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A courageous teenager battling brain cancer gets the surprise of a lifetime from his beloved Florida Gators
CNN By Patrick Snell, CNN (CNN) — It started with just the kind of news that is every parent’s worst nightmare. Like so many other teenagers, Jonah Blick was enjoying what should have been a fun-filled day out with friends at the lake. What followed on that ill-fated hot summer’s day in August would change the 14-year-old’s life forever. The seemingly perfectly healthy and always active youngster from Georgia suffered a massive seizure, with scans later revealing three brain tumors.
A courageous teenager battling brain cancer gets the surprise of a lifetime from his beloved Florida Gators
CNN via CNN Newsource Jonah got to meet his favorite Florida player: Quarterback Aaron Philo. By Patrick Snell, CNN (CNN) — It started with just the kind of news that is every parent’s worst nightmare. Like so many other teenagers, Jonah Blick was enjoying what should have been a fun-filled day out with friends at the lake. What followed on that ill-fated hot summer’s day in August would change the 14-year-old’s life forever.
A courageous teenager battling brain cancer gets the surprise of a lifetime from his beloved Florida Gators
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A courageous teenager battling brain cancer gets the surprise of a lifetime from his beloved Florida Gators
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A courageous teenager battling brain cancer gets the surprise of a lifetime from his beloved Florida Gators
CNN By Patrick Snell, CNN (CNN) — It started with just the kind of news that is every parent’s worst nightmare. Like so many other teenagers, Jonah Blick was enjoying what should have been a fun-filled day out with friends at the lake. What followed on that ill-fated hot summer’s day in August would change the 14-year-old’s life forever. The seemingly perfectly healthy and always active youngster from Georgia suffered a massive seizure, with scans later revealing three brain tumors.
A courageous teenager battling brain cancer gets the surprise of a lifetime from his beloved Florida Gators
CNN By Patrick Snell, CNN (CNN) — It started with just the kind of news that is every parent’s worst nightmare. Like so many other teenagers, Jonah Blick was enjoying what should have been a fun-filled day out with friends at the lake. What followed on that ill-fated hot summer’s day in August would change the 14-year-old’s life forever. The seemingly perfectly healthy and always active youngster from Georgia suffered a massive seizure, with scans later revealing three brain tumors.
A courageous teenager battling brain cancer gets the surprise of a lifetime from his beloved Florida Gators
By Patrick Snell, CNN (CNN) — It started with just the kind of news that is every parent’s worst nightmare. Like so many other teenagers, Jonah Blick was enjoying what should have been a fun-filled day out with friends at the lake. What followed on that ill-fated hot summer’s day in August would change the 14-year-old’s life forever. The seemingly perfectly healthy and always active youngster from Georgia suffered a massive seizure, with scans later revealing three brain tumors.
A courageous teenager battling brain cancer gets the surprise of a lifetime from his beloved Florida Gators
CNN By Patrick Snell, CNN (CNN) — It started with just the kind of news that is every parent’s worst nightmare. Like so many other teenagers, Jonah Blick was enjoying what should have been a fun-filled day out with friends at the lake. What followed on that ill-fated hot summer’s day in August would change the 14-year-old’s life forever. The seemingly perfectly healthy and always active youngster from Georgia suffered a massive seizure, with scans later revealing three brain tumors.
A courageous teenager battling brain cancer gets the surprise of a lifetime from his beloved Florida Gators
(CNN) — It started with just the kind of news that is every parent’s worst nightmare. Like so many other teenagers, Jonah Blick was enjoying what should have been a fun-filled day out with friends at the lake. What followed on that ill-fated hot summer’s day in August would change the 14-year-old’s life forever. The seemingly perfectly healthy and always active youngster from Georgia suffered a massive seizure, with scans later revealing three brain tumors.
A courageous teenager battling brain cancer gets the surprise of a lifetime from his beloved Florida Gators
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A courageous teenager battling brain cancer gets the surprise of a lifetime from his beloved Florida Gators
By Patrick Snell, CNN (CNN) — It started with just the kind of news that is every parent’s worst nightmare. Like so many other teenagers, Jonah Blick was enjoying what should have been a fun-filled day out with friends at the lake. What followed on that ill-fated hot summer’s day in August would change the 14-year-old’s life forever. The seemingly perfectly healthy and always active youngster from Georgia suffered a massive seizure, with scans later revealing three brain tumors.
A courageous teenager battling brain cancer gets the surprise of a lifetime from his beloved Florida Gators
(CNN) — It started with just the kind of news that is every parent’s worst nightmare. Like so many other teenagers, Jonah Blick was enjoying what should have been a fun-filled day out with friends at the lake. What followed on that ill-fated hot summer’s day in August would change the 14-year-old’s life forever. The seemingly perfectly healthy and always active youngster from Georgia suffered a massive seizure, with scans later revealing three brain tumors.
