It will lift the hearts of every reader, not least of all those who were affected by quarterback Tim Tebow’s bestselling memoir, Through My Eyes. LeGrand received the Jimmy V Award for Perseverance at the ESPYs, published a book, pursued a career in broadcasting and partnered with the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation in the fight against spinal cord injuries.

A remarkable true account of a courageous young athlete whose unshakable faith, spirit, positive outlook, and rousing motto, “BELIEVE!” would serve as inspiration to legions of fans-and as motivation in his own quest to walk again-Eric’s story has received national attention, heavily covered by ESPN and Sports Illustrated. WOODBRIDGE, NJ A New Jersey mom wrote and published a childrens book about Santa Claus and Woodbridges own Eric LeGrand is the inspiration for one of the characters in her book. Adapted from an adult memoir, published simultaneously, the book's. About the Book Believe is the profoundly moving story of Eric LeGrand, the former defensive tackle for the Rutgers University Scarlet Knights football team, who suffered a severe spinal cord injury and was left paralyzed by a crushing on-field tackle during a heated game with Army. Believe: The Victorious Story of Eric LeGrand Eric LeGrand and Mike Yorkey.

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