Popular coach has dream fulfilled with a surprise from a Secret Santa

[@paulwhite2533]

Dave, I cannot imagine how difficult it is to make those flies. You and your parents fight through adversity on a daily basis. You're the kind of person I genuinely look to for inspiration, especially when I am having what I think is a bad day. I salute you, Sir.

[@marilynvallance]

Puts small life problems into perspective.

[@maryjarrell5824]

I totally agree! You are what young people & all of us to know if there is a will there IS A WAY! Merry CHRISTmas DAVE & FAMILY!!

[@kennymackie4518]

I see now, why it takes several days to make a fly, wow!! Very patient man!

[@avrilbowler8755]

So many people whine about their lives when very small things have gone wrong. Here is a family of heroes who are coping with living to serve others after a life changing accident. I salute them.

[@Jerseybaby19]

What's tying flies? In the UK so I've no idea 🤯🤣

[@infotime9151]

This is one of the best programs ever. Thank you Secret Santa for helping so many people.

[@davehansen4898]

So thankful for this program

[@Justthollyy]

This gift is going to change his life forever. Such a thoughtful gift.

[@davehansen4898]

It truly is❤

[@pamlove421]

Dear Secret Santa, Your blessings to the folks in Idaho reverberate around the world! Thank You Secret Santa. 👍❤💥☃️🎄🤶🎅💕

[@maryjarrell5824]

ABSOLUTELY!

[@jenniferjames7786]

Yes they do!

[@pamlove421]

I would imagine Secret Santa watches these videos somewhere, but I wonder if they realize the impact their kindness has on pretty much everyone who watches worldwide. The Secret Santa comments are the only place to read comments that are 100% kind. No bashing, just love for your fellow man. Thanks Secret Santa! ❤🎅🤶

[@davehansen4898]

I hope they know how appreciated they are

[@MadderMel]

Indeed !! I'm from Fishponds a suburb of Bristol in England !!

[@jessicaqu]

It’s fun to watch folks who don’t show much emotion on camera but always follow up with a note of appreciation.

[@davehansen4898]

Cameras have a tendency to get me quiet or flustered 😅 I was definitely touched to the core though❤

[@jjellybelmo4]

This guy is a huge inspiration.

[@davehansen4898]

Thank you ❤️

[@isisemkeb]

What an awesome guy. Nothing is stopping him from what he wants or wants to do. I am not sure to have this courage, guts and determination au he does. Someone to look up to.

[@davehansen4898]

Thank you Michelle ❤️

[@barbthomas4492]

God Bless Dave, his parents and the Secret Santa! And hats off to Nate and his team of elves!

[@davehansen4898]

Amen! And ditto to saluting Nate and his team

[@torylester3359]

I don't know how this guy is still single! He seems so rich with character and humbleness, and full of love for life. And loves kids!!!! Prayers for our Lord's blessings upon him!

[@metropcs7560]

These testamonies are so healing for me to trust God no matter what!!! All things are possible to him that believe on His name!!! I lost another son last December in an accident. This season is a season of Praise, that I am healing. All of my Sons were close. These videos help me so much!!! God bless!!!

[@cynthiamgrooms8195]

Sooo sorry for your losses. I lost my eldest daughter @16.5 years old, closing in on 24 years ago. I cannot fathom marching on losing even More, but know we Must, with God’s promise of being reunited one day.🙏

[@kariay50]

My condolences🙏 May the Lord continue to heal you and give you strength.

[@kariay50]

@@cynthiamgrooms8195 My condolences🙏🌈. God bless you

[@metropcs7560]

@@cynthiamgrooms8195 Thank you so much!!!

[@metropcs7560]

@@kariay50 Thank you so much.

[@ms.one-town901]

What a well deserved blessing for a such a caring young man! God bless him! 🙏🏾

[@ManyfiresWoman]

So very very happy for him. That all-terrain wheelchair will let him do something that he really enjoys (besides coaching)...fishing. Blessings on him, his family, East Idaho News ELVES and most especially to Secret Santa who made a dream of this young man come true!

[@je9337]

As a retired RN who's taken care of numerous quadriplegic individuals, we've come a long way! In the 1960's, many spent the majority of their lives in a bed.... Wow! Now they can lead happy, fulfilling life! Amen God!!

[@LilJeepgirl81]

What a sweet family and young man. Wish him luck with his new chair, and adventures ahead!

