Sports

One-legged teen wrestler eyeing NCAA title

Written by Teunis Felter

Kobey Pritchard has overcome a lot. When Pritchard was in kindergarten, sarcoma forced doctors to remove his leg.  The cancer stayed away but the prosthesis was uncomfortable, so he opted for arm crutches. Now a teenager, he trains with his crutches, and he trains hard. His hands, wrists, and forearms are shaped by callouses that form when you sprint, lift weights and work out on crutches. His toughness and determination have taken him far, but he’s not done yet.  Pritchard plans on one-day winning an NCAA championship.

http://www.usatoday.com/story/news/humankind/2017/03/20/one-legged-teen-wrestler-eyeing-ncaa-title/99323864/

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Teunis Felter

Teunis Felter has over 20 years experience as an author, editor, and scientist. When not exploring outside, he enjoys reading history, researching genealogy, and civilly discussing politics.