Before Hampton headed back to Troy, he took time out to speak to an audience of over 400 people at a Fellowship of Christian Athletes function at Cross Point Baptist Church last Thursday. Other featured speakers were Jacksonville State football player Brandt Thomas and radio talk show host Rick Burgess.
Hampton was joined by Troy offensive linemen Will Chambliss and Jacob Creech, who both share in Hampton’s religious nature.
“It was a great night,” Hampton said. “I think a lot of people came to Christ, and it was a great thing to watch.”
Hampton shared a few of his experiences while growing up in Cedar Bluff. He’s taking what he’s learned and applying it to his college life at Troy.
“This summer, me, Will Chambliss, Jacob Creech and (fellow teammate) Tyler Clark … we have a little accountability partnership. We meet at least once a night and ask each other how we’re doing with our faith, football, whatever you want to get off your chest,” Hampton said.
“It’s really helped me and I think it’s helped them. We’re just trying to know each other, how each other works. It’s kind of a relief to get things off of your chest. It’s something great. We have FCA and Campus Outreach, stuff like that we all go to, so it’s pretty big.”
Hampton, a 6-foot-2, 215 pound sophomore, played sparingly as a freshman last season for the Trojans. In eight games, he completed 6-of-11 passes for 45 yards and a touchdown. He also rushed for 161 yards on 26 carries as the Trojans went 8-4.
Hampton said he learned a lot last season and is thrilled to take over the reigns as the Trojans’ top quarterback.
“Being named the starter was great, but there’s also a lot of stuff that comes with that,” Hampton said. “If you win, then you’re the best player on the field. If you lose, then you’re the worst player. There’s a lot of pressure that comes with it, but I’m used to it. I think we’re going to have a really good season.”
Troy opens the 2008 football season on August 28 at Middle Tennessee State.
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