A local senior is proving every day that when you get knock down, there's always a reason to get back up. After almost losing his ability to walk, he is back on the run.

"I was in fifth grade the first time I ever did a mile in gym. It was a defining moment and one of the coolest things I had ever done."

By the time Webster Schroeder's Ethan Fitzgerald was in ninth grade, he had the potential to be one of the best runners in Section V.

Webster Schroeder Varsity Track Coach Dave Klehr said, "I was able to see what he was up to. I was like who is that little runner leading the pack."

But while riding his bike, before his sophomore year, he was hit head on by a teen driver who looked away for a moment to text.

Webster Schroeder's Andy Stein sees the positive in just about everything. "I do enjoy school and working and seeing my friends.

Stein carries a 93 average and is looking to pursue a career in accounting. "I've always enjoyed math. I've been lucky to get good teachers throughout high school and develop good relationships with math teachers, they've helped me along the way."

Stein loves sports as much as he loves to learn. He is captain of the soccer team and has been playing with his teammates since he was little. "Seeing them everyday and playing with them has been an honor especially since we've been having success.