Page 4 of your messages to Willis McGahee
Page 4 of your messages to Willis McGahee
Here are your messages.
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 Willis McGahee |
Jan. 7, 2003
Coral Gables, Fla., — www.hurricanesports.com – James Fowler L (“Jim”): Seffner, FL: Willis,
I have prayed for you and your current/temporary situation- I had 2 back surgeries prox. 10 yrs. ago and fully appreciate where you are at—-you will make it BrotherCane!!! As a guy it is as much of a mental battle as it is a rehab battle but you are in incredible shape and will get through this not-asked-for detour. God Bless you.
Standing with you,
Jim FowlerBA’70
John E. Terek: Asheboro, North Carolina: Just wanted to congratulate you on one Hell of a season! What you & the rest of the Team accomplished this year was spectacular! I know you along with the rest of the Team will be back, & be back with a Vengence! If there is one motto or theme for next year it should be “Unfinished Business @ the Bayou” So get well Willis, & I can’t wait until you’re back & running wild!
Luis Fernandez: Elizabeth, New Jersey: Hi Willis, First of all I’d like to say that I am a huge Cane fan despite living in NJ. I’d also like to say that I’ve been watching you all year and I’ve just got to tell you that you are the real deal, an unbelievable athlete with true heart and love for the sport, not to mention a class act,(which is rarely seen in athletes now a days) please don’t ever change. I was truly hurt to see that injury you received, especially on such an important game to you and just when I personally felt that you were starting to get into your groove. As much as that game meant to me, as soon as I saw that injury in slow motion, my heart went out to you man and I was no longer so concerned whether we won or lost. But, I know you will be back, you’re a warrior. Just like you said man, you are like Wolverine, and we all know nothing can stop him.. If I’m lucky, not only will you recover quickly and have another outstanding year at UM, but you will also go to the pros afterwards and join your fellow Cane, Jeremy Shockey with the Giants.
P.S. Nothing wrong with being a momma’s boy, just mean you truly love your mom.And by the way, that was a horrible call at the end of the game and I’m not being bias. In my heart and mind we are back to back National Champs and have a 35 game winning streak still alive.
Recover Quickly,Luis Fernandez
Tom Van Popering: Charlotte, NC: Willis, I enjoyed seeing you run through defensive lines this past year. I live in Charlotte but am an avid fan. We had tickets to the Tennessee, Virginia Tech and Fiesta Bowl. I know with your talent and inner strength you will be back within the next year than I can follow you in the NFL like James and Portis. Anyway, get well, there are many fans like me that are awaiting your healthy return.
Richard Peck: Round Top,Texas: Hi WillisWe were concerned about your injury the moment it happened. You are the best!Our prayers and thoughts are with you for a full and complete recovery.SincserelyRichard Peck UofM BBA 62
Deborah, Perkins: Pembroke Pines, FL: I would like to wish you a speedy recovery.You are a phenominal athlete, and I can’t wait to see you on the field again one day.Good luck with your upcoming rehab.
Sincerely,Deborah PerkinsBBA ’02
Kevin Justice: Jupiter, FL: Dear Willis,
I know that the pain and frustration that you must feel right now may seem unbearable, but you have proven all year that you have the heart of a true champion! Just like Tyrell Davis you will come back from this even stronger than before. I pray that God grants you a speedy recovery, and I hope to see you playing again soon.
Sincerely,
Kevin M. JusticeUM Exec. MBA 2004
Robert, Volguardson, R: Boca Raton, Fl.: Just wanted to say that we are praying for your full recovery and look foward to your return on the field. You are without a doubt the best tailback ever to play at Miami.
Mariano Demarin: Miami Beach, FL: Dear Willis,
Be strong, we know you will.Be patient, we know it is hard.Be a champion, you already are.
My two sons and my wife want to extend our best wishes on a speedy and healthy recovery. Just think of the others who have gone through what you are going through now, only to come out stronger!
Good luck! You are in our prayers and thoughts!!!
Demarin family
Joni S. Wright: Opa Locka, FL: Willis,You did a tremendous job this season. You’ve been an excellent runner since you stepped on the field. It is very unfortunate that you now have an injury, but keep your head up because I know that you’ll be back stronger than ever. Don’t give up on your quest to making it big in the NFL, because I know that you’ll get there. This is just one of life’s speedbumps…something has happened to slow you down, but you’ll get back up and keep moving. Best wishes to you in your recovery, and I can’t wait to see you on the field again.
