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John Challis, 18, R.I.P.
Published 8/20/2008 by TheHotRead at SmackCaster SmackBlog
John Challis has passed away after a valiant battle with liver and lung cancer. The Freedom, Pa., teen died Tuesday afternoon at his family home. The John Challis story started with a base hit in a high school game this year and became nationwide through his courage and a foundation he created to help other teenagers with cancer. Challis’ life was short, but it was full of accomplishment and efforts to be admired. A remarkable young man. Rest in peace and condolences to the Challis family. The web site for John’s foundation is www.courageforlifefoundation.org. Donations can be made through the web site. Alex Rodriguez spent a day with John ...

Penguins, Pittsburgh community recall inspiration of John Challis
Published 8/20/2008 by Greg Wyshynski at Puck Daddy
John Challis died Tuesday afternoon. If you don't know the name, you probably know his heartbreaking but inspirational story: An 18-year-old living with terminal cancer whose determination and unparalleled spirit stirred intense emotions in others. In one case, his story was touching enough to turn one man away from suicide, according to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Sports played a key role in his story, as symbolized by the Courage for Life Foundation that continues his legacy. Challis earned national attention for his pinch-hit appearance for Freedom High School's baseball team in April. His connection to hockey was also noteworthy: The ...

Major Leaguers remember the inspiration of John Challis
Published 8/20/2008 by 'Duk at Big League Stew
By now, you've probably seen the sad news that John Challis, the inspiring Pittsburgh-area teenager, lost his battle with cancer Tuesday at age 18. Over the last few months, it's likely that you were touched by Challis and his perspective, even as he was battling a disease that was surely going to take his life.   Along the way, he smacked a pinch hit for his high school baseball game, sat in John Russell's managing chair for a day and was chauffeured to Yankee Stadium by a driver named Alex Rodriguez. I got a little teary this morning after reading through some of the tributes to John and watching the clips posted on the various websites. ...

John Challis, Rest In Peace
Published 8/20/2008 by The Mets Police (noreply@blogger.com) at The Mets Police
I'm on the road and can't give this the attention it deserves right now, but John Challis has passed away at the age of 18.   Here's some links and I will do a proper post when I can.   Inspirational Pittsburgh-area teen dies of cancer The Associated ...