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DeLattiboudere said Ekpe is definitely a leader for the defensive line but in more ways than just on the field.
“Hank really is one of the most respectful people on this team. I can really say so. I am confident in that,” DeLattiboudere said.
Off the field Ekpe is well-mannered in his actions. He responds with, ‘yes sir’ or ‘yes ma’am’ to everybody he comes in contact with.
“It has always been like that. I thank my parents every day for raising me well and teaching me how to be respectful to others. Whether that be elders or peers. It goes a long way,” Ekpe said.
But that certainly changes on the field, right?
“No sir. I feel at the end of the day it doesn’t make you any less than somebody who trash talks if you show sportsmanship,” he said. “I have learned to understand that people have different personalities. It is not bad if somebody trash talks and it is not bad to be polite and respectful on the field. Do not let anybody change who you are.”
http://www.gophersports.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/110316aaa.html
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DeLattiboudere said Ekpe is definitely a leader for the defensive line but in more ways than just on the field.
“Hank really is one of the most respectful people on this team. I can really say so. I am confident in that,” DeLattiboudere said.
Off the field Ekpe is well-mannered in his actions. He responds with, ‘yes sir’ or ‘yes ma’am’ to everybody he comes in contact with.
“It has always been like that. I thank my parents every day for raising me well and teaching me how to be respectful to others. Whether that be elders or peers. It goes a long way,” Ekpe said.
But that certainly changes on the field, right?
“No sir. I feel at the end of the day it doesn’t make you any less than somebody who trash talks if you show sportsmanship,” he said. “I have learned to understand that people have different personalities. It is not bad if somebody trash talks and it is not bad to be polite and respectful on the field. Do not let anybody change who you are.”
http://www.gophersports.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/110316aaa.html
Go Gophers!!