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North Carolina boy with heart condition scores NFL touchdown

Updated 3 months ago2 new reports, including ABC News, Times of India.

·1 min read·2 outlets
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The short version

A six-year-old boy with a congenital heart condition signed a one-day contract with the Carolina Panthers and scored a touchdown during a team event. The Make-A-Wish Foundation facilitated the experience.

A six-year-old boy named Asher Harvey signed a one-day contract with the Carolina Panthers.2,1 Harvey scored a touchdown during the team's Fan Fest event.2,1 The Make-A-Wish Foundation arranged the experience for Harvey.1

Harvey met Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young during the event.1 Harvey participated in team activities as part of the one-day contract.1 Harvey was born with a complex congenital heart defect.1

Harvey has undergone multiple heart surgeries in his lifetime.1 The experience was described as a joyful milestone for Harvey's family after years of medical challenges.1

Why it matters

  • The Make-A-Wish Foundation is a nonprofit organization that grants wishes to children with critical illnesses.1

  • Fan Fest is an annual event hosted by the Carolina Panthers where fans can interact with players and participate in team activities.1

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2 source reports

2 outlets · 2 countries · citation numbers match the article

  1. 1

    Times of India · IN

    6-year-old with heart condition scores dream Panthers touchdown

    Aug 4, 2026

  2. 2

    ABC News · US

    WATCH: David Muir shares North Carolina boy's wish come true with Carolina Panthers

    Aug 5, 2026

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