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Title: Email sent to me about Dabo from a Clemson Friend Post by: hscoach on October 14, 2011, 09:30:37 PM This story was originally shared by a teacher from Townville, SC.
I want to share a story with you about a teacher who works in upstate South Carolina. No matter your allegiance to a university or college, (in this case Clemson or Auburn) this is a wonderful story. Brock Chappelear has Down Syndrome. His mom teaches at James M. Brown Elementary School in Oconee County. Brock loves the Clemson Tigers and Dabo Sweeney. For the past few weeks, Brock has not wanted to go to school or focus on anything except going to talk to Coach Dabo about getting his Tigers straightened out. Brock didn't think the Tigers were playing so well. In an attempt to appease her son, Mrs. Chappelear wrote a letter to Dabo, explaining how Brock was obsessed with meeting him and getting to meet the team, etc., Lo and behold, Coach Sweeney not only wrote her back, but invited Brock to tour the West Zone, the football offices, meet the team....everything, including listening to Brock's suggestions about how to improve the team. Kathleen, Dabo's wife, organized a birthday party for Brock in Clemson. She invited a bunch of kids, coaches' kids, players and others. Brock went to the game on Saturday against Auburn. He had a grrrrrreat time . But that is not the end of the story. When asked if Brock enjoyed the game, he exclaimed, "Of course I did. My Tigers won!" A few weeks ago Mrs. Chappelear took Brock to his cardiologist. Brock's heart is monitored closely so an ultrasound is administrated regularly. That day he was given a print-out of the results. Brock’s heart actually has a cross on it. I saw the photo. The shape of a cross is as plain as day. When Brock looked at it, he said, “I told you, Mom.....I told you I had God in my heart. ” Keep reading. At the birthday party Mrs. Chap showed Kathleen and Coach Dabo the picture of his heart. Kathleen asked if she could laminate and keep the copy as a bookmark for her Bible. Dabo said he wanted to keep it in his pocket during the game on Saturday! After the game (Clemson won!) Mrs. Chap emailed Dabo and told him how much everyone, especially Brock, enjoyed the game. Dabo’s response was “Gotta listen to a man who has God in his heart”. Be blessed. Title: Re: Email sent to me about Dabo from a Clemson Friend Post by: SUPERCOACH on October 14, 2011, 09:34:02 PM Awesome story!
Title: Re: Email sent to me about Dabo from a Clemson Friend Post by: 2Stater on October 14, 2011, 09:35:51 PM Awesome story, Coach! Coach & Mrs. Swinney, definitely class acts. #+
Title: Re: Email sent to me about Dabo from a Clemson Friend Post by: #1Tidefan on October 14, 2011, 09:38:01 PM Wow...great story coach! #+
Title: Re: Email sent to me about Dabo from a Clemson Friend Post by: rueben on October 14, 2011, 09:39:43 PM #+ Very Cool!
Title: Re: Email sent to me about Dabo from a Clemson Friend Post by: XBAMA on October 14, 2011, 09:42:21 PM cool story !
I was listening to Dabo today and thought about what a class act he is ... great that he made the time and effort for that exceptional young man like that we need all the good in the world we can get right now , WTG Dabo ! Title: Re: Email sent to me about Dabo from a Clemson Friend Post by: bamaphil on October 14, 2011, 09:50:55 PM I met Dabo about 10 years ago at First Baptist in Tuscaloosa. He shared his testimony and seemed like a really good guy so I'm glad to see him doing well.
Title: Re: Email sent to me about Dabo from a Clemson Friend Post by: Reelvalue on October 14, 2011, 10:11:02 PM Great story..thanks a million!!
Title: Re: Email sent to me about Dabo from a Clemson Friend Post by: #1Crimson on October 15, 2011, 07:03:16 AM :clap: Thanks for sharing a wonderful story.
Title: Re: Email sent to me about Dabo from a Clemson Friend Post by: BAMAWV on October 15, 2011, 07:21:59 AM Roll Tide, Dabo!
