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a great story about Ryan Switzer


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I hope he makes the team.  He was one punt return td short of tying the NCAA record, and we could use him.  But I also want him on the team because he is an incredible story.  His friendship with a small kid with some challenges is inspiring.  It's not long and well worth the read.

https://www.espn.com/blog/acc/post/_/id/96412/ryan-switzers-act-of-kindness-creates-lifelong-bond-and-inspires-school   

"As Switzer grew into one of the best athletes to come out of West Virginia, Reid was alongside him as a member of the team. Switzer introduced Charleston to his friend, and the city gravitated toward Reid, known as “Pint” because of his small size.

“All because one jock took the time and made an effort, everyone, from junior high to high school, accepted Cliff and the other kids [in his class],” said Ellars, who was Reid’s aide, too. 

Switzer said he doesn’t remember seeing someone with Down syndrome or on the autism spectrum before sixth grade, when he saw Reid eating lunch. Later that week, he encountered Reid alone in the gym, shooting baskets.

“Something just clicked,” Switzer said."

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