In what can only be described as a heart-wrenching decision for any athlete, UTSA's star quarterback, Frank Harris, is hanging up his cleats for good. The venerable leader of the Roadrunners’ football squad took to social media Tuesday to declare the end of a chapter that saw him set more than 30 program records, as per KSAT. Plagued by injuries throughout his college career, including 10 surgeries, Harris has decided that his health takes precedence over a potential professional career.
"The game of football has taught me so much, It has changed my life FOREVER and I’ll forever be thankful for that. With that being said I don’t know how life would be without it, but after having 10 surgeries playing this sport, my body has been through a lot and I don’t regret anything, for it has made me the man I am today. Although this is hard for me, I think it’s best that I move on from football and move onto the next chapter of my life," Harris stated in a post that resonated with finality, as per KSAT.
Harris's journey has been nothing short of tumultuous, going from multiple ACL tears and a shoulder injury to setting a school record of 523 total yards of offense in a single game. Despite his injuries, which included a near brush with losing his leg due to an infection following surgeries, as reported by MSN, Harris managed to amass an impressive 11,862 passing yards, 92 touchdowns, and a 66.9 career completion percentage during his tenure with UTSA.
However, his aspirations go beyond gridiron glory. "I pray I’m not remembered for breaking records or winning games but remembered as a God fearing humble person who LOVES his city and being a great role model for the younger kids," Harris said, focusing on the legacy he hopes to leave behind. Harris' leadership extended off the field as well, as he's been an inspiration for young athletes in his community, demonstrating that perseverance and humility are just as important as any on-field achievements, as per KSAT.
