Dontrel Hall grew up in Pompano Beach, Florida. While completing his undergraduate degree at Concordia University Wisconsin (Bachelor of Science in General Business), Dontrel found an interest in writing and was inspired to write a children's book. After a successful college career as a student-athlete, Dontrel was motivated to help the next generation become better students and athletes. Mr. Hall is a Business Education Teacher and a Sports Site Supervisor at the Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA. Also, Mr. Hall attended Grand Canyon University (Phoenix, Arizona), where he earned his Master's of Education in Educational Leadership.