Auburn Tigers running back Brian Battie has been released from the hospital three months after surviving a shooting incident that tragically claimed the life of his brother, Tommie. This heartening news was shared by JJ Thomas in a Facebook post, marking a significant milestone in Battie’s recovery journey.
“Today was a special day that we will never forget. With hearts full of gratitude and praise, we watched Brian walk out of the hospital after suffering a gunshot wound to the head,” wrote Brian’s mother, Adriene Battie. “Words can’t express the joy and thankfulness we feel right now. We have witnessed a miracle, and we know it’s because of God’s grace, mercy, and the power of prayer.”
Initially, there were fears that Battie might face permanent paralysis. However, in July, he made remarkable progress, taking his first steps with the assistance of a cane, according to a GoFundMe update.
Later updates from Battie’s family confirmed that he is expected to make a full recovery and plans to return to Auburn to complete his degree.
“We are in awe of His goodness and the miraculous recovery that has unfolded before our eyes,” Adriene Battie wrote in a post on Saturday. “Thank you to EVERYONE who has been praying with us, standing with us, and believing with us. Today, we celebrate a miracle and give all the glory to God!”
Photos accompanying the update show Battie proudly representing the Tigers in an orange Auburn shirt as he left the hospital.
Auburn head coach Hugh Freeze has maintained close contact with Battie and his family throughout this ordeal. In a statement to the Montgomery Advertiser, Freeze expressed his support and gratitude.
“I text with them almost daily,” Freeze said of Battie’s family. “I get videos from them daily. Our thoughts and prayers are with him and his family. He is getting better every single day. He does have a road ahead of him that’s challenging. But praise to God that he’s OK right now — he’s alive and he’s recovering. And we’re thankful for that.
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