Smashed out of his mind, wearing maroon, and ringing a bell in celebration. Did he just finish radiation treatments OR catch a 6 p.m. kickoff at Davis Wade?
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Hey all. The results came back on my son's biopsy. Cancer. More accurately, malignant neuroblastoma. We're still working on a treatment plan and need to run more tests for a more specific diagnosis. We love y'all and appreciate the thoughts/prayers. Goodness knows we need them.
On this date 2 years ago, Ole Miss football was 3-5 and on their way to a 4-8 season. Today they are 6-1, bowl eligible, and ranked in the Top 10. Amazing how hiring a competent coach and staff can spark such a quick turnaround. Glad to be better off now than we were then.
Had scans Tue/Wed. We just got the results.
Honestly still trying to grasp what we heard.
Y'all, the disease is GONE from everywhere but his bones. We still have a long road ahead of us but the doctor said Lucas is responding better than he ever could've hoped.
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University of Mississippi Campus 2013 ...
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Marshall Henderson
Sam Kendricks
Hugh Freeze
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Sikes Orvis
Laquon Treadwell
Me
Murphy Holloway
Laremy Tunsil
Madi Osias
Bo Wallace
David W. Case
Will Allen
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King Kobraz
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University of Florida campus 2007...
Dan Bilzerian
Tim Tebow
Ryan Lochte
Billy Horschel
Cam Newton
Joakim Noah
Aaron Hernandez
Riley Cooper
Al Horford
Corey Brewer
Percy Harvin
Billy Donovan
Urban Meyer
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Lucas's biopsy results came back negative for active disease. Thank goodness. The doctor wants to rescan and re-biopsy in 6 months just to make sure. But we're in the clear for now.
GOOD SCANS MEAN BACK TO SCHOOL!
Lucas' scans came back very positive. No evidence of active disease in the soft tissue and only one area of concern on his femur. We're still only about halfway done with treatment but seeing this much progress is nothing short of miraculous.
Just found out that Lucas' bone marrow biopsy came back clear! Full remission for the toughest little dude I know. Still a long road ahead of us but we know with our family, or friends, and our faith that ALL things are possible.
#MerryChristmas
!
@VegasRebs
and I are thrilled to learn that Lucas’ bone marrow is clear!! It’s literally the only Christmas wish I had. So grateful he can just continue to be a little boy who plays in the backyard all day without a care in the world!
#livelikelucas
#kidsgetcancertoo
#remission
Let me tell y'all about my God, modern medicine, and prayer. Lucas has turned a corner BIG time. All weekend he was on oxygen and liquid nutrition. Yesterday, he was eating solids and smiling, today he's playing in the playroom! The doctors said this quick a recovery is so rare.
Quick reminder that Will Wade, who coached tonight, was caught on a recorded phone call admitting to offering improper benefits to a player who played and scored 10 points tonight. Ole Miss got put in NCAA jail because someone slept on a couch.
This dude just got out of the scans follow-up. The oncologist is thrilled with Lucas' reaction to the treatment. The majority of the tumors have shrunk by at least 50%. After the next 2 rounds, we will do more scans and discuss operability. We're definitely "on the right track".
One of our son's nurses came in this morning wearing a State jacket. My wife asked her the meaning of this. "Oh, my dad is the Mississippi State men's basketball coach. And it's
#MaroonFriday
."
@Ben_Howland
's daughter is my son's nurse. And she's our favorite. So conflicted.
Scans clear. For the 2nd time in a row. We're officially in remission! One round of immunotherapy left, then just maintenance after that! Almost bell-ringing time!
SOMEONE'S COMING HOME FOR THANKSGIVING! He and momma still need to stay in L.A. for the next week for observation but he's scheduled to be released November 25th! And doesn't have to be back at UCLA until December 9th! The haters and losers (of which there are many) are FURIOUS!
Leaving this dude. I'm going to miss him but between his momma and his doctors, he's in great hands. If y'all wouldn't mind throwing up a quick prayer for him, the medical staff, doctors, and my wife, I would appreciate it.
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I just have to brag on these two real quick. I was DREADING this idea because Reagan and Lucas are both autistic and not super known for great behavior in public... they sat through 7 of the longest innings I've ever experienced like perfect angels. They surprise me every day.
Be mad at Bjork. Be mad at Vitter. Be mad at Freeze. Be mad at the NCAA. Be mad at all the other coaches who said no. But don't you dare hold this against Matt Luke.
