Opposing Team Gives Special Needs Player the Ball for a Shot at His Dream! - Inspirational Videos

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  • @nikonelson3186
    @nikonelson3186 2 роки тому +715

    The kid that passed him the ball, got a full ride scholarship to a Texas college (can’t remember the exact one) they said the scholarship was for his sportsmanship.

    • @williamreed5470
      @williamreed5470 Рік тому +19

      👍👍

    • @jimstinchcomb772
      @jimstinchcomb772 Рік тому +42

      A much deserved scholarship

    • @quarf53206
      @quarf53206 Рік тому +16

      good

    • @MizSazz
      @MizSazz Рік тому +60

      Texas Tech I googled and found an article from 2018 this story made headlines and the(then) head if Texas Tech saw it was like thats the kind of person he wants at his school so got his staff to get his number and called and offered him a scholarship!

    • @MizSazz
      @MizSazz Рік тому +36

      Best thing is he said the best part of that game was he got a lifelong friend in Mitchell out of it!

  • @kallel6588
    @kallel6588 Рік тому +124

    That young man showed class, sportsmanship and compassion. He and his parents should be extremely proud. Bravo

    • @jeanpreston4142
      @jeanpreston4142 Рік тому +1

      He should be on a "good sportsmanship" committee. He could travel around to all of the sports franchises and give lectures on being decent.

    • @stephenjones6030
      @stephenjones6030 5 місяців тому +1

      I can't IMAGINE how proud those parents are of their kid...

  • @andrewcantor-wagner2056
    @andrewcantor-wagner2056 Рік тому +7

    That young man that passed him the ball... that's the type of child I'm trying to raise

  • @Classicrocker6119
    @Classicrocker6119 Рік тому +211

    Mitchell‘s mom isn’t the only one crying after this inspiring story. Outstanding especially during the current Christmas season.

    • @neiltristanyabut
      @neiltristanyabut Рік тому

      what does your christmas have anything to do with it?
      Stop claiming anything to make your stupid religion look good. the receipts of damage are there

    • @irvy78
      @irvy78 Рік тому +4

      I'm with you.

    • @issakakish
      @issakakish 3 місяці тому

      It's not inspiring. It's bullshit. Id be pissed if I was that kid. I'm handicapped and I hate when people try to treat me like that.

    • @user-um7zb9gn1s
      @user-um7zb9gn1s 2 місяці тому

      I can understand what you are saying, but in this instance, nothing meant anything to anyone but Mitchell. Give him one last moment to remember. He'll remember every botched catch, every missed shot, and his basket, forever.@@issakakish

  • @apicklefortheknowingones6752
    @apicklefortheknowingones6752 2 роки тому +114

    I can't imagine how proud the parents were of these kids. What a wonderful thing to be a part of.

  • @user-gy9dx7eu1y
    @user-gy9dx7eu1y 18 днів тому +1

    Fantastic sportsmanship. Thank you young men for taking a moment and turned it into something special. God bless you all. 🙏

  • @davidcomstock2571
    @davidcomstock2571 3 роки тому +189

    This is such a great story. With all of the hatred being spewed in this world it's nice to see some people that actually care about others.

    • @fredgrebner526
      @fredgrebner526 Рік тому +2

      There is more good then bad and good will always prevail in the end. ✌🏼❤️

    • @algatte2441
      @algatte2441 Рік тому +2

      I agree David,

    • @yo9979
      @yo9979 Рік тому +2

      @@fredgrebner526 not true evil will always be here without Jesus

  • @ramirodelagarma6884
    @ramirodelagarma6884 Рік тому +29

    1:51 Mr. Jonathan Montañez, almost ten years later, your decision continues to make people you will never meet cry with happiness. Thanks. That was the best play of his life.

  • @vickiepower6201
    @vickiepower6201 Рік тому +51

    That was one of the most beautiful gestures that coach and the young man from the other team did for this amazing young guy bought me tears 💖

  • @renefierro2353
    @renefierro2353 Рік тому +33

    Wow !! Brought tears to my eyes , everyone should think like that young man that passed the ball !! He'll forever be a hero !!

  • @michellejackson8012
    @michellejackson8012 3 роки тому +38

    This makes me cry everytime I watch it. As a special education teacher. It reminds me that this world STILL has compassionate people in it...

