Florida broadcaster released from hospital after falling 20 feet during game
Local sports radio newscaster to return after injury
Brevard County's Caleb Brown, a sports radio broadcaster, hopes to return to his passion after he suffered an injury from falling 20 feet at a youth football game. Brown spoke with FOX 35's Esther Bower about his recovery.
BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. - After falling 20 feet, injuring his lower body, a local radio sports newscaster says he's hoping to return to his passion soon.
Caleb Brown, a sportscaster with Brevard Sports Network, was released from the hospital after weeks of care and is eager to begin his long road to recovery to get back to broadcasting games as soon as possible, he said.
What led to his injuries?
The backstory:
Brown was standing on a platform during a Volusia County youth football game in September when a strong wind came through and knocked the scaffolding over, with him still on top. He fell about 20 feet and injured his lower body, including his pelvis and surrounding organs.
After weeks of hospital care, he’s finally home recovering with his family.
Caleb was discharged from Sea Pines Rehab Hospital in Melbourne earlier in October. While there, he underwent therapy. Doctors assisted him with moving around, though he still can't put weight on one of his legs, he said.
A Florida radio broadcaster is recovering at home after falling more than 20 feet while calling a game.
Hopes to return to broadcasting
What they're saying:
Brown says he's thankful for community support and is committed to his recovery. He really wants to be back broadcasting games as soon as possible, he said.
"These last Friday nights have been kind of a little emotional for me," Brown said. "I miss it more than words can honestly express."
Despite all he's gone through, Brown's doctors are positive. They say he's doing well, and his positive attitude is also helping him get better faster.
"I think motivation is really important, so on that end Caleb had the right attitude," said Dr. Juan Lebron, Medical Director at Sea Pines Rehabilitation Hospital in Melbourne, said.
A Florida radio broadcaster is recovering at home after falling more than 20 feet while calling a game.
What you can do:
Caleb, who will remain out of work for a while, is fundraising to help with all his costs.
More information about Brown's story can be found here.
The Source: Information in this article was sourced from an interview with Caleb Brown and Dr. Juan Lebron.