Courage Classic Rider John Connell
http://www.couragetours.com/2010/jconnell
My Rider #: 102745
Why I Ride
I think my riding gives hope to kids. Fifteen-year-old Michelle, a first-time Courage Classic rider, has received numerous scoliosis treatments and operations at The Children's Hospital. It must lift Michelle's spirits to know family, friends and complete strangers are riding with her, to support her. I can imagine the strength and courage she has to not only fight scoliosis, but get on her bike and support The Children's Hospital.
Riding in the Courage Classic, with and for kids like Michelle, gives ME hope too.
Why I Support The Children's Hospital
Sonja was born in November 2008 with complex heart and digestive issues. Her parents founded Sonja’s Soldiers in her honor because, thanks to Children’s, baby Sonja is growing up – one day at a time.
Spencer was struck by a car while riding his bike when he was 6 years old. With Children’s help, he fought severe head injuries to become the healthy teen – and strong rider – he is today.
Nick was diagnosed with Leukemia when he was 5 years old. His parents founded Team Nickcycle to support Children’s for providing him with the best possible treatment.
Ellaura rides to give back, she says. Now healthy and active at 17, she has been a neurology patient at Children’s since she was 4 years old.
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Meet Sonja
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Spencer
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Nick
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Ellaura
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