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WRUW 91.1 Radio Interview – Cleveland

Posted on November 11, 2009.

Leroy and Dartanyon were recently interviewed on WRUW-FM 91.1 (Cleveland).
Listen to the program here:

 
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Special Guest Appearance on BET’s Mo’Nique Show

Posted on October 18, 2009.

Recently Leroy and Dartanyon flew to Atlanta to tape a segment for BET Television’s Mo’Nique Show. It was a great experience for the two of them! They had the opportunity to witness the fast-paced, inner-workings of a television studio as well as the energy and excitement of Atlanta. You can catch Mo’Nique’s fun and touching [...]

What Inspires Me To Carry On – By Dartanyon Crockett

Posted on September 25, 2009.

Recently, Dartanyon shared his struggles and his ultimate inspiration in an assignment for his English course at Cuyahoga Community College. We were touched by his candor and determination to never give up. We hope in some small way it inspires you to Carry On.
Reading this passage made me think of the struggles that I [...]

Dartanyon’s Colorado Adventure (September 25, 2009)

Posted on September 25, 2009.

In early September, the U.S. Paralympics flew Dartanyon and Leroy to Colorado Springs training headquarters.

Leroy Takes Flight (September 25, 2009)

Posted on September 25, 2009.

In early September, a gracious ESPN viewer gave Leroy the opportunity to visit his college of choice in Arizona to ensure he would be comfortable there.  From there, the U.S. Paralympics flew him to Colorado Springs where he and Dartanyon visited the Olympic training headquarters.

What’s new? Lots of things! – Leroy 8-27-09

Posted on August 30, 2009.

Hello everyone.  As far as the summer goes I’ve been good and am having fun taking a break from school.  Last weekend I had the most fun day of the summer — LeBron James held a bike-a-thon for kids in Akron, OH, my hometown.  He invited Dar and me down to meet him and see [...]

Dartanyon & Leroy express their thanks

Posted on August 14, 2009.

Dartanyon and Leroy have written personal letters of thanks to all those who have taken the time to watch, listen and share. Below are the links to the letters.
A Message From Dartanyon
A Letter From Leroy

A Message From Dartanyon

Posted on August 14, 2009.

I want to thank you all for your support and believing in me. When I first read the comments that people posted on espn.com, I was in disbelief as to how many individuals were touched and inspired by Leroy and me. One thing I learned through our friendship is to be grateful for what little [...]

A Letter From Leroy

Posted on August 14, 2009.

Hello Everyone. I would like to start off by saying thank you for watching and reading the story of Dartanyon and me. I would like to give a special thanks to Lisa Fenn and Tom Rinaldi at ESPN for even considering telling our story. To all of the people who have reached out [...]

Digg it!

Posted on August 7, 2009.

Help us spread the word! Digg this article so more people hear about our friends, Dartanyon & Leroy. Just click on the Share This button and digg it! (Also, feel free to add it to any other social bookmarking or networking site!)