A special athlete
I’m submitting this to Skeet’s Share Some Good STuff.
He may be a one of a kind high school athlete. He goes to high school in Cherry Hill, a little over an hour away from me. He letters in two varsity sports, basketball and golf. He has Down Syndrome. His name is Brad, and he recently scored a three pointer during a high school basketball game that drew thunderous applause from both teams and fans. As I recently read this NJ.com news story online, it brought tears of joy to my eyes. Why? It is always touching to read stories where someone with a disability is accepted for who they are, but it thrills me when stories like this receive press coverage. More of society needs to become more accepting and compassionate.
Brad not only goes to school and participates in extracurricular activities, but he also holds down two part time jobs. Brad’s parents give much credit to his coach and fellow students for showing their support. And, just in case that’s not enough, there is more. Brad does some public speaking and he is a Special Olympics gold medal holder in golf, as well as having won many other medals as well.
I think it’s great to see this kind of news, and wanted to share it. If everyone who read it shared it with one other person, and each person kept sharing it with one other person, more people would certainly realize that every human being has value, can make a contribution, and has feelings. Then we will have made an important step towards breaking the cycle of ignorance. So please, help me share this good stuff.
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What a great story, Val! People with special needs are sometimes dismissed merely because they are “different.” I’m so glad this young man has a supportive community to encourage him - though it does’t sound like he needs much encouragement!
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I agree, and I think it’s great!
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What a story! I’m glad you shared.
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