An update has been made on the non league footballer who collapsed on the pitch mid-game as Hurlford played Maybole Juniors in July.
Will Graham, from Kilmarnock, is “defying the odds” as he begins recovery after paramedics were called to the game, only to discover he had a bleed on the brain.
The Ayrshire player was taken to Crosshouse Hospital before being taken to Glasgow’s Queen Elizabeth University Hospital for an operation.
The 23-year-old had the operation on the 22nd of July and was discharged with a ruptured brain aneurysm. Now he’s undergoing rehabilitation to get him fit and back onto the football pitch.
Hurlford United have now set up a GoFundMe page to help him as he goes through the rehab process which includes private Neuro Physiotherapy and Neuro Psychology.
The club are also sharing updates on his progress on their Twitter including sharing Will’s own videos of his journey.
In one tweet, he said: “Where do I even start, just want to thank everyone for the messages.
“I can’t thank everyone enough or put into words how grateful I am to still be alive.
“Can’t thank the surgeon enough for saving my life at QE hospital giving me a second chance at life.”
The club recently shared a video of their player walking to a jog in the latest effort to recover.
The GoFundMe page said: “We are looking to support Hurlford United player Will Graham, 23, in his recovery from recent brain surgery.
“The local football community was shocked when Will collapsed during a game v Maybole Juniors Wednesday 20th July 2022, and was shortly diagnosed with a ruptured brain aneurysm.
“The volume of messages of support for Will has been overwhelming.
“Following surgery on Friday 22nd July 2022, Will now faces his biggest challenge to recover physically and mentally.
“Anyone that knows Will will not be surprised that he is defying the odds already through his determination and a positive mindset.
“This fund is intended primarily to support Will with the rehabilitation process, which will include private Neuro Physiotherapy and Neuro Psychology.
“The family is incredibly grateful to the Neurological department at the Queen Elizabeth hospital and will donate to Horatio’s Garden, a tranquil garden space to assist patients with rehabilitation away from the ward. #wearewithwill”
Donations to the page can be made here.
First day walking _week & a half after brain surgery. Its still really hard but not giving up.💪🏽 It’s gonna be a long long road too recovery but so grateful too be alivs🙏🏾❤️ pic.twitter.com/EnJMo12HeC
— Will Graham (@WillG7777) August 3, 2022
First 3 days of rehbab after seeing my neurophydio. Hard would be na under statement. I’m refusing to give up but it is so hard words can’t dessdibe, this is a video I dme walking into a jog can’t believe I’m able to jog a wee bit when I’m ~still mense to b dien hospital🙏🏾💪🏽 pic.twitter.com/X2YbPp0X8I
— Will Graham (@WillG7777) August 22, 2022
Social media users gave a heartfelt reaction as an update is made on the Scottish non league footballer who collapsed on the pitch mid-game…
@aht1869: Great to see you up and walking
@Pgdakpodcast: Great to see you up and about mate 🙌🏻
@8east9: What a guy 😍 can’t believe you’ve still got they shorts pulled up
@garyflembo86: 💪🏻 wishing you a speedy recovery!!
@emmajo1212: Easy 🙌 you’ve got this ❤️ love you xxx
@27alexbell: There eh is 👏🏼 fucking superb mate ❤️
@PaulMaxi9: Wow. Amazing Will. Speedy recovery bud
@robroy1878: That is a heartwarming sight….great to see you up and about, good luck in your recovery from everyone at Rob Roy Fc
@RossvaleJFC: What an inspiration you are Will keep going mate 👍 👏👏👏
@EwanMclevy: Amazing brother you got this 💙💙
@Barkillie: In the bag mate, fit as fuck, you’ll be back!
@AftonKillie: Wishing you all the best on your road to recovery.
@lukebarlow2000: Take care mate wishing you a speedy recovery💙
@NewFarmLochAFC: Great to see you up and about. All the best in your recovery from all at New Farm ❤
@WeeEck05: Having been through brain surgery that’s mightily impressive so soon. It’s a long journey but you’ll get there and there is loads of people out there to bounce off.
@AlanOnlySky: The best is yet to come man!!
@MoggyMarshman: Keep up the brilliant work buddy x
@daveygormz: Amazing mate, speedy recovery Will 💪🏼👏🏼
@killiehippo: Great to see you back on your feet mate, here’s hoping you’ll be back playing before you know it
@MarkRBennett3: Been there pal 1997. ….. it’s a long road but you can do it… coz I did 🥰
@Hoyski_88: Wishing you all the best Will! 💪
@Barry_Fraser1: Tremendous Will 🙌🏼. Wishing you a speedy and full recovery mate ❤️💪🏼
@Crosshouse2006: An inspiration mate. Good luck on your recovery. Just remember, its not the length of the journey, its getting to the finish line that counts
Wee message of support for our @WillG7777 from everyone at the club. We’re all with you Will! #montheford #woslive pic.twitter.com/StZXwZaiGp
— Hurlford United ⭐ (@HurlfordUtd) July 30, 2022
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