Steve Gochenour

[TalkRadio 77 WABC @77WABCradio]

Double standard?

Photo via Reuters

[Farrell Ross I FOLLOW BACK @haveaconcern]

Any questions!

[Mr PitBull Stories @MrPitbull07]

In 1977, a 15-year-old boy asked his father a question that would change both of their lives—and eventually inspire millions around the world.

The boy was Rick Hoyt.

Rick was born with cerebral palsy, a condition that affected his ability to control his muscles and speak. When he was young, doctors told his parents that he would never communicate and would likely never live an independent life.

At the time, many families were encouraged to place children with severe disabilities in institutions.

But Rick’s parents refused.

His father, Dick Hoyt, and his mother, Judy, believed their son deserved the same opportunities as any other child. They fought to keep him included in school and everyday life, even when the system often worked against them.

Years later, engineers at Tufts University helped develop a communication device that allowed Rick to type by moving his head against a switch.

For the first time, he could express his thoughts.

Then one day in 1977, Rick typed a simple request.

A classmate had been paralyzed in an accident, and a charity race was being organized to help him.

Rick turned to his father and asked:

“Dad, can we run in that race?”

Dick was 36 years old and had never been a runner.

He wasn't trained. He wasn't an athlete.

But he didn't hesitate.

He said yes.

The race was about five miles long. Rick sat in a wheelchair while Dick pushed him from behind.

They finished near the back of the field.

There were no cameras, no headlines, and no special attention.

But later that evening, Rick typed words his father would never forget.

“Dad, when I’m running, it feels like I’m not handicapped.”

For Dick, everything changed in that moment.

He realized running gave his son a feeling of freedom that everyday life rarely could.

So they kept going.

What started as one race eventually became a lifelong journey.

Over the next four decades, they became known around the world as Team Hoyt.

Together, they completed more than 1,100 races, including 32 Boston Marathons, multiple triathlons, and six Ironman competitions.

During Ironman events, Dick pulled Rick through the swim in a small raft, carried him on a specially designed bicycle during the cycling stage, and then pushed him through an entire marathon.

It required extraordinary effort.

But their story was never really about sports.

It was about possibility.

At a time when many people underestimated what individuals with disabilities could achieve, Team Hoyt challenged those assumptions every mile they traveled.

When people asked Dick how he managed such incredible physical feats, he always gave credit to his son.

“I’m just lending Rick my arms and legs. He’s the one with the heart.”

Rick had his own view.

“He was my motor,” he once said. “I was his heart.”

Together, they became far more than father and son.

They became a symbol of determination, inclusion, and unconditional love.

Dick Hoyt passed away in 2021 at the age of 80.

Rick followed in 2023 at the age of 61.

Their races eventually ended, but their message never did.

The story of Team Hoyt was never about crossing finish lines first.

It was about believing in someone so completely that you refuse to let limits define their future.

A father who became his son's strength.

A son who became his father's purpose.

And a lesson that still inspires people today:

Sometimes love is powerful enough to carry both of you forward.

[FeelGoodTales @feelgoodtale]

Yesterday, during my father's funeral procession, led by the United States Marine Corps, my family noticed the man in this photograph standing at the side of the road. He held his hat in his hand and placed his hand on his heart as a sign of respect for my father and our family as we walked by.

His respectful gesture deeply touched my family and the entire train. Along the way, we encountered many other cars simply going about their day.

Since his license plate was visible in the photo, my daughter did some research and we found him!!!

His name is Ernest Boerlin and he is also a veteran of the United States Navy.

When I sent him a private message to thank him for honoring my father, he replied:

"It was an honor to show my respect for a comrade and his family." Please accept my prayers and condolences for you and your family in your loss. Fair winds and calm seas. God bless you.

Thank you, Ernest. Your gesture of kindness and respect deeply touched our family and friends, and we are grateful for it. May God bless you and your loved ones.

Let's thank Ernest for his service and show him our affection, folks!

[Aishah Hasnie @aishahhasnie]

President TRUMP announces via TruthSocial:

The Deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran is now complete. Congratulations to all! I hereby fully authorize the toll free opening of the Strait of Hormuz, and, simultaneously herewith, authorize the immediate removal of the United States Naval blockade. Ships of the World, start your engines. Let the oil flow! President DONALD J. TRUMP

[Mila Joy @Milajoy]

Chuck Schumer says Trump is a military moron.

