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Steven's Story: Power Player (Video)

Steven, 14, has spinal muscular atrophy. But he also plays ice hockey and swims in the ocean. Hear what he has to say about struggling and succeeding.

  • Steven's Story

    Steven's Story

    Steven, 14, was diagnosed with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA for short) when he was 3 years old. Here's what life looks like for a guy who lives to surprise people — and who doesn't like the word "normal."

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