DM9: Beyond Boundaries

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  • In Honor of Two Giants Who Coached More Than Baseball

    By Damon Mason Before I ever made a team…Before I ever heard my name shouted from the crowd…Before I ever believed I was good enough…There were men like Shelvin “Too Bits” Ceaser and Victor Sanders. These two weren’t just baseball…

    In Honor of Two Giants Who Coached More Than Baseball

  • EPISODE 4: The Cut That Created a Team

    By Damon Mason After two years of watching from the sidelines, dreaming about what it would feel like to finally wear that LaPlace A’s uniform — year three hit different. I was 10 years old now, a little older, a…

    EPISODE 4: The Cut That Created a Team

  • EPISODE 3: “LEGENDS IN MY EYESIGHT”

    Series: From Cut to Called – The Story Behind the Story Blog by Damon Mason | DM9 Chronicles — The Saturday Morning Vibes Were Legendary.Woodland School Grounds came alive every weekend during the summer. For me, those early years —…

    EPISODE 3: “LEGENDS IN MY EYESIGHT”

  • DM9 Origins | Episode 2: “Too Bits & Tryouts”

    I didn’t know much about sports at 8 years old… but I knew enough to stay close to my best friend and follow the crowd. It was my first time trying out for anything. I didn’t even know what “tryouts”…

    DM9 Origins | Episode 2: “Too Bits & Tryouts”

  • DM9 Origins: Episode 1 – The Ride That Changed Everything

    By Damon Mason#DM9StorySeries I didn’t grow up watching sports. As a young boy, sports weren’t really a part of my world—at least not yet. But one day, something shifted. One ride home changed the entire course of my life. I…

    DM9 Origins: Episode 1 – The Ride That Changed Everything

  • Faith Fridays – Week 14: “The Helper Has Come”

    Scripture Focus: Acts 1:4-8 – Jesus tells the disciples to wait for the Holy SpiritActs 2:1-4 – The Day of PentecostSupporting Scriptures: John 14:16-17 – “I will ask the Father, and He will give you another Helper…” Romans 8:11 –…

    Faith Fridays – Week 14: “The Helper Has Come”

  • Moments like this remind me why I do what I do.

    “Love you, Coach! Thank you for all the support you provided throughout this whole season—not just to me, but all of my teammates.”This message came from a young man who I now consider family—Jaden Sancho. I remember the first time…

    Moments like this remind me why I do what I do.

  • Four Young Sirs. One Standard.

    Since my son joined the Arabia Mountain High School football program as a freshman, I’ve had the privilege of not only mentoring him, but also four young men who have stood out to me from day one. Through Diamonds of…

    Four Young Sirs. One Standard.

  • Attention Class of 2026: This Opportunity Was Made With You in Mind

    As the founder of Diamonds of Distinction, I’ve spent years mentoring, coaching, and helping young men and women prepare for opportunities—on the field and in life. Every year, I see student-athletes and families scrambling during senior year, wondering why a…

    Attention Class of 2026: This Opportunity Was Made With You in Mind

  • Faith Fridays – Week 13: “Faith Over Favor”

    Scripture Focus: Daniel 6 – Daniel in the Lions’ DenSupporting Scriptures: Proverbs 3:5-6 – “Trust in the Lord with all your heart…” Galatians 1:10 – “Am I now seeking the approval of man, or of God?” Hebrews 11:6 – “Without…

    Faith Fridays – Week 13: “Faith Over Favor”