In this special episode of The Cerebral Palsy Perspective Podcast, Chad Williams and Daryl Perry welcome Luke, the first recipient of the Doing Hard Things My Way Adaptive Athlete Scholarship.

After reviewing hundreds of applications, Luke's story stood out because of his determination, leadership, athletic accomplishments, and commitment to helping others. A recent high school graduate from Alabama, Luke has spent the last four years competing in football and track while developing a passion for adaptive athletics and disability advocacy.

During this conversation, Luke shares how he unexpectedly found his love for sports, what athletics taught him about teamwork and leadership, and how discovering adaptive sports opened new possibilities for his future. He also discusses his decision to pursue a career in physical therapy and his goal of helping other individuals with disabilities discover opportunities in adaptive athletics.

The conversation highlights the power of community, the importance of creating opportunities for others, and what it means to truly do hard things your own way.

In This Episode

• Meet Luke, the first Doing Hard Things My Way scholarship recipient

• How a friend's encouragement led him into athletics

• Lessons learned through football and track and field

• Why teamwork matters beyond sports

• Discovering adaptive athletics and new opportunities

• Attending the University of Alabama's adaptive athletics program

• Pursuing a future career in physical therapy

• Advocating for people with disabilities in sports

• The impact of mentorship, support, and community

• What it means to build a future centered around helping others

About The Scholarship

The Doing Hard Things My Way Adaptive Athlete Scholarship was created to recognize adaptive athletes who demonstrate perseverance, determination, leadership, and a commitment to making a difference in the lives of others. Luke's story embodies those values and serves as an inspiration for athletes and advocates alike.

Connect With Luke:

https://www.instagram.com/luke__ramos_

Connect With Chad

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chadwillia1/

Connect With Daryl

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daryltperry

If you enjoyed this episode, share it with someone who could benefit from hearing Luke's story. Conversations like these help create awareness, build community, and remind us of what's possible when we choose to keep moving forward.