Joni Wright
Xiomara, Umana-Alvarez, A.: Coconut Creek, FL: Willis-I would like to wish you a speedy and safe recovery. You did an awesome job this past season and I know you will be back soon. You are definitely a hard worker and a very talented person who has many wonderful things coming your way. You have many fans who are rooting for you. Good luck with rehab. I work in a rehab center and words of advice, push yourself, be patient and listen to your therapists.A spirutual quote for you: May God hold you in the palm of his hands and the angels watch over you.
We expect to see you next season somewhere on the field or maybe all over the field. Take care.
XiomaraUM Alumna
John, Kauffman, W.: Tiffin, OH: Dear Mr. McGahee,
Be assured that thousands of us Buckeye fans were just as saddened by your injury as were the fans from Miami.
We are hoping that your recovery is quick and complete and that we soon are hearing again of your exploits on the football field.
More than that, we hope that your are up and feeling better as soon as possible. Football can be important, but life always offers much more.
You are in our prayers,
John Kauffman
jason c. machen: gardendale, tx.: BEST WISHES TO YOU, MAN. OU WILL OVERCOME THIS, BECAUSE YOU ARE A CANE!!!!! WHAT DOESNT KILL YOU MAKES YOU STRONGER!! TELL EM SEE YOU NEXT YEAR!!! GOD BLESS!!!!!!!!!!1
Jennifer Johnson, J: Miami. FL: Hey Willis!!!
Good luck with your rehab, I know all of us CANE fans can’t wait to have you back on the field. You are in our thoughts and prayers!!!!!
Love, JenniferGo CANES!!!
Walt Boyer: Jacksonville Fl: Willis, like many others across the nation I was horrified when I saw you get hit like that. I know though that you have the stuff it takes to come back from this type of injury. Heck I believe that there are still a few records you havent broken yet. You are and have been a very important part of the UM program and now history an also a very exciting player to watch. I wish you a safe and speedy recovery and if there is anything we can do for you just ask as you have done so much for us.
Walt Boyer, Jacksonville Fl
Edward Jones: Cocoa, Florida: To Mr. McGaheeI just wanted to wish Willis a speedy and full recovery. We as Floridians are sickened by the sportsmanship displayed by Mr Allen. It was clear that Mr Allen intented to physically disable Mr Mcgahee. Where is the NCAA when this type of stuff takes place. We are all praying for Willis to fully recover and hope he does well in life. You are the greatest athlete to play at Miami. We all know that the Championship will be returned to Florida. Don’t worry Mr McGahee if Miami doesn’t bring it back next year I’m sure it will brought back by FSU or Florida. One way or another that trophy is coming back to Florida….Good luck!!!!
Vince Augustine: Miami Fl: Wishing you a quick, speedy and healthy recovery. I hope NCAA in the near future will do something about desperate team like the BUCKEYES, which intentionally prey on other team’s key player career.
Vince
Gerald Eady: Port Orange, FL: Dear Willis,
Just wanted to let you know that i was devestated by the injury that you suffered during the game, I admired your gracious running style and your will and determination to get that extra yard. In life God puts road blocks in our way to see how we overcome them, and this is just something to prove to him no matter what the obstacle you will overcome it. Always remember that famous bible verse Phillipians 4:13; I can do all things through christ that stengthens me. Good luck with your recovery process, keep your head up and God Bless….Your biggest fan…..
Will Maigur: Bethlehem, PA: Willis:You have the best work ethic of any ‘Cane I have ever seen and I know that if you keep pushing with that positive attitude you carry around that you will come out of all this a much better person. Everything happens for a reason and you will have your time in the spotlight again.
You are in my family’s prayers every night.
God bless,Will Maigur
: Vinnie Scattolino,Milmont Park, PA: Willis,
Best wishes in your road ahead. If your half a determined in your rehab as you are on the field, you’ll be back in no time with the Heisman under your belt. Then, on to the NFL and a rushing title. No joke..I believe this and bet my friends on it !
Your a great player who works hard and it shows. This is just a detour that life has you on, not the end of the road. You’ll be back stronger than ever. You can do it ! I really look forward to seeing you in the backfield again.
