Who are Travis Hunter’s parents Ferrante Edmonds and Travis Hunter Sr.?
Travis Hunter sent a direct message to his father during his Heisman trophy acceptance speech, dedicating the award to him.
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College football sensation and 2024 Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter has well and truly made his parents proud. While his father wasn’t present during the grand ceremony at New York, Hunter Sr. made it clear that he intended to be by his son’s side when he gets drafted in the NFL next year.
Travis Hunter was born to Ferrante Edmonds and Travis Hunter Sr. in West Palm Beach, Florida. Travis spent his early childhood in Florida and later moved to Georgia to attend high school. He also has a younger brother named Trayvis.
The Colorado star has time and again acknowledged the role of his parents in his career. He even had an emotional message dedicated to his father during his Heisman trophy acceptance speech. Here’s what you need to know about Travis Hunter’s parents.
Who are Tarvis Hunter’s parents?
Travis Hunter Sr. and Ferrante Edmonds are the parents of college football star Travis Hunter. His father, Travis Sr., was an athlete himself, running track and playing football for Boynton Beach High School in Florida.
Speaking of his father in his emotional Heisman Trophy acceptance speech, Travis sent a direct message to him, who couldn’t attend the ceremony but watched from home. Fighting back tears, Travis thanked his father for everything he endured and for the few games he could make during high school.
I want to say something to my father. He’s not here and wasn’t able to make it but I know you’re watching on TV. Dad, I love you. All the stuff you went through, man…. look at your oldest son. I did it for you, man. All the times you ain’t get to see me, and the times that you came to see my games. From probably two games in high school to seeing me on TV every weekend and coming to see me, man, that means so much to me.
Travis Hunter in his Heisman trophy acceptance speech
What a moment for Travis Hunter's dad as he watches his son win the Heisman. 🥲🥹
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Travis Hunter’s father has always believed in his son’s potential and made sure to remind him of it. Speaking to The Palm Beach, he shared how proud he is of Travis and said he wasn’t surprised by his son’s success.
I always know he could win, if he put his mind to win. He’s always had that … since he started playing football when he was 4 years old. At the end of the day, I would always tell him he’s the best player anyway so he’s got to go out there and play like it.
Travis Hunter Sr. told The Palm Beach
He often told his son that he was “the best player in the world” and encouraged him to play like it. While Travis Sr. couldn’t attend the Heisman ceremony, he said that he looks forward to being there for future milestones like his son’s wedding and draft day.
Where are Travis Hunter’s parents from?
Travis Hunter’s parents Travis Hunter Sr. and Ferrante Edmonds are from Florida. His father grew up in Boynton Beach, where he was an athlete, running track and played football. Travis Hunter Sr. still lives in Florida.
His mother Ferrante Edmonds also comes from Florida and has been a constant support in Travis’s life. The Colorado star has always been grateful for the sacrifices his mother made. As a sign of his love and appreciation, he bought her a five-bedroom house.
What did Tarvis Hunter’s parents do for a living?
Travis Hunter’s father was an athlete who played semi-professional football in Florida for leagues like the Football Alliance and Southern States Football League. He also won an award as the Offensive Rookie of the Year in 2007.
His mother, Ferrante Edmonds, was a housewife. She dedicated her time to raising Travis and his brother Trayvis. She called her son a “blessing” for all that he has achieved in life and made them proud.
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