Beverly Kearney's life is all about speed and winning. She's the legendary head coach of the University of Texas women's track and field team. Under her leadership, the Longhorns have claimed six national 
As soon as her mother's car pulled away, Cathy Harper Lee always counted the blades of grass on the lawn. She hoped to reach a high number. That meant a few moments alone before her step-father ordered her inside. 
March 9, 2010
Northern California native Kevin Laue was not a born basketball star - in fact, he has only one arm, the result of a birth-related defect. However, thanks to his parents' encouragement and a lot of determination, he may have a shot at realizing his dream of joining the NCAA.
Recently, his hard work paid off when Laue won a scholarship to Division 1 Manhattan College, whose men's basketball head coach Barry Rohrssen expressed his confidence that the young man's work ethic will inspire other players, according to ESPN.
"He possesses certain skills as a basketball player that are very good," Rohrssen said, quoted by the news provider.
"And he demonstrates qualities that will make him successful off the court - in the locker room, on campus and in the classroom," he added.
According to the Centers for Disease Control, one in every 33 babies born in the U.S. each year has some form of birth defect. Medical experts say pregnant women should avoid drinking, smoking, using illicit drugs or taking any medication without consultation with their doctors to minimize the risk of such defects.
Survivors, their families and those who would like to donate may consult the website of the Birth Defect Research for Children.
