News Flash: At the conclusion of a basketball game, students at Greece Athena High School in New York storm the court and carry Jason McElwain on their shoulders in celebration, a la the movie Rudy. McElwain had scored 20-points in four minutes of action. Making the effort more remarkable is the fact Jason had only been the team manager up to that point. Oh, by the way....he is also autistic.
Teddy’s Take: I mention this story because it’s truly inspiring. If you haven’t seen the video, you must. It will send chills down your spine.
The 5’6‿ senior became JV team manager 3-years ago and moved on up to varsity, doing everything from keeping stats to handing out water bottles. Coach Jim Johnson, impressed with McElwain’s dedication, allowed him to dress and sit at the end of the bench on Senior Night. With his team comfortably ahead, Johnson inserted Jason into the game, and after his first shot caught nothing but air, McElwain went on to hit six 3-pointers.
Said the sports world’s newest hero; “I ended my career on a high note. I was really hotter than a pistol!‿
