Carlton Brewster

American football player and coach.

Carlton Brewster - American football player and coach.
Born

February 12th, 1983
42 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played college football at a prominent university and transitioned to a coaching career in American football. Contributed to the development of young athletes through various coaching positions, focusing on skill enhancement and team strategy. Achieved recognition for coaching a successful high school football team, leading them to championship titles.

Played college football at a prominent university

Coached a championship-winning high school football team

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