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Panthers Gilmore gives back to community where he grew up

CHARLOTTE — All-Pro Carolina Panthers cornerback and Rock Hill-native Stephon Gilmore is determined to give back to his community through the NFL’s annual initiative “My Cause, My Cleats.”

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“I told myself when I was younger that if I get to the next level, I’m going to give back as much as I can. Now that I’m home, I’m trying to be active in the Charlotte area,” Gilmore told Channel 9 reporter DaShawn Brown.

In the video at the top of this webpage, Gilmore shares how he helps children reach their full potential.

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