ORANEGE COUNTY, Fla. — Shaquem and Shaquill Griffin have spent their entire lives beating the odds. Now they will use that experience to try to inspire the next generation of UCF graduates.
The Knights from the class of 2016 have been asked to give the commencement address at UCF’s virtual graduation ceremony on May 2.
The twins helped UCF football reach unprecedented success, and now both play for the Seattle Seahawks.
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They said their message to the grads will be about overcoming adversity and making sure they are mentally prepared for any opportunity they may receive.