Congratulations to Knights Baseball, who have been ranked number 10 in the Top 25!!!
Many other exciting things are surrounding the team, as well. Allow me to start from the beginning…
During a baseball game on May 9th, 2009, Benjamin Landrey hit the ball and stumbled while running to second base. Just to be safe, his parents decided to take him to the doctor the following Monday. His doctor, Dr. Dalila Riojas, saw the way he was walking and told Kelley (his mom) that she really needed to take him to get an MRI, just to rule anything out. They got a phone call in the middle of the procedure because there was a growth found on Benjamin’s brain; he was promptly admitted to the hospital. Next came the longest day of Kelley and Mark Landry’s life, as Benjamin underwent surgery from 8:50am to 5:30pm...he came out of surgery and was talking within 30 minutes. The struggles continued as he continued to undergo treatment by way of surgeries, radiation, and chemo, which eventually took his eyesight and hearing. 
But, through incredible support from their surrounding community, including the Northwood Knights, Benjamin is on the road to recovery. He recently had an MRI that showed no sign of a tumor. Currently, he is cancer free and has been in remission for one year!! He has such an amazing spirit and loudly cheers on the team as they play. 
For the readers that are in the Dallas/Fort Worth area who are interested in helping Benjamin and his cause, dine at El Chico in Desoto on Saturday, April 16th from 11am until closing time. Twenty percent of the day’s profits will be donated to help pay for the medical expenses! El Chico in Desoto
1111 N. Interstate Highway 35 E
DeSoto, TX
~Melissa
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