High School Football Devastation: Missouri Teen's Game Leads to 3 Severe Neck Injuries and Paralysis

Ju'Lius Byers, a promising high school football player, recently sustained a catastrophic spinal injury. The 14-year-old freshman recounted the incident to a local news station while recovering in his hospital bed, where he remains partially paralyzed. “I recall getting off the block, getting hit, blacking out briefly, then waking up,” he shared.His injury transpired just moments after he entered the field for the first time, during a game against Lee Summit High School. Ju’Lius’ father, William Byers, spoke about the excitement surrounding his son’s debut.Tragically, Byers was rushed to Children’s Mercy Hospital for urgent surgeries due to the severity of his condition. As a result, a GoFundMe campaign was established, highlighting Ju'Lius’ background as a multi-sport athlete with aspirations of playing at Missouri Western State University. Despite his challenges, his determination remains strong, and support from the community continues to pour in, raising over $40,000 toward his medical expenses.