Philly’s #1 Canes FanVinnie Scattolino
Chlyla Wilson: Morgantown: Hi Willis I don’t know if you will actually get to read this but I just wanted to let you know that you are in my prayers for a speedy recovery. My name is Chlyla, I’m a football trainer for WVU and my brother is Quincy Wilson #3 for WVU. He tore his ACL 2 years ago and he also sends his best. I hope that you get better soon and never let it get you down! goodluck and Go bless you!
Chlyla Wilson
Rheuben Parramore: Charlotte, NC: When I saw them gang tackle you and how low that guy was I just knew this was going to be bad, But I also know when you come back. You are going to be better then you were before this unfortunate accident. You have the kinda resolve and greatness that makes you above all the rest!!!!!
My family thoughts and prayers are with you!!!!!
We will always be a fan of yours!!!from: Uncle Rheuben# 23 James C. Lewis
Greg MacMillan: St. Augustine, FL.: Hey Willis,
Don’t give up!! I know I’ll see you bustin’ some runs like that one against Pitt in the NFL one day. Work hard and know we are all rooting for you. Go Canes
Walter Archie: Pittsburgh, Pa: Willis, Our prayers are with you! Get well soon! You are the best running back I have seen at Miami in 30 years.You’ve got some friends overhear.Woosh Woosh..Walter 70JT 2005
Zac H. Fleisher: Davie, FL: Willis-YOU ROCK!!!!! Hopefully next season the Canes have a chance to beat the Buckeyes. I also want to wish you better, so you can get the Hesiman you so deserve!Go Canes!
Kevin Porter: Allentown, PA: Willis,
I just want to wish you the best of luck in your rehab. I am keeping you in my prayers for a quick and successful recovery! Thanks for all the wonderful memories from this past season and keep up the great work.
Meredith Barnard: Coral Springs, FL: Willis-I never was really a fan of football. My older sister now attends the University of Miami, and now, I could not be more of a hurricane football fan! I hope that you get well soon… ’cause then I’ll be able to watch you, and the rest of the team, kick ass next season!GO ‘CANES!!! Love,
Dustin M Coston: Georgetown, Fl: Stay strong Willis your the best running back. We all are praying for you. Thanks for being such a positive role model Meredith!
RAFAEL RUBIO JR.: MIAMI,FLORIDA: DEAR WILLIS, I WOULD JUST LIKE TO SAY THANK YOU FOR ALL THAT YOU HAVE DONE THIS SEASON FOR US HURRICANE FANS. YOUR DETERMINATION AND WILL TO OVER CAME EVERYTHING I KNOW WILL HELP YOU IN COMING BACK NOT ONLY TO PLAY FOOTBALL BUT TO BE A STAR AGAIN JUST LIKE LAST SEASON. SOMETIME LIFE THROWS CHALLENGES IN OUR WAY BUT IT HOW WE OVERCOME THEM THAT BUILDS US TO BE THE PERSON WE ARE. NEVER GIVE UP!GOD BLESS YOU WILLIS OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. SINCERELY YOUR BIGGEST FANS, RAFAEL RUBIO& JACLYN PEREDA
Kyle Richardson: Lee’s Summit, MO: I hope you get well very soon Willis. You are the best running back in the nation right now and to see you go down like that in the national championship made me sick. I am a big fan of yours and thought you should have won the heisman trophy. You are an amazing player to watch play. #2 all the way!! I hope you recover soon and are able to play and have a NFL career. GO CANES!! Get well soon Willis.
#1 Miami Hurricane Fan, Kyle Richardson
Tommy P: Magnolia, Texas: Willis: This Ohio State fan hated to see you get hurt. Here’s hoping you have a speedy recovery and many more years playing football. Get well soon. Tommy P
Billy Duffy: Pembroke Pines, Florida: Hey Willis Thanxz for the great season and our thoughts and prays our going out for you and your family, stay strong and show that you can never hold a cane down for long. Thanxz for the great memories and the many more to come
Mike S Settle: Spartanburg, SC: Willis,
You are a great football player along withfrom all I have read and heard a greatperson. Stay positive in attitude andmyself and many others will continue topray for your recovery and before you know it you will be back ready to play again as good as you were playing before this terrible injury. You are one of the greatest Hurricanes ever and hope to see you back in a Hurricane uniform again one day. Restup and continued progress.
