Baller ForrestGump Posted May 17, 2013 Baller Share Posted May 17, 2013 At 6:30 this morning 3 Texas A&M students(Scott Mccormick, Will Stevenson, and Amanda Hoffman) on their way to the Collegiate All Stars ski tournament in North Carolina had a very serious accident in Mississippi. Scott and Will were in front and belted in, but Amanda was asleep in the back seat without a seat belt. Amanda was ejected when the vehicle rolled 2 1/2 times. She's currently in a coma in critical condition. Scott has a fractured vertebrate in his back. There are more than a few BOS members from the South Central Region who have watched these kids grow up on and off the water. Please keep them and their families in your thoughts and prayers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller klindy Posted May 17, 2013 Baller Share Posted May 17, 2013 That's terrible news @ShaneH! Definitely keep them and their families in our thoughts and prayers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Dirt Posted May 17, 2013 Baller Share Posted May 17, 2013 @ShaneH and @Klindy same here. Very sad news! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller ntx Posted May 17, 2013 Baller Share Posted May 17, 2013 I have watched the trio grow up since they were in B/G1. All three are great kids. In our prayers for sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Murrski Posted May 17, 2013 Baller Share Posted May 17, 2013 Gut wrenching news. My thoughts and prayers are with them and their families! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller ForrestGump Posted May 17, 2013 Author Baller Share Posted May 17, 2013 Will's parents just happened to be in Arkansas(about 4 hours away)on the way back from vacation in Tennessee, so they jumped in the truck and have already made it to the hospital in Jackson. So at least there's some family there now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller MattP Posted May 17, 2013 Baller Share Posted May 17, 2013 Thanks for the updates @shaneh I'm in route to AllStars now. I'm in contact with the eastern region skiers and we are all hoping for the best and safe travels of everyone else. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Skoot1123 Posted May 17, 2013 Baller Share Posted May 17, 2013 Ugh. Awful news. In our prayers for sure! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller skihard Posted May 17, 2013 Baller Share Posted May 17, 2013 Very sad news! I'm sure EVERY BOS member has them in their thoughts and prayers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller cragginshred Posted May 17, 2013 Baller Share Posted May 17, 2013 Very sad.This is a praying house, so you got it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ Wish Posted May 18, 2013 Baller_ Share Posted May 18, 2013 Prayers to the families. Very sad news. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller TFIN Posted May 18, 2013 Baller Share Posted May 18, 2013 With a heavy heart I read this. Everyone skiing Aquaplex tomorrow will be doing so with these skiers in mind. Our thoughts are with them in Texas. TF Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller XR6Hurricane Posted May 18, 2013 Baller Share Posted May 18, 2013 Amazing how quickly life can throw horrible things at us when we least expect it. Prayers sent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DooSPX Posted May 18, 2013 Share Posted May 18, 2013 So sad to hear, my thoughts and prayers go out to them and their families. So tragic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Horton Posted May 18, 2013 Administrators Share Posted May 18, 2013 I'm getting bits and pieces a third hand news. It seems like the boys should be okay. Amanda and her family definitely need your prayers Goode ★ HO Syndicate ★ KD Skis ★ MasterCraft ★ PerfSki Radar ★ Reflex ★ S Lines ★ Stokes ★ Baller Video Coaching System Drop a dime in the can Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller tjm Posted May 19, 2013 Baller Share Posted May 19, 2013 Prayers and thoughts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller ForrestGump Posted May 19, 2013 Author Baller Share Posted May 19, 2013 An awesome thing to see is that a group of collegiate skiers came to Jackson and are taking turns staying at the hospital. Amanda had an open skull fracture and thus infection and swelling are a huge concern. In the last 12 hours there have been some good signs of the swelling going down, though, but she's still critical. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cypresskier Posted May 19, 2013 Share Posted May 19, 2013 There is a Facebook page set up for those that want to follow her condition. There is also information on her page for anyone who wishes to donate money to her mom (single mother, this is her only child) to help out with expenses. Amanda Hoffman Condition Update is the page name. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cypresskier Posted May 20, 2013 Share Posted May 20, 2013 Hey Ballers, I note that over 6000 of us have viewed this forum post to date. I think it would be a great show of support to Amanda and her family if each of you with a Facebook account would go and Like Amanda's page. There is currently 870 likes on her status page. Lets show her family how big her water skiing family is by moving that Like number into the thousands! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Horton Posted May 20, 2013 Administrators Share Posted May 20, 2013 @Cypresskier Here is the URL https://www.facebook.com/AmandaHoffmanCondition?fref=ts Goode ★ HO Syndicate ★ KD Skis ★ MasterCraft ★ PerfSki Radar ★ Reflex ★ S Lines ★ Stokes ★ Baller Video Coaching System Drop a dime in the can Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
east tx skier Posted May 20, 2013 Share Posted May 20, 2013 I am so sorry to read this. We will be praying for these kids. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
