Pioneers Sign 13-Year-Old Soccer Star

DENVER (CBS4) – The University of Denver Pioneers added a new star to their soccer team on Friday, and he's only 13 years old.

A DU Soccer player welcomes new addition Ben Brewer (credit: CBS)

Ben Brewer was signed this season by the men's soccer team. He's been battling cancer since he was 2 years old -- unfortunately with several relapses that have required more chemo, radiation and surgeries along the way.

Ben Brewer (credit: CBS)

Brewer matched with the Pioneers through a program called Team Impact that pairs courageous children with college sports programs.

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LINK: Team IMPACT

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