Injuries on the field are always scary as fan, parents and especially the player. Southern University played Georgia this past weekend and experienced something players and coaches try to avoid, life changing injuries.
Southern University Wide Receiver, Devon Gales, sustained a spinal injury during the game and has since had surgery, but still remains hospitalized. The school has since announced that the surgery was successful in stabilizing fractures in his neck and continues to have movement in his upper body. UGA went above and beyond their calling and flew in his parents along with meeting the parents at the airport and providing transportation to their son. Representatives from UGA have been in constant contact with the family and Gales.
Southern University released a statement:
Southern University wide receiver Devon Gales underwent a successful spinal surgery Sunday afternoon.
Gales suffered several fractures in his neck that were stabilized. He continues to have movement in his upper body and remains in good spirits and will remain at Athens Regional until he is released to return to Baton Rouge for further treatment.
The Gales family, along with Interim Athletics Director Roman Banks and the entire Southern University family, would like to thank Athens General, The University of Georgia and all of the many people who aided in his care during this unfortunate event. We are extremely thankful for all of the prayers and well wishes that Devon has received from many people nationwide.
Also, special thanks to the Georgia football program and Sports Medicine staff for all of their love and support that they have shown Devon during this difficult time.Due to the overwhelming amount of love shown to them from everyone, the family is asking for privacy at this time. They appreciate and request your continued prayers and thoughts.
What UGA has done for Southern U and the Gales family is a shining example of football being about family. I can’t imagine experiencing something like this doing what you love, but prayerfully, Gales comes out on top and regains everything.
H/T: Sporting News