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Buffalo Bills fans are determined to make it right, after kicker Tyler Bass missed a game-tying field goal and online bullying led him to deactivate his social media accounts.
But Ten Lives Club, a no-kill cat rescue and shelter in Erie County, N.Y., is determined to support the athlete. In the last two days, the organization has raised more than $100,000 in Bass’s honor, they say.
The rescue is encouraging fans to donate $22 in recognition of Bass’s No. 2 jersey.
The “wide right” field goal had Bills fans flashing on another devastating moment in franchise history.
In 1991, Bills kicker Scott Norwood missed a 47-yarder with the same unfortunate trajectory — which cost the club a championship in Super Bowl XXV.
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“It’s completely on me,” hetold reporters. “I’ve got to do a better job of getting through to my target. I’ve got to do a better job of playing it a little bit more left when you have a left to right [wind]. I’ve been here long enough to know that you have to do that.”
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For Ten Lives Club, however, Bass has already made a lasting impact.
“We are so grateful to everyone for their support and for having Tyler’s back,” LaRussa says. “We hope this brings him a smile knowing what a difference he is making.”
source: people.com
