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Steve Gleason played for the New Orleans Saints and blocked a punt after Hurricane Katrina. He was diagnosed with ALS in 2011 and became a champion for research, technology and hope.
Gleason is particularly known for his block of a punt early in a 2006 game, which became a symbol of recovery in New Orleans in the team's first home game after Hurricane Katrina. In 2011, Gleason revealed that he was battling amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's disease).
Jan 5, 2021 · ALS, once commonly known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, is a mercilessly cruel disease. It progressively robs people of their motor skills, and in turn, destroys their quality of life. Although...
Team Gleason is a nonprofit organization founded by former NFL player Steve Gleason, who has ALS. It provides technology, equipment, and support services to people with ALS and shares their stories of hope and courage.
Apr 25, 2024 · Interview: Steve Gleason, the author of the A.L.S. memoir ‘A Life Impossible’ - The New York Times. By the Book. Letter by Letter, Steve Gleason Typed His Memoir With His Eyes. The...
Sep 9, 2023 · Learn about the life and legacy of Steve Gleason, a former Saints safety who made a historic play in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina and battled ALS for over a decade. Find out how he became a symbol of resilience, inspiration and advocacy for millions of people with the disease.
4 days ago · Sports. Former WSU Cougar, NFL player Steve Gleason on his new memoir, life with ALS. May 24, 2024 at 6:00 am Updated May 24, 2024 at 6:00 am. By. Sam C. Taylor. Special to The Seattle Times.
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