Jake Olson

It is my opinion that ESPN has probably the most thoughtful, well-done programming on television. Yes, they air sports almost 24/7 and you see the occasional Pro Bowling Association Tournament or the Table Tennis World Championships, but what's more important is that they go out and do really interesting, heartfelt human interest stories.

The latest story aired this past Saturday Morning on College Game Day (November 28, 2009). The piece is about an extremely courageous young 7th grade, Jake Olson. He has been a USC Trojans fan his entire life... and his entire life he's been battling retinoblastoma, a rapidly developing cancer of the retina. Jake had his left eye removed and after battling 8 different stints with cancer, it was clear that his right eye had to be removed as well.

Before the surgery, his only wish was to see the USC Trojans Football team one more time. The team ended up embracing him and Jake's wish came true beyond anything.

In the spirit of the Holiday Season, if you are able, please donate to The Jimmy V Fund and/or St. Jude's Children's Hospital.