Background
Danny was born in Van Alstyne, Texas then moved to South Central Los Angeles when he was in the 3rd grade.
Danny was born in Van Alstyne, Texas then moved to South Central Los Angeles when he was in the 3rd grade.
University of California, Los Los Angeles
Danny did not start running Track until the 10th grade at Fairfax High School, when the High School Track coach encouraged him to try out for the team In two short years, Danny cultivated his natural athletic talent, and as a Senior placed 2nd in the 400 meters at the California State High School Track & Field championships. Danny was inducted into the University of California, Los Angeles Athletic Hall of Fame in 2003.
During his career, Danny set five world records in the 300 meters, 400 meters, 1600 meter relay and 4 x 200 meter.
In 1992, Danny qualified for the United States. Olympic Team, running the fastest Olympic qualifying time in United States. history at 43.81 and at that time the 2nd fastest time in history. Danny suffered a foot injury at the 1992 United States. Olympics in Barcelona, Spain.
Danny has served as consultant for local athletic programs, and co-founded "Precious Medals", a sports merchandising firm. Danny is also a talented chef who cultivated his natural culinary skills by attending the Los Angeles Culinary Institute.
He eventually integrated his love for cooking and world travels to launch SoulFête!, (Soul FEH-t) (a combination of the word "Soul" and the French word "Fête" meaning "Celebration") a culinary event series multi-cultural cuisine with Southern Style fare.
He coaches Track & Field for the Ojai Roadrunners in Ojai, California.