Being a star athlete requires physical ability and mental sharpness.  They're two skills that also help when considering a career in law enforcement as does having the desire to give back to your community. 

Officer Alijah Halliburton grew up in Aurora and was a star football player at Overland High School before heading to the University of Wyoming. His success there earned him national attention, including from the NFL.  

While his life could have gone in a number of different directions, he chose to come back to Aurora to serve and protect his hometown.