Matt Hobby - "Stand Tough"
"Tell them to raise money for research..."
Matt Hobby was a Pope High School Student and Football player known for his passion and determination on and off the field. Unfortunately, he would need this strong and courageous spirit to face the battle of his life when he was diagnosed with Ewing Sarcoma, an aggressive form of Childhood Cancer. With the encouragement of his teammates and the Pope High School community, Matt vowed to “STANDTOUGH” through many rigorous forms of treatment. Despite his courageous fight, Matt lost his battle with cancer on May 30, 2006 just a few days after his high school graduation. During his last days, Matt told his parents, “I have lived 17 years and been able to do a lot of great things, but the little kids with cancer need a chance to live. Tell them to raise money for research.”
