Got an update today, and it's a good one:

 

Demarco was released from the hospital yesterday, and was back in school this morning. He is able to walk and has no other motor problems. He will be in a neck brace for a while, and still has some swelling on his vertebrae. He'll be going in for more examinations in a few weeks.

 

It's unlikely he'll be able to play any sports again because of the risk of future injury, but the important thing is he's not wheelchair-bound, or worse. God speed on your recovery, Demarco. We're pulling for you.

 

While probably not what he wanted to hear, the fact that he is walking is a wonderful sign. We will keep him in our thoughts and prayers for a speedy and full recovery.

It's a wonder he wasn't hurt worse.

 

Thanks for the good news, Jim!

:thumb::thumb:

EXCELLENT news!!! Thanks Jim

What a blessing to hear that he's okay.

Got an update today, and it's a good one:

 

Demarco was released from the hospital yesterday, and was back in school this morning. He is able to walk and has no other motor problems. He will be in a neck brace for a while, and still has some swelling on his vertebrae. He'll be going in for more examinations in a few weeks.

 

It's unlikely he'll be able to play any sports again because of the risk of future injury, but the important thing is he's not wheelchair-bound, or worse. God speed on your recovery, Demarco. We're pulling for you.

 

Thanks for the update! Hopefully this young man will focus himself for success in other arenas if he is not able to play sports again.If he can't do it on a ball field maybe he will bring his intensity to another walk of life.

Just saw this and as I was reading each post I also was praying...and saw the update and what a Blessing.

God does listen...:thumb:

Thanks for the update! Hopefully this young man will focus himself for success in other arenas if he is not able to play sports again.If he can't do it on a ball field maybe he will bring his intensity to another walk of life.

 

 

I hope so too! We were all so afraid of how my son would react when he found out he couldn't play anymore, but he found his career. Sometimes, things happen for a reason! Best wishes and continued prayers from the Rock house!

Awesome news. Thank you God for the prayers answered on behalf of this young man. Thanks Jim for passing on the news.

A parent's worse nightmare.

 

You aren't kidding. My greatest joy for my son was watching him walk off the field healthy after every game.

Awesome news. Thank you God for the prayers answered on behalf of this young man. Thanks Jim for passing on the news.

Well said.

God does listen...:thumb:

 

Awesome news. Thank you God for the prayers answered on behalf of this young man. Thanks Jim for passing on the news.

 

Thanks Jim for the update. Prayers are very powerful. Thank you god for answering these.

My family and I send our prayers to the young man and his family. Please keep us updated Jim and thanks

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My family and I send our prayers to the young man and his family. And hope he has a speedy recovery.Thanks Jim and keep us updated.

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Thoughts and Prayers from LCC.

God bless hope for the best.