[@thaddydaddy30]

I have to say, I've only ever driven through East Idaho as a very small boy. I follow this channel for the santa stories. I'm much older now and have been looking to relocate for sometime and Nate and his crew have made me start thinking of East Idaho. These stories remind me of a time when there was some semblance of community. I've long not experienced that. Idaho seems to hold onto that. Maybe I'm wrong but Idaho seems to hold something that many of us have forgot.

[@nicklager1666]

you can just tell from the photos and his gaze that this is a man that oozes spirit and dedication. If he sets his mind to something he will see it through and help others to do the same. Im in awe of our recipients this year Secret Santa they are all excellent examples of the Idahoan community.

[@blazefairchild465]

Cogratulation Dave & family !

[@sandgroper1970]

Respect, mentoring and coaching/ training the kids in athletics / cross country. Even though he is now a quadriplegic. Those children are definitely going to remember him long after they leave the school and the area.

[@marys3127]

Yes indeed, I was going to post the same thing but you said it so well!

[@lynda6585]

Yes...the lessons he leaves with them..they can do anything with correct mindset.😀

[@susiex6669]

Dave seems like the nicest guy, a real blessing to his community. I hope he is now able to go fishing, something I used to do with my dad when I was a kid. This segment brings back nice memories. Im so glad that during the holiday season, instead of celebrating pointless consumerism, Secret Santa and the East Idaho News staff go out of their way to give gifts with real meaning that better the lives of the recipients. No matter how small the gesture, if you are being kind and helping someone else, that is a blessing and the true meaning of Christmas! :))

[@davehansen4898]

What a special work they do! I'm so thankful ❤ I will definitely be fishing in it

[@jenniferthreatt8455]

I also love sports and played him and love his family and how great they are .

[@scarlettmauner475]

Secret santa is such a blessing. He is changing these people’s entire lives and I hope he knows how amazing he is.

[@davehansen4898]

I hope he does as well. So thankful!

[@rnupnorthbrrrsm6123]

Again secret Santa, you have me in tears !!!!! Thank you is so small, but THANK YOU for helping these people, you are making a difference in the world and although I have no idea who you are, I love you ❤️ Blessings

[@davehansen4898]

Blessings indeed❤

[@fanatic26]

Got that man a daily driver AND a 4x4!

[@BatLB]

Having such a lifechanging event at 26 and ... continuing to move on , to live on, to be a part of a community and have an impact on others, that's real strength there. wish you the best man, you deserve it all.

[@muankimirokhum1365]

Good luck to all who read my comment....Merry christmas all of you..Tons of love for y'all

[@courtneesdad]

Merry Christmas 🎄

[@zacmonarch4845]

Aww man those flies that he ties, I bet you'd catch some nice trout or salmon on that. That's prize winning tying right there

[@davehansen4898]

Thanks Zac! I tie them for show but they'd catch Atlantic salmon or steelhead in the right circumstances

[@zacmonarch4845]

@@davehansen4898 Nice man. Im in Wisconsin and I'll get up on the north shore of lake Michigan every so often for salmon. Great fishing up here all round. Plenty of decent trout streams. But hey, keep that lost art going. My fat sausage fingers wouldn't stand a chance tying those

[@ms.cellaneous7458]

What a guy. I'm sure the kids he coaches really appreciate his dedication. He really deserves this gift from Secret Santa. So that's where you guys were going in the helicopter in the other video. I've been wondering. Merry Christmas!

[@kennymackie4518]

I watch that video on the Helicopter, they never landed, video ran out after 5 mins, I looked for part 2 “none”. So fix it Nate! 🎄

[@ms.cellaneous7458]

@@kennymackie4518 This video IS WHERE THEY LANDED! If you had listened to the lady when she opened the door, at point 2:21, she said, "That's what the helicopter was?" Then Nate replies, "That's what the helicopter was." Then at point 4:25 Nate says, "and we wanted an excuse to fly in the helicopter." So Nate has nothing to fix (as you put it). You, however, may need to "fix" your hearing or pay attention.🚁

[@davehansen4898]

Thank you ❤️

[@jimkoney2276]

Inner strength and a strong relationship with God seems to be the driving force of so many on the Secret Santa list.

[@marys3127]

From one cross country runner to another, way to go Dave! You have no idea HOW much your coaching and mentoring means to those kids!

[@loveforeignaccents]

What a wholesome, handsome, and handy young man! I hope he uses that five grand for his other needs/wants/desires though since Santa's second gift will be able to buy his entire new ATV wheelchair, without having to go through insurance! God bless him and his loving and devoted parents!

[@magicofshootingstar]

Well if you read the last part he needs everyday wheelchair too and will use the monet to that. If you don't understand why he needs two chairs, you can think it in a sense that would you use quad bike on snowmobile as your daily driver? Or take one on those inside of your home?

