Pray for Grayson Pope (updated 9/19/23)

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[Halph66]

Does a heart good.

 

[Halph66]

From Grayson’s Mom.

What an unforgettable night!
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At last nights Huskies vs Hoover game, 12 seniors were honored alongside their parents in a truly special ceremony. Those sweet boys presented their mamas with a rose and a baseball handwritten with a personal message, and the dads received a baseball with a heartfelt note as well!

As the game kicked off, the announcer’s voice came over the loud speaker with the starting lineup. When he called out “Grayson Pope” to play left field, my heart nearly exploded with pride and joy. Seeing him stand in the outfield with his brothers during the National Anthem, knowing all he had overcome and achieved, brought an overwhelming sense of happiness and gratitude!

And the excitement didn’t end there. Later in the evening, I heard Grayson’s chosen walk-up song, “Guess Who’s Back,” over the loudspeaker! In that moment, as I was scrambling to get my phone to record, I started reflecting on where we were two years ago. Seeing how far he has come, watching how hard he has worked, words felt completely inadequate to express the depth of my emotions. I truly believe this is just the beginning for him; he’s only going to get better and better!

A BIG thank you to Jeff Mauldin and ALL the coaches who made this AMAZING night one we will never forget. As Grayson so beautifully repeated throughout the night, “To God be the Glory!”

Sorry to spam your feed this morning but I’m going to share several amazing videos The Trussville Tribune captured last night!

 

[chuckiepoo]

From Grayson’s Mom.

What an unforgettable night!
️️️️

At last nights Huskies vs Hoover game, 12 seniors were honored alongside their parents in a truly special ceremony. Those sweet boys presented their mamas with a rose and a baseball handwritten with a personal message, and the dads received a baseball with a heartfelt note as well!

As the game kicked off, the announcer’s voice came over the loud speaker with the starting lineup. When he called out “Grayson Pope” to play left field, my heart nearly exploded with pride and joy. Seeing him stand in the outfield with his brothers during the National Anthem, knowing all he had overcome and achieved, brought an overwhelming sense of happiness and gratitude!

And the excitement didn’t end there. Later in the evening, I heard Grayson’s chosen walk-up song, “Guess Who’s Back,” over the loudspeaker! In that moment, as I was scrambling to get my phone to record, I started reflecting on where we were two years ago. Seeing how far he has come, watching how hard he has worked, words felt completely inadequate to express the depth of my emotions. I truly believe this is just the beginning for him; he’s only going to get better and better!

A BIG thank you to Jeff Mauldin and ALL the coaches who made this AMAZING night one we will never forget. As Grayson so beautifully repeated throughout the night, “To God be the Glory!”

Sorry to spam your feed this morning but I’m going to share several amazing videos The Trussville Tribune captured last night!

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[Volgrandpa]

Damn, what a wonderful story. Sure brought tears to this old man's eyes.

 

[VolMarine1371]

From Grayson’s Mom.

What an unforgettable night!
️️️️

At last nights Huskies vs Hoover game, 12 seniors were honored alongside their parents in a truly special ceremony. Those sweet boys presented their mamas with a rose and a baseball handwritten with a personal message, and the dads received a baseball with a heartfelt note as well!

As the game kicked off, the announcer’s voice came over the loud speaker with the starting lineup. When he called out “Grayson Pope” to play left field, my heart nearly exploded with pride and joy. Seeing him stand in the outfield with his brothers during the National Anthem, knowing all he had overcome and achieved, brought an overwhelming sense of happiness and gratitude!

And the excitement didn’t end there. Later in the evening, I heard Grayson’s chosen walk-up song, “Guess Who’s Back,” over the loudspeaker! In that moment, as I was scrambling to get my phone to record, I started reflecting on where we were two years ago. Seeing how far he has come, watching how hard he has worked, words felt completely inadequate to express the depth of my emotions. I truly believe this is just the beginning for him; he’s only going to get better and better!

A BIG thank you to Jeff Mauldin and ALL the coaches who made this AMAZING night one we will never forget. As Grayson so beautifully repeated throughout the night, “To God be the Glory!”

Sorry to spam your feed this morning but I’m going to share several amazing videos The Trussville Tribune captured last night!

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God is great and Grayson living proof that he does exist. Grayson has come a long way since 2 years ago and to have him take the field for senior night was amazing. The Hewitt Trussville community alone is great and I have enjoyed watching their team the times I have been able to attend. Grayson story isn’t done, in fact it’s just beginning as he enters a new chapter of his live.

 

[VOLnBama01]

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It’s been an exciting few days for our friend Grayson Pope of Trussville, Alabama- in fact, it’s been an exciting spring! It was 2 years ago come June when a tree fell on a golf cart that Grayson...

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Very cool to see. I was curious and worried about what may have happened to him with the roster crunch now. Glad to see he’s made it to campus!

 

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I saw that earlier, but got busy and forgot to post it. What a journey.

 

[vollygirl]

I saw that earlier, but got busy and forgot to post it. What a journey.

Just absolutely incredible.

 

[TheMookieMonster]

Just absolutely incredible.

I haven’t been following his journey terribly closely. Do we know how his recovery is progressing? Is he likely to play baseball again?

 

[chuckiepoo]

I haven’t been following his journey terribly closely. Do we know how his recovery is progressing? Is he likely to play baseball again?

He was on the Tennessee @taylorvol roster…
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[volsagain]

I haven’t been following his journey terribly closely. Do we know how his recovery is progressing? Is he likely to play baseball again?

The clips I've seen, by my judgement it will be couple years out at least.

 

[Legion of Doom]

So happy for this kid and his family. Happy to have him as a VFL.

 

[Halph66]

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[WaywardVol]

The clips I've seen, by my judgement it will be couple years out at least.

This kid suffered major head trauma. It’s an a aux f story of recovery, but there’s no way he’s ever playing baseball again.

 

[volsagain]

This kid suffered major head trauma. It’s an a aux f story of recovery, but there’s no way he’s ever playing baseball again.

You are wayward. Never give up never. My judgement 2 years at least. Read and understand better.

 

[WaywardVol]

You are wayward. Never give up never. My judgement 2 years at least. Read and understand better.

I read. Grayson’s recovery is remarkable and inspiring.

With that said, there is literally no medical staff that would ever clear him to play baseball. Sure, 90 mph fastballs whizzing by your head after you had half your skull crushed by a tree. Just to cover a few things regarding his injury. Grayson suffered hundreds of brain bleeds, severe brain stem damage, shifting, and swelling of his brain. He was in a coma for 40 plus days.

My niece, who was a surefire scholarship soccer player, suffered two concussions in high school competition and was never able to play again due to the lingering effects. Even seven years later she suffers from light sensitivity and other neurological struggles. Pope will likely face lifelong challenges due to his injury. We should be content to have him alive and enjoying the fun of student life.

 

[Halph66]

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