College football player Brian Dooley made a selfless choice to help his teammate, Zack Conti, who was struggling to pay his way through school. During a meeting with the Eastern Michigan University football team on August 3, Head Coach Chris Creighton shared how Conti had been selling his plasma to make ends meet. Although the team couldn’t offer any more scholarships, Creighton asked for an 86th scholarship, only to be denied. However, Dooley stepped in and offered his own scholarship as a gift to Conti.
Dooley’s act of kindness was met with cheers from the team as he handed over an envelope containing his scholarship to Conti. The senior expressed his gratitude, stating that he felt honored and thankful for the support. Conti had been working and donating plasma to pay for his education, often making sacrifices to make ends meet. Despite the challenges he faced, he found support from his teammates who were aware of his situation and stood by him.
In addition to his financial struggles, Conti revealed that his mother suffers from polycystic kidney disease and is in need of a transplant. He urged people to visit the “Kidney to Save Karen” Facebook page for more information and to potentially help his mother.
Dooley, who had witnessed Conti’s growth over the years, explained his motivation for helping his teammate. He believed that Conti had earned the scholarship through his hard work and dedication. Giving up his own scholarship meant everything to him, as he was proud of Conti’s progress and looked forward to seeing him excel on the field.
This heartwarming story of teamwork and sacrifice highlights the bonds that can be formed within a sports team. It also sheds light on the financial challenges faced by some college athletes, who often have to balance academics, sports, and work to make their dreams a reality.
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Original Story at www.cbsnews.com – 2023-08-10 15:49:11
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