My Wish: Andrew Meets the Colorado Rockies

Andrew faces daily challenges from his Bardet-Biedl syndrome. He looks up to Todd Helton, a slugger on the Colorado Rockies. Physical limitations hinder his ability to play baseball, but he pushes himself to run the bases, and gets his wish granted to be a Colorado Rocky.
"My Wish" is a collaborative effort with Make-A-Wish that chronicles the granting of unique sports-related wishes for children with life-threatening medical conditions.
Make-A-Wish® grants the wish of a child diagnosed with a life-threatening medical condition in the United States and its territories, on average, every 38 minutes. We believe that a wish experience can be a game-changer. This one belief guides us. It inspires us to grant wishes that change the lives of the kids we serve.
Learn more about how you can help grant wishes at wish.org

[@redirecords]

My brother Andrew was the greatest. So much pain, only thing he ever took was aleve. There's no more pain where he is now. I'm so happy he got his wish granted. Make a wish is one of the best organizations out there. I.H.S. was the company that funded my little bro's wish. Thank-you to them and to Make A Wish. Forever in my heart brother

[@jayramirez7855]

Rest in paradise I’m sorry for the loss of your brother

[@michaelblackjrxiv6400]

I feel your pain I lost my Grandma

[@scottm.842]

Your brother was a brave young man. I seen this story back in 2006 and I remember being a 20 year old balling my eyes out at 6am watching it. I still think about your brother to this day and how he made me a better person and showed me other people have it way worse than I do and still have the best outlooks on life. Your brother is in heaven now. I wish I could have 1/10 of the courage and strength he did. God bless him.

[@jpotts1515gaming]

RIP Andrew Pointer (1994-2009) :( May you play baseball with the Lord using your healed heavenly body. Amen

[@cpmffeilberg4970]

Now I'm really crying. Reading he didn't make it.😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@goof_yo]

R.I.P.

[@Zogie33]

😔

[@judehuether9570]

Did he actually die

[@StevenP727]

Hitting grand slams winning the world series in game 7 god bless R.I.P.

[@kennethriley377]

RIP Andrew! The world loves you! You will never miss a baseball game watching from heaven buddy!

[@ACK55555]

I grew up with this kid. I stayed in with him on countless recesses. RIP Andy.

[@theprairierosechronicles5407]

We miss him here at school. RIP Andy.

[@kingtimotio229]

Wait he went to your school

[@theprairierosechronicles5407]

King Timotio Yes, he did.🙏🙏🙏

[@kingtimotio229]

Oh what was it like having him at your school

[@Markb2477]

Very sad this young man passed away. It was great that the Rockies helped grant him his wish. I found the obituary for him. Andrew Keith "Andy" Pointer, 14, of Gillette, Wyo., died Friday, Sept. 18, 2009, due to complications from numerous health issues. He was born Oct. 10, 1994, in Sheridan, Wyo., to Kent and Sue Pointer. He attended Pronghorn and Wagonwheel elementary schools in Gillette and was a freshman at Twin Spruce Junior High School at the time of his death. He was honored to help the coaches of the Twin Spruce wrestling team, was thrilled to be part of a school sports team and was excited when he was part of a trophy ceremony with them. Andy was a Camel and Roughrider baseball fan, always had a portable radio tuned to a local sports team and loved all the Denver sports teams, especially the Colorado Rockies. In June 2006, the Rockies granted him a "Make-a Wish," where he signed a rookie contract with the team and lived his lifelong dream of becoming a Colorado Rockie. As Number 15, he hit T-balls at Coors Field with Todd Helton. Pre-game, he joined Clint Hurdle and all of his Rockies teammates in the clubhouse. At home, he loved to hit T-balls for his dog, Daisy. He also loved playing games with his family and playing Xbox. Survivors include his parents, a brother, Joshua, and a sister, Leslie, all of Gillette; and his grandparents, Floyd and Glenda Pointer of Holcomb, and Dorothy Edwards of Sterling, Colo. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, John Edwards

[@Markb2477]

Yes, I looked up his name and sadly he passed away

[@Nick-yl8qw]

This really is beautiful good work Todd Helton and the Rockies for giving Andrew a day he will never forget

[@maxrobinson9553]

RIP Little man, hit some homers up there!

[@benjaminabke5474]

Max Robin

[@Beezy001]

how do you know he passed away

[@maxrobinson9553]

Sean Ballard Just search his name on Google and you'll find his obituary.

[@chefcook09]

Someday he’ll help Rockies to win their first World Series in the future.

[@BinaryTechnique]

God bless from a cubs fan in Israel

[@mrhufflepuff6443]

God bless you Andrew!! I'm disabled myself and I use my favourite football (Soccer if you're American) team Chelsea FC as well as my sporting idol and Chelsea legend Frank Lampard as inspiration to achieve some of my every day targets May God give you and your family the strength to achieve yours.

[@PioneerPA]

I don’t know precisely why, but this one has stuck with me from all the wonderful stories told through this series. The love and pride of the family and the fighting spirit of a child who persevered through not letting a terrible disease fully rob him of the joy and innocence of sports at his age are inspiring. I know Andrew has passed, but that young man left a mark on all who have watched this story. Thank you, Andrew. Every kid likes the slugger on his favorite team growing up. I’m sure Todd Helton remembers this day fondly.