Wanna talk about a military moron, Chuckie?

[Hannah Gregg 🇺🇸 @hannahbggg]

@MidwestGolfJake I thought my path was the problem, went to PING today and found out my driver was 6 swing weights too heavy. Put it back to D2 with the new G440k head and gained 21 yards with no added speed. Hope that helps 😬

[OLDSKOOLBBALL @oldskoolbballx]

When MJ was asked about LeBron James teaming up with Wade & Bosh in Miami:

"There's no way, with hindsight, I would've ever called up Larry, called up Magic and said, 'Hey, look, let's get together and play on one team.' In all honesty, I was trying to beat those guys."

[Clay Travis @ClayTravis]

Five days after the LA election, Spencer Pratt falls to third place and a woman who hardly anyone voted for in person, Nithya Raman, totally dominated in mail voting to come in second. No one with a functional brain believes these results.

[Steve Gochenour @GochenourSteve]

I have been doing that for years!! lol

[Joe Concha @JoeConchaTV]

Ah, perfect...

[Pro-America | Politics & Markets @Pro__Trading]

🚨JUST IN: Packers RB Josh Jacobs who was arrested last week for beating and strangling his girlfriend will be participating in practice today.

Head coach Matt LeFleur said it's "business as usual."

No team meetings.

No players saying anything on Twitter.

No media outrage.

Nothing.

Yet, it was a national scandal when Jaxson Dart said something nice about President Trump.

[Dan Clark @DanClarkSports]

The Tre Phelps ejection divides opinion, but he acted like an absolute clown - grabs his crotch in front of the opposing dugout, taunts opposing players, dances around the bases, numerous corny choreographed handshakes, shit talks his way back to the dugout, etc. Fully deserved!

[Steve Gochenour @GochenourSteve]

That B's doesn't grow anything except disrespect for people and the game

[The Battery Avenue Booer @TrillWilsosa]

This moment just killed all momentum for growing College Baseball.

You’ll never make College Baseball a watchable product if this is “too far”.

[Steve Gochenour @GochenourSteve]

As it should be

[NBACentral @TheDunkCentral]

The Lakers will prioritize re-signing Austin Reaves over LeBron James, per @jovanbuha

“If it comes down to whether you’d rather pay Austin $40 million per year for the next five years or LeBron $40 million for one year, they’re going to prioritize the long-term contract. Austin is more of a priority for the Lakers than LeBron. That’s just a fact.”

(h/t @lakers24ate )

[Steve Gochenour @GochenourSteve]

Hahaha

[AmericanPapaBear™ @AmericaPapaBear]

If you could say one thing to this protester that got hit with a bean bag, what would it be? 🤣

[Julia 🇺🇸 @Jules31415]

NJ Gov. Mikie Sherrill claims it's ICE's fault for inciting violence against ICE agents...

...but it's Sherrill, other Democrat leaders, and anti-ICE protesters who are going TO the ICE facilities in the first place. 😒

[🇺🇸👊Richard Citizen Journalist🇺🇸👊 @RCJdpoctner]

🚨 JUST IN: Gen. Dan Caine says it LOUD AND CLEAR for the whole world to hear

"A filled promise made to EVERY American warfighter that YOU will not be left behind. We will ALWAYS come find you and we will always bring you home!"

It makes America, America 🇺🇸

[Steve Gochenour @GochenourSteve]

Wall vacuum

[Mahik Rani @MahikRani50377]

Just moved into a new house and have no idea what this thing is 😅
It’s mounted low near the floor, randomly placed in the hallway.
The house was built in 2005, but I can’t figure out what it’s for.
Anyone recognize this? 🤔

[Lexie🌹👉🏻🇺🇸 @its_Lexieroy]

Many Americans believe we are witnessing the most corrupt and criminal Democratic Party in modern U.S. history.

Do you agree?
Yes or No?

[Sophie Cunningham @sophaller]

This weekend we lift up all the fallen heroes and their families! We thank you for your service from the bottom of our hearts so we can live in the greatest country in the world! Jesus lift them up 🇺🇸