  • @ozzymd1
    @ozzymd1 Рік тому +4

    Heart of gold for opposing team member to give the ball to Mitchell !!! 👍

  • @chr970
    @chr970 Рік тому +8

    The whole thing was great. Every player, and every fan won that game!

  • @rhp_6926
    @rhp_6926 Рік тому +10

    The world needs more people like Jonathan Montanez.

  • @breskinner
    @breskinner Рік тому +7

    Johnathan gave that young man a memory that he will always keep close to his heart ❤️ 💪🏾

  • @robertwells6724
    @robertwells6724 Рік тому +5

    With all the hate and violence on the internet, It is great to see something like this. Even if its 9 years old.

  • @edwardmarcell9840
    @edwardmarcell9840 Рік тому +63

    This brought tears to my eyes. I love to see how they had love for him even in the last moments of the game. God I pray for many blessing for Jonathan his family and both teams and their families couching staff and the whole school.

    • @neiltristanyabut
      @neiltristanyabut Рік тому +1

      what god?

    • @jrlaymance
      @jrlaymance Рік тому +3

      @@neiltristanyabut I would rather live my life
      believing in God, and die to find there is none,
      Than to live my life as if there isn't a God,
      and die to find out there is.
      In God We Trust!

    • @neiltristanyabut
      @neiltristanyabut Рік тому

      @@jrlaymance exactly. if it's just your life, then by all means. that's part of your freedom
      but your religion and its followers trying to dictate the lives of others, esp. those who clearly do not share that religion? no wonder people fought back and wrestled their governments from theocracy

    • @neiltristanyabut
      @neiltristanyabut Рік тому

      @@jrlaymance 1. what god?
      2. and who's we?

    • @WizardCrafterzSucksL
      @WizardCrafterzSucksL Рік тому

      @@neiltristanyabut dictate the lives of others? He’s dictating peoples lives by praying God would bless someone for doing something incredibly kind? That doesn’t make any sense my friend. God bless

  • @danielmeeks8457
    @danielmeeks8457 Рік тому +3

    True sportsmanship and compassion

  • @mondoarchuleta9693
    @mondoarchuleta9693 3 місяці тому +1

    It wasn't the points or the game. It was giving Mitchell his moment in the sun. That video brought me to tears. Thank you Jonathan for letting the game be fun

  • @wademckinney9680
    @wademckinney9680 Рік тому +2

    The real heros here are the parents of that kid! The kid only did what he's been taught. Way to go mom and dad!

  • @brittanybrooks8708
    @brittanybrooks8708 4 місяці тому +2

    Every so often, when I need a little pick me up, I return to this video. It’s just beautiful and a reminder to me that the world can be good.

  • @dominicbonarrigo6502
    @dominicbonarrigo6502 Рік тому +13

    The picture of him being carried off is the best thing I have ever seen in my life, 25 years of living. I am crying.

  • @angelascottman7509
    @angelascottman7509 Рік тому +7

    Made my day !! My son is autistic too but you have to live with him to know it!! Kids are so cruel to him but he is such a beautiful soul inside and ou!! I just hope the world see this video!!

  • @1bls
    @1bls 4 роки тому +62

    I mean, how great is that kid Jonathan? I love the story, but that kid that gave him the ball, I mean that is a special kid. Good on you.

    • @yehudafranklin7550
      @yehudafranklin7550 3 роки тому

      i guess I am kinda randomly asking but do anyone know a good website to watch new movies online ?

    • @rolandarjun6402
      @rolandarjun6402 3 роки тому

      @Yehuda Franklin i watch on Flixzone. You can find it on google :)

  • @kyle381000
    @kyle381000 Рік тому +1

    Both of those fine young men were raised well, and that will serve them well forever.

  • @thrill2020
    @thrill2020 21 день тому

    Johnathan you are an amazing young man with compassion for your fellow man. Your parents must be so proud i am proud of you. Thank you, young Man, for making this miracle happen

  • @terryjackson8773
    @terryjackson8773 Рік тому +2

    If only the whole country had this much heart.

