University Of Houston Graduate Now Famous For Backflip Attempt

Graduating from college is a big moment for many. Finally completing your education is something everybody dreams of. Everybody, including the graduate themselves, is very excited for the big day.

Celebrations occur both on and off the stage too. We've all seen someone do something very interesting when walking across the stage to get their diploma. Also, some people enjoy sounding air horns when they see their graduate walk, which is certainly something.

But what happens when somebody tries to do something to celebrate they made it to the end of their school journey and it goes awry? Well, for one University of Houston graduate, that's what happened!

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How Did One UH Graduate Become Internet Famous?

Well first, we've got to see what happened that made the individual the talk of the internet:

Well, first, we have to state thankfully they're ok! According to Click2Houston, Kenneth Cofer III wanted to make the moment simply unforgettable:

“I wanted to do it because I wanted to remember my graduation...I thought it would bring some laughter.”

He also told Click2Houston about his thoughts in the moment itself:

“In my head, I thought I landed the backflip—I felt like a WWE wrestler...Then I realized I was just lying on the ground.”

So what are the plans for the new Houston graduate? Well, he told the news organization that backflips might not be happening anytime soon. But hey, one thing is for sure, he'll be remembered for a long time!

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