Two high school baseball teams came together on Saturday to honor a young player who passed away unexpectedly
Brady Hoos, a senior at Dakota Ridge High School and a standout member of the school’s baseball team, died from a seizure March 31.“It’s been very surreal, like you just want to wake up from a dream,” said Dakota Ridge head coach Jeff Legault.“One of the kindest souls that I ever met, happy. He was always smiling. His smile was contagious to everyone around him,” said Legault.Dakota Ridge HS baseball team honors teammate who died The team donned special jerseys with Hoos’ number on them.
The game was supposed to be played at Rock Canyon, but they agreed to move the game to Dakota Ridge as a show of support.“We're all one big family,” said Allan Dyer, the head coach at Rock Canyon. “We care about one another and love one another, and I think a lot of our kids are hurting for them as well.”“He'd bring a smile to anyone,” said Pszanka. “You go through life hoping that your kids are loved and Brady was so loved.
“Brady was fearless. He was always a kid that didn't worry about too many things,” he said. “I think what I learned from Brady is how to maybe not worry so much about decisions. Go with your instincts and let things play out and keep moving ahead and not be afraid to try something new.”A GoFundMe account has been set up to help Hoos’ family with funeral arrangements and other costs.
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