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All throughout sports, there are thousands of heart touching stories about people having to overcome misfortunes to achieve their dreams. Nothing, however, beats having to overcome the trials and tribulations faced with cancer and still bear athletic prowess.
Adam Bender is an 8 year old kid, who despite having one leg, still enjoys playing baseball with his friends. Not only does he bat and throw, he also plays the one of the most difficult positions at catcher. Despite catching from a seated position, Adam is still able to throw and catch the ball like a normal child. Although he lost his leg at age 1, the speed he gains while rounding the bases on his crutches are equivalent to that of the other children, if not faster.
It’s good to see that although Adam might be lacking a leg, he’s still pure boy and in love with America’s favorite past time.
