Brock Leitner's Road to Recovery

Hi everyone. We are fundraising for our family member Brock Leitner.

 

On Sunday, June 12, 2022 Brock was having a great day riding at the Dorva Motocross Track in Drumheller, AB when he experienced a life altering accident. Brock crashed and was rushed to the Drumheller hospital where Stars Ambulance was there with a helicopter to transport him to Foothills Medical Centre in Calgary due to the severe trauma to his back and spinal cord. He quickly underwent emergency back and spinal cord surgery. Brock’s T6/T7 vertebrae and his spinal cord were severely damaged, leaving him paralyzed from mid chest down. Brock and his parents (Rick and Lori) were then told that Brock has less than a 10% chance of ever walking again. Brock spent time in ICU and currently remains in the spinal ward until he is stable enough to be transported back to BC for further rehabilitation.

 

Brock’s love of racing dirt bikes began at the age of 4. It soon became obvious that he had an extreme passion for the sport and eventually became a professional MX racer from 2013-Present. In 2018 Brock took a different path and became a heavy equipment operator/track builder. In 2022, Brock returned to the track so that he could ride again and train younger individuals. His goal, to give back to the sporting community he loved so much.

 

Brock has a long road to recovery, and his injuries will prevent him from going back to work anytime soon. He will be facing many medical, rehabilitation and travel/ambulance transportation expenses.  Some of these expenses will include medication and equipment (such as wheelchairs, bars, ramps, vehicle and home alterations).  Brock has always been independent and really wishes to remain that way.   As such, we are asking our family, friends and community to assist in any way they can.  All funds raised here will be put towards these expenses. Any amount will be greatly appreciated.

 

Brock and his family have remained positive. They are so grateful for all the love and support he has been receiving. Brock’s motto is “Walk’n or Roll’n I’m still Rock’n and Roll’n”.