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A Mother’s Warning: Her Son Collapsed After Masked Practice — Years Later, He's Still Healing

After her son suffered a brain injury during masked basketball practice, Richelle Neuhaus shares his ongoing battle to recover—and why she’s speaking out so others never have to endure the same pain.

In this powerful episode, Richelle Neuhaus shares the heartbreaking journey of her son Zander, who collapsed after being forced to wear a mask during high-intensity basketball practice. Diagnosed with a hypoxic brain injury and a rare neurological disorder, Zander has spent years fighting to recover. Richelle opens up about their medical battles, the treatments that made things worse, and how their faith has kept them going. She also delivers a strong message to parents, schools, and policymakers: don’t forget what happened during COVID—because the consequences are still unfolding.