Terrell Malley

It is truly an honor and a privilege to be inducted into the PIL Hall of Fame. When I think about this moment, I’m filled with gratitude, not only for the accomplishments being recognized, but for the people, experiences, and lessons that helped shape me along the way.

I graduated from Roosevelt High School in 2009, and looking back, I realize that my journey was about much more than being a valedictorian or a two-sport athlete. Those accomplishments represent years of hard work, dedication, discipline, and commitment, but they also represent the support and sacrifices of so many people who believed in me.

First and foremost, I want to thank my parents, Lorraine and Terry Malley. They gave me the foundation to become the young man I am today. They guided me, challenged me, supported me, and most importantly, gave me opportunities to excel both academically and athletically. They taught me the importance of working hard, staying focused, carrying myself the right way, and taking advantage of every opportunity. I will always be grateful for the sacrifices they made and the values they instilled in me.

I also want to thank my big brother, Jamarian.  He has always pushed me to be better and never allowed me to become too comfortable. That competitive push helped shape me and taught me that there is always another level to reach.

I’m especially thankful for my beautiful wife, Brittany Malley. She has been there since the beginning, through high school and into my college years, supporting me and believing in me throughout the journey. Having someone beside you who believes in your dreams and continues to support you through every stage of life is something I never take for granted.

And to my four children, Aubrey, Jourde, Jalen, and Londyn: you are now one of my greatest sources of motivation. I hope that when you look at my journey, you don't simply see the accomplishments. I hope you see the work behind them. I hope you understand that success doesn't happen by accident. It comes from hard work, dedication, commitment, focus, and the courage to follow your dreams. Whatever dreams you choose for yourselves, I want you to know that you are capable of achieving them if you are willing to put in the work.

I also want to thank the community I grew up in. The people, experiences, friendships, coaches, teachers, teammates, and memories from my childhood helped shape who I am. Those lessons have stayed with me long after my playing days ended, and I will carry them with me for the rest of my life.

Finally, I want to thank the PIL for the years of developing not only great athletes, but great people. The PIL has always represented some of the most competitive athletics in Oregon, and I am incredibly proud to have been a part of it. Competing in that environment taught me lessons that extended far beyond the scoreboard, about discipline, teamwork, accountability, resilience, and representing something bigger than yourself.

Being inducted into the PIL Hall of Fame is an incredible honor, but I also see it as a reminder of where I came from and the people who helped me get here. I am proud of what I accomplished, but even more proud of the person those experiences helped me become.

To everyone who played a part in my journey, thank you. I am truly grateful. This honor belongs not only to me, but to everyone who believed in me, supported me, challenged me, and helped me along the way.

I am proud to be a part of the PIL, proud to be a Roosevelt graduate, and proud to carry these lessons forward to the next generation.

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