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Alouettes quarterback Jeff Mathews draws inspiration from his sister
As he continues chasing his football dream, Montreal Alouettes quarterback Jeff Mathews is buoyed knowing regardless of the challenge, someone has his back.
Mathews’ older sister, Katie, was paralysed following an ’06 auto accident. She suffered a fractured neck and spinal cord injuries when the car she was in flipped after the driver swerved to avoid missing a highway exit.
Now 29, she lives in Seattle and tells her story as a motivational speaker. Brother and sister remain close and speak often. Jeff Mathews says he’s continually inspired by Katie’s spirit and courage.