Title: Re: Email sent to me about Dabo from a Clemson Friend Post by: Chechem on October 15, 2011, 07:24:27 AM “Gotta listen to a man who has God in his heart” :pray:
Title: Re: Email sent to me about Dabo from a Clemson Friend Post by: Leroy on October 15, 2011, 07:54:24 AM Great story. Thanks for sharing #+
Title: Re: Email sent to me about Dabo from a Clemson Friend Post by: Merk on October 15, 2011, 08:50:56 AM What s great to start my Saturday morning. Thanks Coach for sharing
it. Title: Re: Email sent to me about Dabo from a Clemson Friend Post by: Jamos on October 15, 2011, 09:16:18 AM I agree with everyone and it is a great way to start my day. :clap:
Title: Re: Email sent to me about Dabo from a Clemson Friend Post by: Hannibal Lecter, MD on October 15, 2011, 11:18:01 AM Never heard a poor word spoken about Dabo's character. Reminds me of another coach who lives out on a ranch in Texas.
Title: Re: Email sent to me about Dabo from a Clemson Friend Post by: BAMAWV on October 15, 2011, 11:47:35 AM Never heard a poor word spoken about Dabo's character. Reminds me of another coach who lives out on a ranch in Texas. Someone remind me of the exact quote for "there is no bigger man than one that stoops to pick up a child"??? Title: Re: Email sent to me about Dabo from a Clemson Friend Post by: SUPERCOACH on October 15, 2011, 11:49:34 AM Never heard a poor word spoken about Dabo's character. Reminds me of another coach who lives out on a ranch in Texas. Someone remind me of the exact quote for "there is no bigger man than one that stoops to pick up a child"??? I was going to say that. Title: Re: Email sent to me about Dabo from a Clemson Friend Post by: BAMAWV on October 15, 2011, 11:51:34 AM Never heard a poor word spoken about Dabo's character. Reminds me of another coach who lives out on a ranch in Texas. Someone remind me of the exact quote for "there is no bigger man than one that stoops to pick up a child"??? I was going to say that. Title: Re: Email sent to me about Dabo from a Clemson Friend Post by: puzzle on October 15, 2011, 12:03:24 PM Never heard a poor word spoken about Dabo's character. Reminds me of another coach who lives out on a ranch in Texas. Someone remind me of the exact quote for "there is no bigger man than one that stoops to pick up a child"??? Title: Re: Email sent to me about Dabo from a Clemson Friend Post by: BAMAWV on October 15, 2011, 12:08:31 PM Never heard a poor word spoken about Dabo's character. Reminds me of another coach who lives out on a ranch in Texas. Someone remind me of the exact quote for "there is no bigger man than one that stoops to pick up a child"??? Title: Re: Email sent to me about Dabo from a Clemson Friend Post by: ricky023 on October 15, 2011, 12:14:05 PM This is great. This is kind of men Alabama has produced and now CNS is instilling this in the young men now playing for him and they are winning with class. God Bless Coach Dabo and his entire family. RTR!
Title: Re: Email sent to me about Dabo from a Clemson Friend Post by: Hannibal Lecter, MD on October 15, 2011, 12:14:58 PM Never heard a poor word spoken about Dabo's character. Reminds me of another coach who lives out on a ranch in Texas. Someone remind me of the exact quote for "there is no bigger man than one that stoops to pick up a child"??? The only stooping going on in here is to a new low level of humor. Title: Re: Email sent to me about Dabo from a Clemson Friend Post by: 2Stater on October 15, 2011, 12:34:58 PM Never heard a poor word spoken about Dabo's character. Reminds me of another coach who lives out on a ranch in Texas. Someone remind me of the exact quote for "there is no bigger man than one that stoops to pick up a child"??? The only stooping going on in here is to a new low level of humor. I know. Isn't it great? Title: Re: Email sent to me about Dabo from a Clemson Friend Post by: ricky023 on October 15, 2011, 12:38:25 PM #+ :lol:, you guys are a sight for sore eyes on a Sat. when things are dead at my house. :clap:, RTR!
Title: Re: Email sent to me about Dabo from a Clemson Friend Post by: 2Stater on October 15, 2011, 01:53:32 PM #+ :lol:, you guys are a sight for sore eyes on a Sat. when things are dead at my house. :clap:, RTR! We do it all for you, Preacher! #+ Title: Re: Email sent to me about Dabo from a Clemson Friend Post by: BAMAWV on October 15, 2011, 03:36:40 PM Never heard a poor word spoken about Dabo's character. Reminds me of another coach who lives out on a ranch in Texas. Someone remind me of the exact quote for "there is no bigger man than one that stoops to pick up a child"??? The only stooping going on in here is to a new low level of humor. Title: Re: Email sent to me about Dabo from a Clemson Friend Post by: ssmith general on October 15, 2011, 06:18:52 PM I gotta see this x-ray.
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