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They Picked the Wrong Day to Try Me Today reminded me of something I already know too well: some people underestimate me because I’m Deaf. Just because I don’t always speak up when I walk into a place doesn’t mean I’m slow. It doesn’t mean I’m not paying attention. And it definitely doesn’t mean I can’t tell when something isn’t mathing. Sometimes I take my boys to Barberz Inc., but usually it’s more of our last resort when the other barbershops aren’t available. When we do g

Burlington City Basketball Ever since I moved to Burlington City, I’ve been paying attention to the young athletes around here. When my sons moved in with me full-time about seven years ago, they were coming from Frederick, Maryland, where they had been living with their mother and attending school. Once they came to live with me and started attending Wilbur Watts, I was still trying to learn Burlington City and figure out what was available for them. At that time, I actually

🏀 Got Basketball In You Training Website Has Been Updated! I’ve been working on making the website cleaner, stronger, and more informative so families and young athletes can really see what we’re building. You can now check out: 🏀 Who Is Coach Dee Brown? 🏀 Training Services & Pricing 🏀 609 Basketball Jersey Made — AAU Program coming in 2027 🏀 Deaf & Hearing Summer Basketball Camp — 2027 🏀 Booking & Contact Information 609 Basketball Jersey Made represents our basketball

Here’s a few clips of my sons putting in work on the football field over the past two weeks. 🏈💪🏾 As some of y’all know, DeBron wasn’t too crazy about football before, but now he’s starting to like it more as he learns the game. Every practice I can see him getting better and better. He’s pretty good at catching the ball, and his speed is definitely improving. I’ve been trying my best to capture both of my sons because DeBron and Cameron play in two different age groups, 14

A lot of people see Def Familia today, but they don’t know where the vision really came from. More than 25 years ago, I had a plan. My dream was to make it to the NBA, and I already knew what I wanted to do if that opportunity came. I wanted to use that platform and that money to establish my own business, create opportunities, bring people together, and build something much bigger than myself. Before that NBA tryout ever happened, I had already played three years of basketba

Ready to Learn ASL? Book Your Session Today! 🤟🏾 Have you always wanted to learn American Sign Language but didn’t know where to start? Let’s Learn ASL Better Together is here to help make learning ASL comfortable, welcoming, and beginner-friendly. Whether you want to learn ASL to communicate with a Deaf family member, friend, coworker, student, customer, or simply because you’ve always wanted to learn, this is a great place to begin. What You Can Expect Our ASL sessions are

Today I worked 12 hours. By the time I got home, I was tired and ready to shut everything down for the night. But being a father doesn’t work like that. Before I can really rest, I have to make sure my sons are good. One was already asleep when I checked on him, he was already knocked out after football practice. That’s when it hit me — we all had a long day. The other two were in their room too, but it was too dark to even take a picture. That moment made me think. A job has

From Trenton to Burlington City: Finding Accessibility, Community & a Basketball Home Before moving to Burlington City, I really didn’t know what to expect. Trenton will always be part of who I am. That’s where I’m from, and basketball is a big part of the culture I grew up around. For a long time, I honestly believed Trenton was the city where the real ballers were. But eventually, as a Deaf father raising my sons, I reached a point where I needed something different for my

High school basketball recruit Julian Corry is entering an exciting new chapter in his basketball career after transferring from Palmyra High School to Burlington City High School. The talented forward has shown that he can make an impact on both ends of the court, using his athleticism, size, rebounding, scoring ability, and defensive presence to help his team. Now at Burlington City, Corry has a fresh opportunity to take his game to another level. With a new team, new comp

Could the Burlington City Blue Devils be a BCSL championship contender this season? 👀 The Blue Devils just landed Julian Corry, giving head coach Bryan Warrick another talented piece to work with. With Warrick’s NBA experience and player-development background, Corry could take a major leap and become a completely different player this season. Jamie Lambing is another name to watch after knocking down 69 three-pointers last season, giving Burlington City a dangerous shooter

