Karson Cox's unselfishness and willingness to help others sets him apart. 'He'll get more excited if a kid scores their first touchdown,' his coach said.
Second in a series of stories profiling top high school football players by position. Today, Karson Cox, Oak Hills running back. It's a late March morning at a deserted Oak Hills High, where spring break has left the parking lots empty. The temperature is in the 60s, there's a cool breeze and snow covers the nearby mountains. Hawks hover in the distance searching for prey.
8 grade-point average and willingness to welcome and help others has earned him much respect. Oak Hills has had autistic and special-needs students as part of the program, and Cox says he believes it's important to make sure they are feeling comfortable and appreciated. 'They just want to get involved with football,' he said. 'Due to their disabilities, some aren’t able to go all out, so you can always find a way to interact with them, welcome them at all times.
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