Ben Roethlisberger, Make-a-Wish Foundation Help Paralyzed Teenager Realize Dream
June 29, 2008 by David Kindervater
Filed under Pittsburgh Steelers
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Here’s a great story about 14-year-old Akeem Havens and his wish to meet his favorite player — Pittsburgh Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger. Akeem was tragically paralyzed from the neck down in a car accident when he was seven-years-old and relies on his family to take care of him. It was good to see the whole Steelers team involved in giving Akeem a day he’ll always remember. The Make-A-Wish Foundation of Greater Pennsylvania and Southern West Virginia is celebrating 25 years of making the dreams come true for children with life-threatening medical conditions.
I enjoyed the video it was very moving and emotional. I had my 14 year old son and his best friend watch it. I told them this is a example of a life lesson, your life could change in an instant.
Thank you.
Excellent video, I’m a huge Pittsburgh Steelers fan! This just shows they have heart, on and off of the field.
richard collier is very kind inside and out he has beautiful spirit its hard to believe this happen we will only know the answer when we get to heaven