http://www.yardbarker.com/content/player/3612 Recent articles about Adam Terry en-us The Ravens listed right tackle Adam Terry as doubtful with a torn lateral meniscus in his right knee, although he spoke yesterday about possibly... Sun, 12 Oct 2008 01:27:33 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/349136 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/349136 The Ravens listed right tackle Adam Terry as doubtful with a torn lateral meniscus in his right knee, although he spoke yesterday about possibly... Sun, 12 Oct 2008 01:27:33 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/349136 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/349136 The Ravens listed right tackle Adam Terry as doubtful with a torn lateral meniscus in his right knee, although he spoke yesterday about possibly... Sat, 11 Oct 2008 19:26:17 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/348956 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/348956 The Ravens listed right tackle Adam Terry as doubtful with a torn lateral meniscus in his right knee, although he spoke yesterday about possibly... Sat, 11 Oct 2008 19:26:17 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/348956 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/348956 Despite not practicing because of a knee injury, Ravens starting offensive tackle Adam Terry said he expects to play Sunday at Indianapolis. "Spit on... Thu, 09 Oct 2008 01:13:06 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/347469 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/347469 Despite not practicing because of a knee injury, Ravens starting offensive tackle Adam Terry said he expects to play Sunday at Indianapolis. "Spit on... Thu, 09 Oct 2008 01:13:06 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/347469 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/347469 Dean, Here is the story I wrote about 13 year-old Josh Rusnock of Freeland, Pennsylvania for an edition of the Standard Speaker newspaper. I'm so sorry about that missed attachment. Here it is. And everything you said is fine. I will be more than happy to pass the news on to Josh's mom. Please let me know if you need anything further and I would be more than happy to assist you. Josh is such a good kid and it's become part of my mission as well to find every avenue of help for him and his family. Like I said, please let me know if there's anything more you need. Thanks So Much And Take Care- Imagine having a disease that only a few people in the world know about, and even fewer people have. By BOBBY MASO Staff Writer Imagine being at a crossroads in life, preparing for the transition from boy to young man, yet not being able to do common things like spending time with friends, playing football in the backyard or even riding a bike. That is the life 13-year-old Josh Rusnock of Freeland lives every day. On the surface, Josh looks like an average teenager. He loves most sports, and watching some of his favorite teams, the Houston Rockets of the NBA, the NFL's Philadelphia Eagles and the Boston Red Sox. He also enjoys spending time on his uncle's fishing boat where the two like to talk about, what else? fishing. But under his smile and quiet demeanor is a world hard for most to fathom. Josh's condition, a degenerative nervous system disease known as leukodystrophy, often makes it hard for him to go to the bathroom unassisted or climb the steps inside his home. His hands shake so hard sometimes that if he were holding a glass of soda, the drink probably would spill all over his lap. As hard as it is to imagine, it's even harder for Josh, his mom, Rachael, and their family to live through day after day. Rachael has taken Josh to numerous doctors. Some of them are in awe of the rare condition, while others, including a doctor from The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, have traveled the world, to places like Amsterdam, where the majority of cases exist, just to learn more about leukodystrophy. Now, Rachael, along with her friends at the Tresckow Fire Co., are preparing for a benefit dart tournament, silent auction and bake sale to be held Sept. 13. They're hoping to raise enough money so that she can purchase a vehicle large enough to accommodate a power chair that Josh will receive next month, something he needs just to get around. His mother is hoping that the community can help by donating money or items that can be sold at the auction. "Right now, all this is for is to raise enough money for Josh so that I can get a van or a vehicle big enough for his chair. And what we're really looking for are food donations, like buns or pierogies, or items for the auction. Whatever anybody can give would be so appreciated, you have no idea," Rachael said. She explained that the disease has taken a lot out of Josh, whose life "used to revolve around the Freeland YMCA. Now he's forced to stay inside and can pretty much just play video games." Leukodystrophy comes in many forms and closely resembling multiple sclerosis, thus causing many victims to be misdiagnosed. The disease is a rare genetic disorder that affects the central nervous system by disrupting the growth or maintenance of the myelin, a fatty "white matter" that protects and insulates the body's nerve fibers. It's a progressive disease that usually gets worse as time goes on. There are about 70 documented cases of leukodystrophy worldwide, and as of now, there is no cure. "There are 34 different types of leukodystrophy, but Josh displays symptoms of all of them, so it's hard to pinpoint exactly which one he has," Rachael said. Josh began showing signs of the disease