Colt McCoy, former University of Texas signal-caller and current NFL quarterback, will be the keynote speaker at Trinity Christian Academy’s Legacy Dinner and Auction at 6 p.m. on Feb. 26. The Legacy Dinner is a biennial event that raises funds for special projects at TCA.
In 2009, McCoy finished his college career with honors including the Davey O’Brien Award, the Walter Camp Award (also in 2008), the Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award, the Maxwell Award, and was the runner-up for the 2009 Heisman Trophy. McCoy was drafted in the third round of the 2010 NFL draft by the Cleveland Browns, playing in eight games during his rookie season. He is now a quarterback for the Arizona Cardinals.
McCoy has been heavily involved in ministry activities in the United States and throughout the world for most of his life, telling audiences large and small about the importance Christ and Scripture have had in his life.
McCoy experienced many challenges as a college quarterback and has known the pressure of being a professional athlete, but it was during his sophomore year at UT that he encountered what he calls a defining moment for him in “my leadership of the football team, in my walk with Christ, and in my life in general.” He goes on to say, “It was because of God, because of my faith in Him, because of the Scripture I read, and my prayers that really got me through that time, and we ended up finishing the season pretty solid on a strong run. At that point, I realized that Christ really is in control. Hard work, your teammates, your coaches--that's going to get you a long way, but without Christ, you can't go the whole mile."
“All of TCA looks forward to this evening,” said TCA Head of School Mike Skaggs. “While it certainly has the important goal of fundraising for a great cause, it is also just one of those special events that you know will both entertain and inspire. You know you will leave encouraged and changed for the better.”
For information on sponsorships or tickets, visit http://www.tcaeagles.org/support/legacyauction.cfm.
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