Brandon had to quit wrestling this year due to a knee injury. The orthopedic doctor concluded that wrestling is not a sport that Brandon's knees can handle, so he made the tough decision to stop! Even though I finally learned to enjoy wrestling tournaments, I am happy the season ended early.
Two of Brandon's closest friends, Chris Davis and Danny Machino, also have experienced much more serious knee injuries this year. Both of the athletes are soccer stars and play (played) on Chandler Hansen's winning team. In the last 1 1/2 years, both boys have had 2 surgeries, followed by 6 months of physical therapy and NO SPORTS! Sports has been the lifeblood for these boys since they were young and both are devastated at this turn of events.
During Spring Break, Danny vacationed in Mexico, and while playing sand volleyball, he tore his ACL for the SECOND time. Our hearts go out to Danny and his family as the decide what to do for their son. Most likely, a life of sports will be a struggle for him.
Here are some pics of the boys together at music concerts, middle school, etc.
Tell Brandon, I'm sorry. That is a big disappointment for him. I know people who hurt their knees in high school sports and it is a very big deal.
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