Archive for April, 2010
POA’s Nate Winters allowed only one run in his first varsity start since losing his leg (AK) less than two years ago! “Orlando Sentinel” and “Fanhouse” articles dated 4/13/2010
Thursday, April 15th, 2010
POA patient Nate Winters, who lost his left leg in a boating accident in 2008, allowed one unearned run in four-plus innings in his first varsity game since then. (The following is an excerpt from Fanhouse article) “He’s just a fierce, fierce competitor,” longtime Winter Park baseball coach Bob King said. “It’s why he was able to come back so quickly. It’s why he’s alive today. Forget baseball, it’s the only reason he survived.” He left opposing batters baffled by his curveball and surprised by his control. He left a crowd of about 500 — friends, family, baseball curious — inspired, in awe, cheering and smiling with every pitch. For those that knew his story, there were tears of pride and joy.
Use the following links to view the complete articles:
click here for Orlando Sentinel Varsity Sports article
click here for Fanhouse article
Tags: above knee amputee, amputee varsity baseball player, boating accident amputee, Fanhouse, Nate Winters, negative pressure socket, Orlando Sentinel, prosthetic leg, vacuum prosthetic socket
Posted in Articles, POA Patients in the News!
The ACA’s Youth Camp will host its 11th annual camp July 24-28, 2010, at the Joy Outdoor Education Center in Clarksville, Ohio
Monday, April 12th, 2010The Amputee Coalition of America’s Paddy Rossbach Youth Camp is a 5-day traditional summer camp experience for children ages 10-17 who have lost arms and/or legs or who were born with limb differences. The camp offers challenging activities that build campers’ confidence regardless of skill level.
A unique aspect of their program is that campers are not accompanied by their parents, which inspires campers to take on new challenges, be independent, test themselves and build new friendships in a supportive, caring environment.
Applications are being taken now!
click here for more info
Tags: ACA Youth Camp amputees, child amputees
Posted in Articles, Education/Information
POA Patient Anthony Burruto featured in ESPN Magazine article, “Let ‘Em Play”
Wednesday, April 7th, 2010This article is a couple years old; Anthony is now attending Dr. Phillips High School and a pitcher on their baseball team, but the story is just as inspiring today as it was then, which is why I’m sharing it now. You’ll also read about and see photos of other athletes who, like Anthony, are competing in non-disabled sports.
Tags: amputee, amputee baseball player, Anthony Burruto, bi-lateral amputee, child amputee, double amputee, ESPN, ESPN magazine amputee, pitcher
Posted in Amputee Athletes, Articles, POA Patients in the News!
