Reggie Bush
Born Reginald Bush, this California native came into the world
in March 1985 in San Diego. He grew up in Spring Valley where
his father worked as a campus security officer and his mother
was employed by the county jail as a deputy sheriff. While
attending Helix High School, Bush showed a big interest in
athletics as he succeeded in both football and track. Nicknamed
"The President," Reggie later took his love of football with him
as he went off to college. He has played a variety of positions
as a member of the University of Southern California Trojans
football team. Among them, running back, tail back, wide
receiver, punt and kickoff return. Out of all positions, Bush is
perhaps best noted for his status as a running back. In fact, he
is believed to be one of the best, if not the best, running back
in USC's history.
Among his many accomplishments with the University of Southern
California Trojans, Bush was presented with the Walter Camp
Award, the Doak Walker Award, the Heisman Trophy and was named
the 2005 AP Sportsman of the Year. As a political science major,
it is clear that Reggie Bush is talented in both academics and
athletics. His athletic talent was immediately noticed during
his freshman season at USC, but became even more so during the
years that would follow.
As much as Bush valued his collegiate years, he opted to decline
his senior season in order to prepare himself for the 2006 NFL
draft. On January 12, the announcement was made that Reggie Bush
would declare himself eligible and is predicted to be the first
overall pick. Many experts believe that the Houston Texans, who
currently hold the first pick, will select Reggie Bush in the
2006 NFL draft. Souvenirs, apparel and collectibles featuring
Bush's likeness and jersey number are popular among football
fans everywhere. The collectibles market is one of the largest
revenue generating sources in any sport. Replica jerseys, one of
the most popular forms of sporting apparel, is especially
desirable.
Fans, both NFL and collegiate, can expect to see much more of
Reggie Bush in the future. As his NFL debut most certainly
approaches, eyes will be affixed to the news and the draft picks
to see which team will ultimately select Bush. Whichever
franchise offers him a spot on their national team, one thing is
for sure. Reggie Bush is going places and the adventure begins
in 2006.