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Tristan Braverman - Woodmere Academy - Highlights/Interview

July 21, 2018
Tristan Braverman overcame autism to become a standout basketball player at Woodmere Academy in New York.

Doctors once predicted a bleak future for Tristan Braverman after his autism diagnosis. He answered by hitting a game-winning shot in the state quarterfinals for Woodmere Academy. Through years of therapy and dedication, Braverman not only developed communication skills but discovered a passion for basketball that provided comfort and normalcy. His journey from diagnosis to Division I walk-on at UC Santa Barbara stands as proof that determination can overcome any obstacle.