  • @tammysutton4864
    @tammysutton4864 Рік тому +4

    INCREDIBLE young man with a heart of Jesus

  • @tanyawhitfield1393
    @tanyawhitfield1393 Рік тому +7

    I had to play this story 4 or 5 times over with tears of joy rolling down my face. 😂
    Two beautiful people sharing 1 beautiful moment, inspiring thousands.
    God bless moments like these. 🙏🏾

  • @Car.x.dk16
    @Car.x.dk16 Рік тому +1

    I respect the crap outta Johnathan after that most emotional and respectful moment I have ever seen in my life..

  • @williamkelbaugh8299
    @williamkelbaugh8299 Рік тому +13

    COMPLETELY AWESOME! THAT OPPOSING PLAYER WHO GAVE HIM THE BALL DESERVES A PLAYER OF THE YEAR AWARD!

  • @davehill1476
    @davehill1476 Рік тому +1

    These are the types of stories the media needs to put out there more. Our world would be a better place for it.

  • @daveumpref
    @daveumpref Рік тому +2

    Some things mean more than the score. For this child and his parents to have this small moment of joy to share with others is a true blessing. The boy who passed him the ball is a young man with vision and compassion for others. Remember, it’s a funny thing about special needs. We all have them. Well done young man.

  • @nickcoleman1891
    @nickcoleman1891 Рік тому +1

    Great job kid who passed him the ball!! You're going places kid.

  • @timhatfield6367
    @timhatfield6367 Рік тому +1

    Coach is a good man along with everyone else involved!

  • @scottdavis24
    @scottdavis24 Рік тому +2

    Made this tough ex convict -- 17 years in various State and Federal prisons -- cry.

  • @marygonzales8986
    @marygonzales8986 Рік тому +1

    Wow....I could watch this a million times. Spread kindness everyone, everyday.

  • @Ronzo1953
    @Ronzo1953 Рік тому +18

    As a parent of 3grown special needs children I am so proud of the boy who passed the ball to Jonathan what a show of true sportsmanship and of Jonathan for his dedication to the team and the coach for what he said and did for Hi onarhan

    • @jeanpreston4142
      @jeanpreston4142 Рік тому

      This went beyond sportsmanship. What a display of character.

  • @philipkeeler9997
    @philipkeeler9997 Рік тому +1

    Great coach.Said he was willing to lose the game to give him his moment.Kudos to all.
    I think I saw an angel sitting up on the backboard. There was no way in heaven that shot wasn't going down.
    This IS what sport should be all about.

  • @raymondweaver8526
    @raymondweaver8526 Рік тому +2

    It was a life lesson for the team to be around this kid

  • @ravenheaven2425
    @ravenheaven2425 Рік тому +17

    I've seen this many times and it still brings joyful tears to my eyes and I'm grown man.

  • @JoseFlores-uw2tz
    @JoseFlores-uw2tz Рік тому +6

    I have to admit that I got choked up watching this. During these horrible times, this act by this young man and coach gave me hope for humanity. This is the perfect example of why I prefer amateur sports. Watching young people playing for the love of the game is preferable to watching the it's all about me players in the major leagues.

  • @mrbillradio
    @mrbillradio Рік тому +2

    We need more stories like this from the news. I loved this

  • @christinenorris5363
    @christinenorris5363 Рік тому +3

    For being a special needs parent myself. I can honestly say that was absolutely beautiful.

  • @stevemarthey4301
    @stevemarthey4301 Рік тому +6

    I'm glad there are still Good kids in this world thank you young man

  • @sueandrews2476
    @sueandrews2476 Рік тому +3

    As a mum to my awesome autistic son, this was heartwarming to watch. I have tears!❤❤❤

  • @gregvetter5070
    @gregvetter5070 Рік тому +1

    Wow!
    This 54 year old isn't crying...you're crying.
    That was awsome. Made my night.

  • @lc3763
    @lc3763 Рік тому +4

    Restores my faith in humanity, Absolutely beautiful.

  • @mikeronquillo3897
    @mikeronquillo3897 Рік тому +1

    Thank you Lord, for all the great people in the story including all the fans. I know you were extremely happy. The coach and school must be extremely proud also

  • @rickhansen8054
    @rickhansen8054 Рік тому +4

    Great kid with great parents. God bless them.

