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newracer
02-27-2011, 10:13
I just wanted to share this story. This kid is basically my nephew, not by blood but my sister in law and brother in law took him in and let him stay at their house through high school and he has been considered a part of the family ever since.


http://www.postindependent.com/article/20110227/VALLEYNEWS/110229892/1083&ParentProfile=1074
ronaldrwl
02-27-2011, 10:26
Best wishes and my admiration to a Mighty Bear.
Troublco
02-27-2011, 10:56
That is awesome. What a terrific story; and what a great attitude. He's the sort of young person that gives you hope for the future.
sniper7
02-27-2011, 11:56
I hope he recovers quickly! tell him thank you for his service and sacrifice and even though it may not seem like it at times, there are lots of us out there who truly appreciate it!
Mazin
02-27-2011, 12:06
I hope he recovers quickly! tell him thank you for his service and sacrifice and even though it may not seem like it at times, there are lots of us out there who truly appreciate it!

+1
2008f450
02-27-2011, 12:24
I hope he recovers quickly! tell him thank you for his service and sacrifice and even though it may not seem like it at times, there are lots of us out there who truly appreciate it!


+1 A big Thank You from me and mine
Big Wall
02-27-2011, 13:19
This is a great story! All my good thoughts are sent to him and his family.
Bailey Guns
02-27-2011, 15:07
Another straight up, genuine, Grade "A" American Hero. I'm simply in awe of Ryan and all of the others just like him who silently serve our country every day.

Thanks, Ryan, for helping to provide the freedoms that I enjoy.
StagLefty
02-27-2011, 16:02
Best wishes on a complete rehab and Thank You !! [Beer]
Aloha_Shooter
02-27-2011, 17:32
I was sorry to read your nephew lost his leg but Bravo Zulu for his courage and his attitude. We need more Americans like him.
newracer
02-27-2011, 21:02
I will forward him this thread so he can read all of your responses. I am amazed on how fast he is progressing with his recovery, unfortunately I think it is partially due to there being a lot of guys with this type of injury so they are very good at treatment.
Bailey Guns
02-27-2011, 22:08
I will forward him this thread so he can read all of your responses. I am amazed on how fast he is progressing with his recovery, unfortunately I think it is partially due to there being a lot of guys with this type of injury so they are very good at treatment.

You could be right. But every dark cloud has a silver lining.
Byte Stryke
02-28-2011, 11:16
God Bless and a Speedy Recovery
BigBear
02-28-2011, 11:23
+1. Amen. Sounds like a wonderful young man. Thank you for your service. Salute.
newracer
03-10-2011, 15:44
I sent Ryan a link to this thread. He thanks all of you for the support. He received his "running leg" today and is anxious to get out with it.
theGinsue
03-10-2011, 18:35
What an amazing young man. It sounds like he will be just fine with his positive attitude and his outstanding character.

I wish him the best of luck.
glenncal1
03-11-2011, 14:02
I will buy the beer if he comes to Denver for a visit.

Thank you young man. [Beer]
newracer
08-29-2012, 08:43
Update

Ryan is doing well. He is working at the US Open this week.

http://www.nydailynews.com/u-s-open-ballperson-ryan-mcintosh-leads-normal-life-afghanistan-tragedy-2010-article-1.1146838?pmSlide=0
birddog
08-29-2012, 08:53
We need more people like him. Thanks for the story
DD977GM2
08-29-2012, 08:55
Thank him for his dedication and service to this Great Nation and providing me and my family with our freedoms [Marine]
Chad4000
08-29-2012, 09:13
wow.... Im sorry to hear this.. thank him for me too..
ChadAmberg
08-29-2012, 09:29
I know things will be tough, but that's a great story. Thanks for his service.
BPTactical
08-29-2012, 09:38
No words written or spoken can ever illustrate the respect and thanks to our vets.
[Beer]
fairrpe86
08-29-2012, 22:42
Wow, what an awesome story! I had no idea this had happened. Small world, I graduated from high school with his wife and wrestled with her younger brother for two years. Thanks for your service Ryan
MCarp71
08-30-2012, 08:15
I hope he recovers quickly! tell him thank you for his service and sacrifice and even though it may not seem like it at times, there are lots of us out there who truly appreciate it!

+1, Thank you Brother!
newracer
08-30-2012, 20:51
some video from ESPN

http://espn.go.com/video/clip?id=8314970
newracer
09-03-2015, 14:46
Another update on Ryan, he is at the US Open once again this year. He will be moving back to Colorado soon, going to be stationed at Fort Carson.

This is video of him messing around with the hosts of Fox and Friends showing them how to work the court.
http://insider.foxnews.com/2015/09/02/wounded-warrior-ballboy-ryan-mcintosh-back-again-us-open

Interview of him.
http://video.foxnews.com/v/4458979726001/after-the-show-show-wounded-warrior-ryan-mcintosh/?#sp=show-clips
newracer
10-26-2018, 08:40
Another update. Ryan is doing well. Him and his family now live in UT and he is competing in archery in the Invictus Games.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/151514738289478/?ref=bookmarks
GilpinGuy
10-26-2018, 14:54
Awesome! Good luck to him!
Gman
10-26-2018, 15:26
Keep on keepin' on!
newracer
11-06-2020, 11:31
Another update. Ryan is still doing awesome and will be retiring soon. He is now also working with a couple of nonprofit groups. He is featured in this PSA.

https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=401511194362742
Bailey Guns
11-06-2020, 15:38
There couldn't have been a better time for this update on Ryan's fantastic story. I appreciate everything this young man has done. Even now, with all the turmoil of the virus, social unrest, election issues, etc, he offers me hope and he doesn't even know it. Thanks for the update. I sincerely with Ryan the best in everything he does.