A courageous teenager battling brain cancer gets the surprise of a lifetime from his beloved Florida Gators
By Patrick Snell, CNN (CNN) — It started with just the kind of news that is every parent’s worst nightmare. Like so many other teenagers, Jonah Blick was enjoying what should have been a fun-filled day out with friends at the lake. What followed on that ill-fated hot summer’s day in August would change the 14-year-old’s life forever. The seemingly perfectly healthy and always active youngster from Georgia suffered a massive seizure, with scans later revealing three brain tumors.
A courageous teenager battling brain cancer gets the surprise of a lifetime from his beloved Florida Gators
By Patrick Snell, CNN (CNN) — It started with just the kind of news that is every parent’s worst nightmare. Like so many other teenagers, Jonah Blick was enjoying what should have been a fun-filled day out with friends at the lake. What followed on that ill-fated hot summer’s day in August would change the 14-year-old’s life forever. The seemingly perfectly healthy and always active youngster from Georgia suffered a massive seizure, with scans later revealing three brain tumors.
A courageous teenager battling brain cancer gets the surprise of a lifetime from his beloved Florida Gators
CNN By Patrick Snell, CNN (CNN) — It started with just the kind of news that is every parent’s worst nightmare. Like so many other teenagers, Jonah Blick was enjoying what should have been a fun-filled day out with friends at the lake. What followed on that ill-fated hot summer’s day in August would change the 14-year-old’s life forever. The seemingly perfectly healthy and always active youngster from Georgia suffered a massive seizure, with scans later revealing three brain tumors.
A courageous teenager battling brain cancer gets the surprise of a lifetime from his beloved Florida Gators
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A courageous teenager battling brain cancer gets the surprise of a lifetime from his beloved Florida Gators
Video Ad Feedback How the brave young Florida Gators fan Jonah Blick got a surprise of a lifetime 2:25 • Source: CNN How the brave young Florida Gators fan Jonah Blick got a surprise of a lifetime 2:25 See all topics Email Link Copied! It started with just the kind of news that is every parent’s worst nightmare. Like so many other teenagers, Jonah Blick was enjoying what should have been a fun-filled day out with friends at the lake.
A courageous teenager battling brain cancer gets the surprise of a lifetime from his beloved Florida Gators
“I Don’t Care Who Starts Just Win”: Fans React As Florida Reportedly Set to Start New QB vs Arch Manning’s Texas After Injury to Aaron Philo The Florida Gators are expected to start quarterback Tramell Jones against Arch Manning’s Texas on Saturday. Quarterback Aaron Philo is recovering from a shoulder injury, and Pete Nakos reported that Florida will turn to Jones. Florida fans were quick to react to the news. “Let’s go I don’t care who …
A courageous teenager battling brain cancer gets the surprise of a lifetime from his beloved Florida Gators
It started with just the kind of news that is every parent's worst nightmare. Like so many other teenagers, Jonah Blick was enjoying what should have been a fun-filled day out with friends at the lake. What followed on that ill-fated hot summer's day in August would change the 14-year-old's life forever. The seemingly perfectly healthy and always active youngster from Georgia suffered a massive seizure, with scans later revealing three brain tumors. "We don't have any health issues in our family.
A courageous teenager battling brain cancer gets the surprise of a lifetime from his beloved Florida Gators
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A courageous teenager battling brain cancer gets the surprise of a lifetime from his beloved Florida Gators
It started with just the kind of news that is every parent's worst nightmare. Like so many other teenagers, Jonah Blick was enjoying what should have been a fun-filled day out with friends at the lake. What followed on that ill-fated hot summer's day in August would change the 14-year-old's life forever. The seemingly perfectly healthy and always active youngster from Georgia suffered a massive seizure, with scans later revealing three brain tumors. "We don't have any health issues in our family.
A courageous teenager battling brain cancer gets the surprise of a lifetime from his beloved Florida Gators
It started with just the kind of news that is every parent's worst nightmare. Like so many other teenagers, Jonah Blick was enjoying what should have been a fun-filled day out with friends at the lake. What followed on that ill-fated hot summer's day in August would change the 14-year-old's life forever. The seemingly perfectly healthy and always active youngster from Georgia suffered a massive seizure, with scans later revealing three brain tumors. "We don't have any health issues in our family.
A courageous teenager battling brain cancer gets the surprise of a lifetime from his beloved Florida Gators
(CNN) — It started with just the kind of news that is every parent’s worst nightmare. Like so many other teenagers, Jonah Blick was enjoying what should have been a fun-filled day out with friends at the lake. What followed on that ill-fated hot summer’s day in August would change the 14-year-old’s life forever. The seemingly perfectly healthy and always active youngster from Georgia suffered a massive seizure, with scans later revealing three brain tumors.
