As Tyler’s dad, I’ve watched him grow from a second-grader who always put his team first to a high school athlete excelling in football, basketball, and baseball. Football was always his dream.
During his sophomore year, while pitching in a spring baseball game, Tyler suffered a hip flexor injury. Since TCO is Spring Lake Park’s Official Sports Medicine Provider, he turned to trusted Athletic Trainer Sarah Boo for guidance. With her help, we met with Dr. Jason Barry, who identified the injury and created a recovery plan. That summer, Tyler worked tirelessly with TCO Physical Therapist Mark Weigand and was ready in time for his junior season.
Despite all that work, the season didn’t go as planned. It was a tough year filled with frustration and missed opportunities, and Tyler was determined to make his senior year count. Then, just three games into the season, he broke his collarbone. Dr. Barry was able to quickly get him in for surgery. One plate. Seven screws. Tyler was devastated, thinking his dream of a final season was gone.
With the support of Sarah, Dr. Barry, and Mark, Tyler began a focused recovery. Against the odds, he returned early and helped propel the Panthers to a perfect season and a state title.
To Sarah: Your steady presence and care have meant the world to Tyler and so many athletes.
To Mark: Your guidance through two recoveries made this return possible.
To Dr. Barry: Thank you for your skill and support in getting Tyler back on the field.
The entire TCO team has made a lasting impact, not just in healing injuries, but in restoring hope.
