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9-year old Faces Adversity with Olympic Passion.

By Joe Fryer, KARE11 News // KARE 11 news www.kare11.com // February 1, 2008

Nick Nelson was full of wit and optimism as he returns to school and his dream of the Olympics after having surgery that removed his right leg.

Born with Popliteal Pterygium Syndrome, Nick was left in a struggle to walk without pain. Read the incredible story of how he faces his challenge with hope and humor.

Read the full story by Joe Fryer at KARE11 News here.



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