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Friday, April 22, 1988 / University Daily Kansan
Leaper
Continued from p. 1
Olympics
Last summer, he won his first gold medal playing outfield for the softball team at the International Special Olympics in South Bend, Ind.
After Williams won his medal, the KU Athletic Department gave him a plaque, honoring his performance.
"Everyone associated with this department understands how much Leaper cares about KU," Brown said. "He's a good friend to everyone and fun to be around. I'm just sorry he is not eligible. He's a pretty good shot."
Leaper attributes his success in athletics to his intense training. He says he runs and lifts weights daily. His unyielding determination and effusively positive attitude have also had something to do with his success.
"I just go out there and play hard," he said. "I try my best at everything I do."
His best has been enough. He has
become a legend within the Athletic Department and an inspiration to his friends and family.
"Leaper is my hero," said Sean Williams, Leaper's brother. "When I introduce myself as Leeper's light up it, light up it." It makes me feel good."
Making people feel good is one of Leaper's talents. He can remember names and faces after just one meeting. According to several of his friends, there isn't a mascot, athlete or coach on any high school, college or professional team that Leeper cannot name.
"Mentally handicapped people usually have a special talent," Sean Williams said. "Todd happens to have a photographic memory when it comes to names. Tedd would say his name is John, and he would not. But actually his very special talent is people. Leaper has a great love for people."
Kansan Fact:
Every weekday over 65% of KU students read the Kansan.
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