A Former Hockey Player’s Vow to Help Youth Athletes

Former hockey player Lewis Simon shares his story to inspire hope and help future youth athletes.

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Making it Through the Perfect Storm

Former college LB Dan Devaney shares his journey overcoming addiction, suicidality, and possible CTE.

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Gretchen Evans on hope after military TBI

Ret. US Army Command Sgt. Major Gretchen Evans shares her TBI experience and brain pledge decision.

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Living with Probable CTE: The Curtis Smith Story

Former lacrosse player Curtis Smith shares his experience living with probable CTE and his message of hope.

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Finding Hope with PCS: Kylie Lowell's Recovery Journey

Kylie Lowell shares her struggles with PCS and how she got on the path to recovery.

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A Pro Snowboarder's New Purpose After Concussions

Former snowboarder Jake Pates on how concussions affected him, and his new purpose to help others after retirement.

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Finding Hope Living with Suspected CTE

Chris Boyce shares his struggles with suspected CTE and hopes to support others through positivity and inspiration.

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Why I Stopped Playing Football at age 17

High school football player Matthew Solomon shares his decision to protect his long-term brain health.

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Controlling Your Mental Health is Key

Ex-college football player Adrian Arrington shares the importance of control when it comes to mental health.

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How Concussions in Motocross Changed My Life

Ex-Motocross pro Jeffry Graham shares his story and why he decided to pledge his brain to CTE research.

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Life After Brain Trauma in the U.S. Army

“We can do more than just endure.” Lt. Colonel Robert Gowan shares his new mission after 25 years of service.

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Mary Andrie-Brooks: My Concussion Tribute

Mary Andrie-Brooks is taking part in Concussion Tributes on behalf of her father, former NFL star George Andrie.

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Shane Bannon: My Concussion Tribute

Former NFL player Shane Bannon shares why he's taking part in Concussion Tributes.

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A Water Skier's Concussion Recovery Journey

Caty Hastings shares her story to inspire others going through similar PCS recovery.

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Tom Gardner: My Concussion Tribute

Motley Fool CEO and Co-Founder Tom Gardner shares why he's making a Concussion Tribute.

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Army Captain Pledges Brain to CTE Research

As the first Veteran to pledge his brain, Will Reynolds shares his story to encourage others to do the same.

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With Brain Pledge, Navy Veteran Rewrites Her Story

“We all have stories. It’s what comes after the story - the and - that makes a difference.” -Christine Conley

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Lost Inside Myself: My Battle with PCS

Jamie Martin shares the hardships of PCS recovery and how she learned to love herself and her life again.

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How I Got Support for Possible CTE

Danny Halverson shares his story with the hope that it will inspire others to set the stigma aside and seek help.

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College Teammates Launch Concussion Awareness 5K

Two former Cornell gymnasts are spreading concussion awareness and raising money for CLF by starting a 5K.

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Phil Green's Fearless Fight Against ALS

Why former UW football player Phil Green pledged his brain to help researchers understand ALS and CTE.

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Spreading Inspiration through #ConcussionHope

Join the community of concussion advocates sharing their stories and helping others navigate symptoms.

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Noelle Foley's PCS Roller Coaster Ride

Actress and social media star Noelle Foley shares her PCS recovery journey after an amusement park accident.

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Renewed Purpose After PCS: Ryan Pamplin's Story

The BlendJet CEO shares how a new passion for nutrition led to innovation amidst his PCS recovery.

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Changing Course: New Passion After Concussion

Volleyball player Julia Scoles kept the ball in her court after concussions led her to embrace a whole new sport.

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Out of the Darkness: The Noah Abrams Story

Noah Abrams shares his struggle with mental health symptoms from PCS and encourages others to seek help.

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Team Up Against Concussions in Ireland

CLF Champion Oisin Joyce gives the Team Up Against Concussions presentation to students in Ireland.

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PCS Recovery Corner with Julia Manning

CLF's Communications Manager has a video series on IGTV with tips and strategies for PCS recovery.

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From Punches to Poems: Alan Blyweiss' Story

Former boxer Alan Blyweiss lives with probable CTE. He's turned to poetry to give a creative voice to his struggles.

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Living with PCS While Social Distancing

College student Gracie Hussey shares how she managed her PCS during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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#WhyCLF | The People Behind Our Cause

See powerful images and hear from CLF supporters who have lost loved ones to the effects of head trauma.

