Boy born with limb difference pursues sports dreams with help from Shriners Children’s

ST. LOUIS (KMOV/Gray News) - An 8-year-old named Zane was born with a limb difference, but that hasn’t stopped him from playing the sports he loves.

Shriners Children’s St. Louis is assisting Zane and his family, who were first referred to the hospital when he was just 4 months old.

Shriners Children’s pediatric orthotic and prosthetic team has made Zane 14 devices over the years.

“They can make my orthotic so I can run, jump, do whatever I like,” Zane said.

Zane is active enough that he has broken most of the devices.

The 8-year-old has been able to pursue his interests in soccer, baseball, basketball and hockey. Zane’s mother, Kim, says he wants to become a professional athlete.

“Once we had an avenue, our goal was to pursue it, to make all things happen for whatever his dreams are,” she said.

To show his appreciation, Zane held his own baseball-related fundraiser for the hospital.

“I think we raised close to maybe $4,000,” he said.

Kim added, “There are kids that would never do those things if it weren’t for the funds donated to Shriners.”

Shriners Children’s St. Louis is also scheduled to hold its Day of Giving on Sept. 24.