EPISODE · Dec 28, 2022 · 5 MIN
12-28-22: Inspiring new year story #3
from SAX IN THE MORNING · host Steve Sax
I would love to hear from you, just send me text and let me know what you think of the podcast.Today I share a story about a young man who has overcome a seemingly impossible obstacle to play Division I basketball.Hansel Emmanuel lost his arm in a terrible accident when he was 6 years old and it was AFTER that when he started playing basketball. He was lucky enough to get in contact with an old friend of his dad’s who was a high school basketball coach in Florida who invited him to leave his home in Puerto Rico and come play for his school. Emmanuel led the team to a state championship, made his way to Northwestern State and has found fame and admiration with 500k Instagram followers. His story is remarkable and I hope it inspires you not to let anything stand in your way.One armed basketball recruit scores his first pointsVisit my website: saxinthemorning.com for merchandise and other links. Follow us on social media: Instagram: @saxinthemorning_podcastYouTube: subscribe and watch shorts here Remember, Sax in the Morning swag is now available on my Instagram site. Go to "Sax in the Morning" underscore podcast. (saxinthemorning_podcast)You'll see it right there on the Instagram and just hit the link. Everything's there Mugs, hats, tumblers you name it.
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I would love to hear from you, just send me text and let me know what you think of the podcast. Today I share a story about a young man who has overcome a seemingly impossible obstacle to play Division I basketball. Hansel Emmanuel lost his arm in a terrible accident when he was 6 years old and it was AFTER that when he started playing basketball. He was lucky enough to get in contact with an old friend of his dad’s who was a high school basketball coach in Florida who invited him to leave hi...
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