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Ian Burkhart

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Ian Burkhart (2009 grad) suffered a severe spinal injury last night while on vacation in Virginia.  Ian had an accident while jumping into the ocean.  As I write this email he is in surgery to attempt to decompress his spinal column.  Early indications are that he has crushed his C5 and C6 vertebrae and doctors are currently evaluating the likelihood of him regaining use of any of his extremities. 

 

The whole Burkhart family is in Norfolk VA with Ian.  Marshall said that they have spoken with Ian, that he is in good spirits considering the circumstances, and that before going into surgery he had a little movement of his arm.  As is always the case with Ian, he appears to be more concerned about those around him than himself.  While we do not yet know the full extent of his injuries, it is certain that Ian will have a long road to recovery and will need the support of the Celtic lacrosse family. 

 

Please keep Ian and the Burkhart family in your prayers.

 

 

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