Reader comments: Beating the odds — Despite disability, Crum continues to prove he belongs
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Way to go Dax | 3:16 a.m. Jan. 30, 2008
In a day of pampered athletes who seem to complain about the dumbest things, Dax is an amazing young man who plays sports for ALL the right reasons. What an inspiration to everyone of a young student-athlete who refused to take "no" from those who told him he couldn't do it. Thanks for your example, Dax.
Great story | 3:53 a.m. Jan. 30, 2008
Great article, Doug. What an amazing young kid who is an example of what's right with sports but, more importantly, what determination and hard work look like. You're the man, Dax!
Joe Yates | 5:01 a.m. Jan. 30, 2008
Crum is now one of my heros!
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william | 5:35 a.m. Jan. 30, 2008
Way to go young man you are an inspiration to me
Bob | 6:53 a.m. Jan. 30, 2008
SUU should give this kid a great job when he graduates. Not because they feel for him, but because they are truly honored to be represented by him. Good story. Inspiring.
Great Dane | 7:09 a.m. Jan. 30, 2008
Great story, Deseret News! This guy is a hard worker, and I'm glad to see that it's paying off for him. What an inspiration to everyone. Keep up the good work Dax, and we're all rooting for you.
Great Guy | 7:17 a.m. Jan. 30, 2008
I played down there and let me tell you what he is the nicest guy you'll ever meet, and his wife Ashley isn't far behind.
Dax Fan | 8:38 a.m. Jan. 30, 2008
I attended SUU and know first-hand that Dax is an absolute class act. An all-around great individual.
Turk | 8:39 a.m. Jan. 30, 2008
I have never seen Dax play, but I was moved by this story. Many years ago I played basketball with a guy with a handicap similar to Dax's. I was constantly amazed at what he could do with his bad hand, and how he was able to move and twist his body into position so he could use his good hand. He too, was a great guy. Nice going, Dax, and nice going Roger for giving him a chance.
From beyond press row | 8:44 a.m. Jan. 30, 2008
I've only missed a few home games this year but every time I see Dax play I am in awe. Dax, you are a maniac (in all the best ways)! If you've never seen him play, you need to. The intensity he has is amazing. I feel sorry for whomever he's covering because they don't stand a chance. I've seen NBA players who lack this type of fire on the court (and off). When he's really "in the zone", I have a hard time following him around the court because he has this crazy ability to be everywhere. Great story Doug! Great job Dax!
Carl | 8:48 a.m. Jan. 30, 2008
Give us more stories like Dax...and fewer stories on those pampered, over-paid pros! Roger Reid's right...Dax epitomizes all of the great values found playing sports. I'll check the Southern Utah box scores from now on to see how Dax does. Best of luck!
Thanks Dax and Doug | 8:58 a.m. Jan. 30, 2008
Thanks Doug--another great article.
And thanks Dax--you are one of my heroes. I have seen Dax play at SUU several times, in practice and in games. In one memorable practice, he received an major cut over his eye from an elbow. With blood spilling down, he encouraged his teammates to play that tough against the opposition. Needless to say, on the court, Dax is tenacious and fearless. Off the court, he is kind and warm-hearted.
Best wishes to Dax.
And thanks Dax--you are one of my heroes. I have seen Dax play at SUU several times, in practice and in games. In one memorable practice, he received an major cut over his eye from an elbow. With blood spilling down, he encouraged his teammates to play that tough against the opposition. Needless to say, on the court, Dax is tenacious and fearless. Off the court, he is kind and warm-hearted.
Best wishes to Dax.
Humbled | 8:59 a.m. Jan. 30, 2008
Great story, thanks for illustrating how hard work, determination, dedication and having a 'big dream' can overcome most everything else. Go Dax!
carter | 9:06 a.m. Jan. 30, 2008
dax is an absolute beast, he is such a stud on defense and plays with passion. i am also disabled and it helps me to see what dax can do and i try to keep up. i was born without arms or legs, and after seeing dax play i decided i would start helping out myself and going to both the weight room and swimming pool to try to get in better shape. thanks for the inspiration buddy. oh yea, i also attend suu. go t-birds
Current Coach | 9:13 a.m. Jan. 30, 2008
and SUU alum, reading this article choked me up. I had to leave my class for a minute just to catch my breath. Thanks Dax! Good Luck the rest of the year T-Birds! Make it to the NCAA Tourny!!!
