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Fox News
5 days ago
- Sport
- Fox News
Make-A-Wish recipient chooses to meet CJ Stroud because of his faith: 'A great Christian'
John Sperring, 12, is a Make-A-Wish recipient, and his wish was to meet C.J. Stroud. Sperring lives in Dallas, but after seeing NRG Stadium from his hospital room, he became a Houston Texans fan. Sperring was born with hypoplastic heft heart syndrome (HLHS), where the left side of his heart is not developed and does not pump blood into the body. He underwent emergency open-heart surgery. The 12-year-old was featured on ESPN's "My Wish" series, and when asked what him his strong, he said he was "praying to God that He would heal me quick, and I can get back." Amid his Texans fandom, Sperring said Stroud has become his favorite player. "He's a very humble player and always puts God first in his interviews," Sperring said. Sperring spent the day with Stroud and his Texans teammates during their media day. He also signed a one-day contract to officially become a member of the Texans, and also caught practice and even broke down the team huddle. Stroud asked how the Dallas kid became a Texans fan. "From my hospital, I could see NRG [Stadium], and you're a great Christian," Sperring said. Stroud later gave him a signed jersey with Bible scriptures "that made me think of you" -- Pslams 34:15-18, Philippians 4:6-7, and Jeremiah 29:11. "To John! Go Texans!! Praying for you Buddy!" Stroud wrote on the jersey. The two then shared a hug, and Stroud couldn't help hide his emotions anymore. "You're gonna make me cry, bro," he said. "You already had me tearing up earlier… 12 years old, you love Jesus, I love that, man. Keep that child-like faith." "You make me want to play harder," Stroud told Sperring after practice. Stroud has continuously been outspoken about his faith - when asked about his goals for 2025 when this past season ended, he honed in on his relationship with God. "Lock it back in with the Lord. Kinda in the lukewarm season – one foot in, one foot out. The Lord has helped me get outta that," he said at the time. "So, that's really my 2025 goal is to be locked in with the Lord as much as possible. You know, fasting and praying, being part of a church here in Houston. That's my 2025 goal, being closer to the Lord." Follow Fox News Digital's sports coverage on X, and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.
Yahoo
15-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Saratoga To Host Make-A-Wish Kids, Families On July 16
Saratoga To Host Make-A-Wish Kids, Families On July 16 originally appeared on Paulick Report. The New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) has announced it will host Wish Wednesday at Saratoga Race Course on Wednesday, July 16. More than 50 Make-A-Wish Vermont & Northeast New York Wish Family members will visit Saratoga for a special day that offers a new experience to local wish children and their families through the excitement of world-class thoroughbred racing. The group of Wish Kids and their families will participate in a variety of activities culminating in a named race and trophy presentation in the winner's circle. Advertisement Wish Wednesday will honor Wish Kid Kailey Paul, who will serve as an event day ambassador. Kailey, an accomplished equestrian with a deep passion for horses, will represent Make-A-Wish Vermont & Northeast New York during the special winner's circle presentation at Saratoga Race Course. 'We are honored to support Make-A-Wish Vermont and Northeast New York and play a small part in the magic they create for children like Kailey,' said Robert Hines, NYRA Community Affairs Manager. 'Horse racing is deeply rooted in community and Wish Wednesday is a powerful reminder of how sport and service can make a meaningful impact.' "Thank you to NYRA for creating this exciting day for our Wish families,' said Jamie Hathaway, President & CEO, Make-A-Wish Vermont & Northeast New York. 'This partnership will provide moments of joy and normalcy for children and families facing serious medical conditions. When communities come together like this, we create hope and happiness that extends far beyond a single day." Highlighted by the 156th renewal of the Grade 1, $1.25 million DraftKings Travers on Saturday, August 23 and the Grade 1, $1 million Whitney on Saturday, August 2, the Saratoga summer meet resumes on Wednesday, July 16. Racing is conducted five days a week, Wednesdays through Sundays, apart from closing week, when the 2025 summer meet will conclude on Labor Day. For more information about Saratoga Race Course visit This story was originally reported by Paulick Report on Jul 14, 2025, where it first appeared.
