California man is 1st athlete with cerebral palsy to sign deal with Nike

Thursday, October 11, 2018
SANTA CLARITA, California -- A California man is breaking barriers, becoming the first athlete with cerebral palsy to sign a pro contract with Nike.

Justin Gallegos now goes to the University of Oregon and is in the school's running club.
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He's making history as the first athlete with cerebral palsy to seal a deal with Nike.

Gallegos got the news about the three-year contract after a recent race. The emotional moment was caught on camera.

Gallegos, who once wore leg braces, called the contract proof that there's no such thing as a disability.
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