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“ I wished to go to a New York Yankees game, sit in the dug out and meet the players! ”
Name: Jake
Wish granted: 2005
Age at the time of wish: 10
Granted by: South Carolina Chapter
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Q: Why did you choose this wish?

A: I love baseball and the New York Yankees!

Q: What was one of your favorite memories from the wish?

A: Seeing my name in lights at the Yankee Stadium!

Q: What's your medical diagnosis now?

A: Awesome! I've been in remission for 5 ˝ years. I am very active and play sports.

Q: What are some of the highlights of your life now?

A: When I had cancer, I was not able to play baseball for two years. Now that I am well, I am not only playing baseball, but football too! (and I’m pretty good!)

Q: What did your wish mean to you?

A: It gave me strength to believe in myself, knowing one day, if I work hard enough, I may become a professional athlete.

Q: What do you want to tell people about the Make-A-Wish Foundation?

A: They were there for me and my mother when we needed cheering up, a ‘get away’ and something to look forward to.




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