Softball star from Corona dies after long battle with liver cancer
An inspirational softball player who shattered state records even after her diagnosis died last week after a nearly decade-long battle with liver cancer.
“Her ability to leave all of her personal struggles off the field is a lesson for everybody to learn,” head coach Kelly Ford said. “I called her our humble warrior.”
What Taylor Dockins was going through would have brought most people to their knees. The softball star from Corona was diagnosed with liver cancer at just 17 years old, but you’d never know she was fighting through a grueling series of surgeries and chemotherapy while dominating the sport over the past eight years.
Minnesota Twins honor Prior Lake girl who died from leukemia just days after diagnosis
MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Twins welcomed dozens of 10U softball teams for their parade of champions event at Target Field.
The champs got to walk around the diamond and be recognized in front of thousands of fans. However, not every champion was physically on the field.
“I wish she was here; I’d much rather being carrying her than this, but she’s here with us,” said Dave Shepard talking about his 9-year-old daughter Addy, who died on July 1.
