Asher Sullivan, the 10-year-old son of Rutherford County Schools director Jimmy Sullivan who was critically injured after being swept into a storm drain on May 8, received a special invitation from Tim Corbin, the coach of the Vanderbilt baseball team. The invitation came as a gesture of support from the Commodores during this difficult time for the family.
Declan, Asher’s brother, was welcomed into the dugout by Corbin and spent the afternoon with the Commodores. The coach believes that sports can provide relief and comfort during times of need, and he hoped that having Declan around the team would be a positive experience for him.
The gesture was a small but meaningful way for the Vanderbilt baseball team to show their support for the Sullivan family as they navigate Asher’s recovery. Corbin’s decision to invite Declan into the dugout highlights the power of sports to bring people together and offer solace in times of struggle.
