'15 DE Travis Freeman (Burnett)

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The Freemans said it never occurred to them that Travis missing school would keep him from graduating on time because of his lack of attendance. They said they’re grateful to Burnet High School counselor Deanna Thomas for drawing up the paper work to allow Travis to have a tutor in order to do his assignments from home. In all, he was out of school for six months.

But during the time he was away, Travis was still able to be an academic all-district honoree.

When he did return, nurse Tina Jones kept an eye on Travis, the Freemans said.

As he was making a comeback, Travis said his coaches made it clear that it was OK if he needed to stop. He was able to play some during the Bulldogs’ playoff run last season.

“They did everything they could to get me playing time,” he said. “They treated me like I was important and could help the team.”

Travis’ condition kept his parents, especially his mother, awake at night.

“We didn’t sleep,” Ron Freeman said. “You don’t get a good night’s sleep for two years. We slept with one eye open.”

Travis plans to major in physical therapy. His career occupation is the result of what he’s been through the past two years. To get an idea of what’s expected, he has interned at Lakeway in aquatics therapy.

As he heads into his senior season, Travis has been making the most of his summer. He’s attended football camps at North Texas and Baylor and is participating in the Bulldogs’ summer strength-and-conditioning program.

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