JULIAN CORRY A New Chapter in Burlington City One of South Jersey’s emerging two-sport athletes is making a move. Julian Corry, Class of 2028, has transferred from Palmyra High School to Burlington City High School, bringing serious size, athleticism and potential to the Blue Devils. Standing around 6’8” and 205 pounds, Corry is making noise in both basketball and football. On the hardwood, he averaged approximately 10.8 points, 8.8 rebounds and 3.1 blocks per game last seaso

Sometimes a Picture Speaks a Thousand Words… But I See Millions They say a picture speaks a thousand words, but sometimes the person behind the camera sees a million more. When I took this picture of my sons and my godson, I didn’t just see four young men standing together. I saw the vision in them. I saw the bond. I saw the future. Def Familia has never only been about taking care of your family. It’s about building around them, leading them, teaching them, and helping guide

✍🏾 The Def Familia Blog Is Growing: Meet Our Writers & Contributors Def Familia has always been about more than one person. It’s about family, community, different perspectives, and giving people a place where their voices can be heard — or seen. As the Def Familia Blog continues to grow, I’m proud to introduce the writers and contributors who are helping us take this platform to another level. My sons are becoming young writers themselves, sharing their perspectives on spor

A new NFL season means a fresh start, new expectations, and plenty of excitement for fans everywhere. Whether your team is chasing a championship or rebuilding, there’s always something to look forward to. Watch for your favorite players to make big plays, while young stars look to break out and become the next fan favorites. There will be tough losses and unexpected surprises, but that’s what makes football so exciting. Get ready for big plays, new stars, unforgettable momen

Ball Up at Moody Park 🏀 After spending some time with their Uncle Nass, we stopped by Moody Park before heading home. Of course, once my boys saw the court, they had to get some work in. 🏀💪🏾 No matter where we go, if there’s a basketball court around, they’re ready to hoop. It’s bigger than just playing basketball — every time they touch the court is another opportunity to work, compete, learn and get better. The grind doesn’t always have to happen in a gym. Sometimes you

Family, Basketball & a Moment My Boys Won’t Forget Today my boys and I went to spend some time with their Uncle Nass. We were just vibing, laughing, enjoying family time and making memories together. 🙏🏾❤️ Sometimes it’s the simple moments that mean the most. God is good. After leaving their uncle, I took the boys over to Moody Park. Of course, when we see a basketball court, we have to get some runs in 😂🏀. We played two games, had some fun, and let the boys hoop. After Mo

My boys and I went to visit my brother—their uncle—and spent some time with him. Before heading home, I took the boys to Moody Park, where we played two games. After that, we stopped at Halo Farm to grab some juices and ice cream. While we were waiting in line, I noticed this guy who looked familiar. I’ve seen him at almost every big basketball game around Trenton, especially high school games and over at Cadwalader Park. While I was paying, he walked up to my boys and asked,

Travel Tip #1: Don’t Pay for Your Dominican Republic E-Ticket If you’re traveling to the Dominican Republic for the first time, one of the most important things you’ll need is the Dominican Republic E-Ticket. The good news? It’s 100% FREE. Unfortunately, many travelers end up paying third-party websites because they don’t realize the official E-Ticket doesn’t cost anything. What is the E-Ticket? The Dominican Republic E-Ticket is an online travel form required for everyone en

Why Sosúa? 🇩🇴🌴 This is one of the many reasons we chose Sosúa, Dominican Republic for Players Ball on the Island 2027. Crystal-clear water, beautiful beaches, authentic Dominican culture, and unforgettable experiences all in one destination. I explain exactly why we chose Sosúa over other destinations in my latest blog. 🌐 www.playersballontheisland.com Would you vacation here? Tell me yes or no in the comments!

For years, my brother kept telling me, “Get your passport.” He had been traveling to Sosúa, Dominican Republic, and every time we talked, he’d ask if I finally got one. As a single father raising three boys, it wasn’t that simple. My children always came first, so I kept putting it off. For two or three years straight, my brother stayed on me about getting my passport. As my boys got a little older, I finally decided it was time. I got my passport, called my brother, and we i