On May 6, 2017 NPR’s Only A Game aired the exclusive story of how one high school football player connected with Massachusetts First Lady Lauren Baker and made a difference for the entire team. Hear Gary’s story by listening to the Only A Game podcast via iTunes or Stitcher!

Massachusetts First Lady Lauren Baker at Burke High School in Dorchester

Coach Beaman and First Lady Lauren Baker

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Burke High School Group shot

Some of the Burke High School Football team with Massachusetts First Lady Lauren Baker and Good Sports staff

The selfie that sparked a $7,500 donation!

Gary, Lauren Baker, and some of the equipment donated to Burke High School

Recreating the selfie that started it all, plus Coach Beaman!