Weston Derrick, or “Captain Brave,” as you want to call him, is a six-year-old boy who fulfilled his wish to meet the Boise State Broncos team thanks to Team IMPACT, a nonprofit that pairs children facing serious illness or disability with college sports teams.
In February 2024, Derrick, who suffers from a rare form of leukodystrophy that impacts his brain and development, signed for the Boise State Broncos.
When he was just three, his parents, Ashley and Gabe, were informed that his condition would be life-limiting and gradually take away his abilities.
Weston’s mom shared: “It just didn’t feel real, it felt like a nightmare. It still does,”. However, Derrick’s bravery is unmatched.
As soon as Team IMPACT contacted the Broncos management, the Boise State Broncos team accepted Weston as if he were family and welcomed him as a new member.
Ashley said: “They started coming to his school to have lunch with him and stayed for recess; all the kids thought it was pretty cool.”
Weston was even offered a jersey with the name “Captain Brave” on the back by the Boise State Broncos.
The magical moment for Derrick was on signing day. They held an incredible welcoming ceremony for him.
His father, Gabe, shared: “The moment we got out of the car, Coach Spencer Danielson and the players were there, clapping and cheering; the entire team was hooping and hollering as Weston walked in—it was electric.”
Weston’s contribution to the team continued until this spring when he attended a game and scored a memorable touchdown.
At every home game, he can be seen brightening the team’s faces with his smile.
