Published August 04. 2016 12:00AM
The Wounded Warrior Amputee Football Team took on the “NFL Alumni,” made up of mostly Allentown Police Department officers, at the PPL Arena July 9 following an Arena Football League game between the Philadelphia Soul and the Cleveland Gladiators.
The WWAFT was founded to raise awareness for the Wounded Warrior members and their families.
It is also a testimony to the perseverance of this group of veterans to excel in spite of their physical challenges.
And, they have a 15-0 record on the field.
Joining the WWAFT for this game was U.S. Congressman Charlie Dent, R-15th.
As chairman of the Subcommittee on Military Construction, Veterans Affairs and Related Agencies, Dent has a direct interest in the welfare of both active military personnel as well as veterans.
He expressed his support to all the veterans at the game.
PRESS PHOTOS BY LOU WHEELANDDan Lasko, with his family, Jess, Ben and Luke, all of Hanover Township, is a key player for the Wounded Warrior Amputee Football Team. Dan Lasko lost his left leg as a result of an IED in Afghanistan in 2004. Copyright - Lou Wheeland Photography
