Zach Babal is a senior at MidPark High School and is treated at the University Hospitals’ Ireland Cancer Center for T-cell leukemia. 

On October 24, Melissa Najda RN, Barb Humrick PNP, and Dr. Erin Cockrell attended Zach’s final high school football game to cheer him on.  Zach is Senior Captain of 2008 MidPark Varsity Football Team and returning lettermen in football, wrestling and track and field.  During the past year, Zach has been determined not to let his illness keep him on the sidelines.  He used all of his strength and determination to return to the field and we are happy to report his leukemia is currently in remission.

Zach was deservingly recognized for his achievements in the spirit of “Inspiring Excellence.”  In recognition of Zach’s return to the football field, Mr. Derran Wimer, the Superintendent of Schools, presented Zach with two ceremonial game balls that were signed by the athletes and coaches that performed in this game. 

We salute Zach’s strength and courage; he is undoubtedly an inspiration to everyone.