OT: SI High School Athlete of the Year Hunter Gandee
Hunter Gandee's story of walking to Ann Arbor twice has been covered on the board, but this week he was awarded the High School Athlete of the Year. He has raised over $200,000 for cerebral palsy and helped fund a playground for disabled school children and a Bedford elementary school.
Great story of someone from my town that was overshadowed by the "Mike Dantonio" cover story. Now he and his brother Braden are local celebrities here in Bedford, MI. The playground at Douglas Road Elementary is pretty impressive.
December 18th, 2015 at 10:31 AM ^
In a related item, a few years ago (Hoke era? maybe RR too?) when watching Michigan games from the stands, I noticed a young man on the sidelines who I think had cerebral palsy but he could walk and talk. He would walk around, chat with a few people, and that seemed like it. Anyone know who he is? I don't know why but I always tried to find him on the sidelines after those few games and I don't think I ever did. Was always curious and happy for him that he was able to have that access.
December 18th, 2015 at 10:34 AM ^
I believe you're referring to the son of an ex-Schembechler secretary (maybe the current secretary). He has been at games for years.
December 18th, 2015 at 12:22 PM ^
That is likely who he is referring to and it isn't some sort charitable/disability situation or anything. He's very involved with the program, has been for years, graduated from U of M and works for the university. He's a good dude.
December 18th, 2015 at 10:35 AM ^
a scholarship to Michigan.
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December 18th, 2015 at 11:36 AM ^
Is Temperance Bedford still a wrestling power house?
Cool story about the kid.
December 18th, 2015 at 11:42 AM ^
Not what they used to be, but they're still very good. Havne't won a state title in a while.
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December 18th, 2015 at 1:31 PM ^
I'm happy to see this story getting such extensive coverage beyond southeastern Michigan. Good kid doing great work that ends up being a benefit not just to his brother, but to a lot of people.
December 18th, 2015 at 5:41 PM ^
Go Bedford
Go Hunter