when talking about the endurance and success of the football day camp. “We are honored that the great people of Batesville have continued to send their kids to our camp. We couldn’t do it without the support of [...]

Pittsburgh Camp

This is the first running of the Pay It Forward Day Camp, a fundamental football skills clinic coupled with a leadership academy, open to youth in the 2nd through 12th grades (girls are strongly encouraged to attend). The camp will be held from 9 am – 2 pm and lunch and beverages will be provided to [...]