  • @KingSebastian10
    @KingSebastian10 Рік тому +4

    This just made me feel some type of way 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 good job to that senior for looking at the bigger picture

  • @jeanimariep
    @jeanimariep 8 років тому +39

    what an amazing group of people. ...who move this world...forward

  • @ZA-xx4je
    @ZA-xx4je Рік тому +1

    This was so touching. I am so touched. Somebody touch me!!!

  • @flyoverkid55
    @flyoverkid55 Рік тому +4

    It was on that day that those boys became men. Well done to all involved.

  • @jamesblumensheid353
    @jamesblumensheid353 Рік тому +6

    Very unselfishness act of kindness! What an example to us all!

  • @williamhauswirth958
    @williamhauswirth958 Рік тому +3

    That is very classy bunch of players and coaches on both teams!

  • @katmd405
    @katmd405 Рік тому +3

    Wow, that is a game non of those kids will ever forget. How sweet. God bless all those kids.

  • @gailweatherall1215
    @gailweatherall1215 Рік тому +4

    tears - what a great thing to do.

  • @tullochmacdonald4245
    @tullochmacdonald4245 Рік тому +5

    This is one of those moments that give me some hope for our future. Both teams deserve high praise for a game well played. And yes, I cried when Mitchel made that last basket.

  • @tracycrask7978
    @tracycrask7978 2 роки тому +6

    Not only woul the world be a better place if there were more of us like them... but the internet would be better too....

  • @jeffreyfritz6221
    @jeffreyfritz6221 Рік тому +4

    This was love in action. I'll never forget watching this for the first time many years ago. Kids raised right.

  • @bryanblake8607
    @bryanblake8607 Рік тому +10

    No matter how many times this pops up I watch it for the feel good vibes, this guy deserves it.

  • @phillipjenkins5978
    @phillipjenkins5978 3 місяці тому

    Can we please see more of this kindness on media platforms where people can’t help but see it!

  • @kristenkaz3080
    @kristenkaz3080 Рік тому +1

    Johnathan M, you were raised right!!

  • @SuperCookinggirl
    @SuperCookinggirl Рік тому +2

    My grandson has C.P. he got to play this year with the schools basketball team. It was so heart warming to see, not only his team pass him the ball, but the opposing team as well. Then all stood back, as he made as many free throws as it took to make a basket. This little act of kindness didn't make, or break a game. It did make a boys heart soar.

  • @dougsholly9323
    @dougsholly9323 Рік тому +6

    "When you play the game with this much sportsmanship, both teams win".

    • @grant1739
      @grant1739 Рік тому

      Spewing a line or cliche doesn't make it a fact

    • @dougsholly9323
      @dougsholly9323 Рік тому +1

      @@grant1739 well, aren't you a ray of fucking sunshine.

  • @anitaminyard4901
    @anitaminyard4901 Рік тому +1

    EVERTIME I cry, my son was special and he loved basketball so watching these special moments always bring back great memories and happy tears. Bless the ones who helped and loved this very specia person. Always remember, can't out give God!!!

  • @grandmashadowdreamer
    @grandmashadowdreamer Рік тому +6

    It's absolutely amazing when you give a special needs child his dream to a star in whatever they are truly passionate about
    I couldn't stop the tears it was so beautiful

  • @bobachmar3523
    @bobachmar3523 Рік тому +2

    Wow in tears,,,,,God bless them all,,,,,Amen🙏😇 great moment for him,,,,,,,good to see there are nice people out there

  • @richardpowell7214
    @richardpowell7214 Рік тому +2

    Absolutely Beautiful! Hats off too young man who threw the ball to this young player Mitchell. Praises for BOTH TEAMS TO ALLOW THIS YOUNG MAN HIS SPECIAL DAY IN GLORY. YES! I'M WIPING TEARS NOW! I had a cousin who had special needs. He was truly SPECIAL TO US. Love these stories! 😊🤗🙏🏀

  • @blairglenny7327
    @blairglenny7327 Рік тому +4

    It reminds me there is hope for the future with kids like this 🙏

  • @phillipneely3264
    @phillipneely3264 Рік тому +4

    Absolutely gut wrenching beautiful!!!

  • @trailryder5813
    @trailryder5813 Рік тому +4

    The true beauty of sports and when it goes beyond winning or losing and transcends into something truly special that no trophy or award could ever come close to replicating.

