Star Student-Athlete: Football Player Makes Girl's Dream Come True

CLEARWATER, FL — We all know student-athletes who also bring their A-game to other parts of their lives.

Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these heroes making a difference in their communities. We’re working to let all your neighbors know the individual stories behind the leaderboard.

This submission comes from Suzanne Smith of the Calvary Christian High School Best Buddies chapter who nominated Ricky Brown of Clearwater.

In addition to playing varsity football at Calvary Christian High School, Ricky is active in the high school's Best Buddies chapter.

This year, for the senior homecoming dance, Ricky invited a member of the Best Buddies, a teen with Down's syndrome, to go to the dance with him.

"Ricky invited and escorted a young lady with Down's syndrome whose dream it was to attend her homecoming," Smith said. "He does what’s right always, even when no one is looking. He is outgoing, kind, funny and compassionate."

Keep up the great work, Ricky Brown!

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