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Ky Donnelly overcomes adversity to excel in football at Greenville Christian

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 1:47 AM

Last updated Aug 7, 2026

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Summary

Ky Donnelly, a sophomore at Greenville Christian School, reflects on his challenging journey from adoption in Indianapolis to facing personal loss. After his father's death and his mother's cancer diagnosis, Donnelly found solace in faith and football, which helped him build friendships and integrate into his new school. With guidance from teammates, he is now focused on improving his game and continuing his recovery through the sport.

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By the Numbers

•Ky Donnelly adopted at one year old after being born to a single mother.
•His father died unexpectedly when Donnelly was young.
•After losing his mother to cancer in 2023, Donnelly turned to faith.
•He embraces football as a key part of his recovery and integration.
•Donnelly aims to model his game after upperclassman Owen Pittsinger.

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What they're saying

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Greenville Christian defensive end and running back Ky Donnelly has already lived a lifetime well beyond the years of other kids his age. Born in Indianapolis to a single teen mother, Donnelly was put up for adoption at just a year old and brought into the home of Keith and Mary Donnelly. Donnelly said that when he was growing up he didn’t have much of an interest in sports like other boys his ...
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