CTV News
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- CTV News
Foam run for a good cause: 5K Kitchener event raises money for Make-a-Wish
A fun and charitable run is making it's way across the country this summer, stopping in Kitchener for the first time. CTV's Karis Mapp explains. A fun and charitable run is making it's way across the country this summer, stopping in Kitchener for the first time. Nearly 4,000 participants took part in Saturday's 5K Foam Fest at Victoria Park. The course featured a variety of obstacles, as well as 2.5 million cubic feet of foam. 'They start and finish the race in a mountain of foam. Somewhere along the way, they get to the death drop obstacle,' explained the events operations manager Stephen Passero. ' We have slip and slides, we've got cargo net climbs. There's a little bit of something for everybody regardless of ability.' There was also live music, a kids zone and food vendors. Choosing either to run or walk, organizers say the goal is to ensure everyone has fun. 'It's not a hard core race. We don't keep time. It's for absolutely everybody age seven and up. Even those who are under the age of seven, we still have some amazing things for them to do.' All proceeds raised will support Make-A-Wish, a charity that grants wishes for children with critical illnesses.
Yahoo
13-07-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Bergstrom Automotive raises record $375,000 for Make-A-Wish Wisconsin
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) – Bergstrom Automotive is celebrating a major milestone after raising a record-setting amount for Make-A-Wish Wisconsin during its annual JUNE 3500 campaign. In June, team members across Bergstrom Automotive partnered with Make-A-Wish Wisconsin to help grant wishes for local children battling critical illnesses. With the support of guests, business partners, and communities across the state, this year's campaign raised $375,000 — the most in its history. UW-Green Bay educator joins Great Lakes research voyage aboard EPA vessel The funds will help bring hope, strength, and joy to hundreds of children and their families through the power of a wish. Bergstrom's total contributions to Make-A-Wish Wisconsin now approach $3.75 million through the long-standing partnership. 'Thank you to our guests, business partners, team, and the wonderful people in our communities for generously supporting Make-A-Wish through our JUNE 3500 campaign,' said John F. Bergstrom, executive chairman of Bergstrom Automotive. 'Giving Wish Kids something to look forward to creates a life-changing impact and is transformational for the kids, their families, and our entire community.' Throughout June, Bergstrom team members organized a variety of fundraisers. All dealerships donated $5 for every test drive and $50 for every vehicle purchased or leased. An additional $5 was donated for every new follower on Bergstrom's social media platforms. Wisconsin elections commission says former Madison clerk broke laws On Saturday, June 21, Bergstrom locations across the Fox Valley, Green Bay, Oshkosh, and Madison hosted a special Oil Change Day, offering discounted oil changes for a donation of $15 or more. Bergstrom Automotive matched all donations made that day, performing hundreds of oil changes in the process. A check presentation and celebration were held Wednesday to recognize the hard work and community support that made this year's campaign such a success. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
CTV News
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- CTV News
A fun foam run for a good cause: 5K Kitchener event raises money for Make-a-Wish
A fun and charitable run is making it's way across the country this summer, stopping in Kitchener for the first time. CTV's Karis Mapp explains. A fun and charitable run is making it's way across the country this summer, stopping in Kitchener for the first time. Nearly 4,000 participants took part in Saturday's 5K Foam Fest at Victoria Park. The course featured a variety of obstacles, as well as 2.5 million cubic feet of foam. 'They start and finish the race in a mountain of foam. Somewhere along the way, they get to the death drop obstacle,' explained the events operations manager Stephen Passero. ' We have slip and slides, we've got cargo net climbs. There's a little bit of something for everybody regardless of ability.' There was also live music, a kids zone and food vendors. Choosing either to run or walk, organizers say the goal is to ensure everyone has fun. 'It's not a hard core race. We don't keep time. It's for absolutely everybody age seven and up. Even those who are under the age of seven, we still have some amazing things for them to do.' All proceeds raised will support Make-A-Wish, a charity that grants wishes for children with critical illnesses.