at age 4 but was not officially diagnosed until he was 10. All the while, Rachael has been taking Josh to doctors and specialists all over, causing the medical bills to mount and making it impossible to buy the van. "It's gotten so bad that we've actually moved in with my mother in Weatherly because she has a bathroom on the first floor, so Josh won't have to go upstairs. Sometimes, he has to crawl on his hands and knees if he has to go to the bathroom, it's been so bad lately. It's just very difficult," Rachael said. To help ease the family's financial burden, a special account has been set up at Bank of America, where anyone can make a monetary donation to the Joshua Michael Rusnock Medical Fund. Donations can be made at any Bank of America branch, and Rachael said all are appreciated. Josh's mom and other siblings, brother John, 15, and twin stepbrothers Trevor and Derek Remak, and his other relatives hope that spreading the word about leukodystrophy will help others who might be experiencing similar health issues but do not know they have the disease. "I just want to help spread the word because it's very possible that someone else might have this and not know it," Rachael said. "Like I said, it took Josh's doctors a long time to figure out what it was and I'm thinking that there might be others out there who are suffering the same way Josh is, and might be diagnosed with something else because a doctor is unfamiliar with leukodystrophy. I just don't want anyone to have to go through this." Anyone interested in donating toward the Sept. 13 benefit can contact Jennifer Coxe at 570-427-3329 or by e-mail at jen3329@verizon.net. Donations can also be made by calling the Tresckow Fire Hall at 570- 455-5701. bmaso@standradspeaker.com Bobby Maso Standard Speaker Newspaper 21 North Wyoming Street, Hazleton, Pa. 18201 570-455-3636 Ext. 3588 bmaso@standardspeaker.com Click here for more information on Leukodystrophy >>> http://www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/leukodystrophy/leukodystrophy.htm Events coming up for Josh; CHINESE AUCTION & BAKE SALE 9:00 am to 5:00 pm To make a donation contact Jennifer Coxe @ 570-427-3329 DART TOURNAMENT Teams are still needed Registration at 11:00 Contact Rich Contrady 570-455-5701 To benefit Joshua Rusnock Saturday, September 13th, 2008 Treskow Fire Hall 26 East Oak Street, Treskow A variety of food will be available for purchase. Fri, 12 Sep 2008 11:33:33 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/331977 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/331977 The Ravens are expected to sign veteran (and former Pro Bowl) offensive tackle Willie Anderson today after he worked out with the team and met with team leaders yesterday. Anderson spent the first part of his career with the Cincinnati Bengals, but lost his starting job this preseason and refused to take a pay cut. [...] Fri, 05 Sep 2008 10:35:44 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/318971 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/318971 Jason Brown is an offensive lineman for the Baltimore Ravens, but apparently he wishes he was on American Idol instead of in the NFL. As the saying goes, he shouldn't quit his day job. I gave Brown the benefit of the doubt and said the stereo system made him sound like crap until I found out [...] Wed, 03 Sep 2008 10:11:19 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/317673 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/317673 Jason Brown is an offensive lineman for the Baltimore Ravens, but apparently he wishes he was on American Idol instead of in the NFL. As the saying goes, he shouldn’t quit his day job. I gave Brown the benefit of the doubt and said the stereo system made him sound like crap until I found out [...] Tue, 02 Sep 2008 19:04:53 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/317264 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/317264 There was a lot that could be said about last night?s final preseason game between Baltimore and Atlanta; non-descript, or boring come to mind. It certainly wasn?t an offensive eruption with several field goals and one score in the fading moments of the half providing all the scoring. But for Baltimore fans there were several positives to get out of watching last night?s contest. Joe Flacco made a fairly solid account of himself and looks to be penciled in as the starter for week one. He showed poise, threw a few nice balls and went 8 of 13 for 72 yards. The Ravens new de facto backup, Casey Bramlet, just signed off of waivers from the Chargers didn?t do that badly for someone who yesterday morning was unemployed. He tossed two picks but has familiarity with Cam Cameron?s offense. His fate with the team still rests on several questions still left unanswered. Kyle Boller looks to have a partially torn labrum and should go on the PUP list before the season begins. Troy Smith?s condition has actually worsened. He was admitted to the hospital and has lost thirteen pounds due to the infection. So even though Coach Harbaugh was quoted as saying that Flacco was a contender to the job and not yet give the title of starting quarterback I really can?t see any other decision being made. Other Points of Interest · The receiving corps was about at full strength as Mark Clayton looked sharp catching four passes for 38 yards and Demetrius Williams made his long awaited return to the slot position and caught a 22 yard gain over the middle. The production and health of these two are key to an improved attack for the club. · Reserve safety, Jim Leonhard had a solid outing nabbing a pick and providing decent output