Schuylkill County Boy Accompanies Penn State Coach into Beaver Stadium

Penn State Coach James Franklin entered Beaver Stadium on Saturday with a Schuylkill County Boy on his shoulders.
Franklin was accompanied by Josiah Viera, 13, Hegins, a Nittany Lions fan who has served as an inspiration for Penn State players over the last year.

Viera suffers from progeria, a disorder that accelerates children’s aging.

James Franklin walks into stadium with 13-year-old Josiah Viera on shoulders. Viera deals with progeria syndrome, has served as inspiration. pic.twitter.com/fVckNl6RsT

— Tyler Donohue (@TDsTake) September 9, 2017

Viera has also spent time as a special guest coach for Penn State during their win over Temple last season.