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We got the results from Lucas' last set of scans. There is no evidence of active disease in the soft tissue! This is obviously very welcome news. There are still some spots in the bone but the doctor seems confident that the maintenance therapy will resolve them over time...
Little man is out of surgery and recovering. Thank you all so much for the prayers and well-wishes. They are definitely felt. Very grateful for a loving God, a testimony of His gospel, and proficient medical experts. And y'all. Very very grateful for y'all.
Got a buddy. He's on Day 4 after transplant, so we're seeing the beginning of the crash. It'll be rough for a week. He'll be up and about this time next week. Happy to see him after almost 2 weeks.
I know it didn't end how anyone wanted, but I need to take some time to brag on
@OleMissKermit
. Shortly after we found out Lucas was sick, my phone rang from a Mississippi number I didn't recognize. It was Coach Davis. We must have talked for a half hour about family and faith...
Just to clarify my earlier post, Lucas is technically in remission. This doesn't mean that there aren't still cancerous cells that are just undetectable or that it won't come back but as of today, Lucas is in complete remission. Dunk on 'em
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Prayer is real, y'all. Look who got to come home today! His numbers looked great and he was eating and drinking (albeit with some discomfort) so the doctor allowed him to be discharged! Very happy to have him back home.
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2 years ago. I didn't know what it was to feel the world stop spinning until that phone call. But as bad as that day was, sitting here 2 years later, with a little dude who has whipped cancer's ass from pillar to post, gotta say... it feels amazing.
Hey all. The results came back on my son's biopsy. Cancer. More accurately, malignant neuroblastoma. We're still working on a treatment plan and need to run more tests for a more specific diagnosis. We love y'all and appreciate the thoughts/prayers. Goodness knows we need them.
Last Christmas we were in between stem cell transplants and, frankly, weren't 100% sure it wouldn't be our last Christmas with him. This year, he's happy, healthy, and in remission and that's honestly the best present ever. Merry Christmas, y'all.
WE. ARE. OUTTIE. Thank y'all so much for the prayer and well-wishes. I promise you we felt every single one and they kept us going when our own strength gave out. He's got a road ahead of him, still, but he's a tough dude and we have faith in him, his doctors, and the Lord.
This is the tough part of all this. I will never have anything but love and admiration for Coach Luke as a man. After Lucas got sick, he was one of the first from the Ole Miss family to reach out to us. I will always remember that. Thank you, Matt.
Little man had strep throat which turned into scarlet fever which has turned into pneumonia. He's going to be hanging out in the hospital for the next couple of days to make sure he's good. Everything is fine but if you have some prayers to spare, we'd appreciate them.
...And out of recovery on Day 2. Hoping that the scans come back with good news and we have a roadmap forward. Thanks for all your thoughts and prayers for our little Rebel.
#LiveLikeLucas
I told folks LSU was gonna push our record in Omaha and people laughed it off. If I know 2 things about LSU fans, 1. They'll put literally anything into their mouths without a second of hesitation, AND 2. They'll do anything to beat Ole Miss. This is the perfect coonass storm.
Well, it's surgery day. And it's a big one. They're going to make about a foot-long incision in his chest and go get as many of the now-benign tumors as possible. Surgeon said expects anywhere from 4-6 hours. I'm sure he'll be just fine, but we could still use y'alls prayers.
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OKAY. X-ray came back negative for blood clots. There was a kink in the line. It's been straightened out and we are back on track. Kid is a warrior. Thanks so much for your love, prayers, and support.
Bad news: Yesterday, Lucas tested positive for RSV, a nasty virus that could be fatal if they proceeded with chemo due to his compromised immune system. Good news: the doctor team has decided to delay treatment until after the holidays. Dude and mommy will be home for Christmas!
So surreal. Thank you for the phone call
@RebelCoachDavis
. It meant the world to be able to talk to you about our Lucas and for you listening to his story. I know
@OleMissMBB
is in great hands because you're a great man. I truly appreciate your time and prayers.
IT'S FIVE-YEAR SURVIVAL DAY! April 23, 2019, Lucas was diagnosed with Stage IV malignant Neuroblastoma. The chances of him seeing today were literally 50/50. We are so blessed to have him with us still, not just surviving but thriving. Glory to be God, modern medicine, and y'all.
After 2 years (1 because of treatment, 1 because of, well, 2020) Lucas finally went back to school today. His special needs require more for schooling than just sitting in front of an iPad and his amazing teachers are ready to help get him back on track. Very excited for him.