By C.J. Vetter

KYLE – Overcoming adversity is a daily fact of life for the deaf community. But for a local athlete, he is embracing the challenge. 

Jeffery Courtney, a local deaf athlete, is set to attend the 2022 Deaflympics, an international competition for the deaf community, covering numerous different sports with teams from around the globe. Courtney is a recognized member of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame and holds a medal of courage for his achievements. He has soared in numero...