A courageous teenager battling brain cancer gets the surprise of a lifetime from his beloved Florida Gators
(CNN) — It started with just the kind of news that is every parent’s worst nightmare. Like so many other teenagers, Jonah Blick was enjoying what should have been a fun-filled day out with friends at the lake. What followed on that ill-fated hot summer’s day in August would change the 14-year-old’s life forever. The seemingly perfectly healthy and always active youngster from Georgia suffered a massive seizure, with scans later revealing three brain tumors.
Counting down to next year’s Rugby World Cup in Australia
Video Ad Feedback Counting down to next year's Rugby World Cup in Australia World Sport anchor Patrick Snell looks ahead to the tournament with former England rugby international James Haskell. 8:05 • Source: CNN World Sport 2 videos Video Ad Feedback Counting down to next year's Rugby World Cup in Australia 8:05 Now playing • Source: CNN Video Ad Feedback PSG's Ousmane Dembélé reflects on golden 2025 campaign 5:29 Now playing • Source: CNN
Chris Gotterup caps off breakout season as captain’s pick for Presidents Cup
Video Ad Feedback Chris Gotterup caps off breakout season as captain's pick for Presidents Cup The Presidents Cup heads to Chicago later this month, with the U.S. taking on the best players from around the world outside of Europe. Gotterup was one of six captain's picks for the tournament. World Sport's Patrick Snell caught up with American Chris Gotterup at the Tour Championship.
Gary Woodland isn’t just playing for himself anymore. His newfound purpose in life is way bigger than that Original
Gary Woodland of the United States reacts on the 10th hole prior to the Tour Championship in Atlanta. Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images See all topics Email Link Copied! Atlanta — If there’s a more uplifting comeback story anywhere in the sports world right now, I’d like to know about it. Simply put, American golfer Gary Woodland is beyond inspiring.
Cape Verde star Pico Lopes reflects on Cinderella run at World Cup
Video Ad Feedback Cape Verde star Pico Lopes reflects on Cinderella run at World Cup Shamrock Rovers captain Pico Lopes helped Cape Verde make World Cup history, becoming the smallest nation ever to reach the knockout stage. World Sport's Patrick Snell recently caught up with Lopes about his incredible summer and how he got to represent Cape Verde in the first place.
Ryan Fox shares his ‘rare’ journey to becoming a major champion
Video Ad Feedback Ryan Fox shares his "rare" journey to becoming a major champion Open champion Ryan Fox talks with World Sport's Patrick Snell about his long journey in the sport, and the influence of two iconic athletes on his career: His father Grant Fox, and the late, great cricket superstar, Shane Warne.
South African surfer Luke Thompson making waves for his homeland
Ad Feedback Video Ad Feedback South African surfer Luke Thompson making waves for his homeland At just 22 years old, South Africa’s Luke Thompson is making serious waves. He's one of two South African surfers on the WSL CT this season, alongside veteran Jordy Smith, and caught up with Patrick Snell as part of the African Voices Playmakers series.
Ryan Fox makes history with maiden major win at Open Championship Original
Video Ad Feedback Ryan Fox makes history with maiden major win at Open Championship Ryan Fox took home the Claret Jug after draining a birdie putt on the 18th hole to win the 2026 Open Championship at Royal Birkdale on Sunday. Once the dust settled on his major breakthrough, he spoke with CNN World Sport's Patrick Snell, and was understandably clutching the Claret Jug with love.
Why this World Cup’s Golden Boot race is historic
Video Ad Feedback Why this World Cup's Golden Boot race is historic CNN's Patrick Snell explains how superstar playmakers are driving a tight race for top goalscorer, and the tiebreaker rules that could decide the winner. Discover more videos, including live streams and exclusive storytelling, on our Watch page.
Landon Donovan believes the USA can win the World Cup. They just need a lot of good breaks Original
USA forward Folarin Balogun celebrates with teammates after scoring his team's third goal during the 2026 World Cup match against Paraguay. Patrick T. Fallon/AFP/Getty Images See all topics Email Link Copied! US soccer legend Landon Donovan has good news for American fans who may just be daring to dream: He believes the USA can indeed win the World Cup. With one important caveat: A lot must fall into place first – starting with a win on Wednesday over Round of 32 opponents Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Inside the Tennessee high school that’s Spain’s home away from home at this year’s World Cup Original
Soccer players from Baylor School practice on the school's fields in Chattanooga, Tennessee. CNN See all topics Email Link Copied! Spain's World Cup squad, led by teen star Lamine Yamal, has chosen a Tennessee high school as its training base. Baylor School in Chattanooga offers the reigning European champion privacy, security and world-class facilities for group stage preparation.