in the return game. It?s looking more and more like Edward Reed will not be ready for the home opener and it?s encouraging to see the play of Leonard, Tom Zbikowski and Haruki Nakamura could be helpful in filling the void. · The running combo or Ray Rice and Le?Ron McClain could be intriguing to watch. With Willis McGahee recovering from knee surgery and the knocks on him about being the three down back the team wants him to be, this could be an underrated alternative. · The offensive line wasn?t bad at all. It sounds bad typing that with such surprise attached to it but both Adam Terry and Jared Gaither returned to join what could a stalwart interior line and did a nice job in pass protection. · Just nine days away and it all counts for real. Are you ready for some football? Fri, 29 Aug 2008 13:47:42 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/315172 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/315172 The Ravens cut down to the 75-man limit is relatively painless since only five players are dismissed from the 80-man active roster.  It is the next roster cut by this Saturday that involves twenty-two players that is very painful. The following is one man's opinion on the final makeup of the 53-man squad: QUARTERBACKS (3) John Beck, Joe Flacco, Troy Smith (with Kyle Boller on injured reserve) RUNNING BACKS (6) Le'Ron McClain, Willis McGahee, Lorenzo Neal, Allen Patrick, Ray Rice, Corey Ivy (with PJ Daniels on injured reserve) WIDE RECEIVERS (5) Mark Clayton, Yamon Figurs, Derrick Mason, Marcus Smith, Demetrius Williams OFFENSIVE LINEMAN (8) Jason Brown, Chris Chester, Oniel Cousins, Jared Gaither, Ben Grubbs,  Mike Kracalik, Adam Terry, Marshal Yanda TIGHT ENDS (3) Adam Bergen, Todd Heap, Daniel Wilcox (with Quinn Sypniewski on injured reserve) DEFENSIVE LINEMAN (6) Justin Bannan, Marques Douglas, Amon Gordon, Kelly Gregg, Haloti Ngata, Trevor Price (with Dwan Edwards on injured reserve) LINEBACKERS (9) Brendon Ayanbadejo, Antwan Barnes, Tavares Gooden, Nick Greisen, Jarret Johnson, Ray Lewis, Bart Scott, Gary Stills, Terrell Suggs (with Prescott Burgess on injured reserve) DEFENSIVE BACKS (10) Corey Ivy, Dawan Landry, Jim Leonhard, Derrick Martin, Chris McAlister, Haruki Nakamura, Ed Reed, Samari Rolle, Fabian Washington, Tom Zbikowski KICKING TEAM (3) Matt Katula, Sam Koch, Matt Stover Thu, 28 Aug 2008 22:24:42 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/314836 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/314836 With only 16 days until the start of the season for the Purple and Black things should start to get at least semi-serious. Some things to watch as you watch the game. 1. Crowded Corner – Since last year saw injuries take the starting corners out of the picture and thus allowed the defense to get picked on like an ear of fresh Maryland corn. The team has brought in a host of players looking to fill the void. The main matchup to keep an eye on is between David Pittman, Derrick Martin, and Ronnie Prude. Martin is coming off a solid showing from last game but is questionable with a shoulder injury for tomorrow. Pittman has worked hard and adds bulk and as of now Prude may be the odd man out. But, that's why you compete on the field. 2. Troy Smith = Starting Quarterback? – I at least held this off to number two on the list. Coach Harbaugh has said that this doesn't mean that Smith is the starter but rather that they need to give him a longer look. This competition has broken down to presidential dimensions on the radio shows and blog networks, each side giving reasons why Smith or Boller should lead the offense. It's also fairly public that most of the team is behind Troy. In my view, it looks like Smith will get every opportunity to take the prize and he should be starting against the Bengals. 3. No ends on Tight Ends – Newest signee Adam Bergen had a respectable showing last time out and that's important as Todd Heap and Dan Wilcox have seen very limited action. We may also see backer Edgar Jones line up at a position he hasn't played since high school. That tells you how dire the situation is. 4. Hold that line! – The O-line has shown a certain Swiss cheese like consistency. But, there is a possibility Adam Terry will see some time against the Rams and the team is said to be talking with former, Titan, Ram, and Bear Fred Miller. 5. Terrell Suggs – The hybrid is back and should at least see 15 snaps tomorrow. He wants a major payday but coming off such a mediocre year he needs to impress this year. Will be return to T-Sizzle form or is he just T-Fizzle? Fri, 22 Aug 2008 11:38:57 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/311036 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/311036 Starting offensive tackle Adam Terry was carted off the field due to an apparent left ankle injury on Tuesday.  The extent of Terry's injury is unknown, but he had the same ankle surgically repaired in the offseason.  Terry's injury comes after starting left tackle Jared Gaither hurt his right ankle this past weekend. Wed, 30 Jul 2008 07:51:31 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/297924 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/297924 Starting offensive tackle Adam Terry was carted off the field due to an apparent left ankle injury on Tuesday.  The extent of Terry's injury is unknown, but he had the same ankle surgically repaired in the offseason.  Terry's injury comes after starting left tackle Jared Gaither hurt his right ankle this past weekend. Wed, 30 Jul 2008 07:51:31 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/297924 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/297924