Teenage Cancer Warrior Becomes Honorary Illini Cheerleader

Teenage Cancer Warrior Becomes Honorary Illini Cheerleader

November 12, 2017 | Football, General, Cheerleading

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13 year-old Elizabeth Weidner was diagnosed nearly two years ago with stage four Neuroblastoma cancer. On Saturday, she became an honorary #Illini cheerleader.

Her parents say Weidner's love of the sport -- and the college -- runs deep.

"From the time she was little she had a U of I cheerleading uniform."

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