E_T Posted May 20, 2013 Share Posted May 20, 2013 A fund has been set up to help cover medical bill and other expenses. I know a lot of people have already donated to the Joe Skier for the ATL Pro-AM. Let show the Hoffman family that we care just as much for our college athletes as well.A check can be sent payable to "The Amanda Hoffman Fund" in care of Kelly Stevenson. Checks can be sent to: 10664 House Road, Conroe, Texas 77304 Or donate online at: http://www.gofundme.com/2ze3vc @Horton can we get something on the home page or sticky? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Horton Posted May 20, 2013 Administrators Share Posted May 20, 2013 if somebody with art skills will build me a banner 160 pixels square I'll put it on the page and link to the fund. also if somebody connected with the family will compose a paragraph or two I will post it on the front page the fund has raised 1000 dollars already today. Goode ★ HO Syndicate ★ KD Skis ★ MasterCraft ★ PerfSki Radar ★ Reflex ★ S Lines ★ Stokes ★ Baller Video Coaching System Drop a dime in the can Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Horton Posted May 20, 2013 Administrators Share Posted May 20, 2013 Graphic is done. I will put up thought Goode ★ HO Syndicate ★ KD Skis ★ MasterCraft ★ PerfSki Radar ★ Reflex ★ S Lines ★ Stokes ★ Baller Video Coaching System Drop a dime in the can Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller ForrestGump Posted May 20, 2013 Author Baller Share Posted May 20, 2013 @Horton I asked someone close to get someone within the family to write a short blurb on Amanda. I'll get it to you when it's done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Horton Posted May 20, 2013 Administrators Share Posted May 20, 2013 Almost 3k in the fund already. Goode ★ HO Syndicate ★ KD Skis ★ MasterCraft ★ PerfSki Radar ★ Reflex ★ S Lines ★ Stokes ★ Baller Video Coaching System Drop a dime in the can Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller klindy Posted May 20, 2013 Baller Share Posted May 20, 2013 This also seems to be one of those cases where the USAWS supplementary insurance can be important. "Traveling to/from a sanctioned event" right? Has someone made sure they get the appropriate forms filled out, etc? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Butte-Ski Posted May 20, 2013 Share Posted May 20, 2013 Thoughts and prayers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller AggieSkier Posted May 21, 2013 Baller Share Posted May 21, 2013 http://www.kbtx.com/news/local/headlines/Texas-AM-Graduate-Critically-Injured-In-Crash-On-Way-To-Waterski-Tournament-208236801.html#.UZtggdKTjoY Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Skoot1123 Posted May 21, 2013 Baller Share Posted May 21, 2013 Fund is up to $7,500 or so now. Great job Ballers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller ForrestGump Posted June 6, 2013 Author Baller Share Posted June 6, 2013 I'm sad to report that Amanda was removed from life support earlier today and has passed away. Please, keep all of these kids and their families, as well as all of the members of the Texas A&M ski team in your thoughts and prayers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller webbdawg99 Posted June 6, 2013 Baller Share Posted June 6, 2013 Heartbreaking news. So sad to hear that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Horton Posted June 6, 2013 Administrators Share Posted June 6, 2013 I have no words to express how terrible that news is Goode ★ HO Syndicate ★ KD Skis ★ MasterCraft ★ PerfSki Radar ★ Reflex ★ S Lines ★ Stokes ★ Baller Video Coaching System Drop a dime in the can Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TylerR Posted June 6, 2013 Share Posted June 6, 2013 That is horrible... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Skoot1123 Posted June 6, 2013 Baller Share Posted June 6, 2013 Heartbreaking news. My heart just skipped a beat and dropped when I read that. Her family and friends have our prayers and support. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ The_MS Posted June 6, 2013 Baller_ Share Posted June 6, 2013 Sad, sad news. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Texas6 Posted June 6, 2013 Baller Share Posted June 6, 2013 Man that's tough to hear Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller jedgell Posted June 6, 2013 Baller Share Posted June 6, 2013 That's awful, thoughts go out to her family and friends. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller JohnCox Posted June 6, 2013 Baller Share Posted June 6, 2013 That is heartbreaking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller MattP Posted June 6, 2013 Baller Share Posted June 6, 2013 My thoughts and prayers are going out to Amanda's family and friends. I never got to meet or even ski against Amanda but the time I spent with her friends and hearing how they talked about her truly showed me what kind of person she was. I know she will be missed all over the skiing community. Such a sad day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller ski4xtc Posted June 6, 2013 Baller Share Posted June 6, 2013 In the last few weeks I got to know Amanda from the comments and updates on her Facebook page and here on BOS. I feel like we have lost an incredible person who shared our passion. We have all traveled to a water ski tournament or to take a ski ride at the lake. We all have that connection which for some reason makes this tragedy even harder to accept. My sincere sympathy to her family, friends and skiers who personally knew Amanda. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller rfa Posted June 6, 2013 Baller Share Posted June 6, 2013 Sad beyond words...sincere condolences to the family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller jimbrake Posted June 6, 2013 Baller Share Posted June 6, 2013 Oh man. I'm with John - just can't express in words and can't imagine her family's pain. Thoughts and prayers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Razorskier1 Posted June 6, 2013 Baller Share Posted June 6, 2013 I don't have words to express my sadness. As a parent of a 20, 18 and 15 year old I can't imagine the pain. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boarditup Posted June 6, 2013 Share Posted June 6, 2013 Prayer for the family and friends. As a parent, I cannot even imagine the heartache. Going to hug my kids now.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller XR6Hurricane Posted June 6, 2013 Baller Share Posted June 6, 2013 This news just ruined my day. Praying for her family. Losing a child in this way has to be the worst thing anyone could endure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller klindy Posted June 6, 2013 Baller Share Posted June 6, 2013 Incredibly sad news. Thoughts, prayers and condolences shared for Amanda, her family and friends. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DooSPX Posted June 6, 2013 Share Posted June 6, 2013 So very sorry to hear this. Looked as though she was recovering well too. My prayers are with her, her family and friends. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Bulldog Posted June 6, 2013 Baller Share Posted June 6, 2013 Sad, sad news... All the words just do not really work for something as tragic as this, my condolences to her family and friends... "Do Better..." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller skibug Posted June 7, 2013 Baller Share Posted June 7, 2013 So very hard to comprehend; so very sorry. Her family and freinds are in our thoughts and prayers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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