Reeve Golf Classic 2023 Honoree: Michael Levine
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“Injuries are being repaired and the quality of life for many is improving dramatically,” Levine says of his honor bringing together robust and enthusiastic friends and loved ones to raise valuable funds for the Reeve Foundation. “As we get closer to a cure, our efforts are more important and can be felt dramatically in the immediate and near term. That’s super exciting.”
As someone who is indelibly linked to high-level sports, Levine is much more aware of how fleeting a moment can be as athletes risk it all for their livelihoods every day. Citing the example of NFL fans around the world collectively pausing on January 2 when CPR was administered on the field to Buffalo Bills Safety Damar Hamlin, Levine recalls it being an “aha” moment.
“The fragility of life is proven in how rapidly life can change and impact everyone around you,” Levine articulates. “And especially for those living with spinal cord injuries, there is not a single minute of the day that they can lose sight of their health and take it for granted.”
Levine firmly believes the Reeve Golf Classic is about much more than merely a fun round of golf with friends. While July 24 will be a special day at Winged Foot Golf Club, Levine notes, “it isn’t lost on me that we will all be there for a vitally important reason – to support those like Danny and Alan.”
“I’ve been connected to this fight for 38 years and have witnessed the progress being made over nearly four decades,” Levine says. “It inspires me to push that much harder, knowing that science has made such incredible strides. I can’t wait to give Alan and Danny a hug standing up… and someday soon.”