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LSU Athletics Provides Update on Greg Brooks, Announces Greg Brooks Victory Fund
Posted on 10/4/23 at 2:36 pm
Posted on 10/4/23 at 2:36 pm
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The Brooks family, LSU Athletics, and Our Lady of the Lake Health announced today that Greg Brooks, a senior safety on the Tigers’ football team, has been diagnosed with a rare form of brain cancer, medulloblastoma.
“For the last three weeks, Greg has been recovering from an extensive surgery to remove a brain tumor that was located between his cerebellum and brainstem,” said Catherine O’Neal, MD, Chief Medical Officer at Our Lady of the Lake Health. “Greg’s speech and ability to communicate has been impacted, and although he is responsive and working daily with physical therapy, he will face months of intensive rehabilitation. The surgery was successful in removing the tumor, and there is no evidence that the cancer has spread. As he begins rehab in the coming weeks, Greg’s family and care team will determine a treatment plan in collaboration with nationally recognized specialists in this specific form of brain cancer. He has a long journey ahead and will need the full support of our community behind him as he faces this battle.”
To help cover expenses resulting from his illness, The Tiger Athletic Foundation has launched The Greg Brooks Victory Fund.
Supporters can contribute to The Greg Brooks Victory Fund here.
“Greg is a fighter and a winner, and we believe wholeheartedly that he will conquer this battle with cancer,” stated LSU President William F. Tate IV. “Victories are rarely achieved alone, which is why we’re calling on fans from around the world to rally behind The Greg Brooks Victory Fund. Your support will ensure that Greg and his family have everything they need as they embark on their journey to healing and recovery.”
A fifth-year senior from Harvey, La., Brooks attended West Jefferson High School before earning three letters at the University of Arkansas. In 2022, he transferred to LSU, starting 13 games in the Tigers’ secondary and helping propel the program to the SEC Championship Game and a win in the 2023 Citrus Bowl. This season, he was voted a team captain and started the Tigers’ first two games of the season.
“Greg has been a daily inspiration to us all,” the Brooks family said in a statement. “He fights like a Tiger each day and continues to make incremental improvements. We have a long road ahead and are appreciative of the support from our LSU family and Tiger fans. Greg has fans around the world and our phones have been ringing off the hook for the last several weeks with words of encouragement and support. Greg is a warrior! Please continue to keep No. 3, and our entire family, in your prayers.”
Launched with support from Championship Health Partner Our Lady of the Lake Health, The Greg Brooks Victory Fund will be operated by TAF and will offset the costs related to Greg’s care, including treatment, medicine, therapy, travel, and more.
Under NCAA rules, LSU is permitted to accept financial gifts and manage an account to assist Greg Brooks. Per NCAA rules, all contributions of any kind must go through this fund. All donors should be aware that financial contributions to this fund are not tax deductible and are not eligible for Priority Points.
The Brooks family, LSU Athletics, and Our Lady of the Lake Health announced today that Greg Brooks, a senior safety on the Tigers’ football team, has been diagnosed with a rare form of brain cancer, medulloblastoma.
“For the last three weeks, Greg has been recovering from an extensive surgery to remove a brain tumor that was located between his cerebellum and brainstem,” said Catherine O’Neal, MD, Chief Medical Officer at Our Lady of the Lake Health. “Greg’s speech and ability to communicate has been impacted, and although he is responsive and working daily with physical therapy, he will face months of intensive rehabilitation. The surgery was successful in removing the tumor, and there is no evidence that the cancer has spread. As he begins rehab in the coming weeks, Greg’s family and care team will determine a treatment plan in collaboration with nationally recognized specialists in this specific form of brain cancer. He has a long journey ahead and will need the full support of our community behind him as he faces this battle.”
To help cover expenses resulting from his illness, The Tiger Athletic Foundation has launched The Greg Brooks Victory Fund.
Supporters can contribute to The Greg Brooks Victory Fund here.
“Greg is a fighter and a winner, and we believe wholeheartedly that he will conquer this battle with cancer,” stated LSU President William F. Tate IV. “Victories are rarely achieved alone, which is why we’re calling on fans from around the world to rally behind The Greg Brooks Victory Fund. Your support will ensure that Greg and his family have everything they need as they embark on their journey to healing and recovery.”
A fifth-year senior from Harvey, La., Brooks attended West Jefferson High School before earning three letters at the University of Arkansas. In 2022, he transferred to LSU, starting 13 games in the Tigers’ secondary and helping propel the program to the SEC Championship Game and a win in the 2023 Citrus Bowl. This season, he was voted a team captain and started the Tigers’ first two games of the season.
“Greg has been a daily inspiration to us all,” the Brooks family said in a statement. “He fights like a Tiger each day and continues to make incremental improvements. We have a long road ahead and are appreciative of the support from our LSU family and Tiger fans. Greg has fans around the world and our phones have been ringing off the hook for the last several weeks with words of encouragement and support. Greg is a warrior! Please continue to keep No. 3, and our entire family, in your prayers.”
