The Perryville Piranhas Swim Team is putting all its efforts into helping out a young child fighting a life-threatening disease.
Two-year-old Hudson James Reinagel is a happy and playful youngster from Cape Girardeau who has been battling AT/RT (Atypical teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor) brain cancer since last summer. Hudson’s unexpected battle against AT/RT Brain Cancer began on July 23 when it was discovered that he had a tumor.
Two days later, the youngster underwent surgery to remove the tumor on the feast of his patron, Saint James. Following the surgery, he began treatment for this rare, aggressive cancer on Aug. 15, only a few days after his second birthday. After five months, Hudson has undergone surgery, five rounds of chemotherapy, and three stem cell transplants. Soon, he will begin radiation therapy.
“Hudson has family from Perryville,” said Angie Schupp, Perryville Piranhas coach. “He is related to both the Schumer family and Dr. Adam Reinagel's family. Hudson's cousins are also a part of the Perryville Piranhas Swim Team. The Piranhas will host a Show Your Love for Hudson Swim Meet on Saturday, Feb. 8.
“We will be donating the profits from the entry fees, custom Hudson swim caps, backpack tags, and concessions to Hudson and his family to help with expenses that have accrued throughout treatments. Email perryvillepiranhas@gmail.com, if you are interested in competing in the swim meet or by noon on Jan. 20 if you’d like to order swim caps or backpack tags.”
You can follow Hudson's story where his family posts updates, prayer resources, and other ways you can give at https://www.hopeforhudson.com/.