God bless you,Mike Settle
Chuck Garcia: St. Marys, Ohio: Get Well Soon !!Willis, you are an EXCELLENT running back. I know that you will recover from this and be a stronger player for it.All of us, college football fans ,whether we are Buckeye fans, or Canes fans, are pulling for your complete recovery.Looking forward to seeing you back out on the field.God Bless You, and take care.Chuck Garcia
Chris Brewster: Sterling, VA: Willis,
As a graduate of UM in ’93 I wish you all the best and a speedy recovery. I was at the game and the team’s loss is nothing compared to the feeling I had about your injury. Here is the great thing though: You are a Cane. You exemplify everything it means to be a Cane. You are tough, smart, and most of all you are relentless. On the field it made you the best back in the country and in the rehab room it will allow you to come back stronger than you can imagine. You have a whole nation of Cane fans willing you to come back stronger than ever. Not for us, or for the team, but for you and what you have in front of you and your life. Be strong, and know we are all behind you 110%. Take care…
Chris Brewster
Bennet M. Helfgott: Arlington, VA: Willis, Just wanted to wish you a quick recovery and hope the rehab process will not be too long. I have watched most of your games this year and was in Miami for the Virg. Tech game. With the perseverance and the mind set you have on the field, I expect you to have a full recovery and to see you playing again very soon! Good Luck! Bennet ( a die hard fan)
Bennet M. Helfgott: Arlington, VA: Willis, Just wanted to wish you a quick recovery and hope the rehab process will not be too long. I have watched most of your games this year and was in Miami for the Virg. Tech game. With the perseverance and the mind set you have on the field, I expect you to have a full recovery and to see you playing again very soon! Good Luck! Bennet ( a die hard fan)
Bruce Thomas MD, 150 Fifth Avenue3City : Indialantic, Florida: Willis,I’m a sports medicine physician; the spring training doctor for the Florida Marlins since 1992. I have had many, many players with half your talent, will, and heart come back to FULL SPEED after this operation. You WILL play again with no problems, and may even be BETTER than before the injury. I’ve seen it many times. It changes a players’ perspective and appreciation for what he has. I’ve come back from two knee surgeries in the last two years myself. Saturday, I climbed Squaw Peak in Phoenix in your honor. KEEP THE FAITH. You’re in our thoughts and prayers…YOU WILL BE BACK BETTER THAN EVER!!Bruce Thomas MD
Michael R. Thomson: Sunrise, FL: Dear Willis, I hope and pray for your complete recovery. My heart sank on Friday nite when you were injured. You are the a spectacular player and a true leader. Keep your head up, your mind focused, and I am positive that you will be back. Remember that God does not give you things that he believes you can’t handle.
Best Wishes.
Your Canefan,Mike Thomson
FRANK GONZALEZ: MIAMI, FLORIDA: SUP WILLIS,
FIRST OF ALL, I WANT TO WISH YOU A QUICK RECOVERY. DON’T HURRY YOUR SELF YOU STILL HAVE GOT 2 SEASONS AHEAD OF YOU, 1ST OF ALL GET YOUR EDUCATION AND DON’T WORRY ABOUT FOOTBALL. WORRY ABOUT YOUR HEALTH. YOU SHOULDN’T FEEL THAT YOU WON’T GET DRAFTED, BECAUSE YOU ARE A GREAT PLAYER. I HAVEN’T SEEN A MORE DETERMINED PLAYER IN COLLEGE FOOTBALL THIS YEAR. YOU HAVE “HEART”, I ADMIRE THAT, SO DON’T WORRY WHEN YOU ARE BETTER, YOU WILL GET OUT THERE AND KICK ASS!!! ANYWAYS, FORGET ABOUT THE GAME LAST WEEKEND, THEY ROBBED THE NATIONAL TITLE FROM US. WHAT YOU AND THE TEAM HAVE GOT TO DO NOW IS, BRING IT HOME NEXT YEAR. KEEP TRAINING HARD AND GET READY FOR SUCCESS. BEST WISHES FROM ME AND ALL THE FANS THAT ADMIRE YOU. TAKE CARE AND ” GO CANES!!!!!!!!! “
FRANK GONZALEZSGT. USMC(RET.)
