Dr. Gerald Woods, medical director of Camp Courage, was selected by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City (Blue KC) and the Chiefs as the Blue KC Chiefs Kingdom Champion for the September 17, 2017, game against the Philadelphia Eagles. Dr. Woods conducted the ceremonial first pass to Larry Marshall and was recognized on the field prior to kickoff.
Sponsored by Turning Point Center for Hope and Healing, Camp Courage is a five-day, four-night camp for kids with sickle cell disease that allows them to have a summer camp experience while learning about the condition and connecting with others who share in their challenges.