Nick Springer, 35 years old, contracted Meningococcal Meningitis at age 14 died suddenly on April 14.

Nick had both legs amputated above the knees and both arms to mid-forearm. He began playing sled hockey before he was fully finished with rehab, and at age 16, segued into Quadriplegic Wheelchair Rugby (“Murderball”) which brought him five international gold medals, including at the 2008 Beijing Olympics. At the 2012 London Paralympics, Nick and Team USA took the bronze medal.

A gifted public speaker, Nick used humor, charm and his personal stories to persuade audiences about the power of sports in disabilities. He was champion for vaccinations against Meningococcal Meningitis, becoming instrumental in passing legislation to support vaccinations.

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