Jed Zak D: Cairo, GA: Willis,Best wishes for a speedy and COMPLETE recovery. Our prayers are with you.Good luck with everything! Go Canes.Jed & Gloria Zak
Lorraine T. Kiernan: Duluth, GA: Dear Willis,
I just wanted to thank you for being such an exciting and enthusiastic player for our UM team. Your drive and determination were evident in every play you made. You are truly an inspiration. I also want to thank you for the sacrifices that you have made to help make this team a championship team. You paid an incredible price when you sacrificed yourself and injured your knee. My whole family felt your pain all the way to Atlanta.
Please know that you are in our prayers as we pray for your speedy and complete recovery. You have a tough journey ahead of you. Keep the faith!
God Bless you my friend.
LorraineAlumni ’86, ’88
Jerry Minnick: Indianapolis, IN: Hi Willis,First, I have to say I’m very sorry about your injury. You have the prayers of several thousand people. Pray to God, work hard, do what the doctors tell you and the NFL will be yours.
I have to admit, I’m not a Miami fan (or Ohio State, either), but I will say you have my respect for comments you made before the game. You show a lot of class. Never change…always be positive…stay in God’s Light.
Best wishes and much respect,Jerry Minnick
Zach Dunham : Miami, FL: Get better Mr. McGahee! You’re a warrior and true football player. You never let any defense stop you, so don’t let this stop you. Keep your hopes up and work hard. My prayers are with you!
Zach
Melvin Goins Jr.: Lima, OHIO: Brotha, you are a hell of an athlete!!! I’m a huge fan of my states team, but a larger fan of college football.And if there is a better running back in this country than you, I’d like to see him. So to let you know,there are many fans in Ohio wishing you the best in your recovery. And make sure we see you backon that field. Pro or at U of Miami. I coach 9 – 12 age group in football, and you are the star of my kids. And there aremany kids across this country that think highly of your abilities. So don’t deprive us of them for too long.
Best wishes,
A fan
Melvin Goins
Monica T. Vigo: North Lauderdale, Florida: Hey McGahee! I hope you feel better soon so I can watch you play again!! You are my favorite football player ever(including NFL!!)! I love to see you play it makes me want to be better in everything I do. You motivated me to tryout for my school Track team because I want to run like you! 🙂 Love, Monica
James C. Hayes: Budd Lake, NJ: Willis, You are going to be fine. It will take a lot of work, but you will succeed. After you are well, my best to you whatever your aspiations are. Believe me, after this is all over, you will see your character stregthened like never before!Anthony J. Brown: Greenville, SC: Willis I am one of the biggest Hurricane fans in the world. When I saw your injury, I kept the tv on ESPN and FOX sportsnet until I could find out your status. I’m glad your surgery went well, and hope you can come back better than ever. Remember, what doesn’t kill us only makes us stronger. Take care and God bless.
Ashley Tate, : Stone Mountain, GA: Dear Willis,
I’m very happy and relieved that your surgery went well. I hope you make the best recovery possible. You are in my prayers.
Sincerely, Ashley Marie Tate
Eric, Weiss, J: Pinecrest, FL: Willis – I hope you have a speedy and successful recovery. You had a wonderful season and demonstrated skill, endurance and magic on the field! My son, Jason, who is 7 is a huge fan of the CANES and you are his favorite. We went to the Fiesta Bowl and were saddened by your misfortune. Please keep your spirit up because we all know you will be back, and that the game of football needs a competitor like you!
Nick A Carvalho: Coral Springs, FL: What up Willis,Well first of all I wanted to congratulate you on your amazing season. I felt so bad for you when you went down with your injury. I hope that you return next year to the team and help lead them to another amazing season. I think when you come back from rehab and will still be the best running back on the team. Hope rehab goes good and I will see you at the orange bowl next season. Get well and we are all hoping for a speedy recovery. Your fan, Nick
James Doss: Cibolo, TX: stay strong playa
Brian J Palatnick: glen allen, Va.: Willis:
First off, I hope your recovery is a fast one. You’ve got awesome skills and you’re my favorite Hurricane player. I just read this morning that you took out that insurance policy before the game, nice job!! I hope you can play again next year because your a true team player on and off the field for the Canes. How is your mother taking this whole thing? I hope she’s not too upset about the injury. Let her know that the fans think your awesome and that you’ll definitely be back. I can’t wait to see you in the NFL on Sundays. Just stay positive man, it won’t be that long at all. You’ll be better then ever. We’re all pulling for you Willis, stay strong.
