Former University of Wisconsin basketball player Walt McGrory has passed away at the age of 24 after battling bone cancer.
McGrory, who played for the Badgers from 2017 to 2021, was diagnosed with osteosarcoma in 2021.
Despite his illness, he set a record of 2,216 career points for the team and was praised for his courage and fight by the head coach. (Trending: Prominent LGBTQ Activist Arrested Over Disturbing Charges)
Rest in Peace, Walt ❤️🤍
Our hearts go out to the family and friends of Walt McGrory, who passed away after a two-year battle with cancer. Walt was a beloved member of our team and the Badger family. He will be greatly missed. pic.twitter.com/acPJ0U1gfb
— Wisconsin Basketball (@BadgerMBB) December 18, 2023
“The courage and fight that Walt demonstrated throughout his two-year battle with cancer was an inspiration to us all. Walt never quit,” head coach Greg Gard stated.
“Instead, he chose to fight every day and made the most of his circumstances by sharing his journey and inspiring others. Walt was a beloved member of our team and the Badger family, and we will miss him dearly.”
McGrory’s determination and inspiration to others were recognized by the Wisconsin basketball program.
His battle with cancer included undergoing surgery to remove tumors from his lung and having a portion of his leg amputated to prevent the cancer from spreading.
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