[@magicofshootingstar]

Quad bike or snowmobile, I meant. Not quad bike on snowmobile 😅

[@dianemoonstone4715]

Loveforeignaccents: It would've been great if he could have just used the $5k just for fun, but when you have a need for an absolute necessity, that $5k is a whole load off him and does provide for his peace of mind. He's such a class act and a wonderful human being, more blessings to him. 💕

[@dianemoonstone4715]

@@magicofshootingstar : Agree. 💕

[@rajl8890]

God bless everyone in this clip and the helicopter as well that facilitated this joyous sharing.

[@kariay50]

🙌🏻

[@markh9675]

Dave is amazing! There are lots of folks that would just give up on life after an accident like that. Look how beloved he is in his community! And, tying flies is actually pretty challenging for folks with fully functional hands. Not only does Dave do it, but he's a state fair winner to boot. The fly in the video was quite beautiful.

[@kevp9601]

This is Awesome

[@jacquicoder7160]

Now we know where they were going in that helicopter flight they showed us the other day! Secret Santa knows just what to do for his gift recipients. This was a fine example of his thoughtfulness. Thank you, Nate and EIN, for sharing this sweet moment with us.

[@Allie-oop]

Every day these videos remind me that there are still good people in the world. We are so inundated with news by corrupt people with bad motives and evil agendas, thank you Secret Santa and thank you East Idaho News.

[@kevp9601]

Go, Secret-Santa-Heroes! :-D

[@crystalwright1504]

I have been anxiously waiting to see where the helicopter ride delivered you all. This was so worth the wait! I suspect that that all-terrain chair will be put to great use. What a life-changing gift. These videos are the highlight of my day.

[@joylot729]

My brother Dave, Lord Jesus loves you ! From Chris Manarisip, Indonesia Tomohon city.

[@davehansen4898]

Thank you. God is great. He loves you as well!

[@joylot729]

Hi, see you again.

[@StephRivera]

I knew Dave in college before the accident. He is genuinely nice and humble. He is still finding a way to enjoy the things he loves. I know it's not easy. I'm glad he was chosen for this!

[@davehansen4898]

Thank you Stephanie! Those were fun days 😊

[@zmonkey111]

This guys is inspiration. Secret Santa is awesome. Whoever you are man/woman, thank you for all that you do and allowing us to view heartwarming content.

[@annemacleod1421]

A thoughtful gift … to a really thoughtful active man who has added value to the lives of so many young people. They’re are blessed to get to work with you, Dave.🐑🐑🇳🇿🇳🇿NZ

[@raeward8092]

Dear Santa whoever you are, I think England is probably too far for a gift but you’ve done a lot to ease my depression this winter with being the means behind this series of sweet and kind and generous videos. Thank you so much, you’ve got me through some very dark days.

[@davehansen4898]

How wonderful that the gift keeps giving beyond those directly affected ❤️ may brighter days be ahead for you

[@MBP5668]

My heart aches that so many with hardships in life can get access to those items that bring them some semblance of normalcy. A wheelchair for a para or quadriplegic is something no person should ever be deprived from. Thank you Secret Santa, Nate, and team.

[@margojost6041]

Amen! That was epic, Nate! Just like you said! Mobility means so much to us who are disabled! That was so awesome! So happy you could fly out there and deliver his gifts. Thank you Secret Santa. The fact that he’ll be able to go fishing is in his reach now! God Bless y’all and Merry Christmas ! 🙏🏻❤️🎅🏻👍

[@charlenekociuba7396]

Yep, going fishing is special, the thrill of the pull, the shake, nothing like it. But just the smell of fresh fish is a satisfying aroma. So here's to some epic fishing trips. I hope you are able to see a "monster" landed. Whoop!

[@davehansen4898]

Margo it really does mean so much. What a gift ❤

[@davehansen4898]

@@charlenekociuba7396 thank you! I'm looking forward to some epic fishing trips

[@thomaskybe5993]

Normally a coach runs up an down the field...shouting "do this and do that" and nobody respect that kind of coach. He sits in his wheelchair and his team wins....how awesome is that....well done and you deserve your "go where you want to go" wheelchair....Merry Christmas over there.....Thomas, Denmark, Europe

[@monica11119]

Great job Dave! A wheelchair does not define who you really are; you can do and achieve anything you set your mind to. As I have commented in other videos, the "Secret Santa" videos are a powerful immune system booster. Whoever Secret Santa is, he's a special spirit and soul indeed, thank you for all you do to so many! Warm regards from Utah.

