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High School Athletes Champion Friendship and Autism Awareness

10/17/2025

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Caleb Butler, quarterback at Doctor Joaquin Garcia High School in Wellington, advances Best Buddies by promoting friendship and support for those with intellectual disabilities.
Butler credits Best Buddies with shaping him and plans a fundraiser to raise awareness.
Caleb Gottschall, a 17-year-old Panther Valley football team manager, overcomes epilepsy and autism to participate with teammates' support.
He raises funds for the Eagles Autism Foundation and aims for $25,000 this year.

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Story summary

Caleb Butler, quarterback at Doctor Joaquin Garcia High School in Wellington, advances Best Buddies by promoting friendship and support for those with intellectual disabilities.
Butler credits Best Buddies with shaping him and plans a fundraiser to raise awareness.
Caleb Gottschall, a 17-year-old Panther Valley football team manager, overcomes epilepsy and autism to participate with teammates' support.
He raises funds for the Eagles Autism Foundation and aims for $25,000 this year.