Nebraska: Kindergartener's Make-A-Wish Weekend Unites Huskers Nation

In Lincoln, a brave 5-year-old battling illness saw his dream soar as the Make-A-Wish Foundation orchestrated a Husker-filled extravaganza, complete with sideline access, player meet-and-greets, and a front-row seat to the big game, wrapping him in the scarlet-and-cream embrace of Big Ten spirit.

Family pride moment:

From signing mini jerseys to high-fives with coaches, the boy's wide-eyed wonder lit up the stadium; emotional parent posts on X captured the magic, highlighting how college athletics rally communities to craft indelible memories for their tiniest, toughest fans.

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