papaw50
11-06-2008, 12:07 PM
I just wanted to share the fact that my husband was nominated and selected for WSAZ Hometown Hero in the state of WV. MDA rep was the one who nominated because of his wonderful attiude and his fight and not giving once being dx with als in June '06. He continues to work and he is continuing to coach (coaches high school basketball) because of his love for coaching. He has coached for over 33 years. He has always taught his players the following: Put God first, then family, then school work and then sports. always give your 100%. When dx with als - that has been his motto "I have als but als does not have me". He has been an inspiration to all who are around him. Even though I see him declining, he hasn't given up. To continue to work and coach will take a lot out of him but he's not giving up. A typical day: get up at 5:00, work 12 hours, go to the gym for a two hour practice (8:00 pm - 10:00 pm) and then come home exhausted but never complaining. Anyone who asks him "how are you doing" his response is always "i am doing great!". If anyone would like to watch the video of the segment aired on the television station - just go to WSAZ.com and pull up Hometown Hero. The video will be available by the end of the week on this website. His loving wife, Patty
