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USF football assistant has lessons to share from childhood of tragedy

L’Damian Washington and his brothers fought through despair, grief and even periodic destitution. Now, he seeks to help others when times get tough.

New USF receivers coach L'Damian Washington totaled 100 catches at Missouri, helping lead the Tigers to a share of the SEC East title in 2013. [ UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA ATHLETICS | Photo provided by USF Athletics ]

Joey Knight
Enterprise Reporter

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