To Dax | 9:14 a.m. Jan. 30, 2008
You think Roger Reid would hire him as a assistant coach while working on his MBA? Anyway, keep it up and don't let anyone stand in your way what you love to do.
nick | 9:36 a.m. Jan. 30, 2008
I was 2nd in scoring in an industrial, just ahead of a guy with all of lower right arm missing. H ehad been allstate in Wisconsin, humbled me in two games, tentacious defensive player. By the way, he became left-handed AFTER the loss of the other hand. Never fails to help me keep things in perspective, Go dax, and every kid/adult when things get rough. We need these folks!
Hollywood | 10:08 a.m. Jan. 30, 2008
Thanks for the article, Doug. As a Jazz (and BYU) fan living in So. CA, I occasionally click on other news or sports stories that catch my attention. It doesn't get any better than this story!
I echo the comments of everyone else. Great to read about such an inspirational athlete and person. I predict Dax will be as successful in the business world as he has been in sports.
I echo the comments of everyone else. Great to read about such an inspirational athlete and person. I predict Dax will be as successful in the business world as he has been in sports.
T-Bird fan | 10:44 a.m. Jan. 30, 2008
I know Dax, and he is one amazing guy.
I remember watching practice every day for two weeks in his first year before I even noticed he only had one hand.
Earlier this year, he got a standing ovation from 3,000 fans when he hit a shot in their first game.
I remember when the local paper did a story on him in his first year, and then-coach Bill Evans had only good things to say about him.
Dax, you're an inspiration, and it's great to see that the state papers and the national media have finally caught on.
I remember watching practice every day for two weeks in his first year before I even noticed he only had one hand.
Earlier this year, he got a standing ovation from 3,000 fans when he hit a shot in their first game.
I remember when the local paper did a story on him in his first year, and then-coach Bill Evans had only good things to say about him.
Dax, you're an inspiration, and it's great to see that the state papers and the national media have finally caught on.
Cedarite | 1:27 p.m. Jan. 30, 2008
Dax is a tremendous insipiration. I have watched him at SUU for some three years now and have been impressed by his tenacity and determination not to mention is althleticism. Additionally, he plays five on five soccer tremendoulsy. When I saw him play, I wondered why he wasn't playing for some Division 1 school, now I know. Thanks Dax! My eyes were moistioned as I read this article.
duchesne eagle guy | 2:16 p.m. Jan. 30, 2008
Wow! what a story. just goes to show what we can become in life if we want to. Reminds me of porter ellet from Wayne high. 1A baseball MVP pitcher with only 1 arm. Unbelievable. Simply amazing.
WOW! | 2:30 p.m. Jan. 30, 2008
What else can you say?! Great story.
Anonymous | 4:19 p.m. Jan. 30, 2008
I played against him in soccer last summer and he's pretty dang good at that too.
David Decker | 9:37 p.m. Jan. 30, 2008
AS a now 77 year old who played 3 years of High School basketball; and 4 years of HS baseball; and 2 years of college baseball with my right arm gone just below the elbow, I really apreciated this story. I'm certain that he like me was blessed with parents who never told him that "he could do anything he wanted" I intend to try to see him play!!!
Jeffrey Cole | 10:57 p.m. Jan. 30, 2008
Great article! Reading about Dax and what he can do with one hand in College Basketball is fantastic. Maybe Roger Reid should think about playing Dax more than three minutes a game?
Baric & Sonja | 9:43 p.m. Feb. 1, 2008
Dax we love you and think you are awesome. We are proud of you and know your mom is too!
Sean, Janet, Wes and Chris | 7:32 p.m. Feb. 11, 2008
Dax we were so excited to see this story. You are a hero to our kids! We always knew you'd do great things. You are an awesome cousin, and we are putting this article on our blog so everyone can see it! It's fun to think we remember you when you were little, and self conscious about how you'd ever learn to do things. Look how far you have come!
We're so proud!
We're so proud!
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