[@Mark-ln6lt]

The Coach really deserves it as he is always helping others as he really puts him selve before others. Thank you Secret Santa.

[@TheVintageBumbleBee]

Dave is the kinda guy I want our daughter to marry! Wonder if he is single!!! Great story, great man!

[@tomwagner2773]

Ill admit it I am a Big cry baby at these things I watch everyday and cry every time Not for Sadness But Joy that there are such wonderful Human beings in this crazy World and do good things for Good people. So powerful.

[@brokenchurchgirl1437]

It would be cool if Dave tied a custom fly for Nate to give back to Secret Santa 🙂

[@kimberlybalogh4395]

This is what Christmas is about. I've not had a Christmas in 30 years because spouse is Ill. But I still do Acts of Kindness . Thank You ❣️💖💖💖💖💖💖

[@jlw346]

Dave is an amazingly beautiful person, so thankful for him sharing his light with the community. ❤

[@AlarmingTwitch]

How awesome that he’s able to use the $5k check to get a new everyday chair and also get one of those Action Trackchairs! Those things are awesome. Tank treads and can stand you up, talk about a new lease on life! I wish we could see him trying out the new chair when it comes in

[@BeyondChange]

I couldn't imagine becoming a quadriplegic. Must be the hardest thing having to go through. Glad he got the Gift he well Deserved!

[@davehansen4898]

It was one of my least favorite experiences 😅 but I've been so blessed along the way. Thank you ❤

[@pamthompson3812]

Secret santa has a special place in heaven.

[@oshifish2]

I have been watching these gifts of love all the way over here in Edinburgh Scotland and shedding some happy tears. It has lifted my spirit as my family has hit hard times and it is good to see there is good in the world! Keep doing what you are doing changing lives for people well deserving! Merry Christmas throughout the whole year too! xo

[@justoalma9585]

To the secret Santa. Have a Merry Christmas. May God give you health, happiness and a long life to be with your love one’s and be here for the community that loves you.

[@davehansen4898]

Amen!

[@loobylouboti]

I love how SS is literally the answer to so many peoples prayers. Isn't it amazing how God uses ppl? The new wheelchair is going to be such a blessing for Dave. What a fabulous Christ-mas present! Merry Christmas to this lovely, generous family. Love from England 🇬🇧 We have our 🤞 here for snow! Lol!

[@scottmccloud9029]

Amen to that.

[@Bystronicman08]

Or maybe the guy just decided to be generous on his own. Please don't discount that man/woman's generosity.

[@lynneleeluckdowsing6654]

This is what you`d call a real man. Has met adversity head on and triumphed.. Happy for him.

[@davehansen4898]

Thank you so much!!! ❤️❤❤

[@john102933]

Great guy keeping high the value of love for life! Bravo from Italy!

[@juliehillman8743]

What a humble, young man. I hope he has lots of fun fishing. Merry Christmas and safe travels ❤🙏🇬🇧

[@davehansen4898]

Thank you Julie ❤️ I hope you had a great Christmas and New Year

[@lindahenderson3819]

This fellow hasn't realized that HE is the gift. Nice video!

[@EnjoyingLifeMelanie]

What an inspiration Dave is. He and his family run with what life gives them, good or bad. It looks like his athletes have benefitted from his awesome leadership. So happy for him to have the ATV wheelchair. What a wonderful gift.

[@Oceangirl_505]

Dave, sounds like you are a blessing to your community. I pray that God continues to bless you! MaryAnne in New Mexico 🎄

[@sparkthelight6830]

humble kind young man with many challenges in his life. taken those challenges to help others he's amazing thank you nate and the team for helping him full fill a dream...

[@TheHrb1234]

The fact that he could get the all terrain chair and also a new everyday chair with the voucher/check is really life changing, I hope he has been making good use of both.

[@gregoriacaasi483]

I like the way he greatly contribute to his community despite his the situation. Great job! and you are truly deserving to receive such great blessing from secret santa. Thank you Nate and all the staff. You are all dedicated and passionate in making many people happy especially in their darkest times. May God bless you all:)

[@scotthammond3105]

What a great man with a beautiful soul! Really makes me realize some of what I complain about means absolutely nothing. We all could learn from this coach or wait maybe get coached! God bless you all out there and your family's this holiday season and in the new year.

[@phyllishume5854]

What an inspiration he is... and handsome too.

[@lifeisshort..1685]

Thank you Secret Santa.

[@trclclr]

This man is so deserving.

