Some stories transcend sports, leaving a lasting mark on the world. The Nebraska Cornhuskers superfan, Jack Hoffman, who inspired millions with his unforgettable 69-yard touchdown run during Nebraska’s 2013 spring game, passed away at just 19 years old after a courageous battle with brain cancer. His bravery on and off the field sparked a national movement, and his legacy continues to shine through the work of his parents.
Andy and Bri Hoffman were more than just Jack’s biggest cheerleaders; they were warriors in the fight against pediatric brain cancer. After Jack’s initial diagnosis in 2011, they founded the Team Jack Foundation, dedicating their lives to raising awareness and funding research for a cure. Andy, a lawyer, brought the same passion to the cause as he did to his career, even as he battled his own brain cancer diagnosis in 2020. Tragically, he passed away in 2021 at the age of 42, leaving behind a legacy of resilience and hope. Bri, Jack’s steadfast mother, has continued to honor her family’s mission, carrying the torch for Team Jack and the countless families impacted by this devastating disease.
Through heartbreak, the Hoffmans turned their pain into purpose, inspiring a community—and a nation—to believe in something bigger.
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