A Big Canes Fan,Brian
Nadim Habib: Cary, NC: Willis, we had a get together of about10 UM alums in Raleigh, NC and weredevastated when we saw the injury.We have been praying for you ever since.We know what a hard worker you are,and we have no doubt that you will beback to full fitness. So, get wellsoon, and we look forward to watchingyou start in the Sugar Bowl in 2004!
Rizwan Khan: Bloomfield Hills, MI: Dear Willis,
This is a get-well message from long time hurricane fan in michigan. I almost threw up when they showed the replay of the injury. I hope you get back to where you were before the injury. Because of the way you work out in the weight room and rehab you will be playing for another national championship next year.
Get Well Soon!!!!!
Kevin Matlock: Oviedo, Fl: Willis, As a huge hurricane fan the national championship seemed so important until seeing you go down at the end. I have been praying for you and know that your going to get through this setback. Things like this really put life in perspective and help us to focus on the things we may overlook at times. Dont give up man. I had a buddy who met you here in orlando and he said you were a class act. We can see that in you even on the field. Football will wait. I look forward to seeing you pound the ball up the middle and then explode to the goal line when you return in 2004. Thanks for an unbelievable season. Kevin
Steve Shepps: Mechanicsburg, PA: You played a great game bud, and had a great season, take your time and get your knee back to 100%. The NFL will be there for you when your ready. You have the talent.. (And if you have a choice I would love to see you on my Steelers. Take care, my thoughts and prayers are with ya..
Kenneth Smith J.: Decatur, Al.: Just wanted to thank you for the effortyou put forth this season. I saw youplay in person in the Florida State gameand also against Tennessee and you arethe man. You are the reason we won theFla. State game with that screen pass you broke late in the game (also the Pitt game with the run before halftime).You are a tremendous talent and I wantedto thank you for the great moments yougave me this yr. Keep you chin up andre-hab your knee. I will be praying foryour recovery.
Sincerely,Ken Smith
Dan Boldt: St. petersburg,FL: I just wanted to tell you how much i have enjoyed watching you play this season.you are truely a special talent.i wish you all the best as you begin your rehap.i know that i’ll see you again helping us reclaim our national championship trophy and then off to the pro’s for you….go canes..
George E. Armes Jr.: Pulaski, VA: Willis:I know you don’t know me but you have truly blessed me througout the year. Not only by your stellar performance on the gridiron. But your story and character of perserverence. I have followed Miami football since I was 12, nearly 20 years and without a doubt you are by far the best I have ever seen. May God bless you for a speedy recovery, and may he touch your life the way you have touched mine.
George
Remy : Tallahassee, Fl: Being a seminole, I can’t help but to hate the canes. But that friday night I had to give the canes my respect. You guys played a tough game and left everything on that field. McGahee, you played your heart out and have to be commended on that. No one should have to go through such a gruesome injury as you did. But the whole nation is behind you. Keep your head up and may you have a speedy recovery. Best wishes to you and your family.
Remy
Rick Fong-Yee: Miami, Fl: Dear Willis,
I wish you all the best and a full and speedy recovery. You are one hell of a football player. I hope to see you on Sundays playing in the NFL. Keep the faith and hang in there.
Best regards,
Max J. Eckstein: Englewood, NJ: Willis, I am not the biggest Hurricanes fan, but this season I’ve loved watching you play and shred up the competition. By the Fiesta Bowl, you had become my favorite player in all of college football. That is why when I saw you go down with an injury on Friday night I felt so bad. Not only will I and many other fans miss your powerful yet graceful running style, but on a personal level, I truly am dismayed that you will have to put aside both your national championship and NFL hopes for one more season. I have full confidence that you will be able to make a full and speedy recovery and will set some new Miami records next season and win the Heisman and a championship. Conversely, I am also comforted to learn of the insurance policy you took out prior to the Fiesta Bowl, you can never be too cautious. Just stay positive and don’t rush yourself. P.S.: The interference call was bogus, you should’ve won. Best Wishes, Max Eckstein!
John R. Grover: Austintown, Ohio: Dear Willis,
I’m very sorry about your injury and I hope it doesn’t jeapordize your future. You guys just got goin when this happened to. Turnovers decreased and everything not to mention the blown call. But I hope to see you breakin more records next year to along with Gore. Get well soon and back to the national championship so you guys can get what is rightfully yours.