  • @johnmurray950
    @johnmurray950 4 місяці тому +1

    This is the kind of thing that gives me hope in our young people and hope for the future of our country!

  • @colindemar8322
    @colindemar8322 9 місяців тому +1

    I was raised the same way Jonathan was raised. Well done!

  • @MyNameIsUnavailable
    @MyNameIsUnavailable Рік тому

    As a dad, I was proud of everybody in this story

  • @dodgeman4360
    @dodgeman4360 Рік тому +4

    When the world gets me down, I come here to be reminded "Look for those who brighten the darkness" this is but one of many.

  • @thomthom6268
    @thomthom6268 Рік тому +1

    To the kid who passed him the ball... "you'll go down in history". And by the way... a side shot is tough... no bounce off the backboard.

  • @edwardcollins6570
    @edwardcollins6570 Рік тому +1

    Steve Hartman is a gem of a reporter.

  • @frankcarone3769
    @frankcarone3769 Рік тому +3

    definitely brought a tear to my eye

  • @mr.hamachi9918
    @mr.hamachi9918 Рік тому +7

    I actually almost teared up watching this, everyone in on this you are angels

  • @johnanderson8096
    @johnanderson8096 Рік тому +3

    NOTHING SHORT OF BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @george_2172
    @george_2172 4 місяці тому +1

    God bless you both Mitchel and Jonathan!

  • @dianepatching742
    @dianepatching742 Рік тому +2

    So heartwarming that it gave me goosebumps. “Mitchell, Mitchell” 👍❤️

  • @achabotte
    @achabotte Рік тому

    Bet that kid felt great... To have the score given to him on a silver platters as opposed to him earning it. Bet you made him feel like a real human being.

  • @skylineauraearthline8204
    @skylineauraearthline8204 Рік тому

    Developing good sportsmanship and respect of others is a leadership skill will last a lifetime and be passed,inspiring others for generations.

  • @TN-Vols-Fan
    @TN-Vols-Fan Рік тому

    My doggone allergies are all of the sudden acting up. My eye's are watering and I've got the sniffles. Seems to happen every time I watch one of these. Good young men.

  • @buckeyechuck4064
    @buckeyechuck4064 Рік тому

    If we focused more on stories like this the world would be a better place.

  • @Freespeechonutube
    @Freespeechonutube Рік тому

    Class act!!!! That kid will go far in life.
    Every kid that plays basketball should have to watch that 10 times. While sportsmanship was well alive in this game unfortunately it is not the norm……

  • @bubbakemp5817
    @bubbakemp5817 Рік тому +1

    That's sportsmanship! That's love! That's awesome!🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

  • @timothywilliams7264
    @timothywilliams7264 Рік тому +3

    9 years later I bet he's still thinking avout this day. Im glad it was captured on video. People 1000s years from now are gonna need this video. This video will stop a war

  • @marieyoung9169
    @marieyoung9169 Рік тому +2

    Such a great and inspiring story.

  • @CRF250R1521
    @CRF250R1521 Рік тому

    "sportsmanship like this both teams win" is what got me

  • @jroysims44
    @jroysims44 Рік тому +1

    I hope, today, Mitchell is STILL the King of the Courts.
    Wherever he goes.

  • @wayneford2227
    @wayneford2227 Рік тому +1

    That's why kids like this should run the country.

  • @rootbeerwolf95
    @rootbeerwolf95 11 років тому +6

    when i saw this video at church i cryed it rilly shows there are some grate people and there willing to give up the game for Mitchel man that tuched my heart and l will never for get it im going to let all my friends know.

  • @kerriemccoy1647
    @kerriemccoy1647 Рік тому

    I was crying of happiness; not just how wonderful his coach & team are but how wonderful the opposition player gave him his chance to score. This is what true sportsmanship is really about.

  • @user-rl6ys8ly9q
    @user-rl6ys8ly9q 4 місяці тому

    I live here in EP since three years ago.... feel good story...exactly what I need. Thank you! Inspiration

  • @angeliquesumner341
    @angeliquesumner341 6 місяців тому

    This made me smile and tears. It may not been the teams winning shot but it was his winning shot.

  • @wallyohrel9086
    @wallyohrel9086 Рік тому +3

    He made it winner make it count.🏀🔉🔊