Tulsa: Feature story on Derek Mason, Turner Cockrell

[BrentVU]

...For a family in Acworth, Mason’s most profound mark came not as a coach in 2018, but as a presence for their dying son, forging a connection that has not since faded.

“He has children and they have their own stories,” Noelle says. “But first and foremost, coach Mason was a dad and parent when we needed him. He showed up for us when we needed someone to show up for us.”


Most Vandy fans know this story by now, but I'm glad the Tulsa World finally gave it some ink...

Tulsa: "He showed up for us": OSU DC Derek Mason, a Vanderbilt tight end and a lasting connection (by Eli Lederman)
https://tulsaworld.com/sports/college/o ... 4f58c.html

[shelbz75]

This is well worth taking some time to read.

[secchamp]

Great story! I don't think you'll find a better person than Coach Mason. I wish him nothing but the best.