This story was nominated for an Emmy for Best Sports Story.
In 2009 Matt Colella battled cancer and won, now he is one of the best high school kickers in the state of Ohio and raises money for pediatric cancer research with every kick he makes for St. Ignatius. This is his story.
Written and reported by: Chris Van Vliet
Edited and shot by: Ed Louloudis
WOIO-TV
Cleveland, Ohio