Inside the Tennessee high school that’s Spain’s home away from home at this year’s World Cup
World Cup predictions: Picking the winner in every game of the entire tournament Everyone is using artificial intelligence to do, well, everything. With the World Cup starting on June 11, you can't scroll for more than a couple of …
Paris Saint-Germain and Arsenal set to clash in the Champions League final
• Champions League glory: Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain take to Budapest’s Puskás Aréna in search of the ultimate prize in club soccer – Ol’ Big Ears. It’s a warm day in Hungary and CNN Sports is on the ground to bring you all you need to know ahead of kick off at noon ET and beyond.
The World Cup debutants determined to prove ‘nothing is impossible’ Original
See all topics Email Link Copied! When the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off on June 11 in Mexico City, it will set in motion a flurry of historic firsts. A newly expanded 48-team tournament, three countries: the US, Canada and Mexico as hosts and we’ll also get to see four debutants in the shape of Curaçao, Jordan, Uzbekistan and Cape Verde.
The curious case of the missing Wanamaker Trophy
The Wanamaker Trophy is what every golfer teeing off at the PGA Championship is fighting for. - William Howard/Icon Sportswire/AP The famed Wanamaker Trophy is the largest and heaviest in golf, but don’t think for one minute it can’t ever be lost. A star-studded field is converging on Pennsylvania this week for the PGA Championship at Aronimink Country Club to battle it out for the coveted title, but it won’t be the original glittering piece of silverware they’re competing for.
The City of Brotherly Love will see this sibling duo contend for the PGA Championship Original
Matt Fitzpatrick, left, and Alex Fitzpatrick play a practice round at Aronimink Golf Club on Monday ahead of this week's PGA Championship. Bill Streicher/Imagn Images/Reuters See all topics Email Link Copied! Newtown Square, Pennsylvania — With the PGA Championship taking place just a few miles outside of the City of Brotherly Love this week, it’s certainly appropriate that two English siblings find themselves in contention for a major title.
Team USA is one game away from its first gold medal in men’s hockey since 1980. That team still provides inspiration Original
If Team USA is looking for inspiration ahead of the men’s Olympic hockey final Sunday against fierce rivals Canada, it need look no further than the iconic exploits of the “Miracle on Ice” heroes from 1980. It’s been 46 years since the last time the United States won gold in the competition, but what a journey it was for the Americans along the way to glory at Lake Placid in New York.
Why Benfica vs. Real Madrid is trending
Why Benfica vs. Real Madrid is trending Real Madrid forward Vinícius Júnior accused an opponent of racially insulting him during Tuesday’s Champions League game against Benfica, leading to the game being halted for nearly 10 minutes. CNN's Patrick Snell breaks down what led to the incident and how the players involved are responding. Discover more videos, including live streams and exclusive storytelling, on our Watch page. 1:22 • Source: CNN Get Looped in 14 videos Why Benfica vs.
Benfica goalkeeper Anatoliy Trubin looks for more Champions League magic against Real Madrid | CNN Original
When Benfica and Ukraine goalkeeper Anatoliy Trubin comes to one day look back on his playing career, there’s one moment he’ll likely never ever forget. The time he was sent forward by As Águias manager José Mourinho to score a crucial 98th minute header against the mighty, 15-time European champion Real Madrid. Trubin’s goal that night in Lisbon’s Estádio da Luz last month had major ramifications.
How the greatest FA Cup upset ever is just the beginning for Macclesfield FC | CNN Original
There’s a reason people so often talk about the magic and romance of the Cup, and given recent events, it’s all still very much alive and well. Dating all the way back to the early 1870s, England’s iconic FA Cup is the oldest national soccer competition in the world. Traditionally, it pits non-league and lower league teams with the sport’s elite.
Teen runner sets new record for fastest mile by a junior athlete
A 16-year-old from New Zealand has set a new world record for the fastest mile run by an under18 athlete. Sam Ruthe crossed the finish line in an extraordinary 3:48.88 minutes at the John Thomas Terrier Classic in Boston, United States on Saturday, outpacing a field of professionals to win the invitational heat on an indoor track. I didnt feel like I was going that fast to be honest.
Corredor adolescente establece un nuevo récord de la milla más rápida para una atleta juvenil Original
CNN — Un joven de 16 años de Nueva Zelandia estableció un nuevo récord mundial de la milla más rápida corrida por un atleta menor de 18 años. Sam Ruthe cruzó la meta el sábado en unos extraordinarios 3:48.88 minutos en el John Thomas Terrier Classic en Boston, Estados Unidos, superando a un grupo de profesionales para ganar la serie invitacional en una pista cubierta. “La verdad, no sentí que iba tan rápido.
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