Robert Packman, Demarest NJ: Willis:Keep your spirits up,i have had 3 knee ops..as a former cane from the 60’s my heart goes out to you..You will endure and be back. Good luck and thanks for your great season
Marian Turkel: Chicago, Illinois: Willis, thank you for a great season.
You were a bright star on a wonderful team. Your runs, catches, and blocks were a marvel.
Good luck with your rehab. I know its hard to start back at the beginning, just know that there are thousands of Canes fans with you during every work out.
We look forward to seeing you back on the field stronger than ever, and we are with you 100%.
Caring thoughts,
Marian Turkel, RN, PhD ’97
Mark Brut: Marietta, GA: Willis,
Let me preface this by stating that I am NOT in any way a Miami fan. I went to Pitt, and am a huge Panthers fan. However, I feel compelled to wish you the best of luck in the recovery from your injury. It was just awful to watch as a fan of sports. From what I have seen, you are a truly gifted running back and a class individual. I hated to see that happen to you, even as a Miami-hater.
Stay strong and good luck.
Mark Brut
Judee Graham: Boynton Beach, Florida: Hey Willis,
I wish you the best. Hope your recovery goes well and I’ll be watching your progress. You are a credit to your family and the ‘Canes and my thoughts and prayers are with you during this tough time. Keep up your spirits and know that we all want the best for you.
Robert Adams: Casselberry, FL: Dear Willis,
You are a person with style and class. Thank you for representing the U of Miami. I am sorry to hear about your injury but I know you will recover and be back to demonstrate more excellence on and off the football field. Don’t forget that your fans love and support you. Say hello to your Mother!Go Canes!
Derek, Dohrman, D: Grand Blanc, Michigan: being a fellow hurricane, the loss to ohio state was tough to watch. however, even tougher, was watching them play without you in there. your a great inspiration to many who have had to come from the bottom and work their way to the top, and to see you go out like that hurts all your fans deeply. we are all behind you and cannot wait for you to make a full recovery and lead the hurricanes to victory next season. i hope all is well.
The Rhodes Family, Friendswood, Texas: Willis,You had a tremendous season. We are very proud of your accomplishments and are looking forward to your successful return.Good Luck with your rehabilitation! We hope that your recovery is as smooth as your stride.It is great to be a Miami Hurricane.
Nancy S. Short: Palm Beach Gardens, FL: Willis, some many emotions and so little space. My first thought is get well wishes to you. Knowing you through the football program (avid football supported and ticket season holder for 10 years), I have no doubt that you will get right back to work on rehabing the knee. You will be such an inspiration to your other team members and because you are such a good guy, only good things will come to you.
Secondly, this team that you are a member of should be very proud of yourselves. You have made us Hurricane fans proud.
God Bless You!
John E. Avola: Palm Beach Gardens, FL: Dear Willis,Thanks for one of the most memorable seasons of college football I have witnessed in my 73 years.Right now your injury may appear to be devastating and life altering, but from what I read about you, this will just be another bump in the road.I wish you well, a speedy and complete recovery. My prayers are with you.Remember the best is yet to come, but not right away!I look forward with pleasure to your return to the gridiron.God Bless.
david smith: hudson, mi: Mr Mcghahee,
I was absolutely devastated when I seen the hit you took in the national title game. Before they ran the instant replay I knew that you were injured seriously. It really was too bad because you are such a great player and playmaker. It really changed the whole game, I could tell it motivated your guys but also it hurt not having you there. I wish you nothing but the best in the future in what ever you decide to do, good luck with you rehabilitation and get well fast.
Sincerely
David SmithHudson, Michigan
Travis Nevers: Concord California: Hey Willis, I hope you get well soon. I really want to see you in the backfeild next year.I’m from Concord California. That’s really close to where Ken Dorsey grew up, My HS football team plays against them every year.My dad was raised in Miami, so naturally, I love all miami teams, especialy the Canes. I really loved watching you play all this year, and I even recreated you to be on my madden 2003 Game. In your Rookie season you’re already averaging over200 yds a game.I’m writing this in my schools comp. lab and the bell just rang, so I’ve got to go.Best wishes-a huge fan