Launched with support from Championship Health Partner Our Lady of the Lake Health, The Greg Brooks Victory Fund will be operated by TAF and will offset the costs related to Greg’s care, including treatment, medicine, therapy, travel, and more.
Under NCAA rules, LSU is permitted to accept financial gifts and manage an account to assist Greg Brooks. Per NCAA rules, all contributions of any kind must go through this fund. All donors should be aware that financial contributions to this fund are not tax deductible and are not eligible for Priority Points.
This post was edited on 10/4/23 at 2:39 pm
Posted on 10/4/23 at 2:37 pm to LSU
Very sad… prayers to Greg and his family.
Posted on 10/4/23 at 2:37 pm to LSU
Wow prayers for Greg. I’m sure this isn’t the journey he ever expected to be on.
Posted on 10/4/23 at 2:39 pm to LSU
This is the first time it's been released that the tumor was cancerous. Previously it was posted here that it was benign. Good to see it hasn't spread. Prayers for the young man.
Posted on 10/4/23 at 2:40 pm to LSU
Terrible news but quick search says this type of tumor has 70-80% survival.
Lots of factors involved but hope he’s in that 70-80%
Lots of factors involved but hope he’s in that 70-80%
This post was edited on 10/4/23 at 2:41 pm
Posted on 10/4/23 at 2:40 pm to LSU
The longer it went without hearing the more I feared that it was indeed cancer. Terrible news, but hopefully he gets the very best care.
Posted on 10/4/23 at 2:42 pm to LSU
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The surgery was successful in removing the tumor, and there is no evidence that the cancer has spread
That’s good news at least
Posted on 10/4/23 at 2:44 pm to Pikes Peak Tiger
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Terrible news but quick search says this type of tumor has 70-80% survival.
Yeah, his age group is more like 80% 5 year survival. 60%+ make full recovery. So relatively high compared to other brain cancers. It also sounds like the cancer didn't spread which is good. Keep him in your prayers.
This post was edited on 10/4/23 at 2:45 pm
Posted on 10/4/23 at 2:45 pm to Ingeniero
Way too young!
Prayers up for he and his family.
Definitely puts the game itself in proper perspective.
At the end of the day it really don’t matter with wins and losses
It’s the journey every single player goes through that matters and this one is bigger than lsu
Prayers up for he and his family.
Definitely puts the game itself in proper perspective.
At the end of the day it really don’t matter with wins and losses
It’s the journey every single player goes through that matters and this one is bigger than lsu
This post was edited on 10/4/23 at 2:48 pm
Posted on 10/4/23 at 2:45 pm to LSU
Miracles do happen. Blessings and prayers for him and his family. Nothing but the best.
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Posted on 10/4/23 at 2:47 pm to LSU
Prayers for Greg Brooks and his family!
Posted on 10/4/23 at 2:53 pm to LSU
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It's gut-wrenching to read, but it sounds like he has a great chance if it hasn't spread.
I'm looking forward to seeing Greg standing on the field and receiving a standing ovation from Tiger Nation.
It's gut-wrenching to read, but it sounds like he has a great chance if it hasn't spread.
I'm looking forward to seeing Greg standing on the field and receiving a standing ovation from Tiger Nation.
Posted on 10/4/23 at 2:53 pm to LSU
LSU needs to sell T-shirt jerseys with his name and number. All proceeds going to his family.
Posted on 10/4/23 at 3:03 pm to LSUTIGERS8181
I complain about a lot of things that really are not important to my life. I had an older cousin who was a kind hearted Christian. She was 62 years old and developed very painful headaches. She was diagnosed with a large brain tumor. She died nine months later.
Prayers for Greg and his family. I cannot imagine how tragic this is. Hopefully, Greg can make a reasonable recovery and live to be and old man.
Life is a gift from God. I pray that God Carries Greg in His arms every day.
Prayers for Greg and his family. I cannot imagine how tragic this is. Hopefully, Greg can make a reasonable recovery and live to be and old man.
Life is a gift from God. I pray that God Carries Greg in His arms every day.
Posted on 10/4/23 at 3:05 pm to LSU
Could we white out the Auburn game for Greg Brooks?
Posted on 10/4/23 at 3:07 pm to LSU
But he’ll be ok right? Rehab will be long and hard but he should live an ok life??
Edit: Crap I just saw not spread and didn’t think through that comment meant it is indeed cancer.
SMH at myself.
Edit: Crap I just saw not spread and didn’t think through that comment meant it is indeed cancer.
SMH at myself.
This post was edited on 10/4/23 at 3:11 pm
Posted on 10/4/23 at 3:09 pm to LSU
Wow, that really puts things into perspective. I’m glad they found it early enough to keep it from spreading. Praying ?? for a full recovery.
Posted on 10/4/23 at 3:27 pm to LSU
prayers are incredibly important - perhaps the most important thing we can do for mr. brooks & his family.
with that being said, i hope everyone who is able to do so makes a donation to this fund as well. even if it's just $5, it all adds up.
with that being said, i hope everyone who is able to do so makes a donation to this fund as well. even if it's just $5, it all adds up.
Posted on 10/4/23 at 3:28 pm to LSU
Prayers to GB and his family. Positive thoughts
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