Akil Patterson

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Akil Patterson
Born (1983-01-01) January 1, 1983 (age 41)
Education University of Maryland, College Park California University of Pennsylvania Washington University in St. Louis
Occupation(s)Youth Programs Coordinator, Athlete Ally & Community Organizer, Sugar Free Kids

Akil Sadiki Patterson (born January 1, 1983) is an American former college football player and former wrestler, and advocate for LGBT athletes.

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Early life

Patterson attended Frederick High School, Maryland. He attended the University of Maryland, but left in 2003. He attended the California University of Pennsylvania. In 2006, he graduated with a B.S. in Sports Management. [1] [2] [3]

Post-graduation

Patterson came from a wrestling family. He began training as a Greco-Roman wrestler and joined the Terrapins wrestling team at the University of Maryland as a volunteer coach. [4] He led the Terrapin Wrestling Club, which trains young athletes. [5]

In 2020, Mr. Patterson ran in the 13th district for the Baltimore City Council, but was unsuccessful. [6]

Patterson is the community affairs coordinator at Athlete Ally. [5] [7] [8] [9]

In 2022, Patterson became a Social Equity and Economic Development manager. [10]

Professional recognition

Patterson has been featured in The Advocate 's 40 under 40 issue. [9]

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