I am Spero Koulouras
living with ALS
California
As a coach, my throws started losing their zip. Fly balls hit in practice weren’t traveling as far.
My name is Spero Koulouras and I was diagnosed with ALS in the fall of 2019. What led up to the diagnosis? I blame it on softball. As a coach, my throws started losing their zip. Fly balls hit in practice weren’t traveling as far. Infielders begged me to hit grounders harder. I thought it was carpal tunnel, my wrists cramped up and grip pressure dropped. After about six months of doctor visits and tests, the diagnosis was confirmed. And yes, I am kidding about the blame, but not the symptoms.
