Game film / Basketball
THE HALF-COURT
SHOT.
Tommy takes center court with the whole gym watching. Press play for the shot—and the roar that follows.
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Tommy Godfrey is a 16-year-old nonverbal autistic athlete, competitor, high-five champion, and fan of just about every sport.
Game film / Basketball
Tommy takes center court with the whole gym watching. Press play for the shot—and the roar that follows.
Full quality · Sound onTommy is nonverbal, but never low-energy. He loves saying hello, sharing high fives, and bringing his competitive spirit to every game.
His interest in sports started early: Tommy was shooting basketballs by age three. Today, he is open to playing any sport and especially loves basketball, softball, baseball, tennis, racquetball, bowling, soccer, and golf.
An Atlanta Braves and Atlanta Hawks fan through and through.
Arcade high scores, roller coasters, and swimming with friends.
Always ready to say hello and bring the energy.
Courtside, game-ready, and always bringing the energy.




Nonverbal never means without a voice.
Tommy speaks through energy, effort, and sport.
Tommy's athletic record
First place in his division in both tennis and basketball at the Special Olympics State Games.
A regular competitor in tennis, softball, and basketball.
Invited to shoot from half court at State Farm Arena during an Atlanta Hawks game—and regularly makes the shot at high-school games.
Has played baseball and kickball through Horizon Sports adaptive leagues.

Basketball is live. Tennis and more sport-specific moments are next.
Tommy began shooting basketballs at three and now regularly sinks half-court shots.
A two-time first-place finisher in his Special Olympics State Games division.
Softball, baseball, racquetball, bowling, soccer, golf—and whatever comes next.
The first reel is live. Sport-specific action galleries will keep growing as Tommy's new media arrives.
Tommy's story. A bigger movement.
Tommy’s achievements are a testament to his drive—and one bright example of the talent, determination, and greatness found throughout the autism community.
Every autistic person has a different story. This is Tommy’s: competitive, joyful, athletic, and entirely his own.
Different does not mean less.Tommy’s safety, dignity, and privacy come before clicks. These principles guide what will appear here.
Photos, clips, and updates will be selected and published by Tommy’s family.
Private routines, live locations, and personal information will stay off the public site.
Published videos will include captions or context so more people can enjoy the story.
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A dedicated contact address will be added before launch.