by Justin Kirk | Mar 16, 2023
The fact Sam is playing college football is a testament to his drive and determination. Nearly four years ago, as a senior in high school, Sam was overcome with what a neurologist diagnosed as Guillain-Barre Syndrome, a rare disorder where the body’s immune system...
by Justin Kirk | Mar 16, 2023
For three years Peter has been inspiring the Rare Disease Community in a leadership role of the Northwestern Chapter of Uplifting Athletes. As the Chapter President, Peter has gone above and beyond expectations to create a deeper connection between student-athletes...
by Justin Kirk | Mar 15, 2023
What started as severe hip pain and decreased flexibility was diagnosed weeks later as stage four large cell neuroendocrine carcinoma, a rare form of lung cancer. That moment changed everything for promising North Carolina Tar Heel wide receiver, Tylee Craft. He...
by Justin Kirk | Mar 15, 2023
Jenny was diagnosed with the rare blood disorder aplastic anemia in high school. Soon after, she received a bone marrow transplant from her brother, Ryan, and was eventually able to return to playing the sport she loves—soccer. She continued her career at the...
by Justin Kirk | Mar 15, 2023
JD is a linebacker for Notre Dame and has served as a Notre Dame Chapter leader since 2019. He is an integral part of the program and its mission to inspire hope in people impacted by rare diseases. His contributions have directly elevated the connection between other...
