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Reach for A Dream: Jason's story

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Our friends from Reach for A Dream told us about Jason who has had some challenges in his young life. He is a is a kind, thoughtful, adventurous, and caring 14 year old with big dreams. He is also an absolute superstar in mountain biking - he was ceded in the top 50 in his age group in the WC Schools MTB series. But unfortunately a life threatening illness has put his dreams on hold a bit. Jason was was diagnosed with Germinoma and he is on the road to recovery, but still dreams of getting back on the trails!
13 May 6AM English South Africa News

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