The Beauty of a Comeback Story: Jacob Nesbit Fights Back from a Baseball Injury
Coppell baseball player and star shortstop overcame a serious back injury that took away most of his junior season.
Michael Shultz injured his knee playing defensive end, then reinjured it again during a wrestling match
It was more than a bump or bruise. This injury was the biggest challenge Michael has ever faced in his athletic career.
Football and track athlete Payne Moser had a sprained ankle that would not heal
The foot and ankle pain was diagnosed as tarsal coalition, repairable with surgery, and Moser is now competing on a college scholarship.
Recovering from an ACL injury can be very tough, but junior Andi Nelson came back from her injuries even stronger
During her freshman season in 2020, Nelson was playing in a varsity softball game and tore her ACL and meniscus.
Greater Atlanta Christian School’s Brandon Beckham back on football field after life-altering injury
Gradually, the hip pain got worse, and Beckham couldn’t even run. Thoughts of the worst outcome started running through his mind.
When Mackenzie Bickett injured her knee in a basketball scrimmage her junior year, she committed to overcome
Through a comprehensive and collaborative effort, Mackenzie returned to the basketball court 11 months after surgery, stronger than ever.
Torn UCL in High School Doesn’t Stop Ben King from Playing D1 Baseball
During King’s sophomore season of high school baseball he started to experience some pain in his elbow. After an MRI is was determined that he tore his UCL.
McKaley Boston went from a Snapped ACL to a College Soccer Career
McKaley was tackled to the ground fighting for a loose ball. She heard her knee pop the moment they collided.
Demetria Prewitt’s basketball dreams seemed to come to a halt. That was then, this is now.
Demetria Prewitt, the Madison La Follette basketball player grinded through an 11-month rehab program for a torn ACL she suffered while competing in an AAU game in July 2019.
Kaneland High School 3-sport athlete eyes return after bone and ligament injury
Nathan Campbell, a sophomore at Kaneland High School, is working his way back to the baseball diamond after suffering a serious knee injury last year.
Luke’s Story: Return to Basketball After Back-to-Back ACL Injuries
For some young athletes, an ACL tear might mean the end of competitive play. But Luke felt confident he’d come back from his injury. After all, he had done it two years earlier — overcoming a torn right ACL just before starting high school.
Injury Temporarily Sidelines Highland Gymnastics state champion Paige Yu
"I am disappointed that I can not compete this season, but I am even more excited for next season," said Paige Yu, who is being recruited by Ohio State and Kent State.
Paralyzed by pool injury, Hilliard high schooler makes comeback for track
In July, Hilliard Bradley freshman Grady Way was enjoying his last summer before starting high school and playing on the Jaguars’ football team. But, a headfirst dive into his family’s pool changed his life forever.
Senior Wrestler Kody Ketchum Battles Back from 2 Injuries
Kody Ketchum, a senior at Park Hill High School in Kansas City, Missouri, began wrestling when he was just 6 years old. The sport has taught him many lessons, including how to overcome setbacks. So when he suffered multiple injuries in high school – causing him to miss his junior and freshman seasons – his first instinct wasn’t to give up, but instead to keep on going.
Basketball player Ella Dickerson Comes Back Strong after ACL Injury
My faith, family, doctors, my therapist, athletic trainers, teammates, coaches and friends have all helped me get to where I am today.
Volleyball star Lauren Ramspott eyes big comeback after season lost to knee injury
Lauren Ramspott had no idea what was in store for her when she felt some pain in her knee during Iowa City Liberty's first home match of 2021. She had never been seriously injured before.
Tennessee Commit Begins Rehab For Season-Ending Injury
Tennessee commit Ethan Davis has begun rehab on his torn labrum and will forgo his senior season.
Moeller HS lacrosse player returns after injury, surgery, rehab and recovery
The original timeline for complete recovery was 12 months. Wendling was back playing competitively in eight. “To me, the mental game is the biggest part of recovery,” he said.
Track and field: Osakis' Stewart Jones sets sights on recovery after knee injury halts standout junior year
Jones won the 110-hurdles before suffering a knee injury during a long jump. That injury cut short a season that showed potential for him to chase multiple school records and state entries.
Erika Vonderheide Returns to the Field, Fully Recovered from Traumatic Brain Injury
During a high school lacrosse match Erika Vonderheide suffered a concussion. She rested and recovered, but four months later, worried something might be wrong.