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Born On Super Bowl Sunday: Darren Leins' Story

Former high school and college football player Darren Leins shares his struggle with possible CTE symptoms.

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Coping with Probable CTE: Steve Miller's Story

Denise Miller shares her husband Steve's journey from pastor to patient and how it has impacted their family.

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A Former NHL Player's Message on Concussions

Former NHL player Jamie Huscroft is changing the culture by bringing concussion education to his community.

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Embracing Epilepsy with an EPIC Mindset

Former football player Adrian Arrington shares his outlook on life with severe epilepsy.

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CLF's '18-'19 Teammate of the Year: Lynn Kleyer

The UNI rugby player recognized when her teammate needed medical attention and when to Speak Up.

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My Fight Against The Invisible Injury

Ex-gymnast Erin Payne shares what PCS took from her and what treatments helped her find herself again.

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Our Duty As Athletes is to Support Research

Why did Ireland National Rugby Team player Roger Wilson pledge to donate his brain? "Why not?"

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Esther Lovett's Post-Concussion Syndrome Blog

Read all of CLF Champion Esther Lovett's blog entries detailing her experience with PCS.

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Hockey, Hits, and Hope: Dillon Abend's Story

A concussion took hockey and normal teenage life away from Dillon Abend. His message to others? Don't give up.

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How My Brain Pledge Will Help Other Veterans

The Honorable Matthew S. Collier on how Project Enlist will accelerate brain research on military Veterans.

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A Powerful Documentary: "Football in America"

Bob Carmichael's film explores how even in 1982, football greats were discouraging youth tackle football.

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How A Jockey is Racing Toward Concussion Safety

A serious fall inspired jockey Jenn Miller to pledge her brain for research and to advocate for concussion safety.

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CLF's '17-'18 Teammate of the Year: Sydney DeMasi

The Somerville High School soccer player chose to Speak Up when her friend had a concussion.

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Carlijn Schoutens' Olympic Comeback

The speed skating bronze medalist documented her concussion recovery before returning to the 2018 Olympics.

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Concussion Advocacy Through Kindness

After complications from a concussion, "Mighty" Meredith Casey is raising awareness and furthering research.

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Hockey Was My Identity: Audrey Warner's Story

Audrey Warner shares how difficult it was to retire from hockey and how she found solace in the unknown.

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"It's Fine, I'm Fine": Stephanie Everett's Story

The former Dartmouth soccer player retired due to concussions and turned to the arts to share her experience.

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My Head Hurts: B.J. Catalon's Story

Concussions cut Benjamin "BJ" Catalon's football career short. Now he's sharing his story through poetry.

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My Concussion Story: When Enough is Enough

After retiring from hockey due to concussions, Brent Sullivan turned to running and a new outlook to fight PCS.

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How 17 Concussions in 18 Years Changed My Life

A powerful story of the dangers of playing through the pain and finding peace on the other side of the sideline.

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Leading by Example, Angela Ruggiero Pledges Brain

Watch Hockey Hall of Famer and four-time U.S. Olympian Angela Ruggiero talk about her brain pledge to CLF.

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Sylvia Mackey on New York's John Mackey Act

Sylvia Mackey voices her support for the youth football safety bill named after her husband.

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Olympic Bobsledder Raises Concussion Awareness

Find out why two-time Olympic medalist Elana Meyers Taylor is speaking up for concussion awareness.

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Football Changed My Life: Adrian Arrington's Story

An ex-college football safety shares how the sport that was supposed to improve his life left him with seizures.

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Two Teens Fight PCS Through Resilience

Watch Noah Bond and Esther Lovett share their inspiring battles through PCS and into concussion advocacy.

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Life on Pause: Battling Post-Concussion Syndrome

Michael Corneau shares how PCS led to loss and isolation and how optimism helped him find healing.

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CLF's '17-'18 Teammate of the Year: Mack Gentry

A high school football player showed how Speaking Up is part of being a good friend.

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Former Pro Surfer Mercedes Maidana's New Mission

PCS took her big wave surfing career away. Now, she wants other surfers to embrace safety and support research.

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This Wasn't The Plan: Simran Kohli's Story

Simran Kohli's road to recovery from Post-Concussion Syndrome taught her difficult life lessons at an early age.

