Sportsmanship Award For the Week

[busman]

I nominate Robinson Middle School and White Hall Junior High in Arkansas.  Coaches had an agreement that allowed Robinson's #85, a Cerebal Palsey victim, to score a TD.  Informed us, the officiating crew, that if Robinson got down close, they would snap the ball in a shotgun and hand it to #85.  They got to the 5, called a timeout, sent in their play and a new ball autographed by the other ten players on the field at that time.  Ball was snapped, and White Hall players "missed tackles" to allow him to score.  We swapped the ball out and gave it to him as he left the field.  On the ensuing PAT, Robinson's QB took a knee.  Both stands gave loud ovations for the player.

[rickref]

Thanks bus. Great story.

[MrFbOfficial]

Thanks for sharing, busman.  That is a very touching story!   

[GAHSUMPIRE]

That is a nice story, busman, thank you for sharing it.

The only thing I am a little uncomfortable with is referring to #85 as a victim. I realize that I am probably picking nits here, but cerebral palsy hits kind of close to home.

My son has it, and I don't consider him a victim at all. His mountains are a little higher to climb, and it takes him a little more effort to do it, but he does it with a smile on his face- and in his heart. What he has makes him who he is- the toughest little s.o.b. I know.

That's why I don't think he's a victim- he's a conqueror.

OK, I am off my soap box now. Sorry for the preaching.

[Diablo]

That's why I don't think he's a victim- he's a conqueror.

OK, I am off my soap box now. Sorry for the preaching.

After good sermons, apologies are not appropriate.
Thanks !

[bama_stripes]

My son has it, and I don't consider him a victim at all. His mountains are a little higher to climb, and it takes him a little more effort to do it, but he does it with a smile on his face- and in his heart. What he has makes him who he is- the toughest little s.o.b. I know.

That's why I don't think he's a victim- he's a conqueror.

+1       

[KB]

Cerebral palsy comes in many forms.

Here is a man who would never consider himself a victim:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eric_Raymond

All the best to all who have this condition, keep on pushing your envelope!

[McRef77]

After good sermons, apologies are not appropriate.
Thanks !

I agree with Diablo.  No apologies!!  Does anyone know if there is an article on this?  I'd like to post it on my association's website.

[dpflank21]

Amen sir!

It's always good the hear about those folks that don't back away from challenges, or higher mountains!