[@baranduyn]

What a great family. I think Andy's sister was happier for him than anyone. And what a great bunch of guys. God bless Andy's family. He's blessed; he's playing ball with the greats right now.

[@LucidDream]

Good choice of player. I grew up watching Todd Helton, being from Knoxville. He went to Central HS here in Knox and then stayed to go to college here. Me and my dad used to go watch him play and he was my favorite player. Even got the opportunity to be trained by him a bit during the baseball seminars they held at the time for kids interested in baseball. Now he's back here as a player development guy. Love having him back in Knox, outstanding guy. Also, r.i.p to Andrew. Unfortunate you were taken so soon from us.

[@aklestinec]

This kid is such a sweetheart. He wants to run the bases when he hits the ball. Such a great kid. I love to see these kids, for one day at least out of their whole lives of pain, have a big smile on their faces. This disease he has sounds terrible. God bless ya kid. Not many people have that type of strength to just wake up and do what he does every day.

[@nicholasstevenson8356]

Its sad to see that some kids cant do what they wished for because something could go terribly wrong. But seeing all these kids from MyWish and all the other kids that are having troubles like this, never give up on your dreams. God set you on this planet to do what you want to accomplish. The possibilities are endless!!! :)

[@mikeman8129]

what heartless monsters could dislike this video

[@eastonbruscato4887]

mikeman8129 there are some evil people in this world

[@brianparent8901]

Poor Andrew, this one really makes me hurt and cry. If anyone deserves a special wish, it is this kid Andrew. God Bless him.

[@ralph4720]

I remember seeing 11 year ago I remember Andrew because I'm a red sox but at that time was Todd Helton my favorite player in MLB 🙏

[@grannietatertot3508]

Although the rockies are not very good, they still have on of the best fan bases and some of the nicest players in the entire mlb. GO ROX and GO Andrew!!!!!

[@mendo1738]

Grannie TaterTot Yeah but they are doing great this year happily from Colorado Springs

[@jrv5111]

This made me cry

[@canyontritt4488]

Really? I laughed my ass off.

[@canyontritt4488]

It made me laugh

[@danielquiroz4802]

Canyon Tritt what was funny ?

[@michaelpagano7819]

@@canyontritt4488 how was it funny?

[@patzacherson]

GO ROCKIES!!!! GO ANDREW!

[@AllThingsRockies]

this is why TODD HELTON IS THE BEST, he can make a kid smile

[@madelineoneil7978]

I've seen a lot of the My Wish episodes. this one is the only one that brought me to tears. he was a great hitter and will always be in our hearts

[@TheStevelxa476]

This story really touched me when it aired in 2006, and then this morning I decided to follow up on it and found out that Andrew passed away back in 2009. Definitely heart breaking.

[@cameroncox1345]

Amazing and touching video. Andrew I hope the Lord God and Jesus heal your body!!!

[@michelemay7527]

Yes please

[@aledrummer925]

+Cameron Cox he passed away in 2009 sadly:( RIP

[@HustonRaiding]

+Alejandro Marin stfu stop lying

[@stevo1043]

+Huston he's not lying, he actually did pass away. I just looked it up

[@pete9941]

www.twitch.tv/r6huston look it up

[@jeffwagoner6475]

Andy=Heart...miss you, Coach!

[@irmamacle]

R.I.P. He will always be a Rockie

[@rochelfan]

Born Okt, 10, 1994 and lived till Sept, 18, 2009 R.I.P. Andy

[@ace1060]

Make-A-Wish is such a fantastic organization...it's so great to see people come together for kids who really need it!

[@ukrhro5058]

... the passion he shows when hits the ball is just inspiring. RIP Andrew

[@ethanarnold0524]

It made me cry when he said "am I hitting it hard enough"

[@_Heffy_]

This kid is so pure, you will be missed R.I.P Andrew😭

[@buytheredcar]

so sorry Andrew passed. What a moment for him though. Love Make a Wish and RIP Andrew.

[@chefcook09]

RIP Andrew Pointer I hope you keep hitting all the home runs and help the Rockies to win their first World Series.

[@CG-hm7yo]

RIP buddy, glad you now cured

[@NYFan1692]

I've seen all the "My Wish" episodes. They're all touching but this is the only one to get me to cry.

[@stevenrodriguez8788]

Great story. Rip Andy. Stuff like this just makes me feel blessed and glad that their is hope for people with illnesses

[@amoon4u1]

:( sooooo SAD he is a inspiration....GOD bless him... and sometimes we complaint about stupid stuff in life

[@dilloncoronado9191]

I hope you get better Andrew and go Helton and the rest of the Colorado Rockies.

[@chefcook09]

Bless his soul. White Sox fan from Chicago. Keep hitting HR in heaven.

[@coloradogal100]

what a class act todd is!!!!!!

[@tylorthompson5445]

What's that mean

[@jamesmoldenhauer7369]

I wish i could understand why this happens.....RIP Andrew.

