Als Advocate And Former New Orleans Saint Receives Prestigious Recognition

Steve Gleason: A True Warrior Honored with the Arthur Ashe Award for Courage

ALS Advocate and Former New Orleans Saint Receives Prestigious Recognition

Steve Gleason, a beloved figure in the New Orleans community, was recently honored with the Arthur Ashe Award for Courage at the ESPY Awards. The former New Orleans Saints player has been an outspoken advocate for ALS awareness and has raised millions of dollars for research.

Gleason was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) in 2011. ALS is a progressive, degenerative disease that affects the brain and spinal cord. Despite his diagnosis, Gleason has remained positive and determined to fight the disease. He has become a vocal advocate for ALS awareness and research, and he has raised millions of dollars through his Team Gleason foundation.

The Arthur Ashe Award for Courage is given annually to an individual who has demonstrated outstanding courage in the face of adversity. Gleason is a deserving recipient of this award, as he has shown incredible strength and perseverance in his battle with ALS. He is an inspiration to everyone who has been touched by this disease, and his work has helped to raise awareness and funding for ALS research.

Gleason's story is a reminder that even in the face of adversity, we can find hope and inspiration. He is a true warrior who has fought ALS with courage and determination. He is an example to us all that anything is possible if we never give up.