J. Kyle Braid was a Sophomore-one of few starters on the varsity football team. During practice, a well-meaning coach told the 16-year old to get bigger, stronger, and faster "no matter what it takes." After several months of secretly using anabolic steroids-which can cause uncharacteristic aggressiveness, depression, and manic mood swings-Kyle, impulsively, took his own life. Kyle, as he was known to everyone, was dedicated to putting a smile on people's faces and laughter in their hearts.
As an only child, he was raised in a loving household with two parents who taught him good values and high standards.
The Foundation was started by family and friends who recognized that if a tragedy like this could happen in the Braid family, then all of our children are fragile-and at risk. Everyone associated with the Foundation is dedicated to helping young adults develop a balance between their family, friends, school, athletics, and their God-no matter what it takes.
