A champion on and off the course
This past Sunday, sports anchor Lolita Lopez and producer Caroline Kovach brought you the inspiring story of 19-year-old Brad Hennefer, the Cherry Hill East High School Senior believed to be the only high school athlete in the country with Down Syndrome who letteres in golf and basketball. He’s also a Special Olympics Gold Medal Winner in golf and a member of his high school’s Hall of Fame. Such accomplishments would be notable for any teenager. However, not only has Brad achieved on the court and on the golf course, he and his parents have made it their mission to encourage others to achieve. Most junior golf programs end at age 18. But The Brad Hennefer Golf For Life Foundation was founded to providing a “lifetime of golf opportunities for individuals of all ages who have Down Syndrome.”
You wish all athletes gave back to the community like this young man, who has given of his time to coach youngsters with cognitive disabilities and spoken at national Down Syndrome conferences. His positive attitude and drive to achieve have encouraged family, friends and coaches. I very proudly encourage you to watch Lolita and Caroline’s story on Brad Hennefer. To reach The Brad Hennefer Golf For Life Foundation, contact Brad and Nancy Hennefer by e-mail: golfforlife@comcast.net or CLICK HERE.
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