I have watched Your speech about a dozen times . It never ceases to amaze me . From just one nobody Vol fan..Thank You , Inky . You embody the legend of the team .
Even if you are a Georgia, LSU, Florida, Tide, or any other fan of football you should enjoy this video. Inky Johnson was simply comparing football to life. Leave it all on the line, and give your all every day. Beautiful speech.
The best by the best "Inky Johnson" a true Volunteer. You really captured the spirit of really what it's all about in this video, true to yourself & God & your team-mates. After watching this video, I get a sense of pride that a new era has started. Thanks, VFL
I remember all the greats. At 36 years old I remember all the magnificent players. We are talking White, Pickens, Manning, Carter, Burnett, Lewis, Inky, Berry and soooo many more. Go Big Orange!
I have always been a Vol fan. I grew up going to the games and have being going to home games since I was in 4th grade. I am about to graduate from UT this year, and I will always be a Vols fan - it's in my blood.
When General Austin Shofner returned from WWII one of the first things he did was to visit his former Coach, General Robert Neyland. General Shofner had led the only escape from the Japanese POW camps in the Philippines, worked with the Filipino Resistance, reported to FDR (for the first time) the real conditions of Allied POWs; asked for another combat assignment and was wounded on the second day of the Liberation of Peleliu. After recovery was Headquarters Chief of Staff for the Invasion of Okinawa and lead a Diplomatic Liaison for the Liberation of China.... The two men were delighted to see one another, shook hands, and Shofner took a seat.... After some small talk, among Neyland and those few gathered, General Bob Neyland asked General Shofner how he was able to escape..... "Well, sir, I took one of you examples......., I looked for an Opportunity and I seized it..." Bob Neyland looked his former player dead in the eye.....and, the others in the room saw the only time tears came to Neyland's face, as these tears had mates. Neyland hugged Shofner and said, "Son, I am so Proud YOU are Home...!" A student athlete had taken the lesson to heart..... General Neyland's Maxims......, No. 2. Play for and make the breaks and when one comes your way - SCORE. The lesson NEVER GIVE UP, NEVER LET DOWN...... From the Smoky Mountains, to the Mighty Muddy, from Rolling Bluegrass, to Crimson Clover; MY, Our Tennessee and, at the end of the day, may She wrap her arms of Honor around me and Hold me Tight in Her Clay.... www.nytimes.com/1999/11/17/us/austin-conner-shofner-83-led-escape-at-pow-camp.html
Hey Brother, I just want to say thanks for incorporating me in something so great. GOD bless you in all that you do!
VFL inky I love you bro!
WASSUP INKY
Thank you for being a vol for life and giving your all for tennessee.Go vols!
11 years later and this passionate speech still brings tears to my eyes and makes me want to run thru brick wall!
Inky was going to be an awesome football player. But God found another use for his skill set.
I have watched Your speech about a dozen times . It never ceases to amaze me . From just one nobody Vol fan..Thank You , Inky . You embody the legend of the team .
Mr. Johnson,
I am not a Vol but that is great stuff. God Bless You. War Eagle.
Even if you are a Georgia, LSU, Florida, Tide, or any other fan of football you should enjoy this video. Inky Johnson was simply comparing football to life. Leave it all on the line, and give your all every day. Beautiful speech.
I Love This Video! Every time I watch it I 😭 Thank you for making this! I'm a Vol for life!!! ❤🏈👏 #GBO
I got goosebumps and teared up!
The best by the best "Inky Johnson" a true Volunteer. You really captured the spirit of really what it's all about in this video, true to yourself & God & your team-mates. After watching this video, I get a sense of pride that a new era has started. Thanks, VFL
Love you Inky! 💕💕💕💕
I remember all the greats. At 36 years old I remember all the magnificent players. We are talking White, Pickens, Manning, Carter, Burnett, Lewis, Inky, Berry and soooo many more. Go Big Orange!
Can't hold back the chills!!!
I have always been a Vol fan. I grew up going to the games and have being going to home games since I was in 4th grade. I am about to graduate from UT this year, and I will always be a Vols fan - it's in my blood.
Awesome! Inky you are an inspiration to all! Go vols!
you are truly classy and much more than the Alabama fan who posted earlier, he doesn't even begin to know the true meaning of a volunteer for life!
This is nothing short of amazing! Go Vols!!!
This is, basically, the greatest video of all-time.
Fuck Alabama.
great video makes me almost want to go out and do two a days again .
This is absolutely incredible... Nearly brought tears to my eyes. Go VOLS! #vfl
Loved this, Love Inky, LOVE my VOLS.
This video was so well put together! Well done! You should work for the Vol network! Subscribed for sure!
+Brandon McGee Thanks Man! Go Vols! SEC Champs this year?
wow that gave me chills
When General Austin Shofner returned from WWII one of the first things he did was to visit his former Coach, General Robert Neyland. General Shofner had led the only escape from the Japanese POW camps in the Philippines, worked with the Filipino Resistance, reported to FDR (for the first time) the real conditions of Allied POWs; asked for another combat assignment and was wounded on the second day of the Liberation of Peleliu. After recovery was Headquarters Chief of Staff for the Invasion of Okinawa and lead a Diplomatic Liaison for the Liberation of China.... The two men were delighted to see one another, shook hands, and Shofner took a seat.... After some small talk, among Neyland and those few gathered, General Bob Neyland asked General Shofner how he was able to escape..... "Well, sir, I took one of you examples......., I looked for an Opportunity and I seized it..." Bob Neyland looked his former player dead in the eye.....and, the others in the room saw the only time tears came to Neyland's face, as these tears had mates. Neyland hugged Shofner and said, "Son, I am so Proud YOU are Home...!" A student athlete had taken the lesson to heart..... General Neyland's Maxims......, No. 2. Play for and make the breaks and when one comes your way - SCORE. The lesson NEVER GIVE UP, NEVER LET DOWN...... From the Smoky Mountains, to the Mighty Muddy, from Rolling Bluegrass, to Crimson Clover; MY, Our Tennessee and, at the end of the day, may She wrap her arms of Honor around me and Hold me Tight in Her Clay.... www.nytimes.com/1999/11/17/us/austin-conner-shofner-83-led-escape-at-pow-camp.html
Vol for life, how could you not be? Tim Smith.
That my friends,,,
Is a Man!
Chill. Bumps.
If you don't have them, check your pulse.
Awesome work!
great video and great tradition there
Inspirational
In all honesty the soundtrack of Oblivion is my favorite part of this.
Best. Video. EVER!!!
Epic
1 person is a Vandy fan.
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🔶 VOL for LIFE 🔶 TENNESSEE U.S.A.🇺🇸
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Well said Mr. Johnson, our beloved game of football is a metaphor for our great game of life.
Inky,, you won big time! 🏈"T" POWER