Steve Gleason

High school (ages 12+)
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1. When was Steve Gleason born?March 19, 1977
2. Where was Steve Gleason born?Spokane, Washington
3. What is the career?Professional football player (safety) for the New Orleans Saints (2000-2006)
4. What is the diagnosis?Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) in 2011
5. Who is Steve Gleason?Steve Gleason is a former NFL safety who played for the New Orleans Saints and is known for his courage on and off the field.
6. What famous play did he make after Hurricane Katrina?He blocked a punt and scored a touchdown in the Saints' first home game after the hurricane, giving the city a moment of hope.

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