Ironton at Jackson in week 2 and Perkins, along with a Jackson player went flying out of bounds on a contested play and Perkins collided with the 86 year old on the chain gang. Perkins IMMEDIATELY calling for help and noticeably upset. There was a long break in the game and the elderly chain gang member wasn’t moving. He was taken on the stretcher and then by squad.
It’s been said that Perkins and his family went and visited the hospital after the game to apologize for the accidental happening (which obviously was no one’s fault) Hank the chain gang guy had been knocked out cold but was ok and in good spirits. Later I heard that Ty and family had sent Hank a care package. Hank was back out there for the next home game.
I thought this was a refreshing story from a young big time high school football talent and he should be applauded for his care, concern and actions.
