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finally tonight, "america standing against the odds and the unforgettable graduation moment. jake tebow, a hockey player from milton academy near boston, was seriously injured in a game last year, leaving him paralyzed from the waist down. despite overwhelming challenges, ever since this 19-year-old was determined to do one thing. >> just to walk again. >> reporter: pushing himself through grueling rehab for hours almost every day. >> they were like, oh, just try by yourself. and i made it two mats and i was like, okay, holy cow. >> reporter: jake remains steadfast on reaching his goal to be able to stand at his graduation. >> jake morris tebow. [ cheers and applause ] >> reporter: and take a look at jake yesterday when his name was called out at the ceremony. [ cheers and applause ] first in his wheelchair.
stopping and lifting himself up. now standing with leg braces holding on to a walker. then taking 30 steps across the stage to receive his diploma. >> go, jakey! whoo! >> reporter: a moment of inspiration and triumph. jake's supportive classmates right there by his side. >> i really want to thank everyone and leave you with the message to always work hard, never give up, and when life gives you challenging times, face it head on. >> great advice. making us all proud. thanks for watching. i'm whit johnson in new york. i'll see you on "gma" in the morning. linseydavis back here tomorrow night. good night. next on abc 7 news 6