Missing Player Remembered At Field Dedication Ahead Of Word Series Trip

Lacking Participant Remembered At Subject Dedication Forward Of World Collection Journey

GREENBRIER TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn Information) – At a ceremony Saturday afternoon, the No. 2 ball subject at Louise Martin Park in Greenbrier was formally renamed the Braxton Fuqua Memorial Subject #5.

Greenbrier Mayor Bonnette Dawson first introduced the decision on the metropolis’s final Board of Mayor and Alderman assembly. See video right here.

A 12 months an a half in the past Nicole Turnbow acquired the information that her son Braxton had most cancers. The information triggered an extended battle that ended simply weeks in the past. FULL STORY

Smokey Barn Information was there at present as Mayor Dawson re-read the proclamation and formally devoted the sphere in Braxton’s reminiscence. See video above.

Greenbrier 8U Boys crew (Braxton’s crew) are formally undefeated State Champions. They beat Wayne County 3 – 2, then they conquered Dickson County 8 – 0 for the championship. The crew additionally acquired the Sportsmanship Award and are headed to the World Collection on the finish of July in Louisiana.

“He was the crew’s Angel within the outfield,” mentioned Braxton’s mother Nicole Turnbow who attended the sport. That’s her on the left within the crew photograph above. For those who recall, Braxton misplaced his battle with most cancers only a few weeks in the past and he cherished baseball and his crew. #braxtonstrong

Nicole Turnbow and her daughter Kelsey had been each there with them for the crew’s remaining win in opposition to Dickson County. “Braxton was even acknowledged and I used to be given a champ ring for him additionally!” Mother mentioned.

Braxton’s Mother sponsored the crew’s bat baggage and had Braxton’s new brand placed on them for the boys. “They LOVED them!! I’m having his brand patented as a result of I had it particularly designed for him.”

Whole of 9 video games in 4 days with a mixed rating of 107-17 with 5 of the video games full shut outs. Smokey Barn Information will comply with the crew as they head to the World Collection.

Greenbrier 8U Boys Crew: Photographer/Crew Mother Angie Carter

Again row left to proper is Kaden Evitts, Jack Carter, Carter Go, Bear Pulley, Colton Connally, Ricky Clark III, Ashton Chowning.

Entrance row left to proper…Nicole Turnbow (Braxton Fuqua), Yaelin Garrett, Traydon Bostick, Wesley Dorris, John Slagel, River Hilliard.

Left to proper adults… Ken Dorris, Josh Pulley (Coach), Dud Connally, and Tray Bostick.

Nicole Turnbow Introduces BraxtonStrong Basis

After shedding my son, Braxton Fuqua, to mind most cancers in Could, I needed to discover a technique to maintain his legacy going. Throughout his 12 months and a half battle, irrespective of how a lot he needed to undergo or struggling, he all the time saved his religion in God, he continued to all the time present love and take care of others, and stayed so robust! I made a decision to start out a nonprofit basis in his honor, I named it, “BraxtonStrong Basis”. It’s a 501c3 group and 100% of income and donations shall be used to assist out our group! I wouldn’t have been in a position to be by my son’s facet with out shedding all the things we had and our residence if it wasn’t for our group and I’m eternally grateful! This journey of ours has modified my life eternally and grew my religion within the Lord stronger than it ever was earlier than.

I plan to sale BraxtonStrong gadgets year-round and naturally, donations are all the time welcome! I may also have numerous occasions to assist increase funds. I need to give again and assist primarily the kids in our group and surrounding areas which can be having to do with out because of numerous conditions. I imagine God will lead me to what He desires me to assist with. I’m tremendous excited to see what all the muse goes to do and the way it will change peoples lives!

Donations are accepted by way of PayPal at [email protected] or contact Nicole Turnbow at 615-351-1341.

Greenbrier Names Baseball Subject In Honor Of Braxton Fuqua

A Mom’s Touching Good Bye To Her Son #BraxtonStrong