I picked up Julius one time from football summer practice. Of course we talked nothing but football as I relived my glory days of playing left guard haha. He was so cute (young) and talked about improving his get off speed and wanting to play linebacker like his dad. Alas, he was a lineman as he grew and grew and grew!
Aside from football, Julius emitted kindness and a tenderness that is not common for young men. I could see a gentle side and when I thought about Julius this past week, I thought about how being kind is always in style and in need. What great characteristics. Julius reflected what I perceive as the Poppinga family brand: friendly, tough, hard working, high effort, respectful, smart, faithful...beautiful.
God bless him and his family and all who were able to watch and know him.
Rex Bergsma & Family