Eric LeGrand reflects on his life, discussing his childhood, family, success in high school and college sports, football injury which resulted in paralysis, rehabilitation, and more. Interest Level: 3-6 Reading Level: 6.0 ATOS Book Level: 6.4 AR Interest Level: MG AR Points: 7 AR Quiz: 156771EN.

Adapted for young people.

The quiet before the storm -- Where my story starts -- A weighty problem and a hefty attitude -- The unexpected call-up -- The letters never stop -- New beginnings in New Brunswick -- The scarlet walk -- The lead-up to game time -- The collision -- The seventy-two hour window -- Making the move to Kessler -- Reaching out to the public -- Touching people's lives -- Signing bonus -- Extra point.).