[@carvellthedon]

What are you talking about

[@canyontritt4488]

@@carvellthedon he died idiot

[@schuylerchandler1567]

Beautiful! My two cousins have BBS. the 13 year old went to Orlando for Disney and soon my five year old cousins will have his make a wish done❤️

[@iFlyGolden]

i still remembering watching this back in 06. todd is a great guy

[@Markb2477]

Andrew Keith "Andy" Pointer who fought many battles will be remembered by many. Oct. 10, 1994-Sept. 18, 2009. He is the greatest hitter in the heavens.

[@matthewharfman3782]

It was so special when he says am I hitting it hard enough ? And Todd was so nice

[@rebeccamccready1135]

I’m in tears watching this very powerful story I love that boy so much ♥️

[@canyontritt4488]

Yah, hes dead.

[@baseballfan9042]

never mind he's happy and im happy

[@canyontritt4488]

Your happy and he's dead

[@1DbriLIAM]

This little boy is sooooo cute! So glad he got his dream to come true :,)

[@coloradogal100]

this is why i love the rockies. class act all the way.

[@canyontritt4488]

3:54 I'm so sorry, I really am but the way he said baseball player I lost it.😂. He just has the funniest tone.😂.

[@tyleroslage7360]

Hope for the family

[@guitargod3434]

Todd Helton is a really nice guy

[@CH-nl3oo]

What a sweet kid and great family

[@walkerhays8424]

God's not dead

[@MichaelPerez-he3sf]

true

[@cpmffeilberg4970]

Amen

[@shaybird45]

Im so happy he got to see our Rockies make that magical run to the 2007 world series.

[@paulaylward5565]

Great work keep it up buddy

[@jakeybbll2000]

Makes me smile RIP andrew

[@Ace-3.]

God bless everyone and have a good day

[@drewjabaley7022]

those kinds of stories make me feel so happy!!!!!!

[@WTFlurks]

So adorable!

[@donny1685]

So sad that he had to pass away so young but he is up there having a beautiful life now I’m sure we all know that

[@mariotesla]

That ups man was awesome God bless

[@hsplayerguy00]

RIP Andy, you will always be my favorite baseball player

[@WINner9224]

absolutely adorable kid

[@johnruger8365]

Beautiful, absolutely beautiful.

[@pattyos32]

Amazing!

[@odbreezy21]

I cried so much RIP

[@Redacreative]

Smiling the entire video had tears in my eyes

[@koropoklover]

heart of a lion. God bless him and his family

[@kfinnegan70]

Because they didn't get the chance to meet the Rockies like this awesome child

[@AnthonyD1986]

Damn... I'm not even a fan of baseball. This got me all choked up. When he said I can hit for you tonight that was great. Best of luck to this kid and this player for taking the time out to bring this kid his wish. This damn make a wish gets me choked up every time I watch lol. You guys are great for what you're doing for these kids. I would love to get involved in helping somehow.

[@naluboi]

This is awesome

[@BlastinAdrian]

RIP Andrew!

[@goof_yo]

R.I.P.

[@coloradogal100]

i bet he is hittinjg grand slams in heaven. rip sweet boy.

[@WumboBubbleBass]

i hope he turns out ok ill keep him in my prayers

[@tstarr17]

He can play for the Rockies! I bet he'd be a great pitcher! Hopefully he's doing good now. Good kid

[@SmartAleckVids]

How could somebody dislike this? Sick people these days...

[@GetsGlad]

No matter how good you are, your love for the game is what really counts ;*)

[@williamlobur6181]

GODSPEED young man 🙏

[@Gobaseballorgohome]

I had 3 holes in my heart when I was born and I had a lot of surgeries but I didn't get to meet my fav player

[@tatiyanarhodes1772]

R.i.p ❤️🙏❤️🙏

[@cherylhamilton9869]

my favorite video

[@phirephoenix270]

Good for him

[@loganmclarry]

OK, now I'm crying.

[@eddiemoodie5753]

This made me Tear a little.

[@brandonhiggins8010]

Eddie Moodie i know right

[@ChaseRobertsTN]

RIP Andy youre probably hitting home runs up in heaven

[@goseahawks7472]

wish him get well soon

[@austinalemania228]

He sadly passed away in 2009 😭😭

[@goseahawks7472]

+Playa 123 I'm sorry for your lost

[@destinykrueger6634]

Damn onions 😥

[@MrLhondros]

this kid rocks at ball

[@cameroncox1345]

Amen

[@ngcolby]

how the hell do you dislike this? fricken dusty in here...

[@scottparsons2031]

Beautiful young man now dancing on streets of gold

[@JustinVerlander35]

Not me, I think it's badass what the players do for the kids. Class acts.

[@daddy9406]

7:18 really made me happ

[@naluboi]

Stay strong bud !

[@RedExplosion]

Kainalu Ah Chong Sadly If You Didnt Know The Boy Died

[@Mikeyprovenghi]

RIP

[@sethdavila7000]

Lol my name is Jeff best moment

[@jacobday7123]

That's very nice