There are so many tribulations in the present time as the world battles the Covid-19 pandemic, our country’s divisive political climate, and the daily struggles of raising families in an ever changing modern world.

But let’s not forget the struggles of others as they go through hardship and pain that we don’t see, let’s not forget the cherished Chapel Hill McClendon family that has given us so much joy in the athletic arenas for over 20 years.

Tyler, Zach, and Nick McClendon were warriors, we all know that, we all saw it.

When the youngest McClendon Micah was seriously injured during the past football season that warrior mentality instantly kicked in again for the young Forrest sophomore, who has displayed an indomitable spirit during his nearly five-month recovery period.

Next Tuesday, January 12th, Micah is coming home, beginning a new chapter in his life and he will need us all more than ever as he continues his battle and negotiates the changes, moving forward in his life.

Micah, who celebrated his 16th birthday on December 4, has come a long way after many surgical procedures at Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital, followed by a rehabilitation period at the Sheppard Center in Atlanta.

Although the pandemic has kept most people from having direct contact with Micah during all of the uncertainty and tears, his family has been by his side and the community (far and wide) have been squarely in his corner with their never-ending prayers and monetary support through a myriad of fund raising and just a ton of kind, human efforts to help out.

“We just I want to thank everyone so much for the overwhelming support from our amazing community that we love so much and all of the surrounding communities from all over, including the other states,” Micah’s mom Laura McClendon said. “Just so much continues to pour in for Micah and as he regains more strength in his upper body we are confident and faithful for all the progress that this New Year is going to have for him.”

“I just want to send out thanks to everyone and let everyone know that we can’t do it without you all!”

#MicahStrong11

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