On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, senior Joe Pearson played in The Dream Bowl All-Star Game in Roanoke, Va. After being selected as a captain for his natural leadership abilities, his team went on to shut out their opponents 37–0. This college bowl showcased 76 NCAA Division III and NAIA athletes from across the country.

The offensive lineman was nominated after the Guilford football team finished top-three in the Old Dominion’s Athletic Conference for passing and averaged 376.1 yards in total offense.

After an outstanding performance in The Dream Bowl, Pearson was invited to play in the Hansen Bowl in Virginia Beach, Va on Feb. 18.

His employer was so impressed by his work ethic and athletic prowess that he helped pay for Pearson to attend his second all-star event. When not on the field or in the classroom Pearson works on a farm performing grounds maintenance duties including bailing hay.

As Canadian Football League scouting  camps approach, Pearson trains at Proehlific Park to increase his potential for playing football at the professional level.

As he continues to impress coaches at all-star events, Pearson remains humble in his pursuit of his childhood ambition.