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Daily Goals as we Fight CTE: Diet and Exercise

Mike and Kim Adamle share strategies on how to create a brain-healthy lifestyle while fighting suspected CTE.

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The Mike Adamle Project: Rise Above

How Mike and Kim Adamle are providing hope, support, and resources for people living with suspected CTE.

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CLF Champion Spotlight: Kaila Parker

The daughter of a former NFL player shares why being a CLF Champion is so rewarding.

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Remembering Drew: Karly Mulligan's Story

After losing her brother, Karly Mulligan has a message for others: no game is worth saying goodbye.

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Solving The PCS Puzzle: Lily Winton's Story

Remembering a forgotten concussion helped Lily Winton solve her symptom puzzle and start the path to recovery.

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My Legacy: Cyclist Kathryn Bertine Pledges Brain

Kathryn Bertine became the first pro cyclist to pledge her brain after a crash left her with brain trauma.

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Our Legacy: Providence College Rugby's Pledge

With the next generation in mind, the Friars became the first full team to pledge their brains to research.

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Harvard Hockey Goalie Pledges Brain

Multiple concussions changed Molly Tissenbaum's perspective on sports safety. Now she's pledging her brain.

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My Legacy: AJ Mleczko Griswold Pledges Brain

The hockey star and broadcaster pledged her brain to advance research on athletes.

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Jennifer and Steve Murra: A Rugby Story

After losing her husband to suicide and CTE, Jennifer Murra is committed to preventing CTE in the next generation.

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My Legacy With My Football Star Dad, Dave Behrman

Kim Clark remembers her loving father Dave Behrman and how his CTE impacted their family.

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A High Schooler Speaks Up Against Concussions

After suffering a concussion in football, Scott Cohen got involved by spreading awareness and fundraising.

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My Legacy: Football, CTE and Unintended Impact

Author and ex-college football player Jim Proebstle shares what it was like to see his brother decline from CTE.

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My Legacy: The Story of Legacy Donor Tom McHale

Margy McHale shares how her late brother's legacy spans far beyond the game of football.

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My Legacy: In Memory of Owen Thomas

Family and friends reflect on the first college football player diagnosed with CTE.

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My Legacy: Nancy Hogshead-Makar Pledges Brain

Olympian and activist Nancy Hogshead-Makar will do whatever it takes to ensure youth athletes are safe.

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My Legacy: Brandi Chastain Pledges Brain

The soccer icon pledged her brain in an effort to leave soccer in a better place than where she found it.

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My Legacy: Matthew Fier Takes Action

After a decade in football, Matthew Fier decided to play a role in protecting the next generation.

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John and Sylvia Mackey: Mr. and Mrs. #88

The amazing legacy Hall of Fame tight end John Mackey left behind and how his wife Sylvia plans to continue it.

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Lost and Found: My Search for Peace of Mind

Former college athlete Caitlin Ward found peace from her concussion symptoms in a yurt village.

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A High Schooler Lessens the Impact of Concussions

Brooke Mills changed concussion culture at her school through educating peers and sharing her experience.

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Finding a Mission After Losing a Son

After losing his son Zander, Graham Thomas has made concussion education his life's mission.

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My Legacy: Eric Winston Pledges His Brain

The former NFL player and NFLPA President pledged his brain to help improve the game of football.

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My Legacy: Gary Fencik on the Future of Football

The Chicago Bears legend pledged his brain to honor his teammates and create a safer future for football.

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Finding Bravery: A Day-by-Day Journey Through PCS

Ally Crich has made massive strides in her PCS recovery and is now supporting others who are struggling.

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My Last Concussion in Hockey

Yale Hockey player Paige Decker reflects on the concussion that ended her hockey career.

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A Mom on Returning to Learn After Concussion

A sports mom shares what every parent should know about the concussion recovery process.

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Keep Your Eye on the Ball (and Your Brain)

Chuck Booth's baseball-filled road trip played a big role in his concussion recovery.

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Brandi Chastain on Safer Soccer

Watch the USWNT icon explain why endorsing age limits on heading in soccer is part of her Legacy.

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How Adam Koeppel Lost Hockey and Found Hope

Concussions ended Adam Koeppel's dream to play college hockey at age 17. Now he's raising awareness.

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A Family's Support for Soccer Safety Reform

Forced to leave soccer behind due to concussions, Gracie Hussey and her family now advocate for safety reform.

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