University sprinter impaled by javelin at practice: Reports

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A University of Georgia track and field athlete was impaled by a javelin he fell onto during practice, according to reports.

Freshman sprinter Elija Godwin backed into a javelin that was planted into the ground as he was doing backwards running drills on Tuesday afternoon, ABC Atlanta affiliate WSB-TV.

The rear portion of the javelin is the side that pierced Godwin in the midle of his back, according to DawgNation. Godwin is currently in stable condition at the hospital. Luby said she hopes he can run with the team again within the next few months. UGA Director of Sports Ron Courson expressed appreciation to those of aided Elija"so quickly and efficiently" in a statement.

 

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But did he die, though?

If it harmed his junk he better prepare for prison

YOU POINT THE JAVELIN AWAY FROM YOU. HOW IS HE DOING

God is angry at Georgia

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