USC's Jahkeem Stewart makes incredible $10,000 donation to help high school athletes

There are areas that need to be improved in college sports and how NIL is implemented. One of the aspects that are positive, along with players having the ability to be paid, is what student-athletes can then do with their deserved earnings.

USC freshman Jahkeem Stewart made a sizeable contribution to his former high school during this part graduation ceremony at Edna Karr in New Orleans, Louisiana. During his time at the podium, as shared by On3's Scott Schrader, Stewart has donated $10,000 to his former football program to assist in their ability to build a recovery room for the high schoolers.

Stewart is now on the West Coast, looking to make plays for the Trojan defensive line. He has been a committed USC player, focused on doing what he can to best prepare himself for the upcoming season. At the same time, he has continued to remember everyone back at his home and is now doing something tangible, in a way, thanking those who helped allow him to be able to play for a top Division I program in the nation.

Many expect Stewart to be an early feature in coach D'Anton Lynn's defense. It appears that his former high school, as it should, will always hold a close spot in his heart, regardless of the success that he is bound to enjoy in Los Angeles.

USC freshman showing support for former high school program

A picture also circulated on the internet, showing Stewart attending a spring game of his former Edna Karr football team. While something of a celebrity already, before even having played a collegiate snap, the defensive player is also continuing to make an effort to reconnect with those back home for him.

Highly coveted coming out of Louisiana, nicknamed 'Thanos,' Stewart is an excellent talent for the USC staff to continue to develop. Where the athlete currently is, however, is a large testament to his work and the efforts of those who helped him through his senior year. The freshman found a great opportunity to give back to a place that has meant a lot to his career and life to this point.