Prince Harry will be honored with the Pat Tillman Award for Service at the 2024 ESPYS, which take place next month and will be hosted by tennis legend Serena Williams.
The award is ‘given to a person with a strong connection to sports who has served others in a way that echoes
the legacy of the former NFL player and U.S. Army Ranger, Pat Tillman,’ according to ESPN.
The Duke of Sussex is receiving the award ‘in honor of his tireless work in making a positive impact for the veteran community through the power of sport.’
Former NFL safety Steve Gleason, who has been battling ALS since 2011, will receive the Arthur Ashe Award for Courage,
while legendary basketball coach Dawn Staley will receive the Jimmy V Award for Perseverance.
Prince Harry served in the British armed forces for a decade before founding the Invictus Games Foundation, which has ‘created an international platform to support wounded, injured, and sick servicemen and women.’
Now in their 10th year, the Invictus Games see wounded, injured and sick servicemen and women – both serving and veterans – compete across different sports.
According to ESPN, The Invictus Games ‘have transcended borders and impacted lives across every continent, bringing together competitors from 23 nations, with continued support and programming 365 days of the year.’
Last year, the award went to to the Buffalo Bills Training Staff after they saved the life of Damar Hamlin, who suffered a cardiac arrest on the field only to make a miraculous return to the NFL.
Manchester United and England star Marcus Rashford was given the Pat Tillman Award in 2021, after raising millions of dollars during the COVID-19 pandemic to help feed children.
Prince Harry’s dedication to serving the veteran community through sports has been recognized with the prestigious Pat Tillman Award for Service. The award, named after former NFL player and U.S. Army Ranger Pat Tillman, is given to individuals with a strong connection to sports who have made a positive impact through service.
In addition to Prince Harry, other noteworthy recipients at the 2024 ESPYS include former NFL safety Steve Gleason, who will receive the Arthur Ashe Award for Courage, and legendary basketball coach Dawn Staley, who will receive the Jimmy V Award for Perseverance.
Prince Harry’s commitment to supporting wounded, injured, and sick servicemen and women led him to establish the Invictus Games Foundation. This international platform has provided opportunities for competitors from 23 nations to showcase their skills across various sports.
Notably, the Buffalo Bills Training Staff was honored last year for their life-saving actions during a critical moment on the field. Their quick response and skills helped save the life of Damar Hamlin, who later made a remarkable return to the NFL.
In 2021, Marcus Rashford, a standout player for Manchester United and England, received the Pat Tillman Award for his fundraising efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic. His contributions helped provide meals for children in need.
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Source: CNN
