The Longest Yard
Every once in a while, something happens that catches the eye of even the most unassuming person. While this feat might not be great at first, over a period of time, people begin to realize how amazing this accomplishment was. Take the example of Willy Jackson. Willy was an excellent football player at his high school in Tom Rivers, New Jersey. He led his team to the state championship two years in a row. Willy had received a full scholarship to the college of Michigan to play football. Everything was going great for Willy. Suddenly, out of nowhere, Willie's life to a drastic change. One night Willy was coming home from a graduation party, and was almost home, when he was struck head on by a drunk driver who had swerved in to Willie's lane. As soon as Willy was hit, he was knocked out, but that was only the beginning of his problems. Willie's right leg was pinned against the dash of the car so bad, that he had very little leg remaining. The doctors were forced to amputate from the knee down. "How am I ever going to play football with one leg?" He would often ponder. "God does everything for a reason," was the only response that Willie's mother, Jennifer could give him. She knew how
That question was a no brainer to Willy. He knew that his leg was fine, and he had so much built up energy, he though he was gonna lose it. "I can't give you a scholarship this year, but if you stick with us, hopefully I can give you one beginning your sophomore year." Willy ran in on the next play. He had 2 catches for 50 yards and a touchdown. By most standards, Willy had a decent game, but under his and everyone else's standards, Willy had an outstanding game. hard Willy had worked to where he was. She also knew that if Willy couldn't play football, he would probably lose his scholarship. "Do you think you would wanna try out for the team this year Willy?" coach Carr said. "Coach Carr, I would be honored to come and play for your program." Was Willie's response.
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Approximate Pages = 4 (250 words per page double spaced)
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