High Football IQ - Ticats Today - March 5th, 2025 (ft. DaShaun Amos)

In this episode of Ticats Today, host Steve Milton interviews DaShaun Amos, recently-signed defensive back for the Hamilton Tiger Cats. They discuss DaShaun's impressive career, including his achievements in the CFL, his journey from high school to professional football, and the importance of football IQ. DaShaun shares insights on why he chose the Tiger Cats, the challenges of playing defensive back in a competitive league, and the significance of turnovers in games. The conversation also touches on DaShaun's athletic background, training, and the supportive role of his family and community throughout his career.

Takeaways

• DaShaun Amos is excited to join the Hamilton Tiger Cats.
• His football IQ is crucial for success on the field.
• The Tiger Cats organization exemplifies professionalism.
• Playing defensive back is a challenging position.
• The East division has become very competitive in the CFL.
• Turnovers significantly increase a team's chances of winning.
• DaShaun was a late bloomer in his athletic career.
• His upbringing kept him busy and out of trouble.
• A love for sports was instilled in him from a young age.
• Community support is vital for athletes.

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction to Deshaun Amos

02:36 - Deshaun's Journey and Achievements

04:00 - The Importance of Football IQ

05:44 - Choosing the Tiger Cats

07:47 - The Challenges of Playing Defensive Back

10:16 - Facing Strong Competition in the East

12:03 - The Impact of Turnovers

14:44 - Athletic Background and Training

17:01 - High School and Early Career

19:32 - Community and Closing Remarks

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