[@davehansen4898]

Thank you ❤

[@JesusFriedChrist]

Definitely a deserving gift for a deserving guy.

[@BarbaraC02]

Thanks Nate, you and your crew get me every time... I'm crying with warmth and happiness for Dave.

[@davehansen4898]

Such an amazing crew ❤️

[@byroncoffelt7023]

Well done secret Santa, obviously a well deserved gift for a humble and wonderful man

[@marcypadrta9177]

What an amazing young man! Awesome, Nate! You must LOVE that part of your job!! How wonderful to be part of answering prayers!

[@DMEseter]

What a good guy. Bless bro sending love from Miami

[@johnsmith8237]

Sometimes a person just needs a lil boost to know that your not alone and that people is thinking of u and I bet he will never miss a day to help them kids

[@MadderMel]

Much deserved gift ! Awesome man !

[@destinyproatepicfails3991]

Thank you secret Santa for the hope and love you spread all over Idaho, and the world. You are a blessing

[@nanettesue1287]

Wow! This is wonderful!! God bless secret Santa!

[@davehansen4898]

I hope he knows how much he's helping us

[@charlespadilla1027]

What an amazing man he IS….may God keep you safe and in good spirits.

[@leorobin832]

I’m so glad he was able to get a new regular wheel chair as well as the all terrain one. You could tell just from seeing the house and his kind mother how much love there is there. I was so excited to see the Christmas decor lol. I hope he has a bunch of fun fishing.

[@lindapendleton4505]

Blessings to Dave and his family ❤️🙏

[@davehansen4898]

Thank you 😊 same to you ❤

[@lindapendleton4505]

Thank you so much Dave, for taking the time out to reply to your messages… it shows how compassionate you are 🙏❤️

[@davehansen4898]

@@lindapendleton4505 I really appreciate the support. I've been slow to respond to everyone, but it meant a lot to me and I hope to get everyone a note

[@rambobannana]

You guys do not skimp! You could easily get just barely enough money to get a track chair, and they would be just as happy, but you guys give $15000 which is well more than enough to get a track chair with lots of upgrades. Good for you guys! The attention to detail really adds to it

[@davehansen4898]

Amazing, right??

[@cpurday9681]

What a great and deserving guy. I’m glad he’s now able to get his chairs, and have his needs met.

[@marshacerca7896]

Merry Chr8stmas...what a blessing he is. Inspiring too. Wow.

[@davehansen4898]

Thank you 😊 the same to you

[@BillyAlabama]

Dave you are an incredible man. You’re the kind of man that we would like to have as a neighbor. Thank you for what you give and how you live. Your flies are nice and all but you don’t need a better lure than you yourself. Merry Christmas. 🎅🏼🎅🏼🎅🏼🎅🏼

[@cindykusek9128]

Dave will be able to live even a fuller life with these gifts Santa 🎅. You have blessed another very well.

[@creativecheersoffashionlau7364]

Aahh the helicopter destination! Such a sweet good person to give such a great gift to!

[@lalit773]

Don't have words ..... great 👍 great job guys. God bless you.

[@idontcare9390]

I wait until midnight every night to see the beautiful love you spread from secret santa each day! Keep up the great work!! You are inspiring! 💕

[@bonitacollins9062]

You rock Dave. I love you. God bless🤗🤗😘

[@davehansen4898]

Thank you so much ❤️ 💓 💗 much love to you as well!

[@janicequayle9473]

What an amazing guy. God Bless you

[@davehansen4898]

Thank you 😊 God bless you as well

[@anabogosavljev7924]

He looks like very good and intelligent person . So precious to give him a gift 💝

[@juliescheidler7763]

Good for him, that'll be wonderful for him & enrich his life much more.

[@AMYV3]

You deserve it … life has a way of changing things and creating new goals. I see you climbing new mountains and catching the biggest fish. That’s a great powerful solid man to me ♥️♥️♥️🇨🇦

[@davehansen4898]

Life does do that. But if we change our goals and focus life can still be so beautiful and rewarding! I hope to be climbing big mountains and catching big fish, as you said. Thank you so much! ❤️ 😊

[@rhondaphillips432]

That cannot get better, I'm so happy for this young man. He really deserves this, He is a real trooper , keep it up

[@Heather-q3e]

Omg so amazing. He deserves it

[@susanclow3173]

What a great gift Secret Santa gave him.

[@glendatreacy1450]

Lovely 💕 love ❤️ love 💗

[@stevemurrell6167]

These vids just keep getting better! Secret Santa is